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This blog is about Depression. In this top causes of depression are discussed and how you can access treatment and support. Includes tips for helping yourself, and guidance for family and friends.Read the blog to know more about depression awareness.
2024-04-10 08:23
Laughter is a universal language, a symphony of joy that transcends cultural boundaries and connects us all. From a hearty belly laugh to a contagious giggle, the act of laughing holds immen… Read More
2024-04-03 08:50
Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) is a therapeutic approach grounded in the principles of humanistic and process-experiential psychology. It offers a unique perspective on treating trauma by foc… Read More
2024-03-19 15:53
What is Complex PTSD?
Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (Complex PTSD or C-PTSD) is a psychological disorder that can develop in individuals who have been exposed to prolonged, re… Read More
2024-03-15 12:19
Happy International Women’s Day!
In today’s fast-paced world, women are often juggling multiple roles, from career pursuits to family responsibilities, all while striving to main… Read More
2024-03-01 07:53
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is often associated with childhood, but it’s a condition that can persist into adulthood, affecting various aspects of life, including r… Read More
2024-02-26 17:53
Social phobia, also known as social anxiety disorder, is a debilitating psychological condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. While it can manifest in various aspects of li… Read More
2024-02-15 15:33
Imposter syndrome, a psychological phenomenon characterised by persistent feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy despite evident success, is a prevalent issue in modern workplaces. Whether yo… Read More
2024-02-11 09:15
In the realm of elite sports, young athletes grapple with a unique set of psychological challenges that extend beyond the physical rigours of training and competition. As they strive for exc… Read More
2024-02-02 14:37
In the pursuit of excellence, many individuals find themselves trapped in the intricate web of perfectionism. While the desire to achieve high standards is commendable, perfectionism can hav… Read More
2024-01-24 06:49
As the back-to-school season approaches, many parents find themselves navigating the choppy waters of their child’s anxiety. Whether your child is entering a new grade, a new school, o… Read More
2024-01-18 14:01
As the festive season comes to a close and the new year begins, many people find themselves grappling with a sense of melancholy known as the January Blues. Post-holiday depression is a comm… Read More
2024-01-05 22:04
As we step into a new year, the air is filled with resolutions, ambitions, and a renewed sense of purpose. For many, setting goals is a tradition, but understanding the psychology behind goa… Read More
2023-12-27 15:00
As the holiday season unfolds with its twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the scent of cinnamon wafting through the air, it serves as a poignant reminder to pause, reflect, and embra… Read More
2023-12-08 08:52
Sunnier times are coming! Collectively, it can feel like our moods are improving coming into the sun rising earlier and the air warming. Just like any other time of the year, we need to prio… Read More
2023-11-08 00:43
As a society, we are becoming more comfortable speaking about our mental health and seeking support. Post pandemic, individuals are seeking therapy more than ever. Over 3.4 million Australia… Read More
2023-10-18 08:53
Welcome to a mind-bending journey through the intricate corridors of human transformation! Change, that elusive chameleon of our existence, has intrigued, baffled, and propelled us throughou… Read More
2023-09-21 08:43
Spring, the season of rebirth, blossoms, and warmer temperatures, is often heralded as a time of renewal and rejuvenation. As flowers bloom and days become longer, there’s an underlyin… Read More
2023-09-08 09:13
Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the vital role that fathers play in their families’ lives. As we honour the contributions and sacrifices of fathers everywhere, it’s cru… Read More
2023-08-15 08:44
In today’s digital era, screens have become an inseparable part of our daily lives, and children are no exception. From smartphones and tablets to computers and televisions, screens su… Read More
2023-08-03 09:03
Children thrive in environments that provide a sense of predictability and stability. Routine plays a fundamental role in shaping a child’s development and well-being. It offers a stru… Read More
2023-07-27 08:35
While the importance of self-care is widely acknowledged, many people still struggle to integrate self-care practices into their daily lives. Various barriers can make prioritising self-care… Read More
2023-07-12 08:21
In today’s world, many individuals find themselves grappling with the burden of financial stress caused by inflation and the ever-increasing cost of living. The pressure to make ends m… Read More
2023-07-06 22:35
As winter settles in, there’s an undeniable craving for comforting foods that warm both our bodies and souls. From steaming bowls of soup to hearty stews and freshly baked treats, thes… Read More
2023-06-30 07:26
As the temperature drops and the days grow shorter, many individuals find themselves grappling with a noticeable shift in their mood and energy levels. This phenomenon is often referred to a… Read More
2023-06-23 04:45
As the crisp Queensland winter sets in and the final school bell of the term resonates through the classrooms, children rush home with the promise of a break filled with late bedtimes and mo… Read More
2023-06-19 07:14
LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Therapy is a crucial aspect of mental health support for individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer/questioning,or asexual It encom… Read More
2023-05-31 06:23
Self-care in today’s fast-paced world has become increasable evident and essential.
