Psych Meds Decoded Workshop
Demystify psychiatric medications with practical tools and insights designed to enhance therapy, not replace it.
Psych Meds Decoded Workshop
Understand psychotropic medications from a psychologist’s perspective so you can support clients effectively and safely.
Secure your spot in our Psych Meds Decoded Workshop for only $400 + GST.
What You Will Get
6 hours of CPD in a face-to-face format
(Not offered online or via Zoom at this time.)
All workshop material will be provided in hard copy on the day of training.
Presented by Dr Al Griskaitis (Psychiatrist) and Jess O’Garr (Clinical Psychologist).
Course Outline
Psych Meds Decoded is designed specifically for mental health clinicians who want to understand how psychiatric medication impacts therapy. Led by Dr Al Griskaitis, Psychiatrist, and Jess O’Garr, Clinical Psychologist, this workshop covers:
- How to identify when psychotropic medication may be blocking progress in therapy
- Red flags that suggest medication might need review
- A practical, clinician-friendly framework to discuss medication issues with clients
- Understanding different classes of psychotropic medications and their indications
- The side effects and withdrawal considerations relevant for therapy
- How to collaborate effectively with prescribing doctors
- Real-life clinical examples demonstrating how medication interacts with therapy progress
This workshop bridges the gap between psychiatry and psychological practice, giving clinicians practical tools to navigate conversations about medications confidently — without stepping outside your professional boundaries.
Don’t wait — places fill quickly! Book your spot today for only $400 + GST.
Who Should Take This Course
This training is perfect for:
- Psychologists
- Clinical registrars
- Counsellors
- Social workers
- Mental health nurses
- Any clinician who works with clients:
- Taking psychotropic medication
- Experiencing treatment-resistant symptoms
- Presenting with complex mental health issues
Want to better support clients who are on medication? Book your place now for $400 + GST.
Taught by Experienced Clinicians
This workshop is presented by:
Dr Al Griskaitis
Psychiatrist
- Brings extensive experience prescribing and managing psychotropic medications for complex mental health conditions.
Jessica O’Garr
Clinical Psychologist and Director of The Psych Collective
- Offers the psychologist’s perspective on integrating medication knowledge into therapeutic practice.
Together, Al and Jess bridge the knowledge gap between psychiatry and psychology, making the topic approachable and practical for everyday clinical work.
This is not just a lecture — you’ll:
- Hear real case examples
- Learn practical frameworks you can use immediately
- Gain confidence in supporting clients who are on medication
Workshop Details
Location
The Psych Collective Clinic, 3/36-42 Auburn St, Wollongong NSW
Catering
Tea and coffee facilities available. Meals not catered. Our clinic is a 500m walk from the centre of Wollongong, and we’ll show you where the good coffee is!
Access
The training room is on the second storey up a flight of stairs. Unfortunately, disabled access is not available.
Getting here
Wollongong is 60 minutes south of Sydney, and our clinic is 300m from Wollongong Train Station. There is street parking near the clinic.
Accommodation
If you’re travelling from interstate or out of area, we recommend:
- Hotel Toto
- Novotel Wollongong
- Sage Hotel
Cancellation Policy
Full refund minus $25 processing fee with at least 7 days’ notice. For cancellations under 7 days, booking fees will be forfeited.
Ready to Book?
Join this face-to-face workshop in Wollongong for only $400 + GST and gain practical tools for supporting clients on medication.
