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- About usAt CatalystBreakthru, we have a team of well qualified and experienced coaches and mental health professionals. We would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to our directors. Say hello to Pedro and Emmaline: Pedro Diaz BSW, MAASW Pedro knows full well what it is to live with a mental illness. For over 10 years Pedro suffered from bipolar disorder. He knows what it feels like to wake up in the morning with a feeling of dread and hopelessness. To hear your children’s laughter as they play and not be able to share in their joy. This was Pedro’s reality for more than 10 years. These, and many experiences alike, have shaped his passion into what it is today. The past 20 years of Pedro’s life have been devoted to the development of people in both a personal development and therapeutic capacity. He has worked extensively with individuals keen on developing themselves, as well as those suffering from mental illness. Pedro has extensive experience in working with people. He is a very experienced and effective therapist and coach who loves seeing people transform not only their lives but the lives of others. Pedro is as experienced a trainer as he is a practitioner, equally at home in front of a group as he is one-on-one. Pedro is considered by many as one of Australia’s leading recovery specialists. In his work with Mental Health organisations, he has lead the design and implementation of innovative and results oriented programs. These programs have managed to attract funding and positive attention. In addition to having a Bachelor of Social Work, Pedro is a Collaborative Recovery Model Trainer, a trainer of the Mental Health First Aid, a Neuro-Linguistic Programming Trainer and a Certified Ericksonian Hypnotherapist. Pedro is also a Visiting Fellow at the University of Wollongong, and Field Educator for the Australian Catholic University. Emi Golding BSc(Hons Psych)/BArts, Assoc MAPS Emi leads a team of over thirty recovery coaches for a well-respected NSW Mental Health organisation. Starting her career at the front line as a support worker years ago, Emi has seen firsthand the pain and despair that affects people with a mental illness. Her interest and passion lies in helping people recover and in equipping mental health workers with the tools to assist people’s recovery efforts. Emi is a registered psychologist, an associate member of the Australian Psychological Society, accredited coach, and a certified Timeline therapist. Emi also leads our psychological practice, based in Sydney, Australia. Emi believes that in therapy, one size does not fit all. Adopting an eclectic approach to her psychological practice, Emi often combines techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and existentialist perspectives to help clients achieve the best results. Emi is an experienced trainer, delivering workshops and training courses to numerous teams and organisations across Australia every year. Emi is also an accredited trainer of the Collaborative Recovery Model (UoW), Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management (MHCC), Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and NeuroLinguistic Programming. Call us now and find out more on (+61 2) 8033 1473.
- TherapyDay to day stresses and other life events can lead to anxiety and other troubling emotions such as stress, panic, sadness, frustration, confusion, irritability, uncertainty, feeling out of control, or just plain stuck. Sometimes you feel like you just can’t cope, and then you know it is time to seek help. We, at CatalystBreakthru, know full well the cost that this can have for your relationships, career, and general health and wellbeing. It is best to use professional guidance from time to time. Our psychologists and mental health specialists have vast experience in assisting people with a range of psychological issues such as: • Anxiety • Depression • Self Esteem • Grief and Loss • Trauma • Eating Problems • Relationship issues • Mental Illness • Drug & Alcohol Abuse All of these issues can be treated successfully today. CatalystBreakthru can help. Medicare rebates available. Contact us on (+61 2) 8033 1473 for more information.
- CoachingGive a man a fish, you have fed him for today. Teach a man to fish, you have fed him for a lifetime. (origin unknown) We couldn’t have put it better ourselves. We’re all about giving you the tools you need to create whatever it is that your heart desires – whether for yourself, your relationship or the bigger picture. You can bring about transformation in your life the like of which you’ve only ever dreamed. We help you to see who you are, discover your purpose and become connected to others in a way that will astound you. Coaching puts you in the driver’s seat. You decide what you want for your life, and how you will get there. Build confidence and self esteem Improve health and well being Discover your true life’s purpose Break through in your career Stop procrastinating and achieve your dreams. We provide coaching for individuals and groups, in both personal development and business. Our coaching processes are tailored to ensure they suit your needs perfectly, and are also available through a range of avenues; face to face, via telephone or using skype, so you can access us from anywhere in the world. Call us now on (+61 2) 8033 1473 to make an appointment.
