How People with ADHD Learn Differently

How People with ADHD Learn Differently

March 13, 2026
How People with ADHD Learn Differently It has often been said that having a neurodiverse brain (e.g., a brain with ADHD, Autism etc) is NOT a deficit, but rather a simple difference in brain chemistry…and that’s 100% correct. However, while this knowledge has become more widely understood and accepted in...
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Integrating Movement, Rest and Mindfulness for Emotional Balance

Integrating Movement, Rest and Mindfulness for Emotional Balance

January 8, 2026
Integrating Movement, Rest and Mindfulness for Emotional Balance We live in a fast-paced world, moving from one task to another with a focus on constant productivity. You may find yourself thinking “when things calm down, I’ll take a break” but that time is does not come. Balance isn’t something that...
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A Play Based Approach

A Play Based Approach

January 8, 2026
A Play Based Approach Play isn’t just fun and games—it’s a powerful therapeutic tool that helps children express themselves, process emotions, practice skills, address challenges and develop essential life skills. As a Capacity Building Clinician, I regularly utilise use toys, games, craft and other activities to create a safe and...
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How to Stay Connected as a Couple Through the Christmas Season

How to Stay Connected as a Couple Through the Christmas Season

December 19, 2025
How to Stay Connected as a Couple Through the Christmas Season In many seasons, relationships need work. Active movement towards each other or drifting apart can start to happen. Statistically, the end-of-year period is more challenging for couples than other times in the year, with Christmas expectations, family commitments, and...
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Have You Ever Wondered What the Difference Is Between Counselling and Psychotherapy

Have You Ever Wondered What the Difference Is Between Counselling and Psychotherapy

October 31, 2025
Have You Ever Wondered What the Difference Is Between Counselling and Psychotherapy? You’ve probably come across the words counselling and psychotherapy—but what’s the difference? Are they the same thing with different names? And how do you know which one is right for you?These are really common questions, and it makes...
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Learning How To Say “No”- Assertive Micro-skilling

Learning How To Say “No”- Assertive Micro-skilling

September 18, 2025
Learning How to Say "No" - Assertive Micro-Skilling Learning how to say "no" can be one of the most empowering skills you can develop, yet it often feels challenging for many people. Whether it’s the fear of disappointing others or the pressure to please, setting boundaries can be difficult, but...
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Meeting Yourself Where You Are – Understanding the Stages of Change

Meeting Yourself Where You Are – Understanding the Stages of Change

September 18, 2025
Meeting Yourself Where You Are - Understanding the Stages of Change Change is deeply personal, and everyone moves through it at their own pace. Whether you are thinking about beginning therapy, or are already seeking support, you may be wondering why the process of change rarely follows a straight or...
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The INS & OUTS of Self-Esteem

The INS & OUTS of Self-Esteem

September 4, 2025
The INS & OUTS of Self-Esteem WHAT IS SELF-ESTEEM?Self-esteem can best be described as how a person thinks or feels about themselves. It is also often thought as a measure of worth someone puts on themselves as a person. WHY IS SELF ESTEEM IMPORTANT?A healthy level of self-esteem is one of...
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How to use the Zones of Regulation at Home

How to use the Zones of Regulation at Home

September 4, 2025
How to use the Zones of Regulation at Home The Zones of Regulation provides an easy way to think and talk about how we feel on the inside and sorts emotions into four coloured Zones, all of which are expected in life. The Zones of Regulation can be effectively used...
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Supporting Autism with Compassion and Understanding

Supporting Autism with Compassion and Understanding

July 4, 2025
Supporting Autism with Compassion and Understanding Navigating autism as a family member, caregiver, or educator can be both meaningful and challenging. Here are some thoughtful, practical ways to support autistic children — and yourselves — with kindness, flexibility, and empathy. 💛 For Families: Everyday Considerations When Supporting an Autistic Child💬 Be...
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The Cost of Fitting In: Understanding Neurodivergent Masking in Women

The Cost of Fitting In: Understanding Neurodivergent Masking in Women

June 6, 2025
The Cost of Fitting In: Understanding Neurodivergent Masking in Women Many women spend years of their lives feeling misunderstood or just plain exhausted by the effort of keeping up with what everyone else seems to do so easily. These women often come into therapy feeling anxious, depressed, or simply “too...
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What to Expect in Your 1st Session with a Psychologist… by Tom Grainger

What to Expect in Your 1st Session with a Psychologist… by Tom Grainger

May 13, 2025
What to Expect in Your 1st Session with a Psychologist By Tom Grainger Given the prevalence of mental health issues in the current climate, more people than ever are accessing support from mental health professionals…and it is fantastic to see that people are taking the initiative to access this kind...
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What to Expect During Your WISC-V or WAIS-IV Assessment