Self-care involves taking deliberate actions to nurture and maintain our physical, emotional… Read More
2023-05-26 05:51
Discipline is an essential aspect of parenting, as it helps children understand boundaries, develop self-control, and learn appropriate behaviour.
However, finding the right balance between… Read More
2023-05-17 07:10
Whilst emotional regulation is not a skill we are born with – it is something we can be taught. Helping our kids self-regulate a wide range of emotions is among parents’ most imp… Read More
2023-04-19 03:54
Does empathetic parenting play a role in a child’s emotional development?
Yes! Child and family psychologists have found that empathetic parenting plays a significant role in a child&r&hell…Read More
2023-04-11 04:03
Parenting can be a tough and often thankless job.
From the moment we bring our children home from the hospital, we are faced with countless decisions and responsibilities that can leave us… Read More
2023-03-30 07:35
Traveling miles to seek professional psychological help? Not anymore!
With the rapid rise of technology, telehealth has emerged as an innovative solution to bridge the gap between people and… Read More
2023-03-16 03:16
Do you find your self-image, likes, dislikes and goals change frequently in confusing ways?
You may feel like you are on a rollercoaster – with a waving sense of who you are, and unsta… Read More
2023-03-08 08:06
Mental health affects men and women differently. Women’s mental health is affected by a multitude of major life transitions.
Depression and anxiety are more commonly found in women. I… Read More
2023-03-02 02:41
Self-esteem is your opinion of yourself. This opinion of yourself can directly impact your overall emotional and mental wellbeing.
This is why a healthy self-esteem is necessary for a happy… Read More
2023-02-16 09:32
What attachment style am I?
Why do we act the way we do in relationships?
Curious about what attachment styles are and which one you may be? Do we allow ourselves to get close or do we activ… Read More
2023-02-08 06:16
You’ve just entered a new relationship! They were charming and confident, but now you seem to notice them being selfish and shallow…
Is it possible you could be dating or starti… Read More
2023-01-25 23:06
Is your temper, aggression or outbursts controlling your life?
Anger is a normal and healthy emotion, it conveys a message and tells you when a situation isn’t comfortable, upsetting o… Read More
2023-01-21 02:54
Feel like work is all you do?
Achieving work-life balance can be tough. Balancing your personal and professional life can be difficult and challenging, but it is essential. Essential for you… Read More
2023-01-11 06:08
Welcome to 2023!
A new year for most means new resolutions and goals to work towards. For some of us, this means improving our mental health. Forbes Magazine recognises that improving menta… Read More
2022-12-23 04:13
How do I deal with holiday stress?! The holidays can be joyous and a very relaxing time with good food, gifts and family reunions. However, it can also be that time that we can experience th… Read More
2022-12-18 05:17
You’ve finally put 40 (or so) weeks of pregnancy and long hours of childbirth behind you, and you’re officially a mother. Congratulations!
Now comes the transition from pregnancy… Read More
2022-12-09 06:18
Social anxiety disorder, sometimes referred to as social phobia, is an anxiety disorder that causes fear or anxious feelings in social settings. We all know the feeling of being awkward or n… Read More
2022-11-30 23:35
Acceptance and commitment therapy, referred and abbreviated to ACT, is an action-oriented approach to psychotherapy. ACT receives its name from the core message: accept what is out of our co… Read More
2022-11-24 04:19
Autism spectrum disorder, commonly referred to and known as ASD, affects individuals and how they interact and communicate with their peers. ASD affects how the person makes sense of the wor… Read More
2022-11-09 08:51
What is a panic attack?
A panic attack (otherwise known as an anxiety attack) is a short episode of extreme anxiety which causes physical sensations. Panic attacks can occur unexpectedly and… Read More
2022-11-02 01:10
Approximately 2-3% of the population are dealing with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). That’s 500,000 Australians!
