Each year 1 in 5 Australians experience some form of psychological difficulty, whether it be in the form of anxiety, depression or other problems. Even more people experience everyday problems and stresses such as job loss, relationship problems or loss of a loved one and find it hard to cope.

Sometimes people put off getting help with things they have difficulties coping with, or psychological problems such as depression and anxiety.

However, studies have shown that by the year 2020, depression alone is predicted to be one of the world’s greatest health problems. Studies have also found that two thirds of people needing psychological intervention do not seek counselling.

At Advantage Psychology our qualified psychologists see clients with a wide variety of presenting issues, from everyday struggles and problems to psychological disorders. We offer evidence-based, effective assessment and treatment designed to assist you to deal with everyday problems and psychological disorders.

It is important to recognise the signs that you may need professional help and support before things spiral and get worse. Here are some signs you can look out for which may indicate you may benefit from our assistance:

• Teary
• Lack motivation
• Loss of interest in things you used to enjoy
• Reduced socializing
• Easily upset or irritable
• Low mood
• Fatigue
• Excessive worrying
• Avoidance of situations
• Increased consumption of drugs or alcohol
• Difficulties sleeping or sleeping excessively
• Relationship problems
• Panic attacks
• Risk taking behaviour
• Difficulty coping at work
• Difficulty coping with a loss

We conduct a thorough assessment and can provide treatment for the following problems:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Panic attacks
• Post traumatic stress
• Stress management
• Low motivation
• Relationship problems
• Grief and loss
• Pain management
• Low self-esteem and low self-confidence
• Anger management
• Drug and alcohol issues
• Self Harm
• Bipolar disorder
• Post natal depression
• Obsessive compulsive disorder
• Phobias
• Adjustment disorder
• Sleep problems
• Rehabilitation and Worker’s Compensation issues
• Family therapy
• Anger management
• Bulimia Nervosa