How to Find the Best Psychologist for Your Needs Tag

03 Jun

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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....

18 Jan

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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...

28 Nov

Posted at 20:50h in ADHD psychologist, ADHDer, Anxiety, Assertiveness Skills Training, Australian Psychologists, depression, making decisions, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, Stress, Women’s Health, Workplace Psychologist by

Every day without realising it we make hundreds of decisions but have you ever felt a sense of dread so bad that it prevents you from making any decision? Whether it be as simple as what to have for dinner that night or what you...

09 Sep

Posted at 19:00h in Anxiety, Assertiveness Skills Training, Australian Psychologists, Communication Difficulties, COVID-19, depression, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, Self-Compassion, Stress, Women’s Health, Workplace Psychologist by

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...

25 Sep

Posted at 11:30h in Anxiety, Australian Psychologists, COVID-19, depression, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, NDIS, NDIS Psychologists, Stress, Workplace Psychologist by

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...

01 Sep

Posted at 13:00h in Australian Psychologists, COVID-19, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, NDIS, NDIS Psychologists, Workplace Psychologist by

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...

28 Aug

Posted at 12:00h in Anxiety, Australian Psychologists, COVID-19, depression, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, NDIS Psychologists, Stress by

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...

05 Jun

Posted at 13:00h in Australian Psychologists, COVID-19, Melbourne Psychologist, Mental Health, NDIS, NDIS Psychologists, Workplace Psychologist by

Being tired and not sleeping well disrupts genes that govern circadian rhythm, effectively reducing your ability to perform a task. The lack of sleep reduces activity in your hippocampus – the memory centre of the brain. Research has also shown lack of sleep to affect...