At Zest Infusion, we are excited to announce that both Jennifer Cook, psychologist, and Donna Kerr, accredited mental health social worker, have recently completed their Part One training and are now offering Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. This groundbreaking therapy provides a powerful tool for healing trauma and transforming lives. EMDR is an innovative, powerful clinical treatment tool for successfully … Read More
Recognising the Hidden Face of Eating Disorders – My Focus on Binge Eating and Bulimia Nervosa by Alexis Preisig-Toro, Psychologist
When most people think of an eating disorder, they often picture a thin, young, white woman. But this stereotype is not only outdated—it’s harmful. The majority of people struggling with eating disorders don’t fit this image. Further, the mortality rate for people with eating disorders is up to six times higher than that for people without eating disorders. The increased risk … Read More
Cultivating a Healthy Body and Mind by Jennifer Cook, Psychologist
Good mental and physical health empowers you to meet life’s daily demands, manage stressors effectively, and live a fulfilling life. Individuals with robust mental health enjoy positive emotional and social well-being, demonstrating resilience against change and challenges. Here are some evidence-based strategies to help maintain your mental and physical health: Prioritise Restful Sleep Quality sleep is fundamental for energy, focus, … Read More
Nine Ways to Boost Your Mood by Rachel Wilkinson, Holistic Psychotherapist & Reiki Master
How long has it been since you felt well, focused, happy, motivated with your brain and body aligned? If it’s been a while, it might be time to focus on replenishing your dopamine stores. Dopamine is the “feel good” hormone which can lift our mood for one to several hours. When we are unable to tap into feeling good, it … Read More
Nine Strengths of ADHD by Rachel Wilkinson, Holistic Psychotherapist & Reiki Master
In recent years, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) seems to be everywhere, with an increasing number of women and girls being diagnosed. Originally ADHD was thought to only affect boys and was considered something they would outgrow in time. People with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are classified as neurodivergent – this means their brains think and process information differently. Thank … Read More
EMDR Treatment by Dr John Pocock, Psychotherapist & EMDR Practitioner
I have personally witnessed the great benefit of Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) with my own family. This motivated me to investigate the merits of EMDR and how to integrate it into my psychotherapy. Many of us subconsciously hold onto beliefs based on unhappy or traumatic experiences that have happened in our past. This could have been from being bullied, … Read More
The Power of Choosing a Male Therapist: Breaking Stereotypes and Finding Healing by David Norman, Clinical Psychologist
Embarking on the journey of seeing a psychotherapist can feel overwhelming. It involves sharing deeply personal experiences and finding someone who can create a safe space for exploration. We often consider factors like age, cultural background, and the ability to feel understood and supported. But have you ever thought about the role that gender plays in this decision? Client Gender … Read More
Reiki – Enhancing Holistic Wellbeing by Rachel Wilkinson, Holistic Psychotherapist & Reiki Master
Discover the power of Reiki Reiki, pronounced Ray Kee, is a unique therapeutic practice that originated in Japan. This technique focuses on restoring balance to the body’s energy centres, promoting overall wellbeing. With a history dating back to the 1920s and its introduction to the West in the 1970s by a Hawaiian Japanese woman, Reiki has been passed down from … Read More
Seeing The Whole Picture by Petronella Grobbelaar, Psychologist
Take on the challenge of approaching the New Year with a fresh perspective. Change the way you see the world and strive to embrace the bigger picture. 2024, A new year Happy 2024 Zesty community! It is the end of the festive season and “back to school, back to reality” for most of us. Our last blog post for 2023 … Read More
Why can Christmas be such a difficult time for some? by Petronella Grobbelaar, Psychologist
As we start to approach the end of an experience, we start to reminisce, think back, and review how the experience was. What you need to know about your mind We do the same with every year we go through. By the end of the year, we start to think back to the events that occurred and the lessons we … Read More