Healing through EMDR

Healing through EMDR

What is EMDR? Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapy primarily for people with traumatic memories. It was developed in the 1980’s and is now one of the recommended interventions for PTSD and there are promising findings for its...
Recognising and Responding to Psychosis

Recognising and Responding to Psychosis

Psychosis is a mental health condition that affects a person’s thoughts, emotions, and perception of reality. Identifying early warning signs can help individuals, friends, and family members recognize the need for professional help. Here, we will discuss key...
Preparing for College or University

Preparing for College or University

7 Top Tips for Preparing for College or University from a former College Counsellor and University Tutor.  Be prepared to ride the rapids of emotions In this major life transition, leaving home, leaving your folks, friends and all that is familiar, you will be faced...
ADHD and Sleep

ADHD and Sleep

Approximately 25-50% of individuals with ADHD have difficulties with either getting to sleep, staying asleep or waking up at inappropriate times. It also is fairly common for people with ADHD to have co-occurring sleep disorders such as insomnia, sleep apnoea, and...
Inside Out

Inside Out

Inside Out: A Psychologist’s Perspective on Pixar’s Emotional Masterpiece It is no big secret that child psychologists are big fans of Disney Pixar’s 2015 movie Inside Out. It is more than just an animated film; it’s exploration of the human experience,...