mental health

At Wahini Health, we are proud to have on our team a distinguished psychologist based in Gold Coast, boasting over eight years of industry experience. Fully registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Maddison has garnered extensive experience by assisting individuals grappling with a broad spectrum of mental health issues, guiding them on their journey to recovery.

Our therapeutic approach is anchored in a holistic perspective, ensuring every individual finds a renewed sense of direction. We are dedicated to creating a serene space where one can introspect, feel secure, and cultivate personal growth. The warm, relaxed, and inviting therapeutic environment at Wahini Health fosters deep connections and trust. We are deeply committed to aiding individuals in navigating their mental health challenges, empowering them to thrive in all life's facets. Rest assured, when you entrust us with your well-being, it becomes a collaborative journey, where we work in tandem to realise your therapeutic aspirations.

Goals of Therapy at Wahini Health

Central to our therapeutic approach is fostering an understanding of the intricate workings of the brain, enabling individuals to gain insights into their emotions and corresponding responses. We delve deep into behavioural responses, aiming to promote behaviour activation, which leads to improved daily routines. Our practitioners offer unwavering support as individuals navigate a myriad of challenges, from stress and relationship concerns to significant life changes and the profound pain of loss. A foundational objective is to bolster self-confidence, refine one's sense of self, and ultimately, enhance overall mood. This encompasses strategies to manage and mitigate suicidal thoughts, ensuring the holistic well-being of every individual in our care.

Our dedicated team of professionals are trained and equipped to provide support and therapeutic interventions in these areas, ensuring a comprehensive and holistic approach to mental well-being.

Some areas of interest explained

  • Pertains to fluctuations in one's emotional state that can impact daily functioning.

  • Encompasses disorders that result from feelings of fear, unease and worry.

  • Relates to challenges faced in interpersonal relationships, whether romantic, familial or platonic.

  • Techniques and therapeutic interventions focused on helping individuals cope with and reduce stress, which can be caused by a myriad of factors including work, relationships or health concerns.

  • Conditions characterised by abnormal or disturbed eating habits.

  • Chronic and enduring patterns of behaviour, thought and emotion that can significantly impair an individual's social and occupational functioning

  • Emotional and psychological responses to distressing or life-threatening events. This can result in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or other trauma-related disorders.

  • Strategies and interventions aimed at bolstering one's self-worth and confidence.

  • Refers to thoughts about or an obsession with ending one's own life.

  • Difficulty in managing and responding to emotional experiences. This can manifest in sudden, intense emotional responses or a difficulty in returning to a baseline emotional state.