PSYCHOLOGY BLOG
Psychological wellbeing can be explored through our awareness of how stress, mental health, coping and relationships may be impacting us. We aim to support you to increase your awareness and explore strategies for the future. Discover more about equine assisted therapy and psychology here.
The Importance for Clinical Supervision in Mental Health Practice and Equine Assisted Therapy
In the dynamic world of mental health practice and Equine Assisted Therapy (EAT), supervision plays a pivotal role in shaping professionals' skills, enhancing self-awareness, and ensuring ethical practice. This comprehensive guide explores the integration of...
Reflections on the Pandemic: Navigating Chaos, Resilience, and Hope
What Just Happened? The COVID-19 pandemic is one of the most disruptive forces that we have experienced in humankind for millennia. It has caused a devastating amount of loss, destruction, grief, and financial ruin. Humans, predominantly social creatures, were forced...
Navigating Grief During Christmas
As the holiday lights adorn our houses and the festive spirit fills the air, for many, this time of year can bring both joy and sadness. For those grappling with the profound loss of a loved one or experiencing changes in relationships, the holiday season may...
Helping Children Navigate Anxiety, Grief, and Loss
As a psychologist, I have had the privilege of working with young individuals and their families to help them understand and cope with challenging emotions like anxiety, grief, and loss. These emotions can be particularly overwhelming for children, as they often lack...
Strategies for Promoting Good Mental Health
World Mental Health Day, observed on October 10th each year, serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health and well-being. It's a day to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage individuals to prioritise their mental health. In this blog post, we will...
Horses and Limbic Resonance
Limbic resonance is a psychological term used to describe a phenomenon in which two individuals, synchronise and regulate their emotional states through nonverbal communication. Recent research highlights mammal’s ability in particular horses’ adeptness at...
How we can learn from horses in equine assisted therapy
Horses are highly sensitive animals that can pick up on human emotions and energy. In equine-assisted therapy, horses can play an important role in helping individuals manage stress by providing a calming and therapeutic presence. Here are some ways horses may manage...
Parenting Resilient Children – Building Strengths for a Brighter Future
As a parent, you play a critical role in shaping your child's future. One of the most valuable gifts you can give them is the ability to navigate life's challenges with resilience. Resilience is the capacity to bounce back from adversity, adapt to change, and maintain...
Social Anxiety Disorder and ways to embrace authentic connections
Research shows that nearly 11 per cent of the Australian population experiences SAD (Social Anxiety Disorder) during their lifetime [1]. This condition often begins in childhood and or adolescence. SAD is a marked and persistent fear of social situations in which the...
Breaking the Cycle: Ideas for Overcoming Negative Thinking Patterns
Negative thinking is a common issue that many people struggle with. It can be frustrating, overwhelming, and may lead to feelings of anxiety or depression. Negative thoughts can make it challenging to focus on the positive aspects of life, and they may even lead to...
Mindfulness for Primary School Aged Children
Mindfulness is a practice that has gained popularity in recent years, and for good reason. It's been shown to reduce stress, improve focus, and increase overall well-being. While it may seem like something only adults can do, children can benefit from mindfulness as...
Ideas for coping and getting out of the house to socialise in the Pandemic
What Just Happened? Coping with a 'new normal' during and following the COVID- 19 Pandemic…. Across the world the management of COVID-19 has changed lives, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually, due to restrictions, social distancing and isolation...
What is Equine Assisted Therapy And How Can It Help?
If you’ve experienced a traumatic incident or require a psychologist for another reason, Equine Assisted Therapy might be a suitable option for you. What is Equine Assisted Therapy? Equine assisted therapy(or Equine Assisted Psychology) encompasses all...
Pandemic Flux Syndrome
What is Pandemic Lux Syndrome? Amy Cuddy Ph.D coined the ‘Pandemic Lux Syndrome’ to synthesise a non-clinical term describing a mix of feelings associated with changes to life and lockdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Pandemic Lux Syndrome is defined as ‘Blunted...
Disenfranchised Grief and Fatigue
Disenfranchised Grief and Fatigue Disclaimer: This is a blog written for information only. If you are not feeling like yourself or are struggling with various emotional highs and lows it is a good idea to check in with your GP or a mental health professional. Since...
What to expect prior to and during your first appointment at harnessing wellness psychology.
For people who have not attended psychological counselling before, you will be connected with your psychologist prior to coming to your appointment.
Making a psychologist appointment
For many people making the decision or being advised to seek psychological counselling can be difficult. Many people often comment that the hardest part was making the first appointment. There may be worry and anxiety about picking up the phone and making a booking,...
Children recovering from chronic illness and equine assisted psychology
Children recovering from a serious and chronic medical illness, like cancer, leukemia, or managing issues like epilepsy are at a greater risk of developing emotional challenges, including stress, anxiety and depression. Young children can struggle to understand why...
Taking Care – Five Ways to Manage Stress During Covid-19
Looking after our selves at this time is really important. Stress has increased for many during the COVID-19 pandemic, as it is a time where “normal” life has changed. The living landscape can be unfamiliar. People are getting tired, the lock down has been going on...
Loneliness and Social Distance
We need other beings. The feeling of loneliness is powerful and can be emotionally painful and can affect people in many ways. The idea behind loneliness is that is draws us back to others to reduce the pain. The areas of the brain that deal with social exclusion are...
Harnessing Wellness with self-care
Self-care, the focus on daily habits matters Self-care are the things we should do regularly to support our mental and emotional health. Self-care isn’t something you do every once in a while. It is a way of life. It is what you do consistently to prevent getting...
Harnessing Wellness with Humour
Right now in a world with pandemics, racism and greed, we need humour, kindness and laughter. Humour helps build resilience and facilitates emotional, intellectual, social and physical wellness. Have you ever tried not to smile when someone is being funny or have you...
Harnessing Wellness by Quieting the Inner Critic
In your quiet moments alone, do you find that you have a small voice in the back of your mind? One that tells you that you’re not good enough or can’t achieve your goals. Your inner critic is key to limiting your potential, and your ability to move past this coping...
Harnessing Wellness by Building Resilience
At various points in your life, you’re bound to face adversity. Whether it’s following the death of a loved one, mental illness, financial hardship, the unexpected illness of a friend or another heartbreaking tragedy, once sure-fire way to find strength is through...
5 Ways Grief & Loss Can Affect Your Health
What is grief? The feelings of grief can be caused by a loss of something or someone valuable to you. The pain of loss can feel overwhelming and can affect your life in ways you might not have thought. Everyone copes with loss differently, and how you grieve may...
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