Did you know that 1 in 5 employees report that poor mental wellbeing affects their productivity? Individuals often experience anxiety in the workplace and a range of other work-related challenges. As the workday ends, unwinding can become increasingly difficult. Overthinking and excessive worry about the workplace often plague the mind. This may lead to conclusions being jumped, and brainstorming ways to avoid ongoing work demands and stressors. In this overwhelmed state, individuals can resort to task avoidance and procrastination which can maintain the cycle of self-doubt and frustration.
Workplace anxiety and stress and when to seek support
Our experienced Melbourne psychologists have a special interest in helping individuals navigate workplace-related challenges. Our team work with individuals and their families across Australia on a broad range of work-related issues, offering support in areas such as:
Mental Health Conditions and Well-being:
- Health and wellness strategies
- Managing addictions and unhealthy habits
- PTSD/Trauma counselling
- Pain management strategies in daily life
- Overactive mind at night due to work pressure
- Sleep disturbances and difficulty getting adequate rest
- Overcoming and reducing burnout
- Coping with panic attacks and symptoms of anxiety
- Work-related stress and anxious thoughts
- Treatment for anxiety disorder including generalized anxiety disorder
- Burnout and identifying warning signs and physical symptoms (e.g., muscle tension)
- Personal life stress and life changes
- Feelings of anxiety and dread overshadow your weekend
- Work anxiety impacts your physical health
- Sick days or lost productivity
Personal and Professional Development:
- Career coaching and advancement
- Turning down promotions due to work phobias, such as public speaking
- Challenges with job performance
- Anxiety about job security
- Resume and job application assistance
- Job dissatisfaction due to workplace stress
- Challenges with communication within the work environment
- Feeling trapped and uncertain about making a change
- Achieving work-life balance and setting boundaries to keep within work hours
- Coping with life transitions and adjustment difficulties in a new role
- Dealing with emotional exhaustion in your current position
- Enhancing leadership skills through targeted training
- Coaching for performance improvement
Interpersonal and Communication Development:
- Navigating difficult teams
- Conflict resolution at work
- Strengthening interpersonal relationships and setting healthy boundaries
- Manager coaching for effective team leadership
- Managing social relationships and dynamics in the workplace
- Addressing cross-cultural challenges
Improvement of Executive Function Skills:
- Handling difficult relationships in the workspace
- Mastering time management
- Organisation and delegation of tasks
- Problem-solving and prioritising effectively
- Improving emotional resilience and emotion regulation
- Improving task imitation and overcoming procrastination
- Improving assertive communication
If you’re struggling with work anxiety and workplace burnout, working with a psychologist can help you improve your mood, interpersonal relationships, and overall life satisfaction. This support can also provide a sense of control and help you restore balance in both your personal and professional life. Your workplace may offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts to gyms, or skill-building courses, therefore it is worth asking for these benefits and requesting to choose your own provider for psychological support.
Success in the workplace is not just about achieving goals; it's about embracing challenges, learning from failures, and constantly evolving.
What is a workplace psychologist?
A workplace psychologist can support you in achieving balance while reaching your performance and career goals. Perhaps you are interested in improving your professional relationships with co-workers, developing professional skills within the workplace, and managing symptoms of anxiety or anxiety disorders impacting your productivity. Others may be looking to find strategies to feel more confident in public speaking, managing pressure, or meeting deadlines to reduce the risk of burnout. If you identify any of these concerns, you may benefit from engaging with a psychologist to explore evidence-based treatment and coping strategies, either under a mental health treatment plan or an employee assistance program (EAP) funded by your workplace.
Adapting to new knowledge within the workplace and taking on additional responsibilities often results in increased stress levels for many individuals. This can be particularly evident when starting a new role. Learning skills to manage your stress more effectively is fundamental, especially when feeling overwhelmed. A psychologist with a special interest in workplace-related matters can provide tailored guidance and strategies to navigate workplace challenges and enhance your overall well-being.
How a workplace psychologist can help with stress, burnout, and anxiety at work:
A workplace psychologist and mental health professional can be beneficial in reducing anxiety, stress, and burnout. Excessive stress occurs when you perceive a lack of ability, resources, or support to cope with the stress and demands in your life. This can impact several areas of life, including sleep, leisure time, interpersonal relationships, and mood, just to name a few.
How can Positive Wellbeing Psychology help?
At Positive Wellbeing Psychology, our experienced Melbourne psychologists have a special interest in workplace anxiety management. We utilise evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, effective in treating a range of mental health difficulties from generalized anxiety disorder and panic attacks to improving confidence, achieving workplace goals, enhancing interpersonal connections, and cultivating a profound sense of achievement, meaning, and overall life satisfaction.
Unexpected life challenges and transitions often bring stress and self-reflection. It’s natural to question your path, sense of purpose and identity during transformative life shifts. .
Make an Appointment
At Positive Wellbeing Psychology, we offer flexible appointments with our psychologists during the day, evening, or weekends, both in-person at our Melbourne psychology practice or online via telehealth.
Our team of psychologists hold full registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and adhere to ethical guidelines as mandated by the Psychologists Registration Board and Australian Psychological Society. Our clinical practice is grounded in evidence-based treatment approaches and workplace counselling, ensuring comprehensive support for work anxiety.