I’m single, but want to find somebody and I’m afraid of getting hurt! Relationship fears
If you have been keeping up with Married at First Sight you would have seen Heidi talking about her relationship fears. She is wanting a relationship so much but finds it hard to let go of her fears… Are you at a stage in your life where you think you ...
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What is Health Anxiety? Do I have it?
Do you worry about having or developing a serious illness? Do you find yourself scanning your body and fixating on particular bodily symptoms? Many wonder what Health Anxiety actually is. You may find yourself regularly checking your body for signs of illness. e.g. checking for changes in a rash or ...
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New Year. New You.
It’s a new year. But what does this mean to you? The new year can mean many different things to different people. You may find yourself re-thinking what you want to strive for in the year ahead; you may be busily thinking about the school year and kid’s activities; you may ...
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Rushed appointments – do you feel like no one takes the time to listen to you?
Have you ever walked away from an appointment thinking what just happened? I can’t remember what he just said, it was all too quick and he lost me at “you have………” You make time to schedule an important health appointment, take time out of your day because you’re concerned. The problem ...
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It’s that time of year! How to cope with Redundancy & Job Loss in the holidays
Redundancy. A word we all don't like to hear. We spend a lot of our lifetime at work. So what would you do if you lost your job unexpectedly? How do you think you would cope? Christmas time can be an extremely busy time of year for many businesses, however it can also ...
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Listen to your emotions, they’re talking to you!
Do you feel like you are on an emotional rollercoaster? Are your emotions dominating your decisions? Reacting more to events than others? Why is it that so-called ‘negative’ emotions, seem to hinder our life? You finish your day, feeling tense, and as you head home a weight bares down on you. ...
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Creating Change is 7 years old! Here’s what you can expect from the Hills leading team of Psychologists
We have been creating change in people's lives for 7 years now, but have you often wondered what to expect from a session with one of our psychologists? Creating Change is proud to be the Hills Districts largest team of Psychologists and Counsellors. If you’ve recently made the decision to change your ...
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The growing pressure for women in their 30’s surrounding marriage and kids
Are your friends or family questioning you about when you’re getting married? Or making comments that your clock is ticking, saying you better find a man and settle down? Many of us have the tendency to build up ideas and expectations about what we “should” be doing with our ...
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What can a family member do to facilitate change in social drinkers?
Drinking socially - when does one become one too many? Some alcohol researchers insist that because alcohol is a toxin, there is no ‘safe’ level of intake. Whilst most of us might think this is a little extreme, many families and marriages are seriously affected by one person’s drinking. Tolerance develops ...
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My moods are like a rollercoaster. How do I regain control?
Are you feeling like you are always moody? Do you often wonder why you let your feelings get the better of you? Many people experience fluctuations in their moods each day, but you should stop and reflect when your moods are taking over your life, your relationships, ...
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I can’t sleep! I worry about everything all the time!
Are you drowning in your own thoughts? Are you struggling to sleep, as your mind won’t let you switch off? Everybody worries from time to time. Perhaps you might worry about meeting a deadline, completing a task, whether your child’s strange rash may be ...
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Welcoming the New Year! Do you have any goals this year? – Creating Change
As each new year rolls around, many of us look to set new year resolutions, but are these achievable goals that are really going to make your life healthier? Now is the time to really think about what you want out of 2018. Many choose to set goals for their physical health – losing more weight, joining ...
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I’m going to be a new mum, and I’m terrified I won’t know what to do!
Are you an expecting new mum? Are you scared and anxious about the impending birth of your baby, and feel you don’t know what to do or how you’ll cope? This week, 11-17th November, is Perinatal Depression & Anxiety Week, where Australian’s acknowledge ...
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Supporting Australian #psychweek
IS THERE SOMEONE IN YOUR LIFE YOU CAN HELP TODAY? In supporting Australian Psychology Week (#psychweek), we want to create change by helping you to help others! It’s the little things you do that can really make a difference. You could make someone’s day by:
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The Symbolism of Lighting a Candle. Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month.
October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month, a time to recognise and promote the importance of early and ongoing support for the 1 in 4 parents who experience the loss of their baby in Australia. Lighting a candle is the global tradition each year, to honour the precious life that has been lost. More than half ...
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