We are excited to be presenting a workshop for GPs and Allied Health Professionals looking to upskill in the area of trauma-informed care! Click on this link to register: bit.ly/HB_Register
Happy Brain Psychology & Counselling
Mental Health Care
Dinmore, Queensland 92 followers
Partnering with our clients to help them live their most authentic life!
About us
Providing mental health care services for neurodiverse clients offering trauma-informed care and adopting a neuroaffirmative approach to therapy.
- Website
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www.happybrain.com.au
External link for Happy Brain Psychology & Counselling
- Industry
- Mental Health Care
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Dinmore, Queensland
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2021
- Specialties
- mental health, ADHD, Autism, neurodiveristy, trauma, EMDR, play based therapies
Locations
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Primary
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1a Dinmore St
Dinmore, Queensland 4303, AU
Employees at Happy Brain Psychology & Counselling
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Roxanne Wells-Peris
Director & Clinical Psychologist | Board Approved Supervisor, Neurodiverse Affirming Clinical Psychologist
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Richele Stone
Clinical Psychology Registrar
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Hanisa Anais Haizan
Psychologist at Happy Brain Psychology & Counselling
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Shani Mitchell
Psychology Honours Graduate
Updates
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Embracing Neuro-Affirming and Client-Centred Care: Highlights from AHPRA's New Recommendations The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) has rolled out fresh guidelines that put the spotlight on neuro-affirming and client-centred care. These guidelines aim to boost the quality of healthcare by ensuring that everyone is treated with respect, dignity, and understanding. Here are some key points: Reflexivity and Adaptability AHPRA encourages healthcare professionals to engage in self-reflection and continuous learning (Competency 3). By being open to new ideas and adapting their methods, practitioners can provide more personalised and empathetic care. This approach supports neurodiversity by recognising the unique strengths and challenges of each individual. Embracing Neurodiversity and Making Adjustments One of the highlights of the new guidelines is the focus on understanding neurodiversity and adopting strengths-based, trauma-informed approaches for people with developmental disabilities (Competency 3). This includes making reasonable adjustments, such as using alternative communication methods, to ensure inclusive and effective support. It's all about focusing on what people can do, and helping support them with things that are difficult. Health Equity and Human Rights The guidelines emphasise the importance of health equity and human rights, particularly when working with diverse groups (Competency 7) and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples (Competency 8). This means understanding the social factors that affect health and addressing the unique challenges these communities face. By doing so, healthcare professionals can work towards reducing disparities and providing equitable care for all. Conclusion AHPRA's recommendations are a big step towards more inclusive and effective healthcare. By embracing these neuro-affirming and client-centred approaches, healthcare providers can create a more supportive environment for everyone. Let's work together to build a healthcare system that truly meets the needs of all individuals and communities. If you are interested in up-skilling yourself or your team in neuro-affirming and strength-based and trauma-informed practices reach out to us. We run interactive workshop based immersive learning experiences as well as 1:1 supervision sessions. Check us out at www.happybrain.com.au or hello@happybrain.com.au
Director & Clinical Psychologist | Board Approved Supervisor, Neurodiverse Affirming Clinical Psychologist
Embracing Neuro-Affirming and Client-Centered Care: Highlights from AHPRA's New Recommendations: The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) has introduced new guidelines that focus on neuro-affirming and client-centered care to enhance healthcare quality. Here are the key points: Reflexivity and Adaptability AHPRA encourages healthcare professionals to engage in self-reflection and continuous learning (Competency 3). By staying open to new ideas and adapting methods, practitioners can provide more personalized and empathetic care, recognizing each individual's unique strengths. Embracing Neurodiversity and Making Adjustments The guidelines emphasize understanding neurodiversity and using strengths-based, trauma-informed approaches for people with developmental disabilities (Competency 3). This includes making adjustments, like alternative communication methods, to ensure inclusive support. Health Equity and Human Rights AHPRA highlights the importance of health equity and human rights when working with diverse groups (Competency 7) and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples (Competency 8). Understanding social factors and addressing unique challenges can help reduce disparities in care. Call to Action for Psychologists Psychologists are urged to integrate these guidelines into their practice. Embrace reflexivity and support neurodiversity, engage in ongoing education, and advocate for health equity. By doing so, you can help transform healthcare and improve outcomes for all. If you are interested in up-skilling yourself or your team in neuro-affirming and strength-based and trauma-informed practices reach out to us. We run interactive workshop based immersive learning experiences as well as 1:1 supervision sessions. Check us out at www.happybrain.com.au or hello@happybrain.com.au
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Director & Clinical Psychologist | Board Approved Supervisor, Neurodiverse Affirming Clinical Psychologist
Hello everyone, we are on the search for our next HB team member. Why our service in ND-affirmative: 👉 our practice mission statement is to help our clients live their most authentic lives 👉 our team get access to regular PD and supervision from leading ND-affirmative experts 👉 our team is diverse and we foster a inclusive environment focused on offering our clients the best clinical outcomes 👉 we are s strengths-focused, client centred practice and we work together with our clients to set goals that matter to them!
