South Coast Private Hospital in Wollongong, New South Wales | Mental health service

South Coast Private Hospital

Locality: Wollongong, New South Wales

Phone: +61 1800 250 000

Address: 112 Burelli St 2500 Wollongong, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.southcoastprivate.com.au

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24.01.2022 Alongside Beyond Blue, the SCP team welcomes the start of Anxiety and Depression Awareness Month. This initiative invites all Australians to work together to break down negative stigmas associated with anxiety and depression. According to Beyond Blue's research, community awareness of anxiety and depression has grown over the past decade, however, stigma associated with these common illnesses remains high. As a result, many people are too embarrassed or ashamed to seek help and don’t get the treatment they need. It is time to change this, together! If you or someone you know needs extra support, do not hesitate to visit the South Coast Private Hospital website or beyondblue.org.au for helpful resources and services.

22.01.2022 You are enough, just the way you are! Tag a friend or colleague that always helps you feel safe and accepted! #bullyingpreventionmonth

21.01.2022 Dr. Paul Stevenson is our next #FacesOfSCP showcase. Dr. Paul Stevenson, MBBS,FRANZCP,MBChB, is a Psychiatrist at South Coast Private Hospital. Dr Paul Stevenson completed his specialist training in the Illawarra region. Due to his exceptional work ethic he had the opportunity to work as a locumpsychiatrist in the emergency department during his training. After Dr Paul Stevenson completed his training he worked in the inpatient unit at Wyong Hospital.... Dr Paul Stevenson was a consultant for the Aboriginal Mental Health Services in the Central Coast. He made the move from the Central Coast to Nowra, where he worked at the Nowra Community Mental Health Team. In 2014 he moved into a Telepsychiatry practice for patients in the Shoalhaven area. Offering long distant psychiatric care and assessment through technological resources. To find out more please visit southcoastprivate.com.au or call 1800 250 000

18.01.2022 This year has been a very challenging for many people. R U OK Day is such an important day to reignite and kick start meaningful conversations. By starting a conversation or simply asking R U OK could change a life. Its so important to check in on family and friends. We are sending virtual hugs to all of our followers and we are asking: R U OK?

17.01.2022 It's International Housekeepers Week! We would like to show our special appreciation to our South Coast Private Healthe Housekeeping Community and their ongoing commitment to keeping our hospitals clean and safe during COVID-19. Thank you! We appreciate all of your hard work! Please make sure you show some love to our amazing South Coast Private Housekeeping Team!

17.01.2022 "They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them." Lest we forget. #remembranceday #lestweforget #poppy #ANZAC #WeWillRememberThem #armisticeday #worldwar #memorial #remembrancedayaustralia

17.01.2022 WOW WOW WOW. What a day at South Coast Private Hospital - we spent the day fundraising for RUOK with a sausage sizzle, cupcake sale and staff raffle with all funds raised going directly to RUOK! A big THANK YOU to all of our staff and patients who participated in this wonderful cause. ... *DRUM ROLL* We have raised a total of $1,128 smashing last year’s total! We wouldn’t have been able to do this without our amazing local who answered our call for donations and support for this event. A #bigshout of thanks goes to the following local Wollongong Businesses’ @JohnoHastie @bakersdelightfigtree @hone.cafe @ellabachegong @events_by_shareen @sweetcreations_bytaryn

15.01.2022 We are happy to #announce our September #nurseofthemonth is Sue! We are excited to showcase our nurses every month during the International Year of the Nurse. Remember to show some #love to Sue! Well Done Sue! We love having you as part of our SCP Family.

15.01.2022 Join our walk for mental health... This October, we're walking to raise funds for mental health research and would love you to join us! 1 in 5 people in Australia lives with mental illness. And more than 60% of people living with a mental illness won't seek help. ... By taking part in One Foot Forward, we're helping fund vital support services for those who need them most, as well as life-changing research into prevention and treatment of mental illness. Will you join our team? Just click below to join! https://www.onefootforward.org.au//southcoastprivatehospit Please share with your friends and family. We would love to have our wonderful community part of our team! Together we can show Australians living with mental illness that they're not alone. Thank you so much for your support! South Coast Private Hospital #mentalhealthmonth #blackdoginstitute #onefootforward

14.01.2022 Dr. Sharat Lal is our next #FacesOfSCP showcase. Dr. Sharat Lal, MMBS,FRANZCP, is a Psychiatrist at South Coast Private Hospital. He is also a Senior Medical Officer at the Illawarra Community Mental Health Clinic and a Clinical Senior Lecturer at the University of Wollongong's Graduate School of Medicine. From an early age Dr Sharat Lal has had an interest in why people think a certain way and medicine. With the combination of the two he knew Psychiatry was the ideal prof...ession to pursue. His special Psychiatry interests are general, bipolar disorder , schizophrenia, transgender, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD),adult ADHD, depression and anxiety. When Dr Sharat Lal is not working he is giving back to the community. He is currently volunteering at the Refugee Action Collective Illawarra as a mentor. To find out more please visit southcoastprivate.com.au or call 1800 250 000

