Coping Skills

September 11, 2025
Reaching out and supporting someone struggling – R U OK? Day graphic by CBT Professionals

How to Ask Someone If They’re OK: A Psychologist’s Guide to Starting the Conversation

  How to Ask “Are You OK?” and Support Someone Who’s Struggling A psychology-informed guide to meaningful conversations Checking in with someone can feel like a small gesture — but it can have a profound impact. Asking “Are you OK?” is more than just a question; it shows care, helps […]
September 5, 2025
Body Image and Eating Disorder Awareness Week

Body Image and Eating Disorder Awareness Week

Every year, Body Image and Eating Disorder Awareness Week invites us to reflect on the complex relationship we have with our bodies — and how much of that relationship goes beyond the surface. From media-driven ideals to deeply personal experiences of self-worth, our body image is not just about how […]
August 22, 2025
Understanding Shame and Its Role in Mental Health

Understanding Shame and Its Role in Mental Health

Shame is one of the most powerful — and often least talked about — human emotions. Unlike guilt, which is about feeling bad for something we have done, shame is the deep, sinking feeling that there is something wrong with who we are. It is a sense of being fundamentally […]
August 9, 2025
ADHD in Relationships

Adult ADHD & Couples Support Helensvale & Gold Coast

ADHD in Relationships: How Adult ADHD Impacts Connection — and What to Do When you think of Attention‑Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), images of fidgeting children, short attention spans or hyperactivity might come to mind. But ADHD in adulthood, especially in close relationships, brings its own set of challenges and opportunities. For […]
August 9, 2025
Developing Self-Compassion

Developing Self-Compassion

If your inner voice is more critical than kind, you’re not alone. Many of us are far harder on ourselves than we’d ever be to a friend. We second-guess our decisions, replay our mistakes, and hold ourselves to unrealistic standards. This kind of harsh self-talk often stems from deeply held […]
August 1, 2025
Text graphic reading “Anxiety Around Ageing” representing coping with anxiety and life transitions in adults

Managing Anxiety During Life Transitions and Ageing

  Navigating Life Transitions: Coping with Ageing and Role Changes Life is full of transitions — from stepping into new roles, navigating physical changes, becoming parents or grandparents, retiring, or caring for ageing loved ones. While these shifts are a natural part of life’s journey, they can also bring uncertainty, […]

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