How can Cognitive Behaviour Therapy help me?Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) can help you to change the way you're thinking. It is a scientifically proven treatment for conditions such as depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Using CBT we can analyse our negative automatic thoughts, the unhelpful beliefs that we hold and the incorrect assumptions that we may be making. A skilled CBT counsellor will help you to look more closely at the thoughts that you have and the feelings that these thoughts bring on. As the treatment progresses you'll have the opportunity to challenge some of the unhelpful beliefs that you may hold. You'll develop coping statements and you'll be helped to reframe unhelpful beliefs. |
How can I manage my Anxiety?-Get help from a professional counsellor to
develop new psychological strategies. - Slow down your breathing. - Distract yourself. - Exercise often. - Phone someone you care about. - Reward yourself. - Establish a good sleep routine. |
Can I get a Medicare rebate for CBT Treatment?Yes, Medicare pays a rebate for up to 10 sessions of CBT each calendar year.
You can also receive free counselling through the Primary Health Network if you're feeling suicidal or if you're on a low income. If you have a chronic medical condition you can also get rebates on 5 counselling sessions if the counselling is related to your medical condition. The first step is to see your GP for a GP Mental Health Care Plan and a referral. If you're a victim of a crime committed in NSW you can also receive free counselling through Victims Services NSW who can be contacted on Tel: 1800 633 063. |
Online Tools
Are there online tools I can use?
Yes, there are many helpful tools such as mood gym and websites such as beyond blue and black dog that are full of information on how to improve our mood.
Your therapist can also help you with an assessment that can help to identify which specific kinds of depression and anxiety you may be experiencing.
Yes, there are many helpful tools such as mood gym and websites such as beyond blue and black dog that are full of information on how to improve our mood.
Your therapist can also help you with an assessment that can help to identify which specific kinds of depression and anxiety you may be experiencing.