Connections WA Psychology and Occupational Therapy

Connections WA Psychology and Occupational Therapy Psychology and Occupational Therapy for Child, Adolescent and Adult
Host of the Mental Health Professional Network

CONNECTIONS WA | Allied Health Services
11, Unit 3 Blackburn Drive (Cnr Helmshore Way) Port Kennedy
08 9524 6491 | Email info@connectionswa.com.au

Psychology, Occupational Therapy and Allied Health Services for young people, Adolescents and Adults. We offer Professional Supervision for other Allied Health Practitioners. Web https://connectionswa.com.au
FBook https://www.facebook.com/ConnectionsWACounsellingPsychology

Hours 8.15 am to 4.00 pm | Monday to Saturday. SERVICES
Individual Counselling
We offer a calm space for you to explore your feelings, thoughts and behaviours, to life a more happier life. Non Judgmental | Learn About Yourself | Be The Best You Can Be

Child and Family Therapy
A place where your child can express their feelings and thoughts and learn to navigate the complexities of life. Child Centered | Learn Strategies | Optimise Strengths

Clinical Supervision
We offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore your skills, competencies, and professional growth. Andrea is an experienced therapist and clinical supervisor who provides individual, group and video conferencing supervision to the following:
Counsellors | Psychologists | Chaplains | Mental Health Workers | Social Workers
RISEUP Framework | Highly Confidential | Emphasis On Growth
More details please click here:-
https://connectionswa.com.au/clinical-supervision

Therapy for the Therapist
We offer a private, highly confidential space for practitioners to undertake their personal therapy. Non-Judgmental | Highly Confidential | A Place to be Held
More details please click here:-
https://connectionswa.com.au/therapy-for-therapist

School-based Psychology and Occupational Therapy - coming soon. Connections WA are making Allied Health Services more accessible for our young people. FEES, REBATES AND POLICIES
Please see our website for pricing. REBATE PROVIDERS
Bupa | Medibank Private | Police and Nurses

REBATES
You will need to contact your health provider to obtain information about your rebate. A tax receipt will be provided for you to claim your rebate with your provider after your session. We’re not at this stage registered with Medicare or NDIS. CANCELLATION POLICY
Upon booking your appointment, credit card details will be taken to secure your appointment. If you do not attend your appointment and do not provide 48 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule your appointment, a non-attendance fee of $80 will be deducted from your card. If you provide 48 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule your appointment you will not be charged. Please call the office on 9524 6491 or email info@connectionswa.com.au to cancel appointment or reschedule. Connections WA is dedicated to enriching the lives of others. Offering a unique relationship of connectedness, built upon trust and honesty


CONNECTIONS WA | Counselling and Psychology
11, Unit 3 Blackburn Drive (Cnr Helmshore Way) Port Kennedy
08 9524 6491 | Email info@connectionswa.com.au
Web https://connectionswa.com.au
FBook https://www.facebook.com/ConnectionsWACounsellingPsychology
Hours 8am to 5pm | Occasional Hours Outside by Strict Appointment

Building Our Culture: Join the team wall at Connections WA with our Vision for 2026! 🚀At Connections WA, our 2026 expans...
16/11/2025

Building Our Culture: Join the team wall at Connections WA with our Vision for 2026! 🚀

At Connections WA, our 2026 expansion into our brand-new centre at 551 Marmion Street, Melville, isn't just about growth—it's about laying the foundations for an exceptional, supportive team culture. We are prioritising the right values and people first!

We are passionately committed to best-practice including Paediatric care delivered through a Neuroaffirming lens. If you are dedicated to learning, wellbeing, and professional practice, you belong with us.

If you are ready to start your new year within our unique 'Australian Bush Themed' Centre, we want to connect with you! We are actively seeking:

🧠 Psychologists
🎨 Occupational Therapists
💬 Speech Pathologists
💻 Administration support
🧹 Cleaners
🌱 Gardeners

We're not just filling roles; we're building a supportive, learning environment where every team member is valued for their contribution to the whole-family experience.

