Stephanie Hills has thirty years’ experience working with people in distress, both as a social worker and a counsellor.
A large part of her work has comprised using narrative and art therapy to help people move on from depression. While still helping people facing difficulties, Stephanie’s work has broadened to include the promotion and enhancement of individual and social happiness.
Using the principles of Positive Psychology and Deep Ecology, she assists individuals and groups to improve their functioning in various life spheres, taking into account the social, cultural, economic and environmental context of people’s lives.
My grandfather worked as a blacksmith in a butcher shop. He shooed flies. * * * * I once worked in a factory that made fire hydrants, but there was nowhere to park. * * * * Barry calls his boss and says, “I’m having trouble with my eyes.”“What’s wrong with them?” the boss asks.Barry: […]
A driving instructor was giving lessons to an extremely nervous student, who panicked whenever another car approached on a particular two-lane road. One day, however, they got to the same stretch of road and the student was completely calm. “You’re doing fine, today!” exclaimed the instructor.“Yes,” agreed the learner. “Now, when I see another car […]
Promoting Individual and Social Happiness