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Helen Handsjuk

Your registered psychologist in Geelong

March 19 2016

If talking to friends, family or your partner doesn’t seem to be helping anymore or you feel too embarrassed and like they wouldn’t understand, then it’s time to see a registered psychologist in Geelong. Withdrawing from the people closest to you is a sign it’s time to seek help. When you’re going through a tough…

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Helen Handsjuk

Sexual counselling in Geelong addresses erectile dysfunction

February 19 2016

Erectile dysfunction; it’s a common issue affecting one in five men over the age of 40*. Of course it’s not just an issue affecting established males, it can affect younger men in their 20s and 30s too. Sexual counselling addresses underlying causes of erectile dysfunction, which can include anxiety, depression, general fears and everyday stresses….

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Helen Handsjuk

Sex psychologist in Geelong addresses the impact of low libido

January 20 2016

Many people experience low libido at some stage in life, it is not uncommon. Low libido can be caused by stress, lack of sleep, lack of connection to your partner and more. The impact of low libido can be a decrease in relationship satisfaction. If you’ve stopped having sex or constantly feel too tired or stressed…

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Geelong’s corporate counselling services cover mindfulness

December 9 2015

Why a positive culture is the most important thing your workplace should foster. The Harvard Business Review has published research and statistics that demonstrate why fostering a positive culture at your workplace is so important. While drawing on data in the US, we anticipate Australia’s statistics wouldn’t look terribly different! And it makes sense, doesn’t it….

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Helen Handsjuk

Psychology and the Environment

August 18 2015

We may ask what do the two have in common between our mental, emotional and physical well-being and the environment in which we live. For the purpose of this brief discussion I would like to define environment as the natural environment; the air we breathe, water we consume, the land and earth which offers us…

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Helen Handsjuk

Reflections on Mother’s Day

May 11 2015

I thought I would share some personal reflections. I commenced today with a beautiful and thoughtful greeting card from my two adult children, followed by a breakfast of croissants and coffee. A couple of hours further into the day, I was strongly impressed to similarly acknowledge my gratitude to my late mother, Marsha and her…

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Helen Handsjuk

The Interrelationship Between Neuroscience, Psychology and Mindfulness.

March 17 2015

I recently attended a wonderful workshop on the neuroscience of the social brain facilitated by Dr. Pieter Rossouw from Queensland University. As a practitioner it is exciting to witness scientific revelations that offer greater understanding and therefore clinical application for psychological interventions- e.g. C.B.T. psychodynamic therapy, neuropsychotherapy and mindfulness. Our sense of safety followed by…

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Helen Handsjuk

Bringing Mindfulness to Life in 2015

January 18 2015

Broome in WA was a perfect ground for my seminar last year and perfect introduction to mindfulness basics. Nature in her raw form offers ample opportunity and encouragement for connection to the elements. Via our senses we connect and rediscover the ebb and flow of our own rhythm and life. Stress and fears dissipate, opening…

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Helen Handsjuk

Booking details: Educational talk on mindfulness in Broome

September 3 2014

Please click on the image above to view full PDF version. Bookings are now open for this community talk on mindfulness in Broome on 26th September, commencing at 10am – 12pm. Places are limited so please book early. The venue is Broome Community House at 27 Frederick Street in Broome, Western Australia. It will cover…

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Helen Handsjuk

Mindfulness stripped back to basics – Broome

July 9 2014

On the 26th of September this year, I am presenting a talk in Broome, Western Australia about mindfulness. The talk is titled “Mindfulness stripped back to basics”. The talk will present the basic concepts and benefits with some practical tools which you can use to implement mindfulness in your daily life. Mindfulness will be explored…

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