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Overcoming Binge Drinking – don’t wait for an alcohol related crisis
Hypnotherapy, mindfulness and psychotherapy ... used together ... help people overcome binge drinking ... Chronic alcohol abuse can lead to brain and liver functioning damage and contribute to mental health problems and problems with intimate and social relationships. It is a toxic drug which can increase the risk of cancer, cirrhosis of the liver, dementia and a dependence[...]

Bayside Psychotherapy was founded by Adam Szmerling in Melbourne, offering counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples. Adam's experience with psychotherapy inspired him to help others improve their self-understanding, mental health and wellbeing.
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Adam Szmerling
Born and bred in Melbourne, I’m an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AASW) and clinical psychotherapist (PACFA). I work with individuals and couples, adult clients who want to speak and engage in psychotherapy.
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Natalie Szmerling
Natalie is a clinical psychologist with extensive experience in the health sector. She completed her Masters (Clinical Psychology) training at Swinburne University and wrote her masters thesis on multidimensional self-esteem in different problematic eating patterns.
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