Concussion

Concussion

AuthorSarah PollockClinical Psychologist and Clinical Neuropsychologist BA (Psych), DPsych (ClinPsych/ClinNeuro), MAPS A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) resulting from a blow or jolt to the head, which ‘stuns’ the nerves and affects how the brain...
Defence personnel (ADF) therapy

Defence personnel (ADF) therapy

Author Jac TichbonClinical PsychologistB PsychSci (Hons), MClinPsych Psychological therapy can play a crucial role in supporting members of the Defence Force by addressing the mental and emotional challenges they may face due to the high-stress nature of their work....
Harnessing Nature for Mental Health

Harnessing Nature for Mental Health

Author Stuart WilkinsonPsychologistBA Psych (Hons), MClinPsych, BA (Journalism/Sports Studies) Download the printable PDF Have you ever been for a hike in nature or sat and stared at a sunset and forgotten exactly what it was you were so worried about? Well, turns out...
Traumatic Brain Injury and Psychology

Traumatic Brain Injury and Psychology

Download the printable PDF Author: Caitline Knight ENDORSED PSYCHOLOGIST,  Clinical Neuropsychologist Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is defined as a disruption in normal brain function caused by an external force, such as a blow, jolt, or penetrating injury to the head....
School Refusal

School Refusal

Download the printable PDF What is it? It’s not unusual for young people to sometimes feel anxious about going to school. For some, these feelings can be overwhelming and may build up until they result in school refusal, or “School Can’t”. The term “School Can’t” is...
Chronic Pain

Chronic Pain

Download the printable PDF Chronic pain Chronic Pain refers to pain that persists for more than 12 weeks. It is a complex condition that can significantly impact an individual’s physical, psychological, and social well-being. While medical interventions play a crucial...
What is Masking

What is Masking

Download the printable PDF What is masking? Masking is when someone hides or suppresses symptoms, behaviours, or difficulties they are experiencing. Sometimes masking can be done consciously, for example as a coping mechanism for needing to get through a challenging...
Overcoming Hurdles in Therapy

Overcoming Hurdles in Therapy

Download the printable PDF Author: Curtis Cavanagh Psychologist Embarking on a therapeutic journey can be a daunting yet transformative experience. As clients take the courageous step towards seeking psychological support, they often encounter common hurdles that, if...
Mindfulness with Children

Mindfulness with Children

Download the printable PDF Written by: Mikayla Hancock PSYCHOLOGIST What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is a word that a lot of us are familiar with, and perhaps even practice regularly. We can think of mindfulness as being present in the moment, and bringing our...