Welcome to our world of unique and personalised Mental Health Support! We place your well-being at the forefront. Our distinct mission is to provide accessible, empathetic care to those navigating mental health challenges. Through personalised mental health counselling, we create a nurturing and supportive environment for individuals to delve into their emotions and cultivate coping strategies.
Our team of experienced counsellors specialises in addressing a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression and stress management. Whether you’re seeking individual therapy or group sessions, we’re here to guide you toward healing and self-discovery.
At Takes Care Specialist Center, we understand the importance of destigmatising mental health and promoting open dialogue. That’s why we offer a range of resources, from informative articles to community events, to foster a culture of understanding and acceptance.
Take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow by exploring our Mental Health Support services today.
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Signs that Indicate that You May Need to See a Psychiatrist or Psychologist
Signs that Indicate that You May Need to See a Psychiatrist or Psychologist Even though experiencing a mental health condition is quite common, with nearly one fifth of the population having some form of disorder, the term “mental illness” is still scary to many people. Unfortunately, the reason for the observed apprehension is because there…
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Jargons used in NDIS
When applying for NDIS services, navigating through the maze of information can be daunting for many people. To take full advantage of what NDIS may be able to offer you and your loves ones, in addition to having access to the correct information, an understanding of the jargons that are used by NDIS is important as…
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Jargons used in Psychiatry and Psychology
To provide that extra support, Takes Care Specialist Centre’s blogs have covered important topics, such as whether to see a psychologist or psychiatrist (Psychiatrist or Psychologist: Which One?) and how to prepare for your first psychiatry appointment (10 Tips for Preparing for Your First Psychiatry Appointment). Another tool that may assist you in this journey is knowledge of…
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5 Tips for Improving Mental Health in Senior Citizens
The key to healthy ageing is having an active retirement, where both body and mind are stimulated. See below our 5 tips for maintaining good mental health and wellbeing. 1. Play Mind Games Just as your muscles need exercise to keep health and fit, your brain needs stimulation to stay sharp and avoid cognitive decline. …
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Mental Healthcare with Ageing
Mental Healthcare with Ageing According to the World Health Organisation, having good mental health is when you can: • Cope with the normal stresses of life; • Work productively; • Realise your potential; and • Contribute to the community. Mental Health in the Elderly As we age, major life changes can lead to loss of…
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Stress Management
What is Stress? Stress is the body’s response to demands or threats. For example, when under threat, your adrenal glands make the fight or flight hormones to assist you to get you out a threatening situation. In addition to helping you to get out of a threatening situation, a certain amount of stress in our…
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Depression
Everyone has had experiences of being sad sometimes in life. These are common feelings that are part of life. However, not everyone who is sad can be diagnosed with depression and need to receive counselling. Depression is a serious mental illness. People with depression feel the sad and gloomy feeling much more intensely and for…
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10 Tips for Preparing for Your First Psychiatry Appointment
For many people, the decision to make their first psychiatry appointment can be quite overwhelming and emotional. Such feelings can be amplified if you have also experienced social isolation. These feeling are quite normal. To assist with managing these feeling and having a productive consult with your psychiatrist, the following tips to prepare and know…
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Description of Telehealth and its Benefits
Our Brisbane-based psychiatrists and psychologists have been providing consults through telehealth to regional areas for over 6 years. Below, we have provided a brief overview, describing the use of telehealth in psychiatry and psychology, key requirements and benefits of utilising telehealth. Telehealth Description Requirements of Organising Successful Telehealth Sessions Benefits of Telehealth If you have any further…