by Gemma Healey | Sep 19, 2023 | Adult therapy, Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Why children (and adults) need down time We often underestimate the importance of having down time in our lives, time to do nothing in particular. When we allow ourselves to let go of focusing on specific activities, the brain stays VERY active. Unfocused time...
by Gemma Healey | Aug 17, 2023 | Adult therapy, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Uncategorized
Loneliness and reconnecting: Be mindful of the tea I was listening to an interview with Simon Sinek the other day. When the interviewer asked how he was, Simon openly and honestly replied that he was lonely. He then went on to talk about the challenges of loneliness,...
by Gemma Healey | Jun 30, 2023 | Adult therapy, Couple Therapy
What is assertiveness and why is it important? Many of us have been in situations where we have not received what we wanted or needed. This might have been at work, with friends, family, or in our intimate relationships. It can be easy to think “I am just not an...
by Gemma Healey | May 10, 2023 | Adult therapy, Child and Adolescent Mental Health
What is neurodiversity affirming therapy? What is neurodivergence? We all have different brains, with different strengths and weaknesses. Some people share similarities in the way their brains process information. People who share these similarities can be described...
by pato | Apr 29, 2023 | Adult therapy, FAQ, Uncategorized
What to expect when seeing a clinical psychologist Seeing a psychologist for the first time can be a daunting experience for some people. It’s completely normal to feel a little nervous and apprehensive. Knowing what to expect before you arrive can help ease your...
by Gemma Healey | Mar 27, 2023 | Adult therapy, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Uncategorized
What to do when sleep hygiene isn’t enough? Many Australians, young and old, struggle with sleep. It’s estimated that four in ten Australians regularly experience inadequate sleep or poor sleep quality. While good sleep hygiene is helpful, and certainly has an...