CBT is the gold standard in mental health. However, it’s a mistake to simply just search for a psychologist who practises CBT without considering one key aspect to therapy. Read more
I’ve been mostly doing well during the pandemic and Melbourne lockdown, but boy oh boy, this week I was really hit with the pandemic blues…here's what I discovered. Read more
Big problems and tough decisions can cause significant stress and anxiety. However, there are ways to increase your confidence to make the 'right' decision. Read more
For most Melburnians in lockdown, food is a real highlight in the day. However, this is not the case for individuals with an eating disorder. Read more
It’s perfectly normal to question whether you’re in the right relationship - in fact, it's a healthy pursuit and finding the answer is more simple then you think! Read more
Stage 3 & 4 restrictions mean we're stripped of our usual coping strategies that would normally lift our spirits. So, how do you cope during lockdown? Read more
One thing is for sure, COVID is creating a lot of conflict. A common misconception is that conflict is driven by differing opinions, but this isn't entirely true. Read more
It's not just the major stuff connected to the COVID-19 pandemic that impacts mental health, there are many less obvious subtle affects from the COVID-19 crisis. Read more
With the right support, therapy is life changing. Yet many people avoid seeing psychologists due to commonly held misconceptions about the profession. Read more
Defining the difference between a clinical psychologist and psychologist is tricky, especially as they share the same quality of care. So, what's the difference? Read more
Despite barely tolerating stress, I tend to repeat some classic mistakes. However, this year I have successfully changed the way I approach stressful times. Read more
Cognitive behavioural therapy (or CBT) is the most effective psychological treatment for social anxiety. We discuss how and why CBT works to improve symptoms. Read more
Feeling insecure in a relationship can be incredibly distressing. However, there is a lot you can do to cope with insecurity in your relationship Read more
It can feel daunting seeking help with a psychologist for the first time. Therefore, it's worth knowing what to expect from therapy and how a psychologist helps. Read more
Being locked down in isolation has really tested my sanity. Given COVID isolation isn’t short term, I’ve had to turn things around to salvage my sanity. Read more
At first, the idea of digital psychological support may feel daunting. However, you can greatly enhance your online therapy experience with these top five tips. Read more
Finding a good psychologist can be like finding a needle in a haystack! In a step-by-step guide I simplify the process of finding good online therapy services. Read more
The coronavirus outbreak impacts everyone’s mental health in some way. While many people will adapt, some people will struggle to bounce back. Read more
It’s not uncommon to experience depression and not know why you’re struggling. However, there is always a "story" worth understanding behind depression . Read more
Grief is not like other mental sufferings, where you can almost “list” symptoms. Grief is complex, individual and often causes subtle shifts in wellbeing. Read more
If 2019 has flashed by and you're left wishing you had achieved more, it may be because you're missing an essential ingredient to life fulfilment and satisfaction. Read more
