Releasing Rainbows

01/07/2023

Treat yourself with acceptance and curiosity today.
See what you notice occurring inside you, through giving yourself these "positive permissions".

27/02/2023

🦋 Butterfly Hug 🦋

A calming technique in EMDR you might not know is the butterfly hug. This is great for grounding, or calming when you experience anxiety, stress and are feeling overwhelmed.

There are three ways you can do this technique.

1. Hold your hands up, palms facing you, thumbs out. Cross your hands over each other and interlock your thumbs. Gently flutter your butterfly wings/ hands, tapping against your chest.

2. Cross your hands without interlocking your thumbs, and tap up and down your arms, shoulders and upper chest.

3. Same as the first technique but focus on and alternating rhythm of your wings. Tapping your chest near your heart with one hand, then the other and repeat.

23/02/2023

16/11/2022

2 last minute appointments this week - first in, no holds.

10/10/2022

World mental health day!

Mental health is important, how will you look after yours today?

It might look like:
💙 going to bed early to get a good rest
💙 taking my medication and drinking water
💙 going for a walk in the fresh air
💙 letting my loved ones know what I need
💙 having self compassion for myself
💙 ticking something off the to-do list (or making a to do list!)
💙 give your pet a good cuddle

What will you do for yourself today?

02/10/2022

Don't forget to play.

Play (both unstructured and structured), is crucial to our social and emotional development. It is how we learn, practice and develop successful life skills in order for us to be able to participate in the world we live in.

🧱 COMING LATE OCTOBER: LEGO CLUB 🧱
run by:
Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing & Releasing Rainbows

🧩 First Group will run for 8 Weeks, starting late October.

🧩 Spaces are very LIMITED. Bookings essential.

🧩 Weekly group sessions are 75 mins long.

🧩 Private and NDIS Funding (plan managed & self-managed)

For more info, contact:

8233 0828 / info@willowtreepsychology.com.au

24/09/2022

Metaphor can be a powerful tool in Art Therapy. A simple metaphor can be thinking about your feelings as if they were weather or seasons.

☀️🌈Do your feelings feel bright and sunny?
❄🌨Cold and frosty?
🍁🍂Changing and foggy?
🌷🌱Like new beginnings and growth?

Remember that like the seasons, our feelings are temporary and change is always just around the corner. If you find yourself in a period of wintery discomfort- just know that it won't last forever, this too shall pass.

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You can also use this for exploring life stages, transitional periods, and other experiences or events.

19/09/2022

Change is necessary.
People: their values, their dreams and identities should change over time. As you face challenges, new life experiences, meet new people and reassess your boundaries you will find small or larger changes to your ideas, beliefs and what you value- which will shape how you view yourself and your place in the world.

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Credit to for the image.

15/09/2022

If this is how you are feeling at the moment, take this as a sign to allow time over the weekend for rest, self compassion and something you love to do.

Emotional exhaustion can lead to a mental breakdown. It is important to recognise the signs and ask for help when you are feeling this way.

Reach out to a friend, family member, or support services if you are feeling emotionally exhausted.

15/09/2022

Image reads:

CCN* does NOT mean I don't hear.

CCN does NOT mean I don't think.

CCN does NOT mean I don't feel.

CCN does NOT mean I don't understand.

*Complex Communication Needs (CCN)

12/09/2022

Everyone loves an expo! I have two upcoming expos where you can meet me and find out more about art therapy!

💙 The first one up is the Women's Health & Wellbeing Expo, on Friday 23rd September 10-12 noon
If you have considered therapy, but find the idea daunting, art therapy might be worth considering. Here's your chance to meet me in person outside of the therapy room and get a taste for what it could be like & if it is right for you.

Come & try at the Women's Expo:
I will be doing an "Art therapy sampler" going for 30 minutes and with limited spaces (2 session times 10.15- 10.45 and 11-11.30am) to allow you to experience art therapy in a safe, group setting.

🧡 The second, is KYD-X, kids and youth disability expo! Catch this one on 15th October 2022
Both are in Adelaide, Australia.

🌈So drop by and come and say hi!🌈

07/09/2022

Are you okay?

Tomorrow is .

It's a reminder to start a conversation that could change a life - not just on , but any day it's needed.

Find tips on how to ask, and what to say if someone says they aren't OK, at https://bit.ly/2ZcG05n

07/09/2022

Boundaries are an important part of any relationship: romantic, friendship, work or family.
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Having strong boundaries does not mean you are being difficult, it means you are keeping yourself safe and practicing self care.
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Depending on the relationship or what else is going on in your life, your boundaries may need adjustments or to be revisited.
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Remember: self care isn't selfish.

05/09/2022

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Today is the start of Women's Health Week!

Getting involved in Women’s Health Week is free and easy. You can join a local event, walk with friends, watch a webinar, or simply make a booking for that overdue check-up. See everything on offer by visiting womenshealthweek.com.au

Check out the website for valuable information! Day 4 is about Mind Health so keep an eye out for another post!

30/08/2022

Badges for work (magnets, not pins to spare your clothes!)
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Feel free to put on the one that suits best so I know which pronouns to use in our session.
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I want you to feel safe and free to be your authentic self.

26/08/2022

"No mistakes, just happy accidents." 🌳

🎨 In art therapy there is no right or wrong way to create.

🧩 There are no mistakes, because it's about the process not the end product.

♥️ Be kind to yourself and allow some compassion for all the heavy things you are going through.

Amazing jumper from Lonely Kids Club

22/08/2022

It won't last long, it's the only after school spot left for Art Therapy at Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing

20/08/2022

Great opportunity if you have young kids!!

Get messy ....without the clean up!