Barbara Woods

Accredited mental health social worker

Barbara has more than 30 years of mental health experience working in a variety of settings which includes adult and CAMHS public mental health in both inpatient and outreach settings, community health, non government agencies and private practice in youth mental health.

Barbara has completed a bachelor of social work, a graduate certificate in alcohol and other drugs, a diploma in Gestalt therapy and is trained in general and psychiatric nursing.

She is down to earth and easy to talk to. Barbara has a collaborative approach to her therapeutic work, and utilises practical and evidence based strategies to assist individuals to move through their difficulties.

Barbara is capable and competent in providing Medicare eligible focussed psychological strategies which include: Cognitive behavioural therapy, behavioural interventions, cognitive interventions, relaxation strategies, parenting and social skills training, stress management, interpersonal therapy and psycho-education.

Barbara has a breadth of experience in treating adolescents, adults and families who have mental health disorders or who are experiencing high levels of psychological distress, for example people with: Depression and other mood disorders, anxiety disorders, adjustment issues, relationship problems, family conflict, suicidal thoughts, grief, substance misuse and trauma.

To make a referral to Barb, or to make a booking, please call her on her mobile 0459 183 151 or email her at barbarawoods.yarraville@gmail.com

Her fees are negotiable. For tertiary students or low income clients, there is a small out of pocket fee.