Dr Giselle Withers
Clinical Psychologist
Dr Giselle Withers is a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years experience treating people with mental health and chronic health problems. Giselle has practiced yoga and meditation for over 25 years. Recognising the benefits of these Eastern traditions for healing and personal growth, she undertook further training to become a qualified yoga teacher (RYT200) and mindfulness teacher. She has undertaken MBSR/MBCT teacher training, including teacher development retreats with Jon Kabat-Zinn and Saki Santorelli (Centre for Mindfulness, UMass), Southern Synergy Monash University, and the Mindfulness Training Institute Australasia. Giselle draws on mindfulness-based therapies in her work as a Clinical Psychologist and has developed online mindfulness programs for insomnia, chronic fatigue and anxiety at A Mindful Way (https://amindfulway.com.au/).
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Mindfulness Meditation Exercise
Mindfulness can be a helpful way for parents and carers to manage stress and energy levels. This mindfulness meditation exercise runs for 15 minutes and focusses on sitting with the breath. If you’re interested in learning more about mindfulness check out A Mindful Way (https://amindfulway.com.au).