Government extends telehealth funding until June 2021
The federal government has announced a $1.1 billion extension to the national COVID-19 health response. As part of this announcement, the Government has indicated it will extend the Medicare funding for allied health telehealth services and care until 30 June 2021 which …
What is Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)?
Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) is a modification of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), founded in late 1980s by psychologist Marsha M Linehan. Originally developed to treat Borderline Personality, DBT is now used to treat a wide range of mental health conditions, …
What is CBT Treatment for Anxiety
One of the most well-known psychological practices for overcoming irrational thoughts and anxieties is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). This involves challenging irrational thoughts as they enter the mind and shutting them down as to change action and behaviour. Once the …
The difference between a psychologist, psychiatrist & counsellor
What is the difference between a psychologist, clinical psychologist, psychiatrist, and counsellor? This is a commonly asked question of new clients and those considering therapy. This article sheds some light on the differences and similarities of professionals whose common goal, …
Welcome Dr Madan to our Newmarket Practice
Psychology Consultants warmly welcomes Dr Madan to the Newmarket team. Dr Madan is a Clinical Psychologist and Neuropsychologist who enjoys working with people of all ages with mild-to-severe mental health conditions. She completed a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology and Clinical …
“You’re too sensitive!”
by Cherie Dalton, Clinical Psychologist “My biggest weakness is my sensitivity” . That’s how Mike Tyson described himself. Winona Ryder also said of herself, “You go through spells where you feel that maybe you’re too sensitive for this world”. I’ve …
Spread the word! Prehistoric answers to modern questions.
By Dr Stan Steindl, Clinical Psychologist and Adjunct Associate Professor A big chunk of the modern human brain functions in exactly the same way that it did thousands of years ago. Largely, this means our actions are still motivated by …
Inside Out: A movie of the mind, a movie with a heart.
By Dr Stan Steindl, Clinical Psychologist Inside Out is a wonderful movie, and ultimately about our need as human beings to be soothed, comforted, nurtured and consoled. But before we get to that bit… All human beings have certain …
Music, Tune Into Your Emotions
By Clinical Psychology Registrar, Dr James Kirby There will be days when I am driving home from work feeling pretty exhausted, tired, stressed, and also anxious about some of the work I still have not completed but was supposed to …
Work Stress
Workplace bullying Workplace Bullying Awareness Month-June 2013. Clinical Psychologist Helen Perry shares her story. Matthew* a 37 year old project manager sits across from me, sleep deprived, anxious and jobless- a broken man. The Working Mother Juggling Act By Psychologist …