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Alan Francis Patching, UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist

Alan Francis Patching

Brisbane City 4000
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Alan Francis Patching, UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist

Alan Francis Patching

Brisbane City 4000
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My Approach

I draw upon both my experience from practice and education and learnings from my research practice to utilise integrated hypnotherapy, counselling and psychotherapy interventions for the benefit of my clients. While I am a definite believer in and practitioner of evidence-based practice, my preference is to use interventions determined by the needs of individual clients rather than adopt a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy.

About Me

My clinical psychotherapy and hypnotherapy help people navigate anxiety, stress, emotional distress, relationship difficulties and other challenges affecting mental health and wellbeing. My individualised approach draws on evidence-based therapeutic approaches, selected according to the needs of each client. I have particular clinical interest and experience in anxiety and stress, workplace-related psychological difficulties, medical and surgical anxiety, and the psychological challenges associated with repeated IVF failure through my IVF Assist program. I also consult regarding workplace psychosocial hazards and the management of psychosocial risks, particularly within the construction industry. My practice brings together academic knowledge and research experience, clinical training and many years of practical experience. I believe it is this combination that enables me to provide thoughtful, evidence-informed and individually tailored support to both clients and organisations.

I work with

  • Couples
  • Individuals

Special Interests

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.

I developed and clinically tested a five-phase protocol called IVF-Assist, designed to support women undergoing IVF treatment. The initial clinical trial involved eight participants who had collectively experienced 51 previous IVF cycle failures. Following participation in the IVF-Assist protocol, four participants became pregnant during their first subsequent IVF cycle, while three others became pregnant within an additional IVF cycle or so. One participant became pregnant on two occasions but, unfortunately, was subsequently found to have a medical condition that prevented her from carrying a pregnancy to term. These results were encouraging and led to further interest in IVF-Assist. More information about the protocol and the clinical trial is available on my website at www.alanpatching.com.au. Although I live and practise in Australia, I have been consulted by women in several countries, including the UK, who wished to access IVF-Assist. My experience has demonstrated that the intervention can be delivered effectively through online or telephone consultations, making it accessible to clients who are unable to consult with me in person. I offer a free initial telephone or online consultation for anyone who would like to learn more about IVF-Assist, ask questions or discuss whether the service may be appropriate for them. To arrange a consultation, please contact me through the contact page at www.alanpatching.com.au.
Most people reading this will be in the UK area and so, with me being located in Australia, telephone sessions make perfect sense. You can book such a session to address any of the specialities listed on my website - www.alanpatching.com.au - or on this page. the best way to touch base is via the contact page on my website.
Across the UK, USA and Australia, workplace mental health is an increasingly significant issue for both organisations and employees. In Australia, mental health-related workers’ compensation claims can involve substantially longer periods away from work and significantly higher costs than the average workplace claim. At the same time, research from the UK indicates that investment in workplace mental health can deliver a significant return through improved productivity and reduced absence and other associated costs. Australian research has similarly identified substantial economic benefits from investing in workplace mental health. I am passionate about helping organisations and individuals understand and effectively address workplace stress, anxiety and other psychosocial issues. My qualifications include Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas in Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy, as well as a Master’s Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice from the UK and an Australian PhD in Workplace Mental Health. My doctoral research examined the causes and impacts of workplace stress within construction professions and compared these with the causes and impacts of stress across broader business professions. I have also contributed to professional and business publications on workplace mental health. An article I wrote on psychosocial hazards in the workplace was published in the journal of the UK’s Chartered Institute of Building. In the USA, I was featured in a twelve-page cover and profile story in Enterprise World, a business leadership journal. I am happy to provide copies of these publications to anyone interested. Simply contact me through the contact page at www.alanpatching.com.au.

Types of Therapies Offered

  • Hypno -Psychotherapist

Types of sessions

  • Online Therapy
  • Telephone Therapy

Brisbane City Office

Unit 601 Macarthur Chambers
201 Edward Street
Brisbane City
Brisbane City 4000
Australia

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UKCP College

  • College of Outcome Oriented and Hypno-Psychotherapies (COOHP)
Alan Francis Patching

Alan Francis Patching

Brisbane City 4000
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