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder that u… Read More
2022-10-13 19:49
Approximately one million Australians are living with an eating disorder – that’s 4% of the entire population! Further, 31.6% of Australian adolescents engage in disordered eatin… Read More
2022-10-05 09:20
Building resilience – the ability to adapt well to trauma, tragedy, threats, and sources of stress – helps our children manage feelings of uncertainty and stress. However, teachi… Read More
2022-09-28 04:53
While loss is an inevitable part of life, it is something that most of us are quite frankly – terrified – to experience. Grief Counselling can assist with the human reaction to l… Read More
2022-09-17 22:12
Schema Therapy is a newer therapy, combing elements of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), emotion-focused therapy, attachment therapy and others. It is an integrative approach to treat men… Read More
2022-09-17 22:04
EXPERIENCING TRAUMA?
Trauma can occur at any age and is a response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event. This event overwhelms an individual’s ability to cope. It causes feelin… Read More
2022-08-31 01:49
Life Coaching can help you identify obstacles holding you back, clarify your goals and construct strategies to move forward in life. Life Coaching is a relationship between the coach, and th… Read More
2022-08-23 14:45
A Sex Therapist helps couples, and individuals address medical; psychological; personal or interpersonal factors that may be causing sexual dysfunction. Sexual dysfunction is more common tha… Read More
2022-07-16 02:07
Money anxiety, also known as financial anxiety, is more common than ever. Money concerns in our lives causes stress and could eventually invite feelings of anxiety as a result. This anxiety… Read More
2022-07-05 02:08
Parenting styles and their effects differ for each child. These styles can affect how children feel about themselves. There are four main parenting styles. These include permissive, neglectf… Read More
2022-06-23 00:08
Looking for anxiety help? Our Anxiety Help Brisbane psychologists are here to help! While “anxiety” is a common term, it is hard to know what anxiety truly is. Anxiety disorder c… Read More
2022-06-01 05:34
CBT Professionals has highly trained Child Psychologist South Brisbane. We provide assessments and treatment for your children. Firstly, we know how important children’s mental health… Read More
2022-05-02 22:07
We all have mental health struggles that affect us differently. Our loved ones or people we know can suffer the same as us. Helping someone else with their mental health can be tricky. You m… Read More
2022-04-12 01:24
It’s that time of the year when school holidays sneak up on us and leave us wondering how to entertain our children all day. We want to create a calm but stimulating environment for ou… Read More
2022-03-16 05:08
Our Brisbane clinic has had several enquiries about receiving help with managing depression. Depression is a complex mental health condition that effects a person’s mood. Firstly, it c… Read More
2022-03-08 06:07
Body dysmorphia is more than just feeling insecure about your appearance. We firstly all have something we would like to change about ourselves. We all have days where we look in the mirror… Read More
2022-02-15 00:36
The pandemic has had a major impact on all our lives. Managing anxiety during covid can be difficult and new. We are facing challenges that can cause us to be overwhelmed, stressed, or worri… Read More
2022-02-06 00:20
We can be starting to think about supporting children’s return to school. Returning to school is important for children to have social interactions and in-person learning for emotional… Read More
2022-01-14 09:36
Unrelenting standards affect everyone emotionally. We can feel high internal standards and feel constantly stressed to meet them. We can think we are not good or perfect enough. Coming into… Read More
2021-12-21 05:10
What is a Boundary?
A boundary sets the standard for how you want to be treated and communicates with others what’s ok and what’s not ok with you. Boundaries vary on a spectrum… Read More
2021-11-16 21:27
“Action is a great restorer and builder of confidence. Inaction is not only the result, but the cause, of fear. Perhaps the action you take will be successful; perhaps different action… Read More
2021-11-04 22:08
How to Manage Adult ADHD Symptoms and a Diagnosis?
Lately we have seen more adults come into the clinic querying if they have a ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) diagnosis and… Read More
2021-10-17 02:30
Why bringing natural light and biophilic design into our spaces is good for our mind…
Bringing natural light and biophilic design into our spaces incurs a multitude of benefits. A top… Read More
2021-10-03 01:00
The quality of our relationships has an extremely large impact on our wellbeing and functioning. When we are feeling “low”, “confused” or “disconnected”… Read More
2021-09-19 02:00
What is Poly Vagal Theory?
New psychology research explores Poly Vagal Theory and the vagus nerve’s role in helping us to feel safe. Jill Miller described, “This is a way to be i… Read More
2021-09-02 23:42
What is Burnout?
