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.” »
From Backstage to Breakthroughs: Kate Marshall’s Path to Becoming a Counsellor “Balance isn’t something you find, it’s something you build.” »
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. »
“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. »
The significance of the mental health crisis among autistic individuals cannot be overstated. A 2019 meta-analysis reviewing 96 studies found that psychiatric conditions are considerably more prevalent among autistic individuals compared to the general population (Lai et al., 2019). This crisis highlights the importance of shifting to a neurodiversity-affirming approach in mental health practices. »
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If you are supporting a family in transition, you may perceive huge differences between them and the character...
“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 significance of the mental health crisis among autistic individuals cannot be overstated. A 2019 meta-anal...
Grief theories provide a conceptual base for understanding grief and loss as a process involving many common c...
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...
Your fitness tracker reminds you to walk away from your computer every hour to get needed movement – and then ...
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