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12 Dec Postnatal Depression: Navigating the Transition to Motherhood

Posted at 10:43h in Anxiety, Australian Psychologists, Depression Treatment, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, PCOS & Women's Health, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), Stress and Anxiety, Women’s Health by Positive Wellbeing Psychology

The early weeks and months of motherhood can be a very tough and difficult time. It often comes with emotional confusion and overload for mothers. During this time, mothers experience significant changes. This transformation is called Matrescence. ...

09 Sep How Being Assertive Can Improve Communication, Reduces Stress and Boosts Our Self-Confidence!

Posted at 07:00h in Anxiety, Assertiveness Skills Training, Australian Psychologists, Communication Difficulties, Mental Health, Psychology Help, Stress and Anxiety, Workplace Psychologist by Positive Wellbeing Psychology

Today, assertiveness is one of the most effective communication methods to build better relationships and convey thoughts and feelings. A relationship built with assertive communication is usually based on mutual trust and respect. Assertive behaviour shows that you're brave enough to stand up for your...

09 Sep The Importance of Assertiveness Skills Training and Effective Communication

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If you frequently take on too many responsibilities because you find it difficult to say no, it might be especially helpful to you in reducing stress. Some people have a natural tendency to be assertive. But if you're not, you can develop assertiveness. Assertiveness can help...

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05 Sep How to Tame the Inner Critic and Cultivate Self-Compassion

Posted at 10:00h in Anxiety, Australian Psychologists, Depression Treatment, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), Self-Compassion, Stress and Anxiety, Women’s Health by Positive Wellbeing Psychology

Self-compassion is based on three principles- being aware of our own pain and suffering (whatever that may be and look like), acknowledging that pain and suffering, whilst difficult is a shared human experience, and then directing feelings of kindness and care towards ourselves as we...

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03 Sep Does ‘Healthy Boundaries’ Sound a bit unfamiliar? Boundaries Help Us to Maintain Healthy Relationships & Improve Self-Esteem

Posted at 10:55h in Anxiety, Australian Psychologists, Boundaries, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, Neurodiversity by Positive Wellbeing Psychology

Boundaries may be conceptualized differently by individuals, however essentially speaking to the concept of implementing a form of ‘limit’ between or around individuals. This may be seen as a line in the sand, an invisible wall, a spoken rule or scaffolding we may place around...

25 Sep What Does Depression Look Like?

Posted at 11:30h in Australian Psychologists, Depression Treatment, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, Stress and Anxiety, Workplace Psychologist by Positive Wellbeing Psychology

One thing we know is that depression is not caused by one single factor. There is a multitude of factors that can play a part in the onset and maintenance of depressive episodes. Depression is characterised by persistent sadness and a lack of interest or...

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01 Sep Why is it important to look around in Melbourne for the best-suited psychologist for my individual needs?

Posted at 13:00h in Australian Psychologists, COVID-19, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, NDIS and Disability Supports, NDIS Psychologists, Workplace Psychologist by Positive Wellbeing Psychology

The therapeutic alliance is considered one of the most important aspect of the therapeutic process and can play a significant part in your treatment outcomes. Research has found that selecting a prospective psychologist comes down to your emotional impression more so than the psychologists practised...

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28 Aug How to Deal with Low Mood and Anxiety During Lockdowns?

Posted at 07:00h in Anxiety, Australian Psychologists, COVID-19, Depression Treatment, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, NDIS Psychologists, Stress and Anxiety by Positive Wellbeing Psychology

Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on our lives and mental health. Many of us continue to face difficulties in a range of domains including work, family, and caring, to name only a few. These ongoing challenges can...

01 Aug What does Depression look like amid Covid-19 and the impact of the Lockdown?

Posted at 07:00h in Anxiety, Australian Psychologists, COVID-19, Depression Treatment, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health by Positive Wellbeing Psychology

Depression has been found to increase our feeling of loneliness during COVID lockdowns. It's also been found to significantly reduce our sense of feeling connected to our loved ones. Individuals have described finding a complete lack of motivation in doing usual daily interests, even hobbies or...

19 Jun How to Know When to See a Psychologist During More Challenging Times?

Posted at 07:00h in Australian Psychologists, Depression Treatment, Mental Health, Online Psychologist and Telehealth, Psychology Help by Positive Wellbeing Psychology

It is really important to know the warning signs that everything is not okay. We discuss a few reasons why individuals reach out to a skilled psychologist to explore proven strategies to assist in restoring greater life satisfaction and balance....