Ian Carpenter Counselling

14/08/2025

A potential non-drug strategy for combating Alzheimer’s?
Interesting research recently published by Neuroscience News identifies a natural compound “that reverses aging-related brain cell decline and removes harmful Alzheimer’s linked proteins” A combination of vitamin B3 (nicotinamide) and green tea (antioxidant epigallocatechin gallate). The natural combination restores GTP levels (guanosine triphosphate) essential for neuronal energy and protein cleanup. In aging neurons protein clearance is boosted -improved the brain’s ability to remove toxic amyloid beta aggregates; a reduction in oxidative stress and reactivated key cell trafficking pathways.
The findings suggest that further research is needed to optimize delivery that could include dietary supplements.
Reference:
Neuroscience News (9/8/2025). Natural Compound Combo Restores Aging Brain Cells

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21/02/2025

The Silent Storm
Beneath the weight of skies so gray,
A man walks on, his heart astray.
The world sees strength, a steady face,
But storms within leave little trace.
The silence grows, a deafening sound,
Invisible chains keep him bound.
He seeks release in a smoky haze,
Where fleeting comforts blur his days—
A drink, a smoke, a constant friend,
To numb the pain that knows no end.
Death whispers, "All shall be still,
No loneliness here, no ache to fill."
A shadow follows, no end in sight,
No meaning found, no guiding light.
Depression’s grip, a heavy cloak,
Drowning dreams, extinguishing hope.
He hides away, avoids the light,
Afraid to stumble, to lose the fight.
Avoidance builds a fragile wall,
A shield to mask the pain of it all.
Yet every step, the burden grows,
A silent scream nobody knows.
But even David faced his Goliath,
A winding path through pain and strife.
With hurdles, setbacks, and saving grace,
He found the strength to face his place.
All it takes is a call, a mate,
A hand reached out to share the weight.
So hear this now, let it be heard:
Your voice, your pain, deserves each word.
Reach through the dark, and call a friend—
The storm will break, the night will end.
No shame in tears, no fault in fall,
Strength is found in breaking the wall.
Speak your truth, let light pour in,
Together we rise, let healing begin.
For every brave brother who walks alone,
Know you are never on your own.
The storm may rage, but you’ll endure—
In love and hope, there lies the cure.
When sleep is lost and thoughts collide,
When memories twist and truths divide,
Pick up the phone, step out the door—
A brave brother’s hand could mean much more.
Ask and be asked, "Are you okay, mate?"
For in connection, we find our fate.
The Therapist

20/01/2025

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19/11/2024

Bulling in schools can have long-lasting effects on mental health and academic performance. Understanding the signs and fostering a supportive environment is crucial for prevention and intervention.

17/10/2024

We exercise our bodies to retain physical health but often tend to ignore strengthening the ability of the mind. The following practiced daily only takes 12 minutes but can have a pronounced improvement on concentration and awareness.

• Find a quiet place.
• Practice for a minimum of 15 minutes per day
• Breath in a gentle rhythm, sensing the sensation of the breath as you breathe through your nose. Sensing the breath is being aware of the awareness of the breath as it passes through the nostrils into the lung.
• After a few breaths, sense the sensation of the chest as your lungs expand and fall.
• Follow the wave of the breath and next focus your awareness on the sensation of the stomach moving as you breathe.
• We are only human, and your attention will shift to intruding thoughts of perhaps the sound of passing traffic. Name the distraction and return your focus of attention to the breath.
• Choose whichever method of breath attention is easiest for you and focus your awareness on your chosen method of focus. Either nose, chest, or stomach.
• If distracted or lost in thought, be kind to yourself and not get frustrated. Acknowledge the thought, let it go, and refocus on the attention of the breath.
• If angry with yourself, that is just another distraction; let that go and redirect to the breath.
• Practice the exercise for 12 to 15 minutes each day, focusing attention on the sensation of the breath. Naming distractions, then returning attention back to the breath.
• When you are ready to end the practice take a deep breath and relax with a deep sigh.
• Reflect on the practice and follow the blog for future articles on thought postponement and creating a worry period to improve daily functioning without intrusive thoughts.

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17/10/2024

Funding for counselling and psychotherapy is now available via the Australian Regional Health group (ARHG) and ahm health insurance. Insurance funds under the ARHG banner include: St Luke’s Health, Police Health, GMHBA, Westfund, Emergency Services Health, Phoenix Health, see-u by HBF, AIA Health, Mildura Health, Teachers Union Health, Nurses and Midwives Health and Unihealth. As a recognised provider ti the above funds applicable rates depend on individual packages and health fund rates.

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08/10/2024

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