Therapeutic Approaches
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Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing Motivational interviewing is a directive, client-centered counselling style for eliciting behaviour change by helping clients to explore and resolve ambivalence. It is most centrally defined not by technique but by its spirit as a facilitative style for interpersonal relationship Rollnick, S., & Miller, W. R. (1995). What is motivational interviewing? Behavioural and Cognitive
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Positive Psychology
What is positive psychology? Positive psychology is a ‘strength-based’ branch of psychology that focuses on promoting well-being and happiness by emphasising positive emotions, strengths, and virtues. It aims to help individuals flourish and lead fulfilling lives by focusing on their positive qualities and experiences. When is positive psychology used in therapy? Positive psychology is used
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Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
What is Cognitive behaviour therapy? Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) explores the links between thoughts, emotions and behaviour. It is a directive, time-limited, structured approach used to treat a variety of mental health disorders. It is the most widely researched and empirically supported psychotherapeutic method. This strong evidence base is reflected in clinical guidelines, which recommend
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Interest in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, also known as ACT, is rapidly growing among mental health providers in Australia. With ACT providing a gentle and effective approach to treating mental health difficulties, many counsellors, therapists, social workers, teachers, psychologists, GP’s, occupational therapists, coaches and community nurses have chosen to learn more about what ACT has