Written by Simone Hirst, Marketing and Communications Manager, Connect Psych Services As Mother’s Day approaches, it’s a time of mixed emotions for many, including myself. As a mother of two teenage girls and a wife, I feel incredibly grateful for the love and celebration that my family showers upon me, especially since my birthday falls … Read more
By Simone Hirst – Marketing & Communications Manager Connect Psych Services Navigating the hustle and bustle of December, and the lead-up to the holiday season can be both a challenging and emotionally charged experience. By having a rough plan of attack for when you are feeling overwhelmed, you can make sure that you can manage … Read more
Engaging kids in sports within a community setting can be instrumental in equipping them with good mental well-being practices in several ways: 1. **Social Support:** Community-based sports foster a sense of belonging and connection among children. They learn to work in teams, communicate effectively, and develop friendships. These social connections act as a support network, … Read more
By Dr Natalie Flatt Ph.D Co-Founder of Connect Psych Services Ah, the dreaded exam season – a time etched in every student’s memory. For adolescents, this period can often feel like a high-stakes marathon, where success is measured by a letter grade on a piece of paper. The pressure, both from external sources and self-imposed, … Read more
Dr Natalie Flatt Ph.D Co-Founder Connect Psych Services “I’m not good enough for this role”, “Why would people pay for my advice?”, “Luck was on my side with that presentation/project today”, “They are going to figure out I don’t know enough” … Does this sound familiar? Most of us have experienced feelings of doubt … Read more
The Psychological Experience of Adapting to Change Dr Natalie Flatt Ph.D Co-Founder of Connect Psych Services Change, in general, can be challenging; especially in times when it comes suddenly and unexpectedly. Yes, we have experienced so many spectrums of emotions during this pandemic however, let’s not forget the usual lifespan events we all go through … Read more
Time, Time, Time Do you ever feel like there are not enough hours in a day? You run and run around the clock, busy all day long, yet at the end of the day the list of things that you’ve accomplished leaves you feeling unfulfilled. When life gets busy, things tend to pile up especially … Read more
Ahhhh Sleep…. If you are currently experiencing sleepless nights, you are not alone. In the wake of the Coronavirus lockdowns over Australia we find ourselves in an unprecedented situation, so it is understandable that many individuals will be feeling more worried or anxious than usual. Increased distress can significantly impact sleep; in turn affecting personal … Read more
12 Reasons to Seek Support That Might Surprise You. Dr Natalie Flatt Ph.D, Connect Psych Services. Due to the stigma of the term ‘Mental Health Challenges’, many individuals feel that they require a ‘cut and dry’ set of symptoms to warrant seeing a therapist. This certainly does not need to be the case. More often … Read more
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