Melbourne Psychologist

17 Jan

Posted at 07:50h in Australian Psychologists, Making Decisions, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, Mindfulness and Somatic Practice, NDIS and Disability Supports, Online Psychologist and Telehealth, Psychology Help, Relationship Breakup, Self-Compassion, Stress and Anxiety by

Relationships are a complex blend of beauty and challenges. We explore how our responses to our partner plays a pivotal role in shaping the course of a relationship. Have you ever wondered how to navigate a healthier relationship and to identify patterns that may impact...

03 Jun

Posted at 09:00h in ADHD psychologist, ADHDer, Anxiety, Australian Psychologists, Boundaries, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, Neurodiversity, Psychology Help by

Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria or RSD is characterised by heightened emotional sensitivity and a strong fear of rejection or criticism. The symptoms of RSD can manifest in various ways, impacting social interactions, academic or professional performance, and overall emotional well-being....

03 Feb

Posted at 09:00h in ADHD psychologist, ADHDer, Anxiety, Australian Psychologists, Autism Treatment, LGBT community, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, Neurodiversity, Psychology Help, Stress and Anxiety by

Common misdiagnoses in girls and women with ASD include social anxiety disorder, general anxiety disorder, borderline personality disorder, and ADHD. These are seen more commonly as some of the symptoms overlap with ASD, and girls tend to be less ‘overt’ in their presentation, making it...

18 Jan

Posted at 10:00h in Anxiety, Australian Psychologists, COVID-19, Depression Treatment, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, Polyvagal Theory, Self-Compassion, Stress and Anxiety, Workplace Psychologist by

During the COVID, it was no doubt as the lockdowns tracked along, the more evident that our mood, energy levels, motivation, hope, interest in usual activities, increased feelings of frustration and anger and thoughts including “what is the point” …started to heighten. These strategies will assist...

18 Jan

Posted at 10:00h in ADHD psychologist, ADHDer, Anxiety, Australian Psychologists, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, Neurodiversity, Online Psychologist and Telehealth, Psychology Help, Self-Compassion by

The ADHD brain is like a race car - and every car needs brakes, a steering wheel, and gas. There is one problem though. You have bicycle brakes. Your brakes are not strong enough to control the powerful brain you’ve got. Sometimes, you race straight...

12 Dec

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

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

Posted at 06:00h in Anxiety, Assertiveness Skills Training, Australian Psychologists, Communication Difficulties, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, Workplace Psychologist by

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...

05 Sep

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

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...