Psychologist Norwood
Asking for help is a courageous step. We all experience times of turbulence and disruption in our lives.
With years of experience in psychology and family therapy, I can offer valuable assistance, support, and direction.
Hello, I’m Ros Yuen, a psychologist and family therapist serving the community around Norwood.
My goal is to collaborate with you in fostering purposeful transformations in your life. I strive to disrupt the unhelpful cycles of thought, emotion, and action that can hurt you, and to introduce fresh strategies so you can navigate life on your terms.
I have a deep interest in helping people heal from stress and trauma, to help them reduce anxiety, conquer depression and build life-giving relationships. It is urgent today to acquire the skills to create our own sense of contentment by seeking more control over our own thoughts and deeds and foregoing misguided attempts at controlling those things that are simply uncontrollable. In short, it is enough that we learn to surf the waves of the ocean without shifting the shoreline.
My services primarily take place in-office, offering face-to-face sessions, with the flexibility of telehealth consultations when necessary. For mental health emergencies, individuals will be promptly referred to the SA Mental Health Triage Services by calling 131465.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Bachelor of Science with Honours
- Bachelor in Social Administration
- Graduate Certificate in Mediation (Family)
- Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
- Bachelor of Psychology with Honours
- Diploma in Clinical Hypnosis
Psychological Assistance
Cultivating healthier, more resilient relationships with the guidance of a mental health worker could be transformative for your life.
Let’s embark on a journey to strengthen your relationship and enrich your life. Through tailored skills and strategies, I aim to empower you to navigate challenges effectively. My focus lies in fostering healthy couple and family dynamics, addressing your well-being.
It’s natural for intimate relationships to experience fluctuations, potentially leading to challenging issues that can be overwhelming to tackle alone.
Within families, relationships weave together different viewpoints, goals, behaviours, and interactions. These combinations can create dynamics that, if left unaddressed, may undermine the collective happiness and well-being of the family unit.
Amidst the changes and growth within families, there’s a blend of positivity and adversity. Navigating the complexities of blended family dynamics requires a tailored and sensitive approach to address the distinct challenges they present
Relationships with narcissists can initially seem thrilling and enjoyable, but as genuine care diminishes, they can swiftly turn sour, revealing their detrimental nature.
Same-sex couples may deal with various factors that can benefit from a comprehensive approach from a professional who understands.
Challenges like workplace intimidation or harassment can be incredibly daunting to navigate, given their intricate dynamics. Seeking professional support could prove pivotal in addressing and overcoming such issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are your session fees?
Session fees vary depending on the time and type of session. Individual sessions are $240 from 8AM to 4PM and $265 after 4PM.
Couple consultations are $290 within regular hours and $315 for later appointments.
Family sessions are $120 per person.
You can read more about fees any payment options here.
Do you provide consultations online?
Online consultations in the form of Zoom and Phone sessions are also available. I prefer to have met you once or twice for intake before commencing online consultations. Please be aware that some experiential interventions especially for couples are difficult to do.
Are there rebates available for our session?
If your Private Health Insurance incorporates Psychology under Extras, there’s a possibility to claim rebates through your Health Fund. Given the varying policies and extents of coverage, it’s wise to consult your Health Fund directly to ascertain the applicable details.
Medicare offers rebates for individuals, not couples, through a Mental Health Plan prescribed by your GP. This plan remains valid for 12 months, during which you can access up to 10 sessions. Initially, your GP may assign 6 sessions, with the possibility of an additional 4 sessions after a review consultation.
Explore further details regarding available rebates by clicking here.
Are our sessions guaranteed to be confidential?
Confidentiality is paramount in all our sessions. Psychologists are ethically and legally obligated to maintain confidentiality, except in specific situations such as a court subpoena or if there is a significant risk of harm to you or others, where mandated reporting is required.
Psychologists are mandated reporters according to the Firearms Regulations 2017. This means we’re obligated to report any suspected firearm-related injuries or unsafe firearm situations.
Psychologists are mandated to report if they suspect on reasonable grounds that a child or young person is at risk of harm.
For further information on privacy and your legal rights, please visit this link.
What can I anticipate during the initial appointment?
