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Helen Pynta completed her Bachelor of Social Work at La Trobe University in 1997. She has a Graduate Diploma in Gerontology. Helen obtained a Masters in Clinical Family Therapy from La Trobe University in 2009 and is a Mental Health Accredited Social Worker.
Helen is an experienced psychotherapist with over 15 years experience in counselling and has vast experience in a variety of different mental health settings including hospitals, community health and private practice.
Helen specialises in CBT but uses a number of different therapeutic techniques addressing a wide range of conditions including greif and loss, depression and anxiety disorders.
Helen's areas of expertise include couples, families, EAP, chronic illness, disability and carers, greif/ loss, depression, anxiety, older adults and dementia.
Please phone 02 6021 3555 to make an appointment or contact Helen on her email helenpynta@gmail.com
Glenn Chuck works with children and adolescents through to young adults. He has 13 years experience working with youth across varied settings, including state and private primary and secondary schools, public health (CAMHS) and private practice.
Glenn is confident working with the full range of youth mental health concerns including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, behavioural difficulties, learning difficulties, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders and Eating Disorders. Although extensive 1:1 counselling is undertaken, parents are included and informed at every step, whilst respecting client confidentiality when requested.
Glenn is skilled in achieving quick and genuine rapport with youth and parents. His approach is down to earth with a focus on provision of clear and practical strategies and approaches to improve outcomes. Utilisation of I-Pad’s and information technology is incorporated in therapy to increase engagement.
Please phone 02 6021 3555 to make an appointment or contact Glenn on his email gchuck@thegardensmedical.com.au
Bernadette is a registered Psychologist and full member of the Australian Psychological Society.
Bernadette is an approved NSW Workcover provider, Medicare Provider, peri-natal counsellor and a trained Mediator with experience in workplace and community disputes. She provides assessment and treatment of depression, anxiety, regulating emotions, trauma, grief, positive health behaviours and workplace issues including mediation. She also has a special interest in the treatment of chronic pain management.
Bernadette’s treatment approaches are evidence based including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Psycho-education, Mindfulness, Relaxation and Meditation. Bernadette works with adolescents and adults.
Bernadette also provides testing services in Cognitive, Educational Assessments & Reports. Please note that Medicare does not provide rebates for testing services. A separate fee schedule is available.
Bernadette holds an Executive Masters of Public Administration from the University of Melbourne; Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Honours) from Charles Sturt University; Graduate Diploma of Psychology from Charles Sturt University and Bachelor of Arts from James Cook University.
Alison Fuller started at GMG in May 2018.
Alison is a Registered Psychologist and full member of the Australian Psychological Society.
Alison’s warm, engaging and supportive approach helps promote a trusting and secure environment for her clients.
Alison has a background in teaching and school counselling and has significant experience in Child and Adolescent Mental Health. Alison also holds a Graduate Certificate in Developmental Trauma through the Australian Childhood Foundation. Alison has completed the Perinatal Non-Directive Counselling Training that allows her to provide non-directive counselling to clients experiencing pregnancy related concerns in accordance with the requirements for items on the Medicare Benefits Schedule.
Alison has a particular interest in working with adolescent and adult clients who may be experiencing psychological distress as a result of anxiety, panic, depression, stress, loss and grief. Alison’s approach to treatment is collaborative, adapted to individual needs and based on empirical evidence. Alison draws on a range of techniques including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Brief Therapy to assist clients to achieve and sustain change within a collaborative and supportive environment.
Border Sports Medicine
Dr Radley Steel works at The Gardens Suites Level 4
Dr Radley Steel having founded and run a highly successful multidisciplinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Centre in Sydney from 1988 to 2002, Radley succumbed to the lure of North East Victoria to indulge in his passions for fly-fishing, skiing and wine.
Since 2003, his life in the North East is now fully taken up with providing Sports Medicine services to the people of Albury -Wodonga, tending the family vineyard, and the odd bit of fishing and skiing.
