Smita Saxena Psychologist (Provisional)

Logic Lounge Psychology - Hornsby Suite 4/ 19 Hunter Street, Hornsby, New South Wales, 2077

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Phone02 7256 7070(Landline)Phone+612 8331 1951(Fax)Websitewww.logicloungepsychology.com.au
Logic Lounge Psychology - Hornsby Suite 4/ 19 Hunter Street, Hornsby, New South Wales, 2077
Map for Suite 4/ 19 Hunter Street, Hornsby, New South Wales, 2077

Overview

Smita has had more than 8 years of extensive experience in the field of clinical psychology in India. She has had an elaborate set of clients ranging from Children, Adolescents and Adults, whom she has tackled for various psychiatric disorders, such as: · Psychotic disorders- including Schizophrenia, · Mood disorders- including Mania, Bipolar and Depression, · Anxiety disorders- including Generalized Anxiety disorder, · Obsessive Compulsive disorders, · Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder(PTSD), Relationship difficulties, · Phobia and Personality disorder, · Adjustment disorders. She has a rich working experience with different Childhood Disorders (mainly ADHD and Behavioural Disorders). She is extensively trained and experienced in Psychological testing, including: · IQ assessment, · Personality assessment, · Neurological and Cognitive assessment. She is a pioneer in providing Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), family therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, supportive psychotherapy, mindfulness, behaviour Therapy, including: systematic desensitization, exposer and response prevention, and self-monitoring and reinforcement techniques, which are mainly used in treating childhood disorders. Her expertise in providing relaxation therapy is commendable and is quite effective in treating anxiety and stress-related disorder.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • M.Phil.( Medical and Social Psychology); M.A. ( Applied and Clinical Psychology); B.A (Psychology, Education)

Certifications

  • One-year didactic training in research and genetics, University of Pittsburgh USA
  • Counselling Children (6 month course from Australian Correspondence School)

Specialisation and Services

Area of Focus

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Child Psychology
  • Depression
  • Family Therapy
  • Grief and Loss
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Panic Attacks
  • Panic Disorders
  • Personality disorders
  • Post-Natal Depression
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationships
  • Schizophrenia
  • Self-Esteem and Self-Development
  • Sexual Difficulties
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Work Related Issues
  • Workplace Issues

Modalities

  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy
  • Mindfulness

Patient Focus

  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Families
  • People with disabilities

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Hindi