Koren Ganas Psychology

31/08/2025

⭐ SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT – Koren Ganas Psychology ⭐

We are proud to have Ganas Clinical Psychology supporting our State Indoor Championships!

Based locally in Mallala, SA, Dr. Koren Ganas offers bespoke face-to-face services across the Adelaide Plains and nationwide via secure telepsychology. A former competitive equestrian, she understands the mindset needed for peak performance and the anxieties that can hold riders back. She specialises in helping those in high-performance roles build resilience, focus, and mental strength.

For personalised coaching and mental performance support, we highly recommend Ganas Clinical Psychology!

To find out more about Ganas Clinical Psychology visit: https://ganaspsychology.com/

27/08/2025

Thrilled to offer our support to the local equestrian community Mallala Showjumping Club and to have such a fabulous facility like Mallala Equestrian Centre right across town. Looking forward to a wonderful weekend of showjumping.

24/08/2025

At Ganas Clinical Psychology, everything we do is grounded in evidence. This commitment applies across our services, whether in-room or via telehealth clinical psychology, psychotherapy, psychological assessment, or our equine-facilitated clinical psychology program.

Dr. Koren Ganas’s background as an academic in psychology and medical education means she values staying current with the peer-reviewed literature. This dedication ensures clients benefit from approaches that are compassionate AND scientifically supported.

Our evidence-informed approach extends to the wellbeing of our equine partners, too. Their care, training, and management follow equine welfare best practice, providing them with a high standard of living and ensuring they can thrive in their important therapeutic roles.

We are grateful to researchers and organisations such as the Horses and Humans Research Foundation for continuing to expand the knowledge base that guides our work. Their contributions support us in delivering services that honour both our clients and our equine facilitators.

24/08/2025

Final week to register, just 3 spots remain!

Program Starts 3rd September
Stress Reduction: Grounded in science. Made for real life.

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or burnt out? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay there.

Join Dr Koren Ganas, clinical psychologist, for 4 weeks of practical, science-backed strategies to regulate stress, reconnect with yourself, and boost emotional wellbeing.

What we’ll cover:
🧠 Mind-body connection (the real science)
🧘 Mindfulness for stress & reactivity
💗 Self-compassion as your stress buffer
🌱 Real self-care that actually works

📍 Riverdell Spiritual Centre, Hillier SA
📆 Wednesdays, 3–24 Sept | 3:45–5:45 PM
💲 $445 (payment plans available)

🎟 Limited spots — secure yours now:
👉 ganaspsychology.com/group-programs


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23/08/2025

⚠️ Early Notice: Weather Impacts ☔️☔️☔️

With the much needed rain heading in, it looks likely Equine Facilitated sessions will be postponed after Monday the coming week. While we understand this is disappointing, keeping our clients and our equines safe is our top priority.

We'll keep a watchful eye on the forecast and be in touch Monday for rebooking, or changing to room-based or telehealth sessions if preferred.

Rest assured our equine employees will be kitted up in their raincoats and in their warm and dry yards.

We appreciate everyone's understanding of our inclimate weather policy.

21/08/2025

Stress, burnout, mental health impacts, and death by su***de are alarmingly high in the veterinarian profession. If you or someone you care about is part of this sector, please pass on this information from ATL. Help and support are available. Not One More Vet

Do you know someone who works in the veterinarian health sector that needs mental health support?

Elanco Animal Health has again partnered with Animal Therapies Ltd to provide animal-assisted mental health services for veterinary workers to support the ongoing mental health challenges faced by the industry.

If you or someone you know in the veterinary health sector could benefit through this initiative, we encourage you to apply via the link below:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/C7JW86S

15/08/2025

Updates to Our Equine-Facilitated Services : Starting 1 September

A couple of changes are coming to help keep our sessions safe, smooth, and supportive for everyone (horses included!).

✨ Treat policy:
We know Dusty & Bubba have loved your sweet snacks (and yes, they’ve definitely been spoiled!). For everyone’s safety, and the pony's health, please refrain from brining snacks (no matter what the horses tell you!!).

🌿 Location update:
From 1 September, we’ll no longer be offering services at our Lewiston host site, Hooves of Hope AU, due to insurance changes. 🥺 We’re so grateful to their wonderful team for sharing their space with us these past 10 months and wish them every continued success with their incredible equine learning, support & riding programs.

