psychological services at Strive Hive

COMMON PRESENTATIONS INCLUDE:

 - Emotion Regulation Difficulties

- Self-harming Behaviours

- Panic Attacks

- Sleeping Difficulties

- Perfectionism

- Depression 

- Anxiety

- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

- Social Difficulties

- School Refusal

- Autism Spectrum Disorder

- Gender Dysphoria

- Drug or Alcohol use / Addiction Difficulties

- Behavioural Difficulties

- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

- Oppositional Defiant Disorder

- Intellectual Disability

- Bereavement

- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

- Cognitive assessments

- Educational Assessments

- ADHD assessments

- Autism assessments

- Daycare/Preschool assessment package

During the initial interview with your practitioner, the appropriateness of a comprehensive assessment can be discussed and a suitable assessment package recommended. 

Further information about assessment inclusions and costs can be provided upon request. 

The Gottman Method of Couples Therapy is based on research that began in the 1970’s and continues to this day. The research has focused on what makes relationships succeed or fail. From this research, Drs. John and Julie Gottman have created a method of therapy that emphasizes a “nuts-and-bolts” approach to improving clients’ relationships.

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This method is designed to help teach specific tools to deepen friendship and intimacy in your relationship. To help you productively manage conflicts, you will be given methods to manage “resolvable problems” and dialogue about “gridlocked” (or perpetual) issues. We will also work together to help you appreciate your relationship’s strengths and to gently navigate through its vulnerabilities.

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Nat Zagninski, Psychologist. 

Trained in Gottman Couples Therapy, Level 2 

AutPlay Therapy is a neurodiversity affirming framework for implementing play therapy to address the mental health needs of neurodivergent children, and their families. 

During AutPlay, parents/carers are recognised as core change-agents and are included in the play process. Appropriate play therapy modalities are integrated to meet the needs of the clients and their goals. 

Play-based therapy can facilitate communication, foster emotional wellness, enhance social relationships and increase personal strengths. 

Kate Preston, Clinical Psychologist

Brain Training can be suitable for a wide range of individuals (adults and children) and may assist with:

• Stress management and relaxation

• Improved focus and attention

• Sleep enhancement

• Cognitive performance for students, professionals, and older adults

NeurOptimal® is revolutionary brain training system that supports the brain’s natural ability to self-

regulate. This advanced technology provides real-time feedback to the central nervous system, helping

individuals achieve enhanced mental clarity, resilience, and emotional balance.

Anne Stensletten, Psychologist

Circle of Security Parenting (COS-P) is a program designed to help parents understand and improve their ability to nurture secure attachment with their children. It's based on attachment theory, which explains how early relationships with caregivers can impact a child's emotional and social development. 

COS-P aims to enhance parents' capacity for caregiving and help them understand and respond to their children's needs more effectively. 

COS-P is particularly helpful for parents of young children (0-5), foster parents, early learning providers, and parents with worries and concerns about their own or their children's emotional wellbeing. 

Liz Morillas, AMHSW

Circle of Security Facilitator