Ruth Thorne Counselling Service in Sedgwick, Victoria, Australia | Counsellor

Ruth Thorne Counselling Service

Locality: Sedgwick, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 417 719 484

Address: 90 Lemon Tree Lane 3551 Sedgwick, VIC, Australia

Website: http://ruththornecounselling.com.au

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24.01.2022 Some great ideas for restoring a sense of safety for children affected by bushfires, offered by Australian Childhood Foundation

24.01.2022 It is always refreshing to read common sense wisdom from Harriet Lerner. This is no exception. Enjoy!

24.01.2022 How is your mindset today? And is it working for you?

23.01.2022 An interesting metaphor for how grief can linger.

23.01.2022 I find joy in noting the beauty and life around me. I hope you enjoy some glimpses Ive taken of winter scenes in recent days.

23.01.2022 You may appreciate these short video reflections and poems from a colleague during her 14 day quarantine especially if you are in lockdown somewhere, or isolating for safety.

23.01.2022 Do you experience anger? Have you given yourself permission to experience anger? Would it help you to do so? Read this quote and see if you agree with Harriet Lerner.

23.01.2022 An intriguingly simple test to diagnose abusive relationships. What do you think? Does this fit with your experience and the stories of people you know?

23.01.2022 In addiction to BUPA, this service is now registered for rebates from the Police and Emergency Services Health Funds. Most counselling services are covered, including issues related to relationships, grief, loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, and addictions. Feel free to enquire about elgibility.

22.01.2022 The summer is really set in, back to school sales are ramping up, and the year is pressing in. What are your hopes and dreams for the months ahead? What new opportunities lie before you? Can you identify the things that stop you from reaching your goals, and making the most of your opportunities?

21.01.2022 "Im sorry.." In this short blog Harriet Lerner gives some of the many reasons some women "over-apologise". What do you think? Just a habit? Does it annoy others?

21.01.2022 Not everyone will be excited about Christmas. Its okay not to be okay about Christmas, as this post says.

20.01.2022 Some encouragement from Brene Brown in these uncertain times.

20.01.2022 Do you need to hear this today?

20.01.2022 During these days of isolation, when face-to-face sessions are no longer recommended practice, I am offering the following three counselling services: 1. Telephone counselling I call you at the time of the appointment and I send an invoice by email/text. [Fee: $80 per 55 minute session or $60 for people with a valid concession card.] 2. Videocall I call you at the time of the appointment using your videoconference app of choice FaceTime, Skype, Whatsapp, Zoom, etc. and ...I send an invoice by email/text. [Fee: $80 per 55 minute session.] 3. NEW! Instant messaging/Texting or Email subscription service. During the months that we do not meet face-to-face, you are welcome to text or email as often as you like, and I will respond promptly, and within 48 hours. I will send an invoice at the end of each month. This subscription service will end once we meet face-to-face, by telephone or videocall, or when you notify me that it is no longer needed. [Fee: $75 per month]

18.01.2022 Who do you want to be during this pandemic?

18.01.2022 When bad books happen to good women. My blog on the advice-giving industry.

18.01.2022 An insightful article on living with anxiety.

16.01.2022 Please take care of yourselves during this dangerous fire season in Australia. If you have been affected by evacuation or property damage, please seek the emotional support you need in addition to material aid. Post traumatic growth is possible with the right kind of support. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

16.01.2022 If we have to stay home, what ideas do you have about projects or activities to keep you occupied? Some will be working from home, some will have children to supervise. Please share creative ways to make this house arrest as productive and enjoyable as possible. Any ideas are welcome! Here is one idea to get started: One friend said she plans to clean one shelf out a day, so at the end of the confinement she has clean and sorted cupboards.

14.01.2022 Sometimes words are not needed

14.01.2022 Many people been discussing the ongoing news reports about the Pell case. Given the statistics that 1 in 5 women and 1 in 10 men have experienced childhood sexual abuse (see link below), it is not surprising that this becomes a highly charged conversation. If you are in the privileged group of not being affected, please be sensitive in your comments. If you are in the affected group, please be kind to yourself, and seek help if needed. Statistics: http://www.casa.org.au/casa_pdf.php?document=statistics

14.01.2022 This article describes how some of us manage to hold it all together but...

13.01.2022 Wise words and a challenge for us all...

12.01.2022 COVID-19 UPDATE: From July 1 this service will be offering face to face Counselling sessions. The Counselling room is a large airy space, cleaning will be done between clients, and sanitizer is available. Videoconferencing will still be available for those who prefer it.

11.01.2022 COVID-19 Stage 3 Lockdown 2.0 UPDATE: From August 7 this service will not be offering face to face Counselling sessions. Videoconferencing, telephone or text and email options are available. Please contact me to discuss your needs and my availability.

10.01.2022 An interesting perspective on our response to a childs meltdown.

08.01.2022 An interesting perspective on our response to a child’s meltdown.

08.01.2022 Courageous men...

07.01.2022 I can now take EFTPOS and credit card thanks to Square card reader.

06.01.2022 An interesting perspective... it made me think.

03.01.2022 What does healing look like for you?

03.01.2022 From July 1, many people with BUPA Extras Health Insurance will be able to claim a rebate for counselling services with registered providers. I am now a registered provider with BUPA. You may like to check if your health insurance cover includes counselling. Medibank Private Health Insurance has covered counselling services in some of their plans for a few years. I trust other health insurance companies follow suit soon.

03.01.2022 We see all women who are living through #covid19 in many different ways. We see your strength, resilience and hope. We see and acknowledge your challenges. We are in this together. And we are always here, for you. If you need us, free call 1800 884 292.

03.01.2022 Some helpful ideas to stay connected with our children during the current health crisis.

02.01.2022 Easter weekend is just the right time to share some wisdom from a favourite book I enjoyed reading to my children.

02.01.2022 From May 1 2021 this service will be suspended for 3 months. Please make contact after August 1 to make an enquiry or ask for an appointment.From May 1 2021 this service will be suspended for 3 months. Please make contact after August 1 to make an enquiry or ask for an appointment.

01.01.2022 A calming read for crazy days