Our Melbourne Psychology Blog offers practical advice and insights from our team of clinical psychologists and therapists. We share evidence-based tips for mental health, explain trauma therapy approaches, and provide strategies for managing emotions in everyday life.
Our blog also highlights how therapy can positively impact people’s lives. We break down complex psychological topics into clear, easy-to-understand articles. Whether you’re looking for help with anxiety, coping with grief, understanding neurodivergence or building healthier habits, you’ll find resources and guidance to support your well-being.
You’ll also find content specific to Melbourne (and Australia), including mental health challenges unique to our cultural and social environment. From exploring therapy options available in Melbourne to discussing mental health initiatives across the country, our blog connects you with resources that matter locally.
A clinical psychologist is a trained mental health professional who helps people understand and manage psychological distress, emotional difficulties, and behavioural challenges.
Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a complex and often misunderstood mental health condition.
At Cova Psychology in Melbourne, we see first-hand how environmental concerns can impact mental health.
At Cova Psychology, we have a special interest in treating trauma. Many of our clients experience a deep sense of shame connected to past experiences.
As a clinical psychologist in Melbourne, I’ve found that many of my clients often wonder whether their experiences are better described by Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD).
One thing we often notice is that while people are aware of more commonly discussed symptoms like flashbacks or nightmares, many are surprised when their trauma presents in different ways—especially through physical, somatic symptoms.
In last week’s blog we looked at what learned helplessness is and how to understand it. This week we’re looking at the impact of learned helplessness and more importantly how you can respond to it.
Learned helplessness is a state of mind where someone believes they have no control over their life, even when they do. As a result they stop trying to change or improve their situation even in areas where action could lead to positive outcomes.
A client recently asked if they could discuss “sex” in therapy, a topic they had avoided despite exploring other private areas of their life.