Ready to build an incredible culture with us, where you can influence your environment for the better? Come join our wall! Start the journey by submitting your CV today!
info@connectionswa.com.au
Or complete the application via our Seek advert: https://lnkd.in/gzjcfVkd

Here’s to more connections, more care, and an incredible journey ahead! 💫
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We are delighted to welcome Dr Ozgur (Oz) Yalcin, Clinical Psychologist and Director of ANIMA Health Network, as our nex...
04/11/2025

We are delighted to welcome Dr Ozgur (Oz) Yalcin, Clinical Psychologist and Director of ANIMA Health Network, as our next presenter for the Mental Health Professional Network. Dr Yalcin is an Adjunct Research Fellow at Curtin University’s EnAble Institute and was recently named Australian Psychologist of the Year 2024 at the Allied Health Awards. His research has made significant contributions to the field, most notably his Phd developing YSQ-R, an internationally used questionnaire for assessing early maladaptive schemas in schema therapy.

This presentation provides a concise overview of Schema Therapy, an integrative approach for understanding and healing deeply ingrained, self-defeating life patterns. We'll explore core concepts, assessment tools, and fundamental treatment options.

By the end of this presentation, you will be able to:
* Define Early Maladaptive Schemas (EMSs) and understand their origins in early life.
* Recognise Schema Modes as the emotional states and coping styles that activate these schemas.
* Identify key assessment tools, such as the YSQ-R, used to map these life patterns.
* Explain fundamental treatment strategies aimed at healing schemas and promoting healthier coping mechanisms.

This is a chance to learn from a very knowledgable individual in the field. You don't want to miss this event!

Saturday, December 6th @ 9pm. Light refreshments provided. RSVP on the Connections WA event page.

12/10/2025

Back to school- "under the hood of wellbeing'- Carole Ryff’s 6-Factor Model of Psychological Wellbeing.

What an incredibly meaningful way for the Mandurah Baptist College staff to start their term break—focusing on collective and personal wellbeing across the whole school with a focussed well-being day!

The College’s commitment to its staff was evident throughout the whole day, starting with wonderful community engagement: supporting local groups, a beach clean-up, and even dancing with local seniors! Followed by a well-deserved lunch, staff had the opportunity to choose from a variety of sessions, from painting and meditation to my talk: "Under the Hood of Wellbeing."

We dove deep into Carole Ryff’s 6-Factor Model of Psychological Wellbeing, using both my clinical experience and lived experience examples to explore the core components that truly drive a long and healthy life. It was inspiring to see so many educators engage in such a reflective and powerful session.

A huge congratulations to MBC for their proactive and holistic approach to workplace care. As Term 4 kicks off—the busiest time of the year—we at Connections WA wish all the amazing teachers and staff a brilliant and successful start to term four.

Side note from me: To those who attended: I hope those journal books got a good workout over the holiday! What's one small commitment to your own wellbeing you're taking into Term 4?

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A huge thank you to Tucker Christou from Gambling Counselling for his insightful presentation, “Problem Gambling," at ou...
22/09/2025

A huge thank you to Tucker Christou from Gambling Counselling for his insightful presentation, “Problem Gambling," at our most recent Mental Health Professional Network event!

Tucker Christou is an accredited gambling counsellor with GamCare. His workshop shed a light on the significant challenges of gambling harm, and critically, how it is impacting people today.

This presentation introduced a person-centred therapeutic approach informed by cognitive-behavioural strategies, trauma awareness, and motivational interviewing. It outlined practical tools for engagement, relapse prevention, and the development of meaningful alternatives to gambling behaviour.

Participants attending gained:
* A deeper understanding of gambling as an emotional regulation strategy
* Insight into the cycles of addiction and uncertainty about change
* Therapeutic frameworks that support recovery and self-agency
* Strategies for addressing co-occurring mental health challenges

Thank you to everyone who joined us for another important and engaging session!

Please join us for tonights MHPN professional development session at Connections WA in Port Kennedy.Presented by Tucker ...
03/09/2025

Please join us for tonights MHPN professional development session at Connections WA in Port Kennedy.