What to Expect During Your WISC-V or WAIS-IV Assessment

April 3, 2025
What to Expect During Your WISC-V or WAIS-IV Assessment If you or your child are scheduled for a WISC-V (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, Fifth Edition) or WAIS-IV (Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, Fourth Edition) assessment, you might be wondering what to expect. These assessments are commonly used by psychologists to...
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Exploring Mental Wellness with Sam Osmond

Exploring Mental Wellness with Sam Osmond

February 20, 2025
Exploring Mental Wellness with Sam Osmond: A Counsellor’s Approach Meet Your New Counsellor: My Approach to Mental WellnessI’m Sam Osmond, a Clinical Counsellor and Psychotherapist here at CQ Psych Services. My approach to counselling is centred on an empowering idea: shifting our perspective from seeking help only when we're feeling...
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The Power of Deep Breathing: A Simple Tool for Calming the Nervous System

The Power of Deep Breathing: A Simple Tool for Calming the Nervous System

January 23, 2025
The Power of Deep Breathing: A Simple Tool for Calming the Nervous System One of the most commonly used techniques for managing stress and anxiety is diaphragmatic breathing – often referred to as Belly Breathing. While it sounds simple enough, this breathing technique has a profound impact on the nervous...
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How to Set and Achieve Goals

How to Set and Achieve Goals

January 23, 2025
How to Set and Achieve Goals Whether they’re big or small, short-term or long-term, goals are a hugely important part of the human experience. Without any kind of goal to work towards, people can often find themselves in a rut where they are aimlessly drifting through life with no sense...
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A Day in the Life of a Provisional Psychologist in Private Practice

A Day in the Life of a Provisional Psychologist in Private Practice

January 23, 2025
A Day in the Life of a Provisional Psychologist in Private Practice Working in a private practice, I get to complete a range of interesting, challenging and unique tasks in my role as a provisional psychologist. Some of these include:Administering and scoring psychometric assessmentsResearching and evaluating various diagnosesLiasing with third...
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Back to School 

Back to School 

December 6, 2024
Back to School Whether it is your child’s first time or they are returning for another year, going to school can be an anxious time for both the child and their parents. The first weeks can set the stage for the rest of the child’s academic experience. As a parent...
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Tips from a Psych: Starting the School Year (as a Parent) 

Tips from a Psych: Starting the School Year (as a Parent) 

December 6, 2024
Tips from a Psych: Starting the School Year (as a Parent) It’s that time of year again. You remember it from when you were back at school, right? The nerves, the excitement… or perhaps it was dread. The beginning of the school year can be really tough. If you’re a...
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Maintaining Normality for Children During the Holiday Season: A Guide to Supporting Their Mental Health

Maintaining Normality for Children During the Holiday Season: A Guide to Supporting Their Mental Health

December 6, 2024
Maintaining Normality for Children During the Holiday Season: A Guide to Supporting Their Mental Health The holiday season can be a magical time for families, but for many, it can also bring stress, disruption, and overstimulation. While adults are often caught up in holiday preparations, children may struggle with the...
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    You’re Human and That’s OK Are you kinder to your friends than to yourself? Many of us are. We lack self-compassion. Being self-compassionate is simply turning compassion inward. We treat ourselves with kindness and understanding rather than being harshly self-critical when we don’t get things right or we’re having a tough time. Instead of being

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  • Is Work Burnout Real?

    Is Work Burnout Real? The answer to that is easy: YES. Burnout is a complex state of complete mental, physical, and emotional exhaustion (characterised by some key elements). Burnout is not caused solely by stressful work environments or too many responsibilities. It can be experienced by people who have experienced prolonged levels of chronic stress

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  • Let’s Talk About Depression

    Let’s Talk About Depression For many people, even in this day and age, it is still considered somewhat taboo to talk about “Depression”. However, this attitude towards depression is largely born out of a lack of understanding as to what depression actually is…   What is Depression? Depression is described as a mental health issue

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  • Supporting Our Rainbow

    Supporting Our Rainbow May 17 is a special day. On this day in 1990, the World Health Organisation removed homosexuality from the Classification of Diseases. In Australia, this milestone has been followed by other advancements for LGBTQIA+ equality (unfortunately, some slower than others – but progress nonetheless). In 2005, the first International Day Against Homophobia

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  • Unlocking Healing: Exploring the Power of EMDR Therapy

    Unlocking Healing: Exploring the Power of EMDR Therapy with Dr Rhiannon Mulcahy Many people who come to therapy have experienced big “T” and little “t” traumas in their life. Trauma refers to an emotional response to a distressing or disturbing event that overwhelms an individual’s nervous system and their ability to cope over time. Some

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  • 5 Tips to Help Your Child Make Friends…

    5 Tips to Help Your Child Make Friends… As the new school year has kicked off, many parents share a similar worry about their child… “I just hope they can make some friends”…and for good reason! Being able to make friends is a really important skill for a child to have. It helps them learn

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