Mental Health Care
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Clinical Support & Counselling
Compassionate and Holistic Care
Veronique, founder of Exploring Minds, is a Credentialed Mental Health Nurse with 15 years’ experience in the field. Her commitment to a person-centred approach underscores her dedication to empowering clients to take charge of their own well-being.
By integrating her understanding of both physical and mental health, along with evidence based therapeutic approaches like CBT and DBT, Veronique offers a comprehensive approach to care. She recognises the direct connection between physical and mental well-being, guiding clients towards making meaningful changes in both areas for optimal outcomes.
A Safe and Supportive Space
As a trauma-informed care educator, Veronique's insights into the impact of early childhood experiences on long-term outcomes, enables her to implement a trauma informed framework. Veronique ensures that clients feel safe and supported throughout their healing journey.
Veronique’s easy going and non-judgmental approach, assists in her ability to connect with people of all ages, from teenagers, through to older adults.
Focus Areas
Exploring Minds’ clinical support and counselling service focuses on the following areas:
Holistic mental health care
Comprehensive mental health assessment
Single Session Family Consultation
Physical health assessment and goal setting
Solution-focused counselling
Lifestyle change coaching
Support for perinatal emotional health (Solihull Approach)
Children and adolescent emotional and mental health
Assistance with communication with healthcare providers and advocating for your own needs
Up to date education about physical health, mental health and medication
How To Book
Contact Veronique to discuss your counselling needs and book an appointment.
Perinatal Support
Veronique offers comprehensive support services for individuals navigating the emotional journey of pregnancy, miscarriage, birth, and parenthood. As a mother herself, she intimately understands the challenges and joys that come with these experiences. Her passion for perinatal emotional health stems from recognising the unique experiences that individuals can face during this period of transition.
Veronique acknowledges that the journey to parenthood can be an emotional rollercoaster, filled with highs, lows, and everything in between. She understands that it truly takes a village to raise a child and is committed to providing a supportive community for her clients.
It's essential to Veronique that mothers receive the attention and care they require during this time, as they often find themselves overlooked while the focus shifts to the baby. It is estimated that up to 1 in 5 women experience anxiety and/or depression during pregnancy or following birth, highlighting the importance of prioritising maternal mental health.
Trained in the Solihull approach, Veronique focuses on harnessing the strengths of parents to cultivate strong and meaningful connections between parents and their babies. She recognizes the pivotal role that a mother's mental health plays in the family dynamic and takes a non-judgmental approach to listening to her clients' needs and goals. Veronique works collaboratively with individuals to help them achieve their desired outcomes and navigate the challenges they may encounter along the way.
Veronique offers a range of support options, including telehealth, video consultations, and face-to-face visits, depending on the client's location and preferences. To explore the support options available and begin the journey towards enhanced emotional well-being during the perinatal period, individuals are encouraged to reach out to Veronique directly.
We need to take care of our mental health in much the same way as we take care of our physical health. Sometimes, simple self-care practices like getting enough sleep, engaging in enjoyable activities, or connecting with friends and family can significantly improve our mental well-being.
However, there are times when seeking support from a mental health professional is necessary, just as you would visit a doctor for physical ailments. There is no shame in this. On the contrary, it takes strength and courage to reach out and talk to someone about how you’re feeling, and what you’re thinking.
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Investment
Comprehensive Mental Health Assessment: $180 (80min)
Includes a thorough mental health assessment and journey planning session.Single Telehealth Consultation Fee: $140 (50min)
In-Clinic Single Session Fee: $160 (50min)
How To Book
Veronique offers a free initial phone call or video appointment for new clients, typically lasting between 5 to 10 minutes. During this session, you'll have the opportunity to meet Veronique, discuss your needs, and assess whether there's a good rapport between you and Veronique. If it is felt that there may be a better support option available, Veronique will assist by guiding you in an alternative direction. This ensures that you receive the most appropriate care and support possible.
Further consultations are conducted via telehealth.
To learn more, or book an appointment, contact Veronique.
About Veronique
Veronique is a highly experienced credentialed mental health nurse, with a Masters of Mental Health Nursing and over 15 years of diverse expertise in a variety of mental health care settings.
Her easy going and approachable nature fosters meaningful connections with clients across age groups, backgrounds, and diverse mental health concerns.
Veronique understands the importance of rapport and connection between the clinician and the client for successful and meaningful counselling and mental health support.
Frequent Questions
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No, you do not require a GP referral or a mental health plan to see Veronique. However, Veronique does encourage communication with GPs to ensure continuity of care.
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If you are under the age of 18 years old and living at home, parental consent is required.
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Veronique prioritises the confidentiality of client information, adhering strictly to professional standards. Confidentiality may only be breached in cases of imminent safety risks or upon court-ordered requests. Veronique commits to transparent communication with clients, discussing any potential breaches beforehand and disclosing only essential information when necessary, ensuring the utmost respect for privacy and trust.
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Exploring Minds services, while not eligible for a Medicare rebate at present, offer valuable support at competitive rates, potentially more affordable than seeing a psychologist even with a Medicare rebate. Though the ACMHN continues to advocate for Medicare rebates for credentialed mental health nurses, Veronique ensures accessibility to quality care, while attempting to keep it at affordable costs.
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Veronique's client-centred approach ensures flexibility in the number of sessions, without any predetermined cap. Since her service is not funded, the frequency and duration of sessions are determined collaboratively between Veronique and her clients, allowing for personalised care tailored to individual needs and goals.
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While Veronique is unable to prescribe medication, her expertise as a mental health nurse allows her to offer comprehensive medication education and facilitate communication with general practitioners regarding medication management. By providing valuable insights and support in this aspect of treatment, Veronique ensures that her clients receive holistic care that addresses both their mental health needs and medication-related concerns.
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Absolutely, NDIS clients are welcome to seek support from Veronique. While she may not be a registered NDIS provider, she has experience working with NDIS clients and can assist by writing support letters and collaborating with NDIS coordinators as needed. Veronique strives to ensure that individuals receiving NDIS support receive the necessary assistance and advocacy to navigate their mental health journey effectively.
