Self-Validation – Learn to Believe in Yourself
Self-validation is the practice of recognising and believing in your own thoughts, feelings, and experiences without needing confirmation from others to…
Reptilian Brain Myth: Rethinking Emotion Regulation
Many of us were taught that our brain has a primitive, “reptilian” part that drives our raw emotions and impulses, with…
Modern dating Guide – Ghosting and Situationships
Navigating relationships in today’s world can feel like walking through a maze with constantly shifting walls. The ways we connect, communicate,…
Type A Personality and Unrelenting Standards – High achievers
Type A personality and the unrelenting standards schema are two distinct psychological constructs, though they share overlapping traits such as perfectionism,…
CBT works Better than painkillers
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a very well-researched therapy approach, and most psychologists in Australia are trained to deliver CBT to…
Seeing a Psychologist after a BPD relationship
Being in a long-term relationship when one partner has Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can be a complex and challenging experience for…
Seeing a Psychologist after Breakup
Breakups and the resulting distress are unfortunately common. We may experience symptoms of depression, feelings of rejection and betrayal, and physical…
Why Do I feel Empty? Chronic Emptiness as a Diagnostic Criterion in BPD
Chronic feeling of emptiness is a distressing experience often reported by individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). This sense of inner…
Can a Psychologist Diagnose?
A common question is, can a psychologist diagnose mental health conditions? Understanding the differences between psychologists, clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, and counsellors…
How To Say No
In our fast-paced world, the pressure to say yes is huge. But the truth is, always saying yes and trying to please…