Dr Marie Anderson Psychologist

BACKGROUND Marie is a Psychologist and Life Coach. She has a personal interest in the natural therapies and takes a holistic view of emotional wellbeing. She draws on evidence based strategies to treat a range of mental health imbalances. Marie has been in private practice since 2004. She has a long history in human resources, training, occupational rehabilitation, health psychology at a leading general hospital, and at La Trobe University where she assisted with tutoring and an on-line Ethics unit.  As a Clinical & Health Psychologist, her clients may be eligible for a rebate with a GP referral under a Mental Health Care Plan. Given her training and experience, Marie has an interest in working with parents to help them manage the challenges of raising children and adolescents, including supporting parents with pre and post natal depression. Marie is trained under the cognitive behavioural therapy model. She works collaboratively with her clients to achieve a balanced sense of self. Initial consultations entail exploring the presenting problem and a comprehensive history taking. HEALTHY MIND HEALTHY BODY Marie supports her clients to challenge their self-limiting beliefs, to explore their passions, achieve their personal and vocational goals, and realise a purposeful and fully self-expressed life.  She is an advocate for striking a balance in all areas as a way of attaining a healthy mind and a healthy body. Marie treats a number of imbalances including: . Anxiety, panic, phobias . Assertiveness . Conflict resolution . Depression / pre and post natal depression . Eating problems and disorders . Life and personal coaching . Life transition & adjustment issues . Loss and grief . Obsessive-compulsive behaviours . Pain management . Parent guidance . Rehabilitation/ injury counseling . Relationship difficulties . Self-esteem / lack of confidence . Stress management . Social skills deficits . Supportive counselling . Vocational and career issues . Weight management EMOTIONAL WELLBEING The maintenance of good health extends beyond the physical and encompasses emotional wellbeing. This allows us to better cope with life's challenges and to embrace change. The way we interpret our experiences influences our thinking and ultimately how we feel. How we feel often affects our sense of self. Thus, balanced thinking can lead to balanced wellbeing. CONSULTATIONS Marie sees clients at two locations: Suite 1/ 29 Susan Street Eltham 3095 112 Main St Greensborough 3088 Call her on 0411 319 990 to discuss what's possible in your life. She also works with a team of Associates who offer similar and different mental health treatments. See their profiles on Marie's website www.balancedwellbeing.ntpages.com.au.