MyLife Psychologists

19/12/2025

🎄 Feeling stretched thin this Christmas?
You’re not alone. The festive season can be joyful and overwhelming - packed schedules, family expectations, financial pressure, and emotional load.

That’s why festive season boundaries matter.
They protect your time, energy, and mental health so you can enjoy the parts of the festive season that truly matter to you.

✨ In our latest blog, we cover:
- Why boundaries are essential this time of year;
- Practical scripts for saying no (without guilt);
- How to manage overwhelm, people-pleasing and pushback;
- Ways to make this Christmas calmer, simpler and more sustainable.

📖 Read the full blog: https://mylifepsychologists.com.au/festive-season-boundaries-mental-health/

If the festive season feels heavy, our team is here to support you.

📞 Book a free 15-minute call with our Care Coordinator to get started.

15/12/2025

03/11/2025

This Movember, let’s talk about men’s mental health. 💬
This month, we’re raising awareness about prevention, connection, and early support for men’s mental health.
Our latest blog explores:�✅ How to stay mentally healthy and build resilience�✅ Why social connection is a powerful protector�✅ The importance of early intervention and help-seeking�✅ What you can do to support the men in your life
Looking after your mental health isn’t weakness — it’s strength.�Let’s change the conversation together.

👉 Read the full blog: https://mylifepsychologists.com.au/movember-why-mens-mental-health-matters-how-to-stay-mentally-healthy/

📍 Book a free 15-minute call with our Care Coordinator to find the right psychologist for you.

20/10/2025

Stress is inevitable - but burnout doesn’t have to be.

By recognising early signs, setting healthy boundaries, and using practical coping tools, we can protect our mental health and build resilience.

These strategies aren’t about removing all stress, but about learning to manage it effectively - with awareness, rest, and support.

At MyLife Psychologists, we help clients develop evidence-based coping strategies that support long-term wellbeing.

17/10/2025

Connection isn’t just “nice to have” - it’s essential for maintaining good mental health.

Research shows that meaningful relationships protect against depression and anxiety, help us cope with stress, and promote overall wellbeing. Whether it’s through friends, colleagues, family, or community groups, connection gives us a sense of safety and belonging - and that’s a powerful form of prevention.

16/10/2025

Evidence shows that early intervention, consistent self-care, and supportive relationships are key in preventing the onset or recurrence of mental health conditions.

At MyLife Psychologists, we see prevention as a cornerstone of sustainable wellbeing — empowering individuals to act early, build resilience, and maintain mental health over time.

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day 💚 - a global reminder that our mental health is deeply connected to the people and communities around us.

This year’s theme from Mental Health Australia, “Connect with Your Community,” highlights how belonging and shared purpose protect wellbeing.
Community can take many forms:
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family and friends
🌳 A community garden or volunteer group
🎶 A choir or book club
🏳️‍🌈 An LGBTQIA+ network
🏃 A local running group
🏫 Your workplace or school
💬 Even online spaces where you feel understood

At MyLife Psychologists, we see connection as one of the most powerful protective factors for mental health. This World Mental Health Day, we encourage you to start a conversation, join a group, or simply reach out to someone who matters to you.

09/10/2025

🌟 Meet Natasha Van der Eyk - our newest clinician at MyLife Psychologists! 🌟

We’re delighted to introduce Natasha - she brings both academic depth and clinical experience from youth, adult, and university mental health settings. Her approach integrates Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based interventions - tailoring strategies to each client’s unique needs and goals.

Natasha works with clients experiencing:
✅ Anxiety and excessive worry
✅ Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
✅ Panic attacks and phobias
✅ Social and performance anxiety
✅ Health anxiety
✅ Low mood and depression
✅ Stress and adjustment difficulties
✅ Insomnia and other sleep concerns
✅ Emotion regulation difficulties

Currently completing her PhD in Clinical Psychology at UNSW, Natasha is passionate about helping clients understand themselves more deeply and create meaningful change in their lives.

💬 Natasha is now available for appointments both in person and online.

📞 Book a free 15-minute consultation with our Care Coordinator to see if Natasha is the right fit for you.

07/10/2025

Good mental health isn’t just the absence of problems - it’s the foundation for a fulfilling life. 🌱

In our latest blog post, we explore evidence-based ways to maintain good mental health - from strengthening emotional awareness and relationships to managing stress, sleep, and lifestyle factors that support resilience and wellbeing.

Whether you’re navigating daily stress, burnout, or simply want to look after your mind the same way you do your body, this article offers practical, psychologist-approved strategies to help you thrive.

👉 Read the full article: https://mylifepsychologists.com.au/maintaining-good-mental-health-tips-for-everyday-wellbeing/

03/10/2025

Good mental health doesn’t happen by accident — it’s built through small, consistent habits.
✔️ Sleep
✔️ Nutrition
✔️ Movement
✔️ Connection
✔️ Stress management
✔️ Early help-seeking

These are the protective foundations of wellbeing. Which of these do you already prioritise?

01/10/2025

October is Mental Health Month 🌱. This year’s theme is “Taking Steps on Your Wellbeing Journey.”

Mental health isn’t a destination – it’s an ongoing process of noticing, adjusting, and caring for ourselves.
The campaign reminds us of three important steps:

1️⃣ Awareness – noticing when something feels different in your thoughts, feelings, or daily life.
2️⃣ Acknowledgment – recognising it’s okay to need help, and that reaching out is a sign of strength.
3️⃣ Action – taking steps to support your wellbeing, whether that’s talking to a friend, practising self-care, or seeing a psychologist.

Small actions add up. This month, let’s take time to reflect, check in on ourselves, and support the people around us.

What step are you taking this month? 💬

29/09/2025

💜 Barriers to Women’s Mental Health Care

While women are more likely to experience anxiety and depression, many still face barriers to accessing the care they deserve. These include:
1️⃣ Cost of therapy: Limited Medicare rebatable sessions make support unaffordable for many.
2️⃣ Caring responsibilities: Women often juggle children, partners, and ageing parents, leaving little time for themselves.
3️⃣ Workload & burnout: Balancing career demands with home life can push self-care to the bottom of the list.
4️⃣ Stigma & judgment: Fear of being judged or dismissed still prevents some women from seeking help.
5️⃣ Cultural & systemic barriers: Language, cultural expectations, or lack of gender-sensitive services can limit access.

At MyLife Psychologists, we’re committed to breaking down these barriers by offering compassionate, flexible, and inclusive care. 🌸

If you’ve been thinking about therapy, this is your reminder: your wellbeing matters, and support is available.

👉 Book a free 15-minute call with our Care Coordinator today.