When you arrive, you’ll be asked to fill out an intake form in the waiting room. The first session is dedicated to exploring your concerns, with my gentle guidance to unearth any underlying issues. You’ll also have the chance to experience my interpersonal style and determine if it resonates with you. Typically, the intake process spans two sessions, and during the initial session, my primary focus is on being an empathetic listener, fully present to your needs.
What are the terms of your cancellation policy?
Our cancellation policy mandates a minimum of 48 business hours notice to facilitate scheduling adjustments for other clients. Cancellations made less than 48 business hours prior to the appointment or non-attendance will incur full fees. Further information on our cancellation policy can be found here.
Are you interested in booking an appointment?
Whether you seek assistance with your romantic relationship or navigating dynamics within your family or friendships, you can access additional information and resources online here. To begin, you can book your initial consultation with me online.
The Gottman Method
Taking different approaches when working to improve certain issues is important to cater for the specific needs of an individual or couple. One such technique that I implement is known as the Gottman Method.
This approach to couples therapy sessions and marriage counselling focuses on three profiles of relationships: the friendship profile, the conflict profile, and the shared meanings profile.
Tailored interventions are designed to address the individual strengths and weaknesses of a couple’s relationship, as identified within these profiles. Emphasis is placed on addressing perpetual issues, tackling solvable problems, and enhancing conflict resolution and communication abilities.
Do you find it difficult to cope with…?
Anger, though a common human emotion, can pose issues when handled destructively. Developing an understanding of your anger is pivotal to its control. Recognise triggers, heed warning signs, and adopt coping mechanisms to effectively manage them.
Enduring distressing thoughts or excessive worry that hinders daily activities is indicative of ongoing anxiety. Although feeling anxious from time to time is common, when it persists or becomes unmanageable, it deviates from typical reactions to circumstances.
Compulsions carry significant weight as they can disrupt various aspects of functioning.
If your actions cause concern for yourself or those close to you and impact your life negatively, seeking tailored treatment can be beneficial for addressing your unique needs.
The seriousness of compulsions lies in their potential to disrupt multiple areas of functioning.
People go through periods of feeling down, but being depressed you feel persistently sad. Persistent depression can become a disabling mental health condition.
If you’re grappling with symptoms such as low energy, loss of interest in activities you typically enjoy, or a tendency to withdraw from social interactions, seeking support for a potential depressive disorder could be beneficial.
Stress is often described as feeling tense and worried. Stress can be a brief occurrence that may be helpful in certain circumstances, despite being uncomfortable.
However, stress may become harmful and affect your ability to function well, requiring targeted strategies and coping methods.
The occurrence of highly frightening or threatening events can lead to psychological scars. Traumatic experiences wield considerable influence, often revealing themselves through physical, behavioural, emotional, or cognitive indicators linked to trauma-related concerns.
Obsessional thinking is frequently accompanied by repetitive behaviours or rituals aimed at easing the anxiety provoked by those thoughts. Dealing with this multifaceted issue typically requires the work of qualified and experienced professionals.
Gain insight into insecure attachment patterns and cultivate behaviours that align with secure attachment styles.
Addressing issues like insecure attachment, dismissive-avoidant attachment, fearful-avoidant attachment and anxious-preoccupied attachment often necessitates comprehensive professional guidance.
Develop an understanding of insecure attachment dynamics and adopt behaviours conducive to secure attachment patterns.
How to make an appointment?
Thank you for taking the time to visit our website. The most effective and time efficient way to make an appointment is to click here or use the booking button in the menu bar. Alternatively appointments can be made by telephone. If you want to find out more about the practice or services available please feel free to fill out the contact form and we will respond to you as soon as possible.
Call or book online
Make an appointment by booking online or ringing reception on (08) 8363 3974.
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Once you have made an appointment, we will send you a message as a reminder.
What should I bring to my appointment?
In the first appointment, you can expect me to listen carefully to what you say and don’t say. It is natural to feel nervous. You have my utmost respect for being so courageous.
Kensington Practice
316 The Parade Kensington SA 5068
Mondays, Tuesdays and
Thursdays from 8am to 7pm
Wednesday from 2pm to 7pm
Who to contact in an out of hour emergency?
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