
Many people assume stress ends once the stressful situation is resolved. The work task gets finished.The difficult conversation ends.The panic attack settles.The children finally go to sleep. Yet the body still feels tense, restless, wired, or exhausted. As a clinical psychologist, this is something I speak about with clients regularly, particularly those experiencing chronic stress, […]

If you’ve ever felt lighter after a morning walk, calmer after a healthy meal, or more hopeful after a restful night’s sleep – you’ve already experienced the link between lifestyle and mental health. These everyday choices are more than good habits – they’re proven tools for recovery. Strong scientific evidence and clinical guidelines support their […]

Nearly one in three Australians will experience an anxiety disorder during their lifetime. Every person has their own unique factors that contribute to their anxiety disorder and experiences the impact of their anxiety disorder on their well-being in different ways. People at risk include young people, women, and the LGBTQ+ community.