Presented by Tucker Christof - Problem Gambling and Therapy

Come along and connect with other mental health professional in your area.
Please register to attend
https://mhpn.org.au/members/ #/Meeting/
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Where are you on this battery scale today? 🔋It's so easy to push ourselves until we're in the red, but our minds and bod...
29/08/2025

Where are you on this battery scale today? 🔋

It's so easy to push ourselves until we're in the red, but our minds and bodies thrive when we rest proactively. Let this be your gentle nudge to recognise the signs of needing a break when you're still in the 'take a break here' zone. What's one small thing you can do for yourself today to recharge?

Andrea Groom, our lead psychologist, is currently in Zurich, Switzerland, attending the XXII International Congress for ...
27/08/2025

Andrea Groom, our lead psychologist, is currently in Zurich, Switzerland, attending the XXII International Congress for Analytical Psychology. This year's congress is a landmark event, celebrating the 150th anniversary of C.G. Jung's birth.

Andrea is immersing herself in a diverse program of lectures, breakout sessions, and workshops, gaining invaluable knowledge from leading experts. She's attending presentations from renowned speakers like Donald Kalsched, Margo Leahy and Robert Tyminski, on topics ranging from Remembering the "Unremembered: Work with Early Trauma" to "Gender Fluidity in Contemporary Adolescence".

This experience will allow Andrea to deepen her understanding of core Jungian concepts, stay current with the latest research, and learn new, effective therapeutic techniques. She is excited to bring these fresh perspectives back to our practice to better serve our clients. We're proud to have her representing our team and expanding her expertise!

Are you a passionate Psychologist, Speech Pathologist, or Occupational Therapist ready to make a real difference? We are...
06/08/2025

Are you a passionate Psychologist, Speech Pathologist, or Occupational Therapist ready to make a real difference?

We are currently expanding our Perth team and we're looking for dedicated professionals like you to join us!

We believe in fostering a space where both our clients and our team members thrive. If you're looking to grow your career in a practice that values professional development, collaboration, and well-being, we want to connect with you.

Email your interest to info@connectionswa.com.au for more information and a full job description.

Taking care of your mental health is a powerful commitment to yourself. There's no need to feel guilty for prioritising ...
04/08/2025

Taking care of your mental health is a powerful commitment to yourself. There's no need to feel guilty for prioritising your own needs, for setting boundaries, or for stepping back to recharge. This dedicated time is absolutely essential for your well-being and allows you to thrive in other areas of your life!

Our next FREE Mental Health Professional Network event this coming Wednesday 6th of August at Connections WA, Port Kenne...
03/08/2025

Our next FREE Mental Health Professional Network event this coming Wednesday 6th of August at Connections WA, Port Kennedy.

Guest speaker Dr Margaret Sealey will be covering the topic of living in a death phobic society where the subjects of death, dying, grief and loss are taboo. As professionals, we need to have the skills to tackle these topics without fear.

Please register to attend
https://mhpn.org.au/members/ #/Meeting/
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With the busy lives we live, it's easy to feel drained. It's crucial to take time out and prioritise the things that sup...
01/08/2025

With the busy lives we live, it's easy to feel drained. It's crucial to take time out and prioritise the things that support our mental health. It's about intentionally filling your cup with what truly nourishes your soul.

Here are some powerful ways to do just that:

Nourishment: Cook a balanced meal, make your favourite comforting drink, hydrate well.

Reflection: Check in with yourself, write in a journal, express gratitude.

Connection: Call a friend or family to check in and connect, join a local group that aligns with your interests.

Creative expression: Drawing, painting, playing music, writing poetry.

Movement: A walk, gentle stretching, yoga, dancing or any movement that suits you.

Rest: A 15-20 minute power nap, read a book, listen to a podcast, rest WITHOUT guilt.

Time in nature: Do some gardening, observe nature - trees, the ocean, clouds, animals, walk barefoot on grass or sand to connect with the earth.

Address

11/3 Blackburn Drive (Entrance Helmshore Way), Port Kennedy
Perth, WA
6172

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5am

Telephone

+61895246491

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