-Registered Psychologist-
Psychology
Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy & Learning Clinical Hypnotherapy
Applied Neuroscience
with Janine Gent
~ Pearcedale, Victoria, Australia ~
Gentle Rein Therapies offers a traditional approach to clinic based Psychology in addition to Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, Applied Neuroscience and Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy with horses and ponies as co-facilitators .
Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy & Equine Facilitated Learning are experiential forms of therapy that include horses and ponies as co-facilitators. The horses and ponies at Gentle Rein Therapies offer a powerful way of creating positive change. Rather than working with words only, you are able to experience behavioural and cognitive solutions, which you can then apply outside of the therapy setting.
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During your first meeting with Janine, an initial assessment and exploration of your individual needs, feelings and experiences will be completed. Treatment plans are individualised and unique to each individual, created based on your assessment and treatment needs. The most suitable therapy for you at that time will be identified, and a personalised treatment plan outlining specific interventions, therapies and goals will be established and agreed upon.
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We are based in Pearcedale, Victoria and service the Mornington Peninsula.
Gentle Rein Therapies
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Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Applied Neuropsychology
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Art-based Interventions
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Behavioural Interventions
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Clinical Hypnotherapy
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP)
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Equine Facilitated Learning (EFL)​
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​Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
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Experiential Therapies
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Interpersonal TherapyLife coaching
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Mindfulness
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Psycho-education
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Rational-Emotive Therapy
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Relaxation Strategies
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Skills Training​
Janine works in private-practice at Gentle Rein Therapies, and offers a range of Psychology, Psychotherapy and Equine Facilitated Therapy Services. Traditional Psychotherapy sessions are held in our private clinic and Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy & Learning sessions are held in an outdoor setting in an indoor arena, and facilitated by horses and ponies.
Individual and group sessions are available - please enquire below.
We also run Workshops at various times throughout the year.
We are a registered Medicare provider and Private Health Insurance provider.
Mental Health Care Plans and NDIS Self-Managed or Plan-Managed Plans are welcome.
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Clients attending with a Doctor's Referral and Mental Health Care Plan are able to claim the Medicare Psychology rebate (a gap fee applies). Private Health rebates are available for clients who wish to claim through their private health fund.
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ADHD & ASD
Anger Management
Anxiety
Assertiveness
Behaviour Issues
Bullying
Childhood & Adolescent Developmental Disorders
Confidence
Depression
Family & Interpersonal Issues
Grief & Loss
Guilt
Improving Intuition & Confidence
Life Coaching
Perinatal & Postnatal Depression & Stress
Phobias & Inner Fears
Self-Esteem
Sleep Difficulty
Stress Related Conditions
Trauma & Post-Traumatic Stress
Our Therapies Support
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About Janine
Janine Gent
Registered Psychologist • Clinical Hypnosis Therapist • Certified Applied Neuroscience Practitioner • Certified Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy & Learning Instructor
Janine has grown up in a family of humans and horses. She recalls an early childhood of going outside on her family’s property to be with the horses, and following the separation of her parents at age 9, she realised that it was her family’s horses that offered her the unconditional love and support she needed during that difficult time.
During her adolescent years Janine again sought solace with her horses. So when she accidentally came across a documentary on equine assisted therapies in 2008, she knew it was the therapy she needed to add to her private practice.
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As a registered psychologist who works in private-practice at Gentle Rein Therapies, specialising in Equine Facilitated Neuropsychotherapy, her study of neuropsychotherapy has inspired her to integrate psychotherapy, neuroscience and experiential equine facilitated psychotherapy.
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In addition to a traditional approach to psychotherapy within an office environment, Janine incorporates the principles of neuroscience, cognitive behavioural therapy and experiential therapy
Janine has extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults. She has worked in private practice since 2001, in Victoria and New South Wales and she has also worked in a number of Victorian schools.
Janine is a Registered Psychologist, Clinical Hypnosis Therapist, a certified Neuropsychotherapist, and a Certified Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy & Learning Instructor (Epona, USA, EAGALA, USA). She has studied all over the world including Monash University in Melbourne, University of Illinois, USA, New Zealand, and she is a graduate of the Cairnmillar Institute Clinical Internship (Melbourne, Vic). Janine is currently completing a Masters of Neuroscience.
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Janine's down-to-earth nature, gentle and empathetic personality ensures a supportive, comfortable and confidential environment for your appointment.