Penelope Lane is a Mindfulness Practitioner and Clinical Psychologist with 22 years experience in private practice in Melbourne and Perth. She had her first taste of mindfulness at the age of 11 and has had over 15 years dedicated practice in mindfulness.

Penelope specialises in mindfulness based cognitive therapy as well as mindfulness therapy. Here she creates a mindful presence when working with her clients allowing for the best opportunities to make deep long-term changes.

She has a mature sense of compassion and understanding of what it means to be human and live in the world we do; an exceptional ability to assess and define clinical problems and the expertise to know which treatment strategy is best suited for each client and finally, the tenacity to challenge problematic behavioural patterns whilst maintaining a sense of empathy.

Client Issues

There are a range of issues Penelope is experienced in dealing with including:

• Depression
• Chronic Unhappiness
• Anxiety problems like general anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder and social anxiety.
• Low Self-esteem
• Posttraumatic Stress
• Mid-life unrest
• Parenting troubles
• Relationship concerns
• Eating disorders
• Sexual difficulties
• Bereavement concerns and;
• Unexplained somatic complaints
• Spiritual Enhancement

For those wishing to explore spiritual enhancement, Penelope can offer a safe, nurturing place for this. She is well versed in the experience of living a spiritual life and supports others on their own personal journey. Penelope draws upon the work of several spiritual teachers including Eckhart Tolle and Osho.

Treatment Strategies

Penelope uses a range of therapy techniques including:

• cognitive-behavioural therapy

• mindfulness-based cognitive therapy

• mindfulness therapy

• meditation / relaxation therapy

• insight psychotherapy

• accceptance and commitment therapy

• Eckhart Tolle inspired life skills

She has clinical membership with the Australian Psychological Society as well as Medicare. This means that patients who are referred by a Medical Practitioner can receive the maximum Medicare rebate that is offered for up to 12 sessions per calendar year. Other clients who have private health insurance can receive rebates through their private health fund.

Supervision

Penelope has a long history of supervising various professional in mindfulness practices. She is available for those who are starting out in the mindfulness area through to experienced practitioners wanting peer support and anything in between.