Burnout is characterised as a psychological syndrome that occurs in response to prolonged exposure to stress at work. Research shows that burnout can lead to mental and phys… Read More
2021-03-02 04:45
Managing Anxiety through Mindful Activity
What does a human have in common with a cow? Well, just like a cow chews their cud (called rumination) humans have a tendency to ruminate, but in a… Read More
2021-01-26 16:08
When we think about trauma, we tend to think about Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) e.g. war, assault, family violence, natural disaster or motor vehicle accidents. Many clients who pres… Read More
2020-10-21 01:45
Our modern-day life can certainly be challenging with many demands on our time, attention and energy and we can become overwhelmed. We may think we are not good enough in some way as we stru… Read More
2020-07-15 19:01
This extended blog will review a brief history of climate change and how the evolution of the human mind works against us through cognitive biases, when we attempt to understand climate cha… Read More
2020-06-25 11:24
Ever wondered why people have different reactions to situations? Like why are some people petrified to talk in front of others, whilst others seem carefree and confident. Or why do some peop… Read More
2020-06-16 04:30
Conception, pregnancy and the post-natal period can be such a rollercoaster of emotions and experiences for many women and their partners. This can include everything from difficulties conce… Read More
2020-06-09 23:58
What is Bipolar Disorder ?
First of all, let’s bust the common myths usually associated with Bipolar Disorder. Have you ever heard anyone say “You have so many moods, you are Bip… Read More
2020-05-29 04:34
Alcohol is a widely accepted part of Australian culture and the consumption of alcohol here is widespread. Having a drink is normalised within Australia that it can actually seem strange for… Read More
2020-02-21 06:03
Just like adults, children can experience various mental illnesses including depression. Depression can affect up to 3% of Australian children and adolescents. Childhood depression can be a… Read More
2020-02-04 00:56
What is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Think about your email that gets filled up with lots of emails every day. We have our inbox for important emails and we have a junk mail folder f… Read More
2020-01-08 00:09
Bushfires that have threatened and ravished communities in recent weeks have been devastating. The impact will be widely felt for a long time as communities rebuild and recover from the fire… Read More
2019-12-10 01:28
Anxiety is a fear-based emotion that is experienced by all human beings, including children, just like every other emotion. Anxiety is an emotion that arises when we are scared of something… Read More
2019-11-22 22:52
Anxiety and Depression are common and serious mental health conditions that have the potential to result in significant distress and impairment. The Australian Bureau of Statistics estimates… Read More
2019-11-17 16:00
It’s an unfortunate reality for all of us that death is part of life. But bereavement can seem so painful and overwhelming we might feel like this is an abnormal and unnatural experien… Read More
2019-11-09 08:16
Do you have trouble falling or staying asleep or wake feeling like you haven’t rested at all? Chances are that you have experienced sleep problems at some stage in your life, often as… Read More
2019-11-05 00:06
On the 1st of November, 2019, the government
released a new Medicare initiative to support the treatment of person’s with an
Eating Disorder.
Person’s with a diagnosed eating… Read More
2019-08-27 01:19
With an ever-growing multitude of
platforms through which children can access online games – smartphones, PlayStation,
Xbox, Nintendo Switch – it can feel impossible to prevent c… Read More
2019-08-16 05:23
As a parent you have two ways of reducing bullying.
One is to encourage your child not to bully others.
The other is to help your child deal with bullying
effectively.
Both o… Read More
2019-08-13 03:43
Let’s find out about this ‘disorder’ – What is ADHD?
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Psychiatric Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-V) is often used to define th… Read More
2019-07-31 02:43
Self-Harm Causes and Treatment
If you have found your way to this blog, you or someone you love may be harming themselves. This information may help you understand why someone self-harms and… Read More
2019-07-05 12:00
Anorexia Nervosa is a serious psychological disorder that is characterised by a person’s core desire to be thinner and lose weight, and with an intense obsessional fear of gaining weig… Read More
2019-07-03 09:01
Treatment for Childhood Trauma
What is Trauma?
When I was studying to become a psychologist, I learned about a study called the Adverse Childhood Experiences study1 (or ACE’s), and it… Read More
2019-06-09 02:11
Living with a chronic physical health condition can be like sitting in the passenger’s seat enduring the journey while the health condition takes control of the driver’s seat dic… Read More
2019-05-11 07:38
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy or DBT is a cognitive behavioural therapy originally developed for treating Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Since its inception, however, its applicabili… Read More
2019-04-30 00:47
When talking about health problems during pregnancy most people are able to identify physical symptoms with recognition of mental health problems being quite low. Did you know that 1 in 5 wo… Read More
2019-04-18 05:05
Do I Have an Eating Disorder?
Do you have a love/hate relationship with food or eating? Do you have an intense fear of putting on weight or getting fat (regardless of your body shape o… Read More
2019-04-09 11:29
At the heart of the struggle with Bulimia Nervosa is an extreme focus and worry about weight and body shape, with a person’s sense of self and judgements of self-worth dependant on ach… Read More
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