What You Need to Know About EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, has become a widely recognized therapeutic method for treating trauma and distressing life experiences.EMDR was first developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, and its unique…
A Grounded Leader or a Grounded Manager?
I was seated at a local coffee shop having ordered my extra hot almond latte enjoying an unusually warm and still early spring morning, indulging in one of my favourite informal mindfulness activity – people watching. And without intending…
The mid-year slump: How to get through winter
It’s 6:30am on a workday and the alarm goes off. It’s minus 3 degrees outside and all you want to do is stay snuggled up in the warm. Your mind races: do I reset the alarm and give myself another 30 minutes? Or do I call in sick? Or do I…
The Impact of Alcohol on Mental Health
Most of us have had the odd drink (or two) with friends, to celebrate something special or had a drink whilst at an event. Drinking alcohol in Australia is regularly seen as the ‘norm’ – but is it affecting your mental health?Alcohol…
Overcoming Burnout
What is burnout?
Job burnout is an ‘occupational syndrome’ that is characterised across three dimensions:Feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion
Feelings of cynicism or negativism related to one's job
Mental distance and…
Financial stress
As cost-of-living pressures hit home and interest rates climb to their highest levels in years, it’s no wonder that more and more Australians are experiencing financial stress.We already have one of the highest household debt ratios in…
Real mean DO eat quiche: myth-busting men’s mental health
Men's mental health awareness is on the rise, and that's undoubtedly a good thing. For generations the true nature of men’s mental health has been hidden away behind a mask of toxic, misplaced masculinity. A mask that defined vulnerability…
Exercise and Mental Health
Exercise has a well-established connection with mental health and can be a powerful tool for improving mental wellbeing. Research demonstrates that exercising regularly has positive effects on mental wellbeing and it can aid recovery from common…
Guiding Your Team Through Traumatic Events
Recent violent incidents have left us all in a state of shock and disbelief. It is moments like these that remind us of the fragility of life, and the importance of supporting one another in times of trauma. As we grapple with the aftermath…
Understanding Mental Health Social Workers
In today's society, the conversation surrounding mental health has become increasingly prevalent. With this shift in awareness comes the recognition of the need for diverse and specialised professionals to support individuals in their journey…