Welcome to the AIPC Online Article Library. The library includes over 300 articles focusing on counselling, life effectiveness skills and mental health. We invite you to explore our range of articles by clicking the category links above, or using the drop-down menu on your right. To learn more about AIPC, visit www.aipc.net.au

How to become a pharmacy assistant in Australia | Pay & salary

Becoming a pharmacy assistant is easier than you think Pharmacies are everywhere in Australia and every single one of them needs people to keep the place running whilst pharmacists deal with the prescriptions. Pharmacy assistants support pharmacists by serving customers, managing stocks, processing payments and staying on top of operations when things get busy.  »

AIPC Alumni Interview – Kate Marshall

From Backstage to Breakthroughs: Kate Marshall’s Path to Becoming a Counsellor “Balance isn’t something you find, it’s something you build.” »

Student Success Story: Dianne Taylor Named ACA Outstanding Student Counsellor

At AIPC, we pride ourselves on supporting students who lead with heart, compassion, and a deep commitment to helping others. Dianne Taylor, one of our recent graduates, is a shining example of that spirit in action. »

Motivational Interviewing for Allied Health Professionals: Unlocking Client Motivation for Lasting Change

“How can I effectively motivate my patients?” This question resonates throughout the healthcare landscape. Whether you’re a physiotherapist guiding patients through rehabilitation exercises or a dietitian encouraging healthier lifestyle choices, eliciting motivation for sustained adherence can be challenging. The essence of effective motivation lies in recognising that intrinsic motivation—motivation that comes from within—is far more effective for long-term behaviour change than external motivation imposed by others. This article explores how allied health professionals can apply motivational interviewing (MI) techniques to foster intrinsic motivation in their clients, ultimately leading to better health outcomes. »

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Counselling with Chimps

The Chimp Paradox, authored by Steve Peters (2013), presents a compelling exploration of the Human mind and its intricate workings. Peters, a psychiatrist most renowned for his work in elite sports psychology, introduces readers to a captivating mode...

The Fine Art of Compassion

Imagine this scenario: you are keen to get a particular job and an opportunity for it comes up. You prepare meticulously for the interview, but somehow, it doesn’t go well. The interviewers don’t seem to warm to you, and you know in your heart that y...

Motivational Interviewing for Allied Health Professionals: Unlocking Client Motivation for Lasting Change

“How can I effectively motivate my patients?” This question resonates throughout the healthcare landscape. Whether you’re a physiotherapist guiding patients through rehabilitation exercises or a dietitian encouraging healthier lifestyle choices, elic...

The Fine Art of Compassion

Imagine this scenario: you are keen to get a particular job and an opportunity for it comes up. You prepare meticulously for the interview, but somehow, it doesn’t go well. The interviewers don’t seem to warm to you, and you know in your heart that y...