Qualifications: Post Grad Dip Sports Medicine, UNSW, 2008 Grad Cert Sports Medicine, RACGP/ASMF, 1986 MBBS, UNSW, 1981
Memberships of Professional Associations: Sports Doctors Australia Sports Medicine Australia
SERVICES Dr Radley Steel is able to optimise patient outcomes through: Early accurate injury diagnosis Identifying underlying causes of injury Tailoring comprehensive and evidence based treatment programs Rapid access to up to date diagnostic and treatment service providers Acute Sports Injury Clinics
The three key benefits to patients are:
The right diagnosis and the right treatment, the first time Identification of correctable training errors or biomechanical faults, to prevent the problem recurring Up to date, evidence based, effective diagnostic and treatment protocols Some of the most common patient complaints include: Foot pain, Ankle pain, Calf pain, Knee pain, Thigh pain, Shoulder pain, Upper limb, Neck and Back pain.
For an appointment please call The Gardens Suites on 6058 6106.
Dr Michael Thomas along with Midwife Belinda Andrews and Wendy Bakic run the Pregnancy Clinic every Tuesday at The Gardens Suites Level 4.
Belinda Andrews
Belinda Andrews has over 14 years experience at Albury Wodonga Health Maternity. She is employed as an Midwifery Educator and works across birth suite, special care nursery and the antenatal/postnatal floor. Qualifications held by Belinda include Registered Nurse, Registered Midwife, Antenatal Educator, Accredited pap smear provider and an Endorsed Midwife. Being an endorsed midwife means that Belinda is able to write pathology, ultrasound forms, prescribe medications within her state formularly and also referral of patients to Obstetricians and Paeditricians. She is able to care for you whilst you are pregnant and for the first 6 weeks in your postnatal period. Belinda is a mother of 2 and has a passion for quality midwifery care and providing women with choice for their antenatal/postnatal journey.
Wendy Bakic
Wendy Bakic is a registered nurse, a registered midwife, a nurse immuniser and an Endorsed midwife. Being an Endorsed midwife allows Wendy to provide medicare funded care, order tests and ultrasounds relating to pregnancy, birth and the newborn period. It also allows her to prescribe certain medications and refer women and babies to obstetricians and paediatricians as needed.
Pregnancy Education Classes
Education classes run every Tuesday. The classes are a 90minute individual assessment and education class for women to discuss pregnancy, delivery and postnatal issues. This is a great oppurtunity to ask those questions and develop your birth plan. Any pregnant woman beyond 20 weeks gestation is eligible for these classes. These classes are billed directly to Medicare, with no out of pocket costs.
Midwife Clinic
A private midwife clinic with our Midwifes Belinda Andrews and Wendy Bakic is available (for pregnant women who are assessed as low-risk) for your visits throughout your pregnancy, without needing to involve a Doctor (except for a few "milestone" visits, or if complications develop).
All appointments can be made by calling 02 6058 6125.
Myotherapist and former Geological Technician
Country NSW born, Jenny was awarded a traineeship at the end of secondary school for Science (Geology & Chemistry) and became the Commonwealth of Australia’s first female Geological Technician. In 1977, Jenny received the Zonta Club Award (for outstanding performance by a woman undertaking studies dominated by men). Two years later she completed the Diploma in Gemmology. It was a fantastic time of discoveries in many diverse Australian environments. Jenny moved with her husband and children to Melbourne in the late 1990’s. After settling, Jenny switched her career to Myotherapy (Remedial Massage) as it gave her good flexibility and important family time. Jenny established her own business: Bayside Muscle Care and quickly gained a steady clientele from the Melbourne Bayside suburbs. Jenny has integrated a special interest in assisting people who suffer from aches and pains either from work habits, injuries and accidents or from sporting activities. In 2014, Jenny based her work within the framework of True Health Solutions (formally Bayside Community Chiropractor), where she is available by appointment in conjunction with home visits. Jenny has worked closely as the Myotherapist for the VicMetro under 16 Mens’ Basketball and Dandenong Ranges Basketball Teams and the last 10 years, the Victorian Karate Team. When available, she volunteers as Myotherapist to the Australian Karate Federation Team for National and International events. She is also a supporter to the Hampton Central Cricket Club. Myotherapy is the care of a muscle imbalance within the body (and treats soft tissue, the facia, ligaments and muscles to prevent pain and reduced joint movement.)
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