We are calling for abstract submissions to our Hybrid Conference held online and in Melbourne in June 2022! LAST WEEK OF SUBMISSIONS We'd love to hear what you have to share! Submissions close 05 December lnkd.in/gzQ97XTf
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So exciting! The APS, Melbourne convention centre and @MartinPakulaMP landed a global psychology conference!!
More than 5000 delegates, the International Congress of Psychology is a huge opportunity to exchange knowledge and foster excellence in standards
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Our Queensland Chair, Denise Abreu, talks to the ABC about managing our own mental health in the workplace. “Boundaries should be set as early and clearly as possible and be maintained, because of how complicated saying no in a professional context can be.”abc.net.au/everyday/naomi-os…
During the pandemic, telehealth for psychology has been a lifeline for Australians. We welcome today’s announcement that these measures will be extended under Medicare providing much needed certainty for psychologists and their clients. #telehealth#mentalhealth
Fantastic evening celebrating the last PhD in Counselling Psychology at Curtin University. Congratulations to Dr Jessica Dawkins. You did us proud! @apsccoun
Last night the College National Executive Committee met for the first time in 2021. We welcomed new members, and discussed important issues related to our profession. Planned advocacy activities and PD events. We are looking forward to seeing what we can achieve this year!
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This free, newly launched course aims to support health workers who deliver low intensity mental health services in residential aged care. Open to physiotherapists, nurses, speech pathologists and other health professionals who work in aged care. mhcareinracf.com.au/training
First meeting of the year to plan the College of Counselling Psychologists conference and PD events for the year. College members should keep an eye on their email inbox as we will be asking for your input into who would be on your wish-list of speakers.
Interesting blog about the nature of OCD as a 'maladaptive' technique to deal with uncertainty and finding collective solutions mentalhellth.substack.com/p/…
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Vic Premier Daniel Andrews has announced all allied health professionals currently operating will be able to resume routine face-to-face care, effective 11.59pm tonight. Telehealth still recommended where possible. APS will share details as they become available #victorialockdown
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APS College of Counselling Psychologists retweeted
The APS is pleased to announce that the 2020 Federal Budget includes a doubling of the number of Medicare-funded psychology sessions for all Australians regardless of location, for an initial 2 year period. This follows years of APS advocacy. More to come.
Fantastic PD opportunity: A Morning with Stephen Porges, PhD. The Emergence of a Polyvagal-Informed Therapy: Harnessing Neuroception of Safety in Clinical Treatment. Friday 18th September.
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Fantastic PD opportunity: A Morning with Stephen Porges, PhD. The Emergence of a Polyvagal-Informed Therapy: Harnessing Neuroception of Safety in Clinical Treatment. Friday 18th September.
psychology.org.au/Event/2172…
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The APS recommends psychologists continue to offer telehealth consultations where clinically appropriate, as well as wearing a level 1 or type 1 disposable surgical mask, particularly where adequate social distancing is not possible 2/2
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Are you a counselling psychologist, counselling psychology registrar, or have you completed post-graduate training in counselling psychology? If you’re a member of the College, then come and join our private Facebook group. facebook.com/groups/apsccoun…