The term “normal” is often and indiscriminately used in our society. But how do we define what’s normal and what’s pathological, strange, or weird? Here are my thoughts…
Read MoreIt can be hard to watch a loved one, family member, or a friend suffer, and even harder to know what to do. Here’s my advise on how to help them.
Read MorePsychoeducation is considered to be an essential aspect of all therapy programs but here’s the reason why I avoid it.
Read MoreMost of us spend our days riding an emotional roller coaster with many things that can affect how our mood shifts throughout the day. Is this really normal?
Read MoreRather than taking a one-size-fits-all-approach to therapy, we can conduct a holistic assessment with the young person by using the Biopsychosocial framework.
Read MoreIt is valuable to recognise which type of discomfort a client is experiencing when working in a therapeutic setting.
Read MoreEmily is wondering which career path in psychology is right for her: general psychologist or clinical psychologist. Here is my recommendation.
Read MoreIn this video, I share the system we have in place at Strategic Psychology to minimise hassle for clients, and in turn make best use of our teams time.
Read MoreSteve has a big career decision to make and is feeling anxious to leave his comfort zone. Here is my recommendation.
Read MoreThis is the workflow we use for managing Better Thinking podcast. Included an explanation of each part of our Trello board.
Read MoreIn this video I answer a viewer’s question on diet and if it impacts how someone responds to therapy.
Read MoreSo much of my work as a psychologist revolves around a concept called "acceptance". I recorded this video on my drive into the office a couple of months back - hence the beanie!. Hope you find it helpful.
Read MoreIn this video I share my advice for early career psychologists who are deciding on which client groups to focus on.
Read MoreThe grief you experience after the loss of a loved on is not an illness - it is a normal human response and it takes time to adjust.
Read MoreWhy do many people in modern society suffer from some form of panic attack: Is it social, mental, environmental, or a combination of all three?
Read MoreDid you know that one conversation could change someone’s life? Today, Sep. 12th, is an important day for suicide prevention. It is R U OK? Day.
Read MoreIn our practice we utilise a range of systems and tools to allow psychologists to focus on therapy, not the administration. Here are the essential elements to running a successful practice.
Read MoreHow do you help someone overcome their fear, hate or resentment of money - from the point of a trusted advisor?”
Read MoreThe world would be a much different place If we could just let a feeling, thought or sensation “go”. However, it’s easier said than done. The Beatles have the answer.
Read MorePositive Psychology is founded on the belief that people want to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives, to cultivate what is best within themselves, and to enhance their experiences of love, work, and play.
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