Leanne Fendley 79 West Burleigh Road, Burleigh Heads, Queensland 4220

Welcome to Leanne Fendley, a trusted and experienced institution located at 79 West Burleigh Road, Burleigh Heads, Australia. As a registered Psychologist with over 20 years of experience, Leanne Fendley offers evidence-based practice in a warm and supportive environment.

Leanne specializes in working with adults and adolescents dealing with a wide range of mental health concerns. These include clinical depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma resolution, self-esteem, and identity issues. She understands that living a good life is a continuous process, not a destination, and is dedicated to helping individuals and families improve their quality of life.

At Leanne Fendley, you can expect a personalized approach to psychological assessment and treatment. Leanne believes in building intentional interpersonal relationships with her clients, enabling them to explore and develop self-understanding. This understanding serves as a foundation for making positive changes in their lives.

The therapeutic approach at Leanne Fendley is future-focused and goal-directed. It emphasizes solutions rather than dwelling on the problems that brought clients to seek therapy. Leanne believes that every client has the knowledge to make their life better and, with some assistance, can create their own solutions.

One of the key aspects of therapy at Leanne Fendley is helping clients understand the impact of their thoughts on their emotions and actions. By becoming aware of automatic thoughts that drive their existence, clients gain the ability to challenge and change them.

Leanne also utilizes a variety of therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and attachment theory. These approaches help clients challenge and develop more adaptive thinking patterns and behaviors, leading to improved functioning and relationships.

Narrative therapy is another approach used at Leanne Fendley. This respectful and non-blaming form of psychotherapy centers around individuals as the experts in their own lives. It separates problems from people and empowers clients to utilize their skills, beliefs, and values to reduce the influence of problems in their lives.

Understanding the interconnectedness of families, Leanne offers family systems therapy. This approach acknowledges that family members' behaviors are both influenced by and influencing others within the system. By addressing and changing these patterns, balance and improved functioning can be achieved.

Lastly, Leanne incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which aims to maximize human potential for a rich and meaningful life. Through teaching psychological skills to effectively manage painful thoughts and feelings and clarifying personal values, Leanne guides and motivates clients to make positive changes.

If you or your loved ones are seeking professional support and guidance in overcoming mental health concerns, Leanne Fendley is here to help. With her extensive experience and evidence-based practice, Leanne is committed to improving the lives of her clients in a warm and supportive environment.