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What Is CBT, and Why Do So Many Psychologists Use It?

What Is CBT, and Why Do So Many Psychologists Use It?

If you are imagining someone asking you to lie on a couch and talk about your childhood for years, that is not CBT.

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EMDR Therapy Trauma Hobart

When Trauma Gets Stuck: How EMDR Therapy Helps Your Brain Process What Talk Therapy Alone Cannot

When something overwhelming happens, your brain processes it differently from an ordinary memory. Normally, memories get filed away as “things that happened in the past.” They still exist, but they feel finished. Settled.

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 when to see GP about mental health

How Do You Know When It Is Time to Talk to Your GP About Your Mental Health?

You are still getting up. Still going to work. Still making dinner and answering emails and saying "I am fine" when people ask.

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Cognitive Testing ADHD Autism Hobart

Cognitive Testing in ADHD and Autism Assessments Hobart

Cognitive testing is not essential for every person, but for many, it is the part of the assessment that makes the biggest practical difference in their life afterwards.

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Why am I always tired - Psychological causes

Why Am I Always Tired? A Psychologist’s Guide to Understanding Exhaustion

Always tired despite a full night’s sleep? A Hobart psychologist explains the real psychological causes of exhaustion anxiety, depression, burnout, and the mental load and when to seek support.

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Beyond the Superwoman: Unpacking the Mental Load on International Women's Day

Beyond the Superwoman: Unpacking the Mental Load on International Women's Day

As we celebrate International Women's Day, we often highlight the glass ceilings shattered and the milestones achieved. We want to celebrate those victories while also addressing a quieter, internal struggle that many women face: the weight of the "mental load."

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SEPARATION ANXIETY

Separation Anxiety and Drop-Offs: Supporting Children With Calm, Confidence, and Consistency

Separation anxiety is common during childcare and school transitions and can make drop-offs stressful for children and parents alike. This blog explains why separations feel so hard, how adult responses shape anxiety, and what helps children feel safe, confident, and settled over time.

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Returning to Work and School After the Festive Season

Returning to Work and School After the Festive Season

Returning to work or school after the festive season can feel overwhelming. Learn why this transition is hard and how to support adults and children gently.

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Finding Calm in the Festive Chaos

Finding Calm in the Festive Chaos - A Mindful Guide to the Silly Season

The end of the year is often called the “silly season” - a time of celebration, family, and joy. But for many people, it is also one of the most emotionally and financially demanding times of the year. Between social obligations, gift-buying, travel plans, and family expectations, it is easy to lose the very peace we are supposed to be celebrating.

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Coping with Exam Stress

Coping with Exam Stress - Staying Calm When the Pressure’s On

Exams are often described as a “normal” part of life - but for many students (and their parents), they can feel anything but normal. The pressure to perform, the long hours, and the fear of not meeting expectations can take a real toll on mental health. Understanding how stress affects us and using practical coping tools can make this period more manageable - and even a time for growth.

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