We see too often in the headlines of the media that another victim of violence has died or has been seriously injured at the hands of their partner, or someone...

Research on human-animal interactions is still relatively new. Interacting with animals has been shown to decrease levels of cortisol (a stress-related hormone). Animals can serve as a source of comfort...

Experiencing the loss of a baby is so tragic, however that also includes loss due to miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, still birth or unsuccessful IVF. As significant as these losses are...

This article refers to the health benefits of swimming, however, while this article refers to swimming we know that exercise in all of its forms is good for our health...

I am very proud to announce that I am an ‘authorised phone drop location’ for the DV SAFE Phone Organization. This is part of the H.A.L.T Project which connects agencies...

Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about life, and just how little we can truly predict and control. Each new day is a gift and a blessing, and simultaneously so...

As a psychologist I have spoken at great lengths of the need to take a break, get away, find your happy place and often use the example of going and...

As part of Psychology Week 2020, the Australian Psychological Society (APS) is hosting a free public online event on the topic of pain on Tuesday 10 November at 8pm AEDT...

headspace have written an article suggesting how gratitude can be used to improve mental and physical health....

Anyone can have a panic attack or feel very anxious at times. It can be overwhelming if someone close to you has a panic attack and you may not be...