📍 All equine sessions will continue at our Mallala paddock.

10/08/2025

Program Starts 3rd September
Stress Reduction: Grounded in science. Made for real life.

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or burnt out? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay there.

Join Dr Koren Ganas, clinical psychologist, for 4 weeks of practical, science-backed strategies to regulate stress, reconnect with yourself, and boost emotional wellbeing.

What we’ll cover:
🧠 Mind-body connection (the real science)
🧘 Mindfulness for stress & reactivity
💗 Self-compassion as your stress buffer
🌱 Real self-care that actually works

📍 Riverdell Spiritual Centre, Hillier SA
📆 Wednesdays, 3–24 Sept | 3:45–5:45 PM
💲 $445 (payment plans available)

🎟 Limited spots — secure yours now:
👉 ganaspsychology.com/group-programs


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05/08/2025

I heard a painful story recently, someone seeking help was let down, hurt, even, by a professional who shared their information inappropriately. Living and working in a regional community has its own rhythm. People wave as you drive by, know where you shop, and sometimes it feels like everyone knows everyone.

Because of this, I’m often asked:
“Will people know I’m seeing you?”

Here’s my answer: Your privacy is the most important part of our relationship.
As a clinical psychologist, I am legally and ethically bound to strict confidentiality, with very few exceptions. I take that responsibility seriously. Your trust is a privilege, and I deeply honour it.

Recent stories and things I’ve seen online remind me that not every professional respects this as they should, so I want to be absolutely clear:

• I will never share that you are my client without your permission (outside very specific legal obligations)
• You will never see photos, videos, or testimonials from my clients on my website or social media.
• If we cross paths in town or at an event, I will follow your lead, you decide if and how we acknowledge each other.
• My focus is always on creating a safe space for your therapy. If you feel more comfortable with telehealth than in-person visits, that’s always an option.

In a small community, privacy can feel complicated. In my practice, it’s protected, always. 🤍 If you’d like to know more about what you should expect from an ethical mental health provider, see the APS Charter for Clients of APS Psychologists (link in comments).

04/08/2025

Last equine facilitated psychological therapy session of the day came with a few unexpected sprinkles 🌧️ but ended with a rainbow 🌈.

03/08/2025

What Does “Equine Therapy” Actually Mean? If your social media feed looks anything like mine, you’ve probably seen plenty of posts advertising “equine therapy.” It can be confusing, so I’d like to clarify what “equine therapy” is, and isn’t, and explain what we offer at Ganas Clinical Psychology that makes our services unique and evidence-based, so you can make an informed choice.'

When I hear the term “equine therapy,” my first thought is: therapy for the horse! Of course, it usually refers to therapy for humans that includes horses, but it has become a catch-all term that is, at best, confusing and, at worst, intentionally misleading for a wide range of horse-related programs.

Horses can be a wonderful part of many therapy and personal growth processes. Here are just a few examples:

• Hippotherapy – Delivered by physiotherapists, occupational therapists, or speech pathologists, focusing on motor skills, balance, coordination, and communication.
• Therapeutic Horsemanship / Riding – Aims to improve physical skills, confidence, and coordination. Often recreational, though sometimes offered by allied health professionals.
• Equine-Assisted Activities – Recreational or personal development programs that may build life skills or confidence but are not therapy.

Because there are so many types of “equine therapy,” it’s important to ask providers:
• What exactly does the program involve?
• What qualifications do the facilitators hold?
• How will this service support my specific goals?

At Ganas Clinical Psychology, we offer Equine-Facilitated Psychological Therapy (EFPT). This is:

• Delivered by a fully qualified clinical psychologist
• Grounded in evidence-based mental health practice
• Structured, safe, and confidential
• Tailored to support people experiencing mental health challenges, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or life challenges

EFPT is a clinical intervention, supported by the training and oversight needed for safe and effective psychological care. Every session is purposeful, ethical, and aligned with best-practice mental health standards.

Our equine partners are active facilitators in the therapy process. Their sensitivity and non-judgmental presence help you connect, reflect, and grow, while your psychologist ensures each interaction is part of a meaningful therapeutic journey.
In the coming weeks, I’ll share more about our equine facilitators and how the EFPT process works. In the meantime, please feel free to reach out with any questions or to enquire about services.