Published on 26 February 2025
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This edition presents the key findings from the 2024 ACA Counsellor Workforce Consensus, an article about the challenges and initiatives of introducing counselling services in war-torn Myanmar and the opportunity for collaboration, an interview with Dr Dawn Macintyre, a specialist in chronic pain counselling and educator, and a peer review article on enhancing counselling support for families of individuals with disabilities in Fiji.
19 articles from this collection:
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Table of contents EMAG 1.3
Editorial
This edition presents the key findings from the 2024 ACA Counsellor Workforce Consensus, an article about the challenges and initiatives of introducing counselling services in war-torn Myanmar and the opportunity for collaboration, an interview with Dr Dawn Macintyre, a specialist in chronic pain counselling and educator, and a peer review article on enhancing counselling support for families of individuals with disabilities in Fiji.
Mental Health Events Calendar 2025
Events calendar March to June 2025
2024 ACA Counsellor Workforce Census: Key Findings
This Census provides valuable insights into the demographics, employment profiles, qualifications, earnings, specializations, and motivations within the Australian counselling workforce.
Introducing Counselling in a War-torn Country: Perspectives from Myanmar
The document is about the challenges and initiatives of introducing counselling services in war-torn Myanmar, including the impact of the military junta, efforts to improve mental health, and opportunities for collaboration with the Australian Counselling Association.
What is the Meaning of Pain?
Interview with Dr. Dawn Macintyre, a chronic pain behaviourist and clinical counsellor, discussing the complexities of living with chronic pain and the importance of language, validation, and therapeutic approaches in managing it.
Understanding Changing Themes in Children’s Therapy: A Counsellor’s Perspective
Understanding the changing themes in children’s therapy: A Counsellor’s perspective.
Contract Law at the Turning Point of a Profession
Contracts are everywhere in counselling. From their role in governing the discreet transaction of providing a service, to meeting legal regulatory requirements around consent, data storage and privacy.
Counselling Effectiveness and the Therapeutic Alliance
Integrating Cultural Sensitivity and Information Technology
The current study assesses the degree of social work intervention for families with disabled individuals in Fiji and its inf risk of cultural beliefs and practices as well as the incorporation of IT in the delivery of these services.
Engaging the Soul
The document explores the integration of spirituality in counselling practice, particularly in the context of Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD), to support clients and families facing end-of-life decisions.
The Gifts We Give Ourselves: A Story of Healing and Professional Transformation
Counselling Perspective, healing, professional transformation
Q&A Profile for Counselling Australia Magazine
Internal Family Systems, LGBTIQA+, Pathological Demand Avoidance, ADHD
Book Review: Living With Chronic Pain
The document is a book review of "Living with chronic pain" by Dr Dawn Macintyre, discussing the author's personal experiences and insights on managing chronic pain.
Book Review: A Monster Named Zee
Child anxiety, coping tools
Book Review: Self-Care Workbook and Planning Card Set
Aimed at promoting mindfulness, holistic practices, and emotional regulation. They offer both therapists and their clients a practical, hands-on approach to exploring self-awareness, healing, and personal growth.
Book Review: Rewire Your Anxious Brain
Written with a dual focus on the amygdala and cortical pathways, this book not only demystifies the neurobiological underpinnings of anxiety but also equips readers with actionable strategies for long-term resilience. For psychotherapists and counsellors, this book is a valuable resource for both professional development and practical client intervention.
Book Review: Creating a meaningful life.
Invaluable insights for anyone seeking to understand the essence of a purposeful existence.
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