Areas of Focus for our Veterans:

• PTSD and Complex PTSD
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Sleep Disorders
• Anger Management
• Stress Management
• Bipolar Management
• Schizophrenia and Psychosis Management
• Adult ADHD and Autism (Assessment and Treatment)

How We Can Help:

Veterans and their families can benefit from a range of therapeutic services aimed at promoting mental health and well-being:

• Individual Therapy: Weekly personalised sessions to address PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns specific to veterans.
• Family & Couples Counselling: Guidance for veterans and their families to navigate challenges and strengthen relationships.
• Child Psychology: Aimed at providing specialised and sensitive care to the children of our veterans, MindFocus Psychology offers tailored support to address their unique emotional and developmental needs.
• Triple P – Positive Parenting Program: Practical strategies to support veterans and their families in managing children’s behaviour and building stronger parent-child relationships.
• Trauma-Informed Care: Specialised therapies like ACT, CPT and EMDR designed to address trauma and facilitate healing.
• Career and Life Transition Support: Assistance in navigating the transition to civilian life, including vocational guidance and adjustment counselling.
• DVA Claims Assistance: Psychological reports in support of processing Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) claims to ensure veterans receive their entitled benefits.
• Substance Use Counselling: Supportive interventions to help veterans manage and overcome substance use issues related to their service experiences.
• Mindfulness and Stress Management: Techniques and strategies to promote mindfulness and manage stress effectively, enhancing overall well-being.
• Free Veteran Mental Health Exploration Program: A complimentary program dedicated to helping veterans explore their mental health needs, offering initial assessments and guidance on available resources tailored to veterans.

Types of therapy we offer:

Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)

Developed by Stephen Porges, SSP is an evidence-based intervention using sound therapy designed to reduce stress, enhance social engagement, improving emotional reslience.

General Polyvagal Informed Intervention

Focuses on the nervous system’s role in emotional regulation.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

Encourages acceptance and mindfulness strategies.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness.

Solution Focused Therapy

Concentrates on solutions rather than problems.

Schema Therapy

Integrates elements of cognitive, behavioral, and experiential therapies.

Grief and Loss Therapy

Supports individuals dealing with loss.

Interpersonal Therapy

Focuses on improving interpersonal relationships.

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for veterans helps reframe distressing thoughts related to trauma, reducing PTSD symptoms and improving emotional well-being.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Addresses negative patterns of thought and behaviour.

Our Guiding Principles for Supporting Veterans:

Comprehensive Approach: We take a holistic approach to mental health, addressing the unique needs of veterans through personalised treatment plans.

Experienced Team: Our therapists are trained in evidence-based practices and have extensive experience working with veterans.

Confidential and Supportive Environment: A safe space where veterans can openly discuss their challenges and receive compassionate care.

Community Integration: We help veterans connect with local resources and support networks to enhance their overall well-being.