- CorporateNavigating the mental health sector these days can be a real challenge. The bar is higher than ever before. There is a strong emphasis on client outcomes and providing evidence for what we do. Everyone from the front line to the CEO must strive for excellence. The truth is, unless you remain competitive, you will not survive. CatalystBreakthru can help you to produce the results you want for your clients and to attract more funding so you can continue doing what you do. Our consultants have over 20 years consulting, managerial and on-the-ground experience to help you achieve your business and client outcomes. Backed by our membership to relevant associations, CatalystBreakthru consultants specialise in: Creating Innovative Programs and Methodologies: We leverage best practices from diverse, relevant, and emerging trends to design custom programs, models and frameworks for addressing ongoing service delivery challenges. We provide clients with the tools required to use these frameworks on an ongoing basis. Identifying and Monitoring Emerging Mental Health Issues: We identify, analyse, and develop programs to satisfy the priorities of the Fourth National Mental Health Plan and other relevant Mental Health State and Federal Legislation. We evaluate program and organizational effectiveness as they relate to contracts, stakeholder expectations and responsiveness to changing trends. Facilitating productive and creative strategic planning, meetings, discussion & leadership forums: With your input, we develop the structure and agendas for your events and forums, while ensuring that best practice and practical principles are applied. Developing Skills and Capabilities: We develop customized, interactive and experiential training and capability development programs for governments, non-government agencies and executives. We design, support and direct training and facilitation workshops to build capacity of paid or volunteer staff regarding: • recovery focused methods and interventions • strategic planning for organisations, projects or individual departments • leadership and communication strategies • partnership development & creating and maintaining networks • marketing, program promotion and reporting • engaging the local community • project management • establishing new projects at the local, national and international level Call us now and find out more on (+61 2) 8033 1473.
- WorkshopsIt is one thing to come out of a course having had an “A-ha!”; it is quite another to keep those learnings alive over time. We use accelerated learning techniques to ensure that you get the most out of our workshops, and have a great time in the process. We have a range of training courses and workshops available, and can also design tailor made training courses to suit the specific needs of your group. Our training workshops include: The Hero’s Journey The Hero’s Journey is a two-day foray into your gaining personal power. Based on the works of Joseph Campbell, an American mythologist whose life long passion was to study myths and legends from all corners of the globe, this training takes you on a journey of self discovery. You’ll know yourself as someone who can remain masterful of how you are no matter what the universe throws your way. Imagine being not only able to be in control of your thoughts, feelings and emotions but also to influence those of others around you. The Hero’s Journey is not an intellectual exercise; it is a completely hands-on experiential course in which you are guided through your own transformational journey. Mental Health First Aid While people often know a lot about common physical health problems, there is a lack of understanding about mental health issues. Many people would not know what to do if someone approached them who was experiencing mental health problems. The Mental Health First Aid course is a 2 day workshop designed to help people provide initial support for someone with a mental health problem. Catalyst for Recovery Catalyst for Recovery is a three day workshop for both new and seasoned community and mental health workers, to hone their skills in aiding the process of recovery to mental wellness. You will end up being well-versed in the principles of recovery, and how to apply these in daily practice. We train you in how to establish a deep connection with your client, dealing with any resistance that you might encounter along the way. We talk about goal setting, the invaluable use of metaphors in recovery and the most effective motivational techniques. You will be taken through a step by step process from initial engagement of the client through assessment, intervention and eventual exit. Advanced Recovery Coaching Skills A three-day course designed for those practitioners who want to really refine what they do. We teach you elegant techniques and strategies such as how to create rapport instantly, how to motivate anyone, and ways to restructure dysfunctional states. You’ll be trained in the mechanism of change and how to manage it masterfully for others, be it individuals, small groups or organisations. 7 Steps to Creating Recovery Focussed Organisations Designed for leaders and senior management in the community services sector, this short course (1 day) delves straight to the essential steps required if organizations are to create and sustain recovery focused services and programs which comply with requirements of the Fourth National Mental Health Plan. Participants will develop a comprehensive and strategic plan to implement ‘recovery’ within their organization. Presenting With Ease Get your message out there with style and ease. Gain confidence in yourself as a public speaker. Through this hands on 3 day workshop, you will learn tools and techniques to create and deliver impressive and impactful presentations, regardless of who your audience are. We break down the components of effective public speaking, and give you both the confidence and skill set to deliver presentations or trainings which are memorable for all the right reasons! Call us now and find out more on (+61 2) 8033 1473.
