RWA Psychology - Family Matters

19/12/2025

Wishing everyone a Happy Holidays and New Year!

RWA Psychology will be closed between DEC 19th - JAN 04th.

If you have any correspondences, please send them over to admin@rwapsych.com.au and we will get back to you once we are back.

If you are experiencing a crisis, please contact emergency services and local mental health support.

Lifeline 131 114
Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
Su***de Callback Line 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636

17/12/2025

Our thoughts are with every person and community impacted by the terrible attack at Bondi yesterday 🧡

In the aftermath of traumatic events, you might be feeling distressed, tearful and anxious, this is entirely normal and could linger for many days or even weeks.

Trauma can have far-reaching effects on the mind and body. It can cause people to have difficulty sleeping or to feel very anxious, especially about returning to the scene of a trauma.

It can be hard to know what to do or how to help others who may need it. Below you will find some practical ways to take care of yourself after a traumatic event has occurred 👇

10/12/2025

Christmas is a time of joy and wonder, yet for many people this is not their experience.

The holiday period can introduce unexpected stressors and challenging emotions, making it difficult to manage. This Christmas, it is important to prioritise your own wellbeing and to reach out to others who may also be finding this time of year challenging.

If you or someone you know is needing additional support during the Christmas period, give our reception team a call at 9980 1400 or visit our website https://www.rwapsych.com.au/

24/11/2025

In honour of International Mens Day on the 19th November, we are sharing the Speaking for the Baby Campaign by the Centre for Perinatal Psychology.

Perinatal support also includes looking after our dads!

19/11/2025

Today is International Mens Day

We are supporting boys and men, and encouraging those struggling and their friends to speak up.

1 in 2 men struggle with their mental health.

The leading cause of death in men under 55 is su***de.

Men who lack close friends are more likely to have suicidal thoughts.

Remember, check up on your mates.

13/11/2025

🩷💫 Happy World Kindness Day! 🩷💫

Kindness is a gift everyone can afford to give. How are you spreading kindness today?

30/10/2025

Deciding to see a psychologist can be scary, but we are here to make that journey easier!

Give our friendly reception team a call at 9980 1400 or head over to our website https://www.rwapsych.com.au/

23/10/2025

🌸 OCTOBER IS PREGNANCY & INFANT LOSS AWARENESS MONTH 🌸

At RWA Psychology – Family Matters, we acknowledge the profound grief that follows when a baby dies through miscarriage, TFMR (termination for medical reasons), or stillbirth. 💛

Thank you to The Centre for Perinatal Psychology for this post and all you do to raise awareness for such an important topic 🩷

OCTOBER IS PREGNANCY & INFANT LOSS AWARENESS MONTH

💛 Continuing Bonds 💛
When a baby dies through miscarriage, TFMR or stillbirth, the baby often lives on in mind in the imaginings of the mother and father. While the baby’s life has ended, the relationship continues. People develop an array of creative ways to continue their bonds with their baby after s/he has died. These include:
~ talking to their baby (as in this illustration)
~ looking at photos from scans (if they have them)
~ keeping items of clothing they had bought or been given for baby
~ planning for the anniversary of their scheduled birth date
~ creating rituals or traditions to include the deceased baby in their day or life (eg, lighting a candle, planting a remembrance tree)

The idea of ‘Continuing Bonds’ suggests that not only are these behaviours normal, but they may help with the grief, that is, they are potentially healing and therapeutic.

🫶 We invite you to share the ways in which you continued your bond with your baby after a perinatal loss – what helped you?

Illustration created by Bronwyn Leigh, Carla Anderson, Charise Deveney & Julie King;
Illustrated by Jess Racklyeft of Jesses Mess - Illustrations

22/10/2025

An appreciation for all of the wonderful friendships out there that make us feel supported and loved x

Give a shout out to a friend that is always there for you!

10/10/2025

🌏Today is World Mental Health Day 🌏

Mental health is just as important as physical health—yet it’s often overlooked. 🧠💚 You can’t pour from an empty cup! Taking care of your mind is essential to showing up fully in your relationships, work, and daily life.

Whether it's setting boundaries, reaching out for help, or simply taking a moment to breathe—your mental wellness matters.

Let’s keep the conversation going and break the stigma together.

24/09/2025

Whether you are working through relationship difficulties, dealing with the loss of a loved one, struggling with parent/child interactions, or if you are team Jeremiah, the psychologists at RWA Psychology - Family Matters offers a wide range of support.

Head over to our website at www.rwapsych.com or give our friendly reception team a call at 9980 1400.

You do not need to deal with your struggles alone.

19/09/2025

You may have heard people talking about "mindfulness." It's a bit a buzzword these days, but for good reason. Mindfulness is a powerful technique that can be used to help deal with everyday stress, manage painful thoughts and emotions, and simply be in the very present moment.

RWA Psychology - Family Matters encourages you to try some of these techniques when you're next feeling overwhelmed.

Discover our guide on mindfulness therapy. Gain expert insights and practical tips from our latest blog post. Click to read more.