Why we use AI scribes in your sessions AI scribes are secure digital tools that listens to live speech during your session. They then turn it into a draft clinical note for your psychologist to review. We use AI scribes because they help us give you more focused care while still meeting our professional and […]
Friendships play a vital role in our lives, offering companionship, self-esteem, and support. They also offer unique health benefits, enhancing many aspects of our physical and mental well-being. In this blog post, we’ll explore the science behind the benefits of friendship and why investing in meaningful connections can lead to a happier, healthier life. The […]
As psychologists, we often witness the profound impact that friendships have on our clients’ mental, emotional, and even physical well-being. Friendships are not just a source of joy, support, and connection; they are deeply intertwined with our physical and mental health and overall life satisfaction. However, maintaining friendships as adults can be uniquely challenging and […]
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Relationship therapy helps people in relationships build more trusting, supportive, and fulfilling connections with each other. Despite its growing popularity, many people have misconceptions about relationship therapy. Here are the most common myths we hear; Relationship therapy is only for people who are married, in long-term relationships, or in crisis, and it focuses on the negative and taking sides.
Are you caught in a cycle of negative thinking, dwelling on past mistakes, worrying about the future? Try tackling your negative thinking with thought challenging and cognitive de-fusion.
Learn to manage your anxiety by identifying your unhelpful thinking styles and developing more balanced, realistic ways of interpreting the situation.
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.
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is a cognitive behavioural therapy designed to treat PTSD. It addresses negative beliefs or “stuck points” resulting from trauma. CPT involves 12 sessions, focusing on re-evaluating distorted beliefs and processing the trauma. Research supports its effectiveness in reducing PTSD, depression, and alcohol misuse symptoms.
Psychological therapy can greatly enhance well-being. These five tips can maximize its benefits: create space before and after your psychology sessions for reflection, clarify your goals , extend reflection outside of sessions to recognize patterns, actively participate in applying insights, and be patient and kind to yourself throughout the process.
