Your Local Norwood Psychologist
Reaching out for support is a sign of strength, not weakness. We all encounter phases of challenge and change.
As a seasoned psychologist and family therapist, I am here to offer my skills in providing help, support, and guidance.
Hello, my name is Ros Yuen, I am a psychologist and family therapist practicing near Norwood.
My mission is to partner with you to facilitate realistic and significant changes in your life if that’s your objective. I aim to interrupt the persistent loops of thought, feeling, and action that perpetuate your distress, and to introduce tools to help you progress.
My passion lies in helping individuals overcome stress and trauma, ease anxiety, defeat depression, and foster nourishing relationships. In today’s world, mastering the ability to cultivate inner peace by managing our thoughts and actions is crucial. It’s about embracing what we can influence while releasing the grip on what’s beyond our control—learning to navigate life’s currents without trying to alter its natural course.
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
Fostering positive momentum towards healthier and more resilient relationships with the support of a mental health professional has the potential to be pivotal in your life.
I can work with you to help you develop skills and strategies that may improve various aspects of your relationship and assist you to live a more fulfilling life. My areas of interest include couple relationships and family relationships.
The journey of intimate relationships often involves highs and lows, influencing multiple areas and presenting issues that may seem daunting to confront solo.
The fabric of family ties is comprised of diverse perspectives, objectives, behaviours, and interactions. These elements can give rise to intricate dynamics that pose challenges to the happiness and wellness of all involved.
Family transformations bring a mix of benefits and challenges. Blended families encounter specific obstacles demanding delicate and detailed support to overcome.
Being in a relationship with a narcissist can often start out well, being fun and exciting before tuning into very bad ones once a lack of genuine caring becomes evident.
Same-sex couples encounter diverse challenges that can benefit from a holistic approach from a knowledgeable professional.
Coping with workplace challenges like intimidation or harassment can feel overwhelming. Engaging with professional support services may offer valuable assistance in navigating and resolving these situations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you provide information about the fees for your sessions?
The session fee for an individual is $240 for appointments from 8AM to 4PM. The fee for appointments later than 4PM is $265.
The fee for a couple consultation is $290 for appointments from 8AM to 4PM. The fee for appointments later than 4PM is $315.
Family sessions are priced at $120 per person.
Visit our INFORMATION PAGE for comprehensive details on fees and payment options.
Do you offer online consultations?
Yes, I do provide online consultations using Zoom and Phone sessions. Ideally, I prefer to have had an initial in-person meeting or two with clients before moving to online sessions. However, it’s important to note that some interventions, especially those designed for couples, may be more challenging to conduct effectively in an online format.
Do you provide rebates for sessions?
If you have Private Health Insurance with Extras covering Psychology services, you may be eligible to claim a rebate from your Health Fund. As policies and coverage levels vary among Funds, it’s advisable to verify directly with your Health Fund for details.
Under Medicare, rebates are available for individuals, not couples, through a Mental Health Plan arranged by your GP. This plan is active for 12 months and entitles you to a maximum of 10 sessions. Your GP may allocate 6 sessions initially, with an option for 4 more sessions after a review consultation.
To learn more about the rebates currently offered, visit this resource.
Are our sessions guaranteed to be confidential?
Rest assured, confidentiality is a cornerstone of our sessions. Psychologists adhere to strict ethical and legal guidelines that protect your privacy, except under circumstances such as a court order or if there is a credible threat of harm to yourself or others, requiring mandated reporting.
Under the Firearms Regulations 2017, psychologists are mandated reporters, meaning we must report any suspected firearm injuries or unsafe firearm situations to ensure the safety of individuals and the community.
Psychologists are legally obliged to report any reasonable suspicion of harm to a child or young person.
You can find more information on privacy and your legal rights here.
What should I expect from the first 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 is your cancellation policy?
To ensure fair scheduling, we request at least 48 business hours notice for cancellations, allowing us to offer the appointment slot to others on our waiting list. If cancellations occur less than 48 business hours before the appointment or in the case of non-attendance, full fees will apply. For additional information, please review our cancellation policy.
Are you ready to arrange an appointment?
If you’re seeking support for your romantic relationship or addressing issues within your family or friend circles, you’ll find valuable information and resources available online here. Take the first step by scheduling your initial consultation with me online.
The Gottman Approach
Employing diverse strategies to address particular challenges ensures personalised support for individuals or couples. Among the methods I employ is the Gottman Method, known for its effectiveness in fostering healthier relationships.
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.
Are you facing challenges 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.
Ongoing worry or thoughts that are distressing and that interfere with daily living.
Feeling anxious is part of being human, but when it becomes sustained or reaches unmanageable levels, anxiety is no longer a normal response to certain situations.
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.
While everyone experiences occasional lows, depression entails persistent and overwhelming sadness. Prolonged depression can evolve into a debilitating 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.
When something very frightening or threatening happens, a psychological wound can occur.
Traumatic experiences can have a significant impact. Signs and symptoms of issues connected to trauma may be physical, behavioural, emotional, or cognitive.
Obsessional thinking is often paired with repeated behaviour or ritual to reduce anxiety that accompanies the thinking.
This complex issue is often best dealt with through qualified and experienced professional support.
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
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