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Our brilliant practitioners at the Unpacking Neuroaffirming Practice PD event! 👏👀 #autismawareness #professionaldevelopment #neurodiversity #happybrain #strengthsbased
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Happy Brain is Hiring! Do you know anyone looking to join a private practice that is passionate about trauma-informed & strengths-focused therapy? This opportunity is a Hybrid role so that you can enjoy the work-life balance you want. Interviewing now!
2024 is here! We are looking to expand our team, offering hybrid working arrangements so that you can get the best work-life balance + be part of a collaborative team committed to best in class neuroaffirmative practices
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Happy Brain is Hiring! Do you know anyone looking to join a private practice that is passionate about trauma-informed & strengths-focused therapy? This opportunity is a Hybrid role so that you can enjoy the work-life balance you want. Interviewing now!
2024 is here! We are looking to expand our team, offering hybrid working arrangements so that you can get the best work-life balance + be part of a collaborative team committed to best in class neuroaffirmative practices
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New Year - New Perspective on your Career? 🤓 We are looking for a accredited mental health professional able to provide services under Medicare - We are offering a hybrid work arrangement so that you can maintain the lifestyle you want 😎 . Check out our advert below 👇
New Year - New perspective on your career? What we are looking for: Neuro-Affirmative Psychologist/ Mental Health Accredited Social Worker - that is able to provide services under Medicare (Mandatory). You can be based at our wonderful clinic in Ipswich, or be based solely online or do a bit of both! We are seeking practitioners looking to work a minimum of 3 days per week. About Us: We’re a rapidly growing Neurodiverse Mental Health Practice that aims to help our clients on their journey towards their most authentic life. We do our best work in a comfortable, calm and family-friendly setting where our furry four-legged friends are all welcome. You will be part of a company that has one main goal and that is to be the leader in best-practice Neuro-affirmative practice striving to offer our clients the best service and outcomes possible. About the Opportunity: ✅ We are obsessed with personal and professional development. Something you’ve always wanted to learn? We host regular PD events with industry leaders presenting topics, PD budget with allocated time in your calendar to learn during your work hours, regular peer and 1:1 supervision! ✅ Full Training and Support – Every new team member will go through a induction program to make sure you are fully confident in your role. You will be buddied up with a team member to help make sure all questions are answered as you learn. We also run a peak performance environment weekly and quarterly support to make sure you reach your goals. ✅Quarterly Social Events where we let our hair down, enjoy nice food and wine and have some fun with the team. ✅ Fun, vibrant team – Learn and thrive with some of the country’s most switched on Mental Health experts, form diverse professional backgrounds - opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team. ✅ Amazing growth prospects & long-term career growth– You'll get to work in a fast-growing mental health practice, where there are loads of growth opportunities including leadership roles. ✅ The Culture: Forget the traditional medical/corporate culture. We have created something entirely different!? We are truly inclusive and walk the talk meaning we hire neurodivergent people and value their perspective. We try our best to adjust the work environment to suit you We’re #hiring. Know anyone who might be interested?
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New Year - New perspective on your career? What we are looking for: Neuro-Affirmative Psychologist/ Mental Health Accredited Social Worker - that is able to provide services under Medicare (Mandatory). You can be based at our wonderful clinic in Ipswich, or be based solely online or do a bit of both! We are seeking practitioners looking to work a minimum of 3 days per week. About Us: We’re a rapidly growing Neurodiverse Mental Health Practice that aims to help our clients on their journey towards their most authentic life. We do our best work in a comfortable, calm and family-friendly setting where our furry four-legged friends are all welcome. You will be part of a company that has one main goal and that is to be the leader in best-practice Neuro-affirmative practice striving to offer our clients the best service and outcomes possible. About the Opportunity: ✅ We are obsessed with personal and professional development. Something you’ve always wanted to learn? We host regular PD events with industry leaders presenting topics, PD budget with allocated time in your calendar to learn during your work hours, regular peer and 1:1 supervision! ✅ Full Training and Support – Every new team member will go through a induction program to make sure you are fully confident in your role. You will be buddied up with a team member to help make sure all questions are answered as you learn. We also run a peak performance environment weekly and quarterly support to make sure you reach your goals. ✅Quarterly Social Events where we let our hair down, enjoy nice food and wine and have some fun with the team. ✅ Fun, vibrant team – Learn and thrive with some of the country’s most switched on Mental Health experts, form diverse professional backgrounds - opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team. ✅ Amazing growth prospects & long-term career growth– You'll get to work in a fast-growing mental health practice, where there are loads of growth opportunities including leadership roles. ✅ The Culture: Forget the traditional medical/corporate culture. We have created something entirely different!? We are truly inclusive and walk the talk meaning we hire neurodivergent people and value their perspective. We try our best to adjust the work environment to suit you We’re #hiring. Know anyone who might be interested?