WHO About Dr Patrick Pheasant
Counselling, Coaching and Consulting
ABOUTPassionate and forever curious researcher, educator, consultant, coach, and counsellor.
- EXPERIENCE
- QUALIFICATIONS
Dr Patrick Pheasant is a registered Counsellor, Coach, Consultant and lifelong educator. After seven years in the role of Chief Executive Officer of an Australian charity and 25 years in senior management roles in English language education and corporate training in Australia, Japan, The Netherlands and the United States, Dr Pheasant supports individuals and organisations to achieve positive and transformational change.
His research and practice areas include international education and training, language education, process drama, psychodrama, dramatherapy, trauma-informed therapy and teaching. Dr Pheasant specialises in Addictions Counselling, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy and Strength-Based Therapy.
With practices in Surry Hills and Sydney CBD, Dr Pheasant supports LGBTIQA+ professionals and allies throughout Australia through onsite and online 1:1 counselling, coaching and therapy, group therapy, workshops and retreats, professional and executive coaching and organisational transformation. Dr Pheasant is a registered Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association (#22407).
- Doctor of Philosophy (Education and Social Work), University of Sydney Australia;
- Master of Counselling, University of Souther Queensland, Australia;
- Graduate Diploma of Counselling, University of Southern Queensland, Australia;
- Master of Education (Honours), University of Southern Queensland, Australia;
- Graduate Certificate of Change Management, Australian Graduate School of Management, Australia;
- Post-Graduate Diploma in Education (Educational Drama & Health, Queensland University of Technology, Australia;
- Bachelor Degree of Arts (Educational Drama & Health), Queensland University of Technology, Australia;
- Diploma of Quality Auditing, HBA Learning Centres, Australia;
- Diploma of Occupational Health, Swedish Institute College of Health Sciences, New York, USA;
- Company Directors Course, Australian Institute of Company Directors, Australia.
Of Individuals
Think understanding of yourself with the support of a counsellor leads to living a fuller life.
Of Couples
Learned to identify their individual needs which increased their confidence as a couple.
Of Therapies
Help couples gain insight into how their own forms of thinking impact their relationship.
SERVICESIssues You Might Be Facing
COUPLE
Relationships
Couples counselling provides a supportive environment where partners can address challenges, enhance understanding, rebuild trust, explore emotions, and develop healthier patterns for a more fulfilling relationship.
INDIVIDUAL
Depression
Therapy for depression provides a safe space for individuals to explore emotions, identify negative thought patterns, learn coping strategies, and regain a sense of hope and well-being.
INDIVIDUAL
Anxiety & Stress
Therapy for anxiety and stress helps individuals understand and manage their triggers, develop relaxation techniques, challenge negative thoughts, and cultivate resilience for a healthier, more balanced life.
GROUP
Addiction
Group addiction therapy offers a powerful platform for individuals to connect, share stories, receive empathy, gain insights, develop coping skills, and build a strong support system in their journey towards recovery.
FAMILY
Family Issues
Systemic therapy focuses on understanding the dynamics and interactions within a family or social system to address challenges, promote healthy communication, and foster positive changes for all involved parties..
INDIVIDUAL
Sex and Sexuality
Sex and sexuality counseling provides a non-judgmental space for individuals and couples to explore desires, address concerns, enhance intimacy, and cultivate a healthy and fulfilling sexual relationship.
TESTIMONIALSIn Their Own Words
Within only a few sessions, Patrick has been instrumental in helping me understand myself better, overcome obstacles, and develop the skills needed for my emotional well-being. His expertise and guidance has been life-changing.
DAVID B.
Client, issues concerning addiction
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