Barb Aasen
  Inner Peace
Inner Peace
 

Practice Policies

 

Working Hours: Currently, Barb works every Monday to Thursday from 8:45am to 6:00pm. Later sessions on Mondays & Tuesdays may be arranged. Psychological Sessions are 1 hour long.

 

 

Fees:  Individual Psychological Consultation:  $120 (for other treatment fees, see schedule under therapy) 

All fees are due on the day of your appointment. Cash, cheque or direct deposit are accepted. 

          

Medicare Rebates: For Psychological Consultations, A Mental Health Care Plan may be arranged with your GP and if you are eligible, Medicare will rebate a portion of the fee. Please ask Barb about this prior to booking an appointment. Please note: Reiki and Soul Clearing Treatments are not covered by Medicare.

 

 

Private Insurance: Most private insurance companies offer rebates for psychology. Please check with your provider. 

 

Confidentiality: Psychologists are bound by ethical guidelines which treat client information in the strictest of confidence. The only exception to this policy is in regard to threats by a client to harm themselves or others. In such life threatening situations, a psychologist may contact relevant authorities or individuals. If you attend psychological therapy under a Mental Health Care Plan, a short report will be sent to your General Practitioner. Occassionally, it may be valuable for the psychologist to speak to your GP, however, this would be with your prior knowledge and approval.

 

Cancellation Policy: Barb runs a fairly busy practice and there are often clients on a waiting list to be seen. Therefore, twenty-four hours notice would be greatly appreciated if you need to cancel. A fee may apply if 24 hours notice is not given. 

 

Barb’s Philosophy

I believe we are here to learn and grow. Everything that happens in our life has a purpose. The most difficult situations are often the ones that help us grow and learn the most. But in the midst of these "trials" we often feel lost and alone and in need of a listening ear, a compassionate heart to understand, and help in clarifying which way to go. This is where counselling can be helpful. I would be honoured to guide you on your journey to wholeness.

Soul psychology is the premise from which I work. It takes a higher perspective of life's problems, seeing them as teaching tools. My approach to counselling is based on Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, believing that we create our future by what we think, believe and do in the present. Sometimes the smallest change in behaviour results in the biggest life transformation. Changing a thought or a belief can alter the course of your life. You have so much more power than you probably realise. CBT is a method of instigating change in a clear and focused way. During therapy, I also utilise various other methods, if I feel these will enhance healing and growth, including inner child, EFT, Byron Katie's Work, visualisation techniques and relaxation and meditation. My goal is to support my clients in finding peace, joy and happiness in their lives.

 

Barb's Qualifications  

1999                                Bachelor of Psychology (Hons)  

Griffith University, Nathan, Qld  

1998                                Bachelor of Science (Psychology)  

University of Southern Queensland, Toowoomba  

  

Australian Health Practitioner Registration #PSY0000946279 (To check online registration information go to:   http://www.psychologyboard.gov.au/ )                 

Provider Number: 1043901K                                  

Medicare Provider Number: 2571812A  

 

Retreats in Bali

Retreats in Bali   

*Journey to Your Soul (April 3-8, 2012)   

If you want to become aligned with your soul and fulfil your highest purpose, then this is the workshop for you! Has your life been so focussed on others that you have lost touch with the deepest part of yourself: your soul? Would you like to re-connect and make peace with this part of you? Do you sense you need healing and cleansing of some old patterns, behaviours or memories?  

*Manifesting Your Dreams (April 16-22, 2012)   

Is there a dream bursting to come alive within you? Have you wanted to do something, complete a project or manifest something big in your life but not known how to start the birthing process? This workshop will empower you to manifest the dreams within your heart. Even if you don't fully know what these dreams are, the workshop will help you to listen to the still small voice within and find the passion that has always been there, often suppressed and forgotten.  

Marathon Therapy

Marathon Therapy in Bali   

An Intensive 6 days. Three hours of therapy per day. That’s 18 sessions of therapy in 6 days.   

Imagine staying in a relaxing, serene environment, no phones, no family responsibilities, no obligations, no work commitments. Then imagine having one-on-one sessions with a professional therapist (Psychologist) to help break through the issues that have been blocking your happiness and success. You can choose to have 1 hour in the morning and 2 hours in the late afternoon or visa versa. It’s your choice. After therapy sessions, you can relax by a pool, go for a swim or snorkel, or have a massage or pedicure. It’s up to you. It’s all about seeking your inner guidance, finding yourself again and clearing and cleansing your total being: body, mind and soul.