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Hold your own balloon…
“He just makes so sooo angry!” “Those people at work really upset me today…” Ever heard someone say something like that? Ever said something similar yourself? A friend made a very insightful analogy the other day. She was describing how she feels when certain people in her life commented on her efforts with criticism or less appreciation than she expected. …
Three Free Gifts for this Valentine’s Day (even if you’re single!)
When it comes to your health, you get out what you put in. Right? The more you exercise the fitter you become. The more you watch your diet the healthier you become. The same applies with study or work. Why is it, when it comes to relationships, we often expect them to be wonderful, regardless of what we do? It …
Reclaim Your Power
Everything is energy. From the electricity to cook the food you eat, to the physical energy you get from eating it, to the warm friendly interaction between friends or the relationships between governments – it’s all about energy. There are many different types of energy. One example is the energy you get from eating a sandwich. Another type is energy …
Thank you for the music…
Imagine that you are a record player but you don’t know you’re a record player. You don’t know you have a play button, a turntable, a needle or speakers. You don’t know where the record starts and the music begins. In fact, you like the music so much, you actually think you are the music! When the music is happy, …
A Healthy Approach To Stress!
Stress has become a very popular complaint in our times. People are often overheard complaining about suffering stress because of this and that. So, what is ‘Stress’? Most people don’t really understand what stress is. In fact, people often use the term ‘stress’ when referring to pressure. For many, even for health professionals, pressure and stress have become synonymous. Yet, …
Top 10 Tips for your New Year Resolutions
It’s that time of year…. Christmas (and all the family, festivities and frustrations that go with it) have come and gone. What now? We start preparing for the next big thing – New Year’s celebrations! For many people, the planning doesn’t go beyond New Year’s Eve itself – where to go, who with, and what to wear…. This is a …
Let’s Talk About Sex…and Other Things
Traditionally, psychotherapy (including psychology and counselling) has focused on a person’s signs and symptoms across a range of mental, emotional, physical and social aspects of a person’s life. Their needs and issues are often spoken about in terms of broad categories such as mental, emotional, physical and social. Sadly, but unsurprisingly, two of the most important areas suffer from neglect …
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!
What a year it has been! We saw all sorts of major environmental events happening all over the world, including here at home in Australia. Queensland, and Brisbane in particular, copped a blasting from Mother Nature! That made us think about the nature of Nature. What can seem like a total disaster at one point in time, creates all sorts …
Have you heard the latest Secret?
Well, have you? Whether it’s the movie or the book, most of us have heard about the Law of Attraction or the Attractor Factor. Basically, your energy attracts ‘stuff’. Some of it good, some average and some not so good. The common explanation of this is very directional – bringing energy in. But, what about the other part of the …
People mirrors
Ever been accused of something that didn’t quite make sense? or came ‘out of left field’? Perhaps you’ve been in a conversation with a friend and out of the blue they say something like “you are so controlling!” or “you are so judgemental!” By the same token, you could be in conversation with someone and unexpectedly they might say “I …
