Clinical Psychologist, Paddington, Brisbane
Living with a chronic health condition can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Jane is your supportive therapist and empowering coach.
Living with a chronic health condition requires significant adjustments in lifestyle, daily routines, and personal habits. An example of a chronic health condition may include a diagnosis such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, or chronic kidney disease. Jane supports people managing chronic health conditions using a holistic person-centred approach, including lifestyle modifications and psychological support, to complement their ongoing medical treatment.
The process of adjusting to a new diagnosis of a chronic health condition can be an emotionally turbulent journey. It is not uncommon for individuals to experience a range of emotions such as anger, fear, grief and loss, shame or uncertainty. This emotional roller coaster can be triggered by the realisation of living with a long-term illness, the potential changes it may bring about in one’s life or the impact it may have on one’s sense of self and relationships.
Jane’s role as a Clinical Psychologist is to provide therapeutic support during this challenging period. She employs various evidence-based psychological strategies to help individuals navigate these complex emotions and adjust to their new diagnosis. These strategies may include supportive counselling, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), among others.
In addition to providing emotional support, Jane also offers health coaching interventions. These interventions are designed to help individuals create an action plan for lifestyle changes they want to make, support problem-solving, and increase confidence in beginning their new habits. Examples of this could include changing eating patterns, incorporating regular physical activity, or learning stress management techniques.
However, making these changes is only half the battle won; sustaining them over the long term is often the more significant challenge. Jane’s health coaching interventions are about initiating change and equipping individuals with the skills and strategies to maintain these changes and keep them realistic and sustainable. This could involve setting realistic goals, identifying potential obstacles, developing problem-solving skills, and fostering self-efficacy.
Jane’s work as a Clinical Psychologist is to help enhance the quality of life of individuals living with chronic health conditions and empower them to take charge of their health
Jane, a Clinical Psychologist in Paddington, Brisbane, offers personalised support for adults managing chronic health conditions and weight concerns. Experience compassionate care for lasting well-being.
