Welcome to Sydney Psychotherapy — Counselling Sydney CBD
Counselling and Psychotherapy which helps to bring psychological awareness that is enlightening and transforming, for living better and relating more effectively... ... using the Psychology of Change and the Art of Possibility to enhance existing abilities and introducing alternative, new and proactive habits. This enables you to respond better when your buttons are pressed and provides more effective ways of being in the world.
Areas of specialisation include: Depression and Anxiety, Sexuality, Self-confidence and Self-esteem, Relationships, Same sex Relationship issues, Separation and Divorce, Bereavement , Life transitions, Drug/alcohol, Dependence/abuse, Compulsions, Obsessive compulsive behaviour, Trust issues.
Personal counselling is often the first step toward making changes in your life. Whatever brings you to counselling you will find friendly counsel, helping you find some resolution or understanding of your issues.
How far sessions look deeply into the psyche of the person depends on the issues and the person.
When you consult a professionally trained counsellor/therapist you can expect the conversations to be different to those you have with your family, friends and colleagues.
Individual Counselling Read more...
Mostly we spend our time in relationship with other people. Of all your relationships, your commitment to your intimate partner is probably one of the most important aspects of your life. Or is it? Finding out the answer to this can change your attitudes toward your relationship.
Recognising that our primary relationship is with ourselves, and how we feel about ourselves strongly influences how we relate to others.
Not to put too fine a point on this ... knowing yourself is critical to knowing others.
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The principles expanded upon in relationship counselling include"
understanding your self, being aware of your feelings and thoughts and using mindfulness to allow better relating processes to occur- seeing the good side of things rather than the bad things in your relationship
- having a greater understanding and appreciation of your your partner's finer points (good and bad)
- better controlling your impulses and understanding how your emotions are are at play
- realising that when things are difficult it is often better to walk away and think about things before launching into attach mode.
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Counselling gay and lesbian individuals and couples sometimes requires specialised information and experience.
Anyone questioning their sexuality require careful counselling from counsellors who are experienced. Counsellors must come to terms with their own feelings and reactions to homosexuality, have processes to enact when talking with people having these issues and have the skills to deal with clients who are facing ridicule, contempt and prejudice from their peer groups and families.
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Philip is a Clinical Member of Counsellors & Psychotherapists Association of NSW Inc (CAPA), MCAPA ID. 3219. Philip is listed on the PACFA National Register — Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia, PACFA Reg. 2061.
A lifetime of experience supporting my education and training in counselling and psychotherapy (individual, relationship and marriage) helps me give you the edge that allows you to be the expert in your life. Within a safe, professional environment, you will learn how and when to consider options toward choosing changes in your life. Philip Johnson...