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
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
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
Understanding And Calming The Anxious Mind by Carly Alleway, Psychologist
Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in Australia. Research indicates that 1 in 4 people will experience anxiety at some point in their lifetime. What is anxiety? Anxiety and stress often present similarly in our body. STRESS can be described as the pressure we feel from excessive demands and increased obstacles that we need to overcome in order to achieve … Read More
Finding HOPE amidst hopelessness by Dr. Ilze Grobler (Clinical Psychologist & Director)
As a mental health professional, I cannot help but reflect on one of the most helpful things I have learned in my career: the power of finding hope amidst hopelessness. I often ask my clients during their first session: “What do you HOPE to get out of treatment?” The purpose behind this question is to gently guide clients towards a … Read More
Care and Support During Uncertain Times – COVID-19 by Shannon Moule (Clinical Psychologist)
Dear Zesty Community, I felt called to connect with our ZESTY community to acknowledge and assist during these uncertain times. We (Australians) have been through a lot so far this year: fires, floods and now COVID-19. It wouldn’t be surprising if you and other people around you are experiencing heightened levels of negative emotions right now. And it’s not surprising … Read More
How our life stories impact our bodies By Dr Johanna Lynch (GP Psychotherapist)
Our very own Dr Johanna Lynch has had a chapter included in a new mental health textbook launched this month, entitled Humanising Mental Health in Australia: a guide to trauma-informed approaches. Her chapter, co-authored with eminent Norwegian GP researcher Anna Luise Kirkengen, is entitled Biology and Experience Intertwined: trauma, neglect and the physical body. We asked her for a sneak preview of … Read More
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