Central and Eastern Sydney PHN this August 

Overcoming roadblocks in treatment

Do your clients struggle to make behavioural changes? Despite our best intentions, at times it is hard to help our clients overcome barriers to making changes that will ultimately improve their health. 

During June 2016, Central and Eastern Sydney Allied Health Network hosted two breakfast seminars on ‘Overcoming Roadblocks in Treatment’, specifically for allied health professionals. These interactive educational sessions focused on building AHPs skills in motivational interviewing. Motivational interviewing can be viewed as ‘…a particular kind of conversation about change, which is collaborative and seeks to call forth the person's own motivation and commitment'. Click here to read more 

Motivational interviewing workshop 

This workshop on motivational interviewing in health care settings provides an opportunity for participants to experience fun and interactive sessions, where the focus is on common issues, practical strategies and time-saving tips aimed at decreasing frustrations and improving the outcomes of consultations. Dr Monica Moore will assist health clinicians to develop and adapt the skills of motivational interviewing within the context of a busy work environment. The emphasis will be on demonstrations and opportunities for experiential practice. Participants will work with their own cases to illustrate ways to build confidence and enhance motivation for change. Click the links to view the flyer or to register
 

Domestic and family violence 

Domestic and family violence is the leading preventable contributor to death, disability and illness in women aged 15-44 years. More than one in five women make their first disclosure of domestic violence to a health professional. Allied health professionals are well placed to identify a risk of domestic violence and to take action to intervene early. Click here to read more

Recommendations for using SMS communication 

Following on from our successful Privacy and Social Media in Your Practice event held at our Ashfield Office, presenter Walid Jammal from Avant, Australia’s leading medical defence organisation spoke about key areas of privacy in digital health, electronic communication and social media. A particular focus was placed SMS communication, and simplifying the dos and don’ts. For more information, please refer to this article.