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. ...

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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...

09 Jul Impact of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (POCS) on Mental Health and Well-being of Women?

Posted at 07:00h in Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, PCOS & Women's Health, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), Women’s Health by Positive Wellbeing Psychology

The evidence suggests that women with PCOS have higher rates of depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, body dissatisfaction, and eating disorders. PCOS is shown to be a hormonal condition in women. Interestingly, despite what the name suggests, it is not just an ovary condition. PCOS is...