Crying in Therapy Changes 3 Things
When we think of psychology sessions, an image often comes to mind: a tearful individual pouring their heart out on a…
What is Cognitive Restructuring or Reframing?
One, if not the biggest, finding in talk therapy (psychotherapy) was the consistently replicated evidence that our feelings (emotions) don’t exist…
What are the 4 stages of Negative Thinking?
Why our minds seem to navigate on autopilot with automatic thoughts, sometimes having negative automatic thoughts? Well, it’s not just a…
Goal Setting in Therapy
Goal setting usually happens early in therapy and helps to focus clients and therapists. But what is a therapy goal, what…
Adolescent and Adult Depression Differences
It’s well-recognised in psychology that depression comes in various forms. Moreover, adult and adolescent depression are closely related but show important…
Signs someone is struggling with mental health
When someone is struggling with mental health problems there are several signs that can be both felt by the person (from…
Depression test – the way we speak?
The impact of depression is felt by over 1.5 million Australians every year (264 million individuals worldwide), and the early testing…
What are the 4 Ps in therapy Formulation?
The 4 Ps of therapy is a model used to conceptualize the formulation and treatment of the presenting problem (the fifth…
what are the 3 types of personality disorders
When it comes to mental health, the impact of personality disorders is sometimes overlooked. However, they can significantly affect the well-being…
How do you know if you need a psychologist?
Choosing between a psychologist, psychiatrist, or counselor can be confusing process. However, the key to making this decision lies in understanding…