we focus on what's important to you. 

Our first step is to develop a shared understanding of your concerns and what might have contributed to them. In your first session, we will begin to understand what's been happening for you, explore your history, determine your strengths and supports, and clarify your goals for therapy.

We then discuss options and develop a plan moving forward. By providing you with practical tools, coping skills, and a different perspective we will work together to create long-term, positive change so you can become the best version of yourself.

what can Jaci help with?

   •   Eating disorders and body image concerns - including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating, body dysmorphia. 
   •   Depression
   •   Anxiety - including generalised anxiety, social anxiety, specific phobias, panic attacks, posttraumatic stress disorder, and obsessive compulsive disorder. 
   •   Adjustment difficulties - job, relationships, grief/loss, chronic injury and pain
   •   Anger management 
   •   Stress
• Interpersonal and relationship concerns

At this stage, Jaci only sees adult clients.
She is committed to providing a safe and inclusive service for people of all linguistic, cultural, and religious backgrounds, and the LGBTQIA+ community.

what approach will you use to help me?

To find the approach that best suits you, Jaci brings in a variety of evidence-based therapies:
   •   Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
• Enhanced Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E)
   •   Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• MANTRA (The Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults)
   •   Schema informed CBT
   •   Motivational Interviewing
   •   Mindfulness

what happens in the first session?

Arrive early -
About 5 minutes will allow you to time to find the clinic and get a park.

What to bring -
Just yourself! You will have already completed the following online:
   •  Consent form
• Account details for rebates and payment
• Emailed your Mental Health Treatment Plan/Eating Disorder Plan and/or GP referral.

What to expect -
• Some admin. Jaci will talk you through consent and confidentiality.
• Checking to see if we're a good fit. It's important to take time to see if we're a good match. This involves asking plenty of questions, so feel free to come with your own ones too.
• Some recommendations. Jaci may discuss how often to have appointments, referrals, therapies, or what to expect in your next session.
• Homework. You might go away with something to do in between sessions. Research shows you're more likely to benefit from therapy if you're given something to work on!

After your session -
Take a breather. If you can, take a moment to reflect and do something nice for yourself.