Lucia Casasnovas
"Courage gives us a voice and compassion gives us an ear. Without both, there is no opportunity for empathy and connection"
Brene' Brown
Director / Clinical Psychologist
Lucia Casasnovas completed her Master in Clinical Psychology at the University of the Sunshine Coast and has been working in the area – both in private practice and the public sector for over a decade. She has experience in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families treating a wide variety of psychological and interpersonal difficulties. Lucia has a warm non-judgemental approach, which facilitates the establishment of robust therapeutic relationships with her clients.
Lucia has always related well with young people; however, her interest in parenting and children has particularly grown since becoming a mother. She is a mother of two who has been amazed by the delights and challenges of parenthood. Lucia is a strong believer in the decisive role that the relationship with our children has in their whole life.
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Lucia uses evidence based treatment interventions to enhance the mental health of individuals and to contribute to facilitate healthy relationships. She is passionate about her work and has a strength-based approach, helping individuals achieving their full potential.
Lucia has a strong cultural sensitivity and enjoys working with people from culturally diverse backgrounds. She offers psychotherapy both in English and Spanish.
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As a board approved supervisor, Lucia offers professional supervision to other psychologists.
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Education
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Master in Clinical Psychology at University of Sunshine Coast
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Honours Degree in Psychology at Universidad Autonoma de Madrid and Monash University
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Other professional education: PsyBA-approved supervision, Schema Therapy, EMDR and Emotion Focused Therapy for couples
Memberships
Areas of experience
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Mood and anxiety disorders
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Autism spectrum disorders
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ADHD
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Obsessive-Compulsive disorders and tics
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Intellectual disability
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Substance misuse
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Trauma
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Self-harm and suicide risk
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Personality disorders
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Psychosis
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Somatic and dissociative disorders
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Adjustment to illnesses and chronic pain
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Disordered eating and body image
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Sleep problems
Lucia enjoys helping individuals dealing with:
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Parenting demands and challenges
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Relationship and communication issues
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Bullying and other peer problems
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Regression
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Sibling rivalry
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Poor self-esteem and self-confidence
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Resilience building
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Emotional regulation skill deficits
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Stress and anger management problems
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Adjustment to new roles and life transitions
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Grief and loss
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Pregnancy support counselling