ADHD in Adults
ADHD, which stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is a neurodevelopmental disorder, characterized by symptoms such as difficulty paying attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. It is a chronic condition …
Is telehealth any good? Notes from a Psychologist Melbourne
When Covid came along, a lot of therapists were a little sceptical about telehealth appointments. It was reassuring to hear that the research was suggesting that this way of doing therapy was just the same as face-to-face therapy…
Building Your Insight. Notes from a Psychologist Melbourne
It’s common for people to come to therapy to stop a behaviour – behaviours such as drinking, gambling, binge eating, smoking, harming oneself etc Often we think of psychology sessions or psychologists as being able to of…
Four tips to prepare for and manage parenting stress
While being a parent is enormously rewarding, it can also be hard work. From interrupted sleep when your child is small to home schooling during COVID-19 lockdown. There will be times when you have no idea what you’re do…
Eating Disorders and their Impact
Photoshop, social media, and dieting leave many individuals stuck in a vicious cycle of struggling with their relationship around food and body image. At times it can leave some exhausted making it hard to think about an…
What is EMDR and how does it treat trauma and anxiety?
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is one of only two first line treatments recommended by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for the treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). EMDR is…
Improving communication with your partner
It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been with your partner, miscommunication can result in confusion, anger, hurt or even resentment. Taking the time to reflect on how you are communicating with your partner can help to re…
Psychological trauma and its impact
What does psychological trauma look like?
Three strategies for managing stress and anxiety during lockdown
With the COVID-19 pandemic and its widespread implications continuing to progress in our community, its normal to experience various feelings, thoughts and reactions that include fear, stress, anxiety and frustration. If…
Managing emotions during COVID-19. Psychologist Melbourne Tips
With stage 4 lockdown in metropolitan Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire and stage 3 lockdown for the rest of Victoria, your anxiety and stress levels are probably high. Unlike lockdown version 1.0, this time there are man…
