Mind–Body Health Consultation
A focused consultation with a clinical psychologist, mental health epidemiologist and university researcher exploring the psychological dimensions of physical health. You do not need to commit to ongoing psychotherapy to discuss a specific health-related concern.
When a focused consultation may help
Living with a cardiac or metabolic condition, facing persistent symptoms, or adjusting to new health information can be demanding even without a mental health diagnosis. A consultation offers space to make sense of the psychological part of that experience and identify practical next steps.
Areas of focus
- Cardiovascular symptoms, heart-related worry and adjustment following cardiac illness
- Diabetes distress, glucose-monitoring anxiety, and the emotional burden of self-management
- Metabolic health, stress, motivation, behaviour change and chronic illness
- Persistent physical symptoms, symptom-related uncertainty and bodily vigilance
What happens in the appointment?
We clarify your main concern, explore the interaction between physical symptoms, emotions, attention and behaviour, and discuss possible coping strategies or further support. One consultation may be sufficient for a focused question; some people prefer a short series.
How is this different from psychological therapy?
Mind–Body Health Consultation is focused psychological guidance around a defined concern. Psychological therapy is a more structured clinical treatment for psychological difficulties that may require continuing sessions. A consultation is not a diagnostic medical opinion, medical treatment, or a substitute for appropriate psychotherapy or medical follow-up.