Clear Mind Directive CMD Counselling & Consultancy Services
Autism
Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder marked by deficits in reciprocal social communication and restricted and repetitive patterns of behaviour. Our Certified Autism Spectrum Clinical Specialist is available to help
Depression is a condition in which a person feels discouraged, sad, hopeless, unmotivated, or disinterested in life in general for more than two weeks and when the feelings interfere with daily activities.
Relationships
Relationship counselling can offer a couple time and space to reflect on their patterns of behaviour and to help them understand why they feel and respond the way they do
We offer a comprehensive program for BPD that includes individual sessions a group therapy
We offer therapy groups:
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness and Creative Expression
Hello, I'm Cynthia
I am the founder of Clear Mind Directive CMD Counselling Services. I take the whole approach to well-being. I believe that to heal the mind, we need to focus on the whole person.
I will guide and assist you in connecting with other agencies if needed, while focusing on your psychosocial and emotional well-being.
I have 17 years of experience working as a Clinical therapist/counsellor, a Mental Health Practitioner, and a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. I've worked in both the private and government health sectors. Previously, I worked in the education sector. I have worked in primary, secondary, and tertiary education for 10 years. I have worked with children from kindergarten to year 12 as an educator and support officer/counsellor. In tertiary education, I was a career guidance counsellor and educational support coordinator. This experience has provided me with a comprehensive understanding of the lifespan and developmental needs of children and adults.
I have lived in Western Australia all my life and moved to the beautiful coastal City of Rockingham 34 years ago to raise my three children. They are all adults and have given me four wonderful, mischievous grandchildren. I am a proud, diverse, and cultured woman, Irish/Scottish on my mother's side and First Nations on my father's.
My life experience is not limited to my chosen field or career. I have lived experience as a carer for family and friends. I was raised by my grandmother in a 3-bedroom Dept. Housing, which had up to 10 family members living there at any time. Although my grandmother was a strict disciplinarian, she was also incredibly caring and compassionate, instilling in me the belief that I should pursue my dreams regardless of others' opinions.
It's this compassion, love, and strength I work with when guiding others.
Areas of therapeutic skills are:
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) – Research has proven that this therapy works well with those suffering from anxiety and depression
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) – DBT focuses on mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation. DBT was initially designed to treat people with suicidal behaviours and borderline personality disorders. However, it has been adapted for other mental health problems that threaten a person's safety, relationships, work, and emotional well-being.
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08 9505 6004 or 0460 659 893
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