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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 6058 6175 to make an appointment or email Level4@thegardensmedical.com.au
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 6058 6175 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.
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Please phone 6058 6175 for an appointment or email Level4@thegardensmedical.com.au
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 6109 or email gsuites@thegardensmedical.com.au
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.)
Please phone 6058 6109 to make an appointment or email gsuites@thegardensmedical.com.au
Jennifer (hang) Liu graduated in Deakin University of Bachelor of nursing, she also graduated in RMIT university of Master degree of Acupuncture in 2011. She will complete the second Master degree of Herbal Medicine in RMIT university at the end of 2020. She has more than ten years of nursing working experience and practices acupuncture since 2011 in different Chinese Medicine Clinics in Melbourne. In 2019 she completed intense training in Chinese Medicine Hospital of Nan Jing University in China. She will apply Chinese Medicine combined with western medicine to give patients treatment in order to improve your health, reach and maintain balanced health physically and mentally. Jennifer Liu specializes in pain management such as neck pain, shoulder pain, elbow pain, back pain and knee pain. She is really interested in gynaecology such as period pain, infertility and IVF support and stress management.
Our service includes: · Acupuncture, Acupressure, Ear acupuncture, Electro acupuncture, Cupping therapy. · Herbal medicine
Price List: · Consultation +Acupuncture $90 · Cupping $40 · Pensioner 10 % discount · CSU students and staff 10% discount · Rebate may be available to claim through your health fund
Working hours: Monday and Wednesday 9:30am-2pm.
Daniel Searle is a physiotherapist who grew up on a dairy farm outside the rural town of Barham in the South West Riverina. Daniel moved to Albury in 2007 to commence his study at charles Sturt University and has stayed here ever since.
Daniel is one of the inaugural Pain Revolution Local Pain Educators. Since 2018, he has been providing pain education to health professionals and general public within his community. Daniel initialised and co-facilitates a monthly interdisciplinary pain collective in Albury with Psychologist Bernadette Hurley.
Daniel lost the majority of his sight at 16 due to a rare genetic condition but believes that rather than being a disability it gives him a unique perspective on understanding and appreciating people with ongoing medical conditions such as pain.
Daniel is passionate about the role of education in health care
Danae started at the Garden’s Medical Centre in July 2020.
Danae is a registered psychologist and a full member of the Australian Psychology Society.
Danae has a background in school counselling and has over 10 years experience in providing mental health and wellbeing support to children, adolescents and their parents/carers.
Danae has a particular interest in working with young people (15 years and over) and adults who may be experiencing psychological distress as a result of anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, stress, loss and grief.
Danae utilises a holistic approach to mental health and wellbeing. She draws on a range of techniques including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Behaviour Activation to assist clients to achieve and sustain positive changes and to reach their treatment goals. Danae’s approach to treatment is collaborative, adapted to individual needs and based on empirical evidence.
Danae has a keen interest in relationships and is currently completing “Level 1 Clinical Training – Gottman Method Couples Therapy”.
Please phone The Gardens on 6058 6175 to book an appointment.
Jade Winter is a provisionally registered psychologist with experience working with adolescents, adults, and families. Jade has worked across many settings including Community Services and the Independent Education Sector.
Jade graduated from Charles Sturt University with Class 1 Honours and was included on the Executive Dean’s List for 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019. She is extremely passionate about gender equality, and works within a feminist framework.
Jade is trained in areas of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Jade enjoys reading, Pilates, and playing with her dogs.
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