The importance of using qualified therapists

I have just watched the ABC's 4 Corners program on the proudly unqualified and untrained therapist in W.A. who has abused the sacred trust of the therapeutic relationship, by planting supposed 'lost memories' through his own unique (thank the gods no one else uses it) style of therapy????

Besides the initial repulsion of this form of abuse, it brings to mind the, the importance of seeking help only from a professional, qualified and registered counsellor/therapist. Introduced mid last year specifically to try and minimise theses types of situations was the Australian Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (ARCAP) which I am proudly registered with (ARCAP Reg. No. 8250).

We would not trust our physical health and well being to a backyard untrained surgeon, nor should we trust untrained, unqualified so called therapists.

I fully encourage and support everyone to ask their therapist/counsellor what qualifications and experience they have. Shop around - your well being is valuable.

Here is a handy hint to kick the stress out of your day.

Stress KILLS!!!

I can not stress this more (pun intended)

We live in a world that is getting more and more stressed. The stresses of working longer and harder. The stress of trying to earn more and more money to pay for the ever increasing expenses of today's world. Family and relationship break-ups. Worries about international terrorism.....stress, stress, stress......

If your sick of stress (and stress cause a lot of sickness) then here is a little gift from me to you.

The One Minute Meditation

Find somewhere peaceful and quiet. You might want to sit under a tree or sit in your favourite couch. Close your eyes if you want.

Tell yourself this: “For the next one minute, I am not going to worry about anything and I am not going be bothered by anything.”
Try to be free of all inner and outer conflicts for one minute. Try not to think about any worries, pressures, stress or pains. Give yourself this one minute as a holiday gift!

This is a powerful intervention. Can you be free from inner conflict for one minute? See what hinders your attitude to be worry free for one minute. If you can be peaceful and free from anxiety for one minute then you can do it for two minutes and then more.