14.01.2022 #FacesOfSCP profile is Merrylord. She is a Senior Psychologist, our PTSD Program Coordinator and 2IC in Clinical Programs for both inpatient and outpatient at South Coast Private Hospital. She has worked for SCP for over 6 years. Merrylord completed her studies at the University of Wollongong. She specialises in Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (cPTSD) and PTSD and oversees the PTSD Program both phase 1 and 2. Merrylord introduced the blended treatment approach at SCP... for both phases of the PTSD program. She is interested in the ongoing development of treatment for both CPTSD and PTSD and has a strong Interest in PTSD research. She provides education and supervision to staff at SCP. Merrylord has had extensive training and experience in delivering TF CBT, CPT, Schema Therapy and EMDR. Remember to share some love in the comments

14.01.2022 This year the theme for International Psychology Week is: Pain Finding A Way Forward With Psychology. With almost a third of Australians suffering from chronic pain experiencing high levels of psychological distress we turned to our Psychologists to speak with them about the strong association. #scp #southcoastprivatehospital #peoplefirst #peoplealways #privatehospital #mentalhealth #internationalpsychologyweek20202 #psychology #psychologysupport #pain #recovery #wellbeing #care #healthcare #lifestyle #community #mentalhealthawareness #InThisTogether

14.01.2022 Dr. Nalin Wijesignhe is our next #FacesOfSCP showcase. Dr Nalin Wijesignhe, MBBS,FRANZCP,FAPA, is a Psychiatrist at South Coast Private Hospital and the Director of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. Dr Nalin Wijesinghe trained as a Psychiatrist in Wollongong. He also trained at the Black Dog Institute under Professor Philip Mitchell who is a leading expert in Bipolar Disorder. He is currently a senior Clinical lecturer at the University of Wollongong. With the combinatio...n of an exceptional role model and his fascination of the human brain he found a way he could satisfy the drive he had to help people through Psychiatry. Dr Nalin Wijesinghe has clinical interests in managing depression. This requires an understanding of anxiety, bipolar disorders and the complexities of OCD and PTSD. He understands that education may not be suited to the patient and is well versed in neuro stimulation such as Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS). rTMS is a treatment offered at South Coast Private Hospital. To find out more please visit southcoastprivate.com.au or call 1800 250 000

12.01.2022 Dr. Barbara Sinclair is our next #FacesOfSCP showcase. Dr. Barbara Sinclair, MPharm,MBChB,FRANZCP, FAChAM, is a Psychiatrist at South Coast Private Hospital. In addition she is a Conjoint Lecturer for the School of Psychiatry at the University of New South Wales and a Clinical Senior Lecturer at the University of Wollongong.... Dr Barbara Sinclair has received an advanced certificate in Forensic Psychiatry of FRANZCP and is a Fellow of the Chapter of Addiction Medicine at the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. Not only has she achieved academic heights, she has extensive knowledge in forensic psychiatry and drug and alcohol addictions. Dr Barbara Sinclair is currently involved in research to provide the Wollongong Hospital with an alcohol screening tool and effective management protocols. To find out more please visit southcoastprivate.com.au or call 1800 250 000

11.01.2022 We are happy to #announce our October #nurseofthemonth is Hilary! We are excited to showcase our nurses every month during the International Year of the Nurse. Remember to show some #love to Hilary! Well Done! We love having you as part of our SCP Family.

08.01.2022 Father's Day is a day of honouring fatherhood and paternal bonds, as well as the influence of fathers and father figures in society. Whether you are celebrating virtually, over-the-phone or remembering a loved one who is no longer with you, it’s important now more than ever that we all remain socially connected. Today is a great reminder of the importance of a mentally healthy dad. A father who makes his mental health a priority is more present with his children, happier a...t home, and a more supportive partner. Take time to acknowledge the fathers and father figures in your life today and be mindful of any underlying symptoms of depression or anxiety. If you are a father who is struggling with their mental health, or know of someone that may need assistance - Let us help you. Call us on 1800 250 000 or visit www.southcoastprivate.com.au From everyone at South Coast Private Hospital, we wish you a very happy Father’s Day.

07.01.2022 World Kindness Day is a global day that promotes the importance of being kind to each other, to yourself, and to the world. This day, celebrated on November 13 of each year, has the purpose is to help everyone understand that compassion for others is what binds us all together. Pay it forward, buy someone a coffee, write a nice note or even help someone with their groceries. Happy World Kindness Day.

04.01.2022 Dr. Sunera Fernando is our next #FacesOfSCP showcase. Dr Sunera Fernando,MBBS,MD (Psychiatry),Phd (University of Wollongong),FRANZCP. Honorary Clinical Associate Professor in Graduate School of Medicine at the University of Wollongong. Visiting Honorary research Fellow of the University of Wollongong. Dr Fernando completed her doctorate at the University of Wollongong in 2010 with her thesis on Stigma and Mental Illness. She is currently a Consultant Psychiatrist at Illawarr...a Community Mental Health Service and has admitting rights to South Coast Private Hospital. Dr Sunera Fernando has received several awards including the College Oration 2012 by the Sri Lankan College of Psychiatrists for "How stigmatising is mental illness? Past, present and future" , in recognition of her research conducted in this area. Sunera has expertise in all areas in general adult psychiatry with a special interest in anxiety disorders. She enjoys working individuals and family members. To find out more please visit southcoastprivate.com.au or call 1800 250 000

04.01.2022 Tolerance is an act of humanity, which we must nurture and enact each in own lives every day, to rejoice in the diversity that makes us strong and the values that bring us together. UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay