MindZen Psychology

19/10/2025

The Bloody Long Walk, Mornington Peninsula 19th Oct 2025.

Any suggestions for my next charity adventure?! Please write your suggestions in the comments 🙏🫶🙌🙌

19/10/2025

Yay….. I made it to the finish line of The Bloody Long Walk… 35km in 5 hours 15 mins. Feeling a tad achy now, but not put off by it I’m already planning my next fitness and charity goal!

The Bloody Long Walk is a charity walk to fight mitochondrial disease, a rare condition that affects the “powerhouses” of our cells — the mitochondria. “Mito” reduces the body’s ability to produce energy, impacting many organs and systems, leading to fatigue, muscle weakness, and a range of neurological or metabolic symptoms.

Thank-you to everyone who generously donated to a Bloody Good cause 🙏🫶🙌🙌🥰

18/10/2025

18/10/2025

Stepping Outside My Comfort Zone

Although I’m the founder of MindZen Psychology, I’m really not one to toot my own horn. It might surprise people, whether clients or colleagues, to know that while I often appear confident on the surface, I actually struggle with social anxiety.

Putting my face and voice on social media, especially for a business page, feels incredibly vulnerable. I often admire those amazing, talented health professionals who do it so naturally, it’s such a powerful way to connect and let people see the human behind the work. But my inner critic worries about what others might think, or whispers that old imposter story: “You’re not as clever or accomplished as the others. Who do you think you are to step into that space?”

As a clinical psychologist, I’m constantly encouraging clients to take meaningful action, to push gently through fear and self-doubt toward growth. So, I’m taking a leaf out of my own therapy book and challenging myself to do the same: to step out of my comfort zone and share something personal here.

Tomorrow, I’ll be walking 35 km in The Bloody Long Walk!

It’s going to be a tough 7+ hours on foot, but I’m doing it for a great cause — to support Australians living with mitochondrial disease. And maybe (just maybe!) I’ll push myself a little further by posting a photo or video from the day… if I can figure out how to make a reel. (Honestly, when did that become a whole skill set?!)

But for me, this walk is about more than fundraising. It’s also about cultivating a mind-over-matter mindset. One I’ll definitely need when my body starts to fatigue and ache! This approach is deeply mindful: learning to stay present, to notice discomfort without being ruled by it, and to keep moving toward something meaningful. It’s the same principle that supports us through emotional and mental health challenges, when we meet difficulty with awareness, compassion, and purpose.

It’s also about connection and belonging; walking alongside others for a greater purpose. We know that community, shared goals, and contribution are powerful protective factors for mental health. In many ways, this event represents exactly what I try to help clients build: resilience, connection, and hope.

If you’d like to support this important cause, you can sponsor me here:
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Mito Foundation supports people affected by mitochondrial disease (mito), funds essential research into the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cures of mitochondrial disorders, and increases awareness and education about this devastating disease.

01/09/2025

After 8 beautiful days in Bali, I return with both gratitude and humility. Level 2 Somatic therapy training offered not only new tools for grounding, breathing, and restoring balance, but also a deeply personal and inward journey of self — exploring the trauma parts we all hold and the protective mechanisms that have helped us survive.

I felt so blessed to share this space with highly skilled colleagues, including psychologists, psychiatrists, and a wonderful social worker. The depth of professional knowledge, combined with the vulnerability and humanity each person brought, created a truly transformative environment.

What struck me most was the contrast between the simplicity of Balinese life and the complexity of our own. The Balinese people, with such humbleness, joy, and strong connection to community, remind us that fulfilment is not about material possessions or status. In Western society, we are often weighed down by entitlement, ego, and the relentless pursuit of “more.” Yet these very things can distance us from joy, connection, and authenticity. The journey for me was one of shedding what no longer serves — the layers of ego and entitlement that can creep into our lives — and returning to the essence of what truly matters.

I return home with a renewed clarity: that healing requires both professional knowledge and personal courage, and that balance is found not in striving endlessly, but in simplicity, connection, and presence. 🌿✨

If any of this resonates with you, or if you’re curious about beginning your own journey of shedding, healing, and rediscovering balance, I invite you to connect with us at www.mindzen.com.au. Sometimes the first step towards clarity begins with a simple conversation.

24/08/2025

Taking the step to book your first psychology session is a big deal — one that often comes with mixed feelings. But sometimes we need to take a leap of faith and jump beyond our initial fears, worries, and shame that too often holds us back from getting the help we need.

Check out our latest blog and feel free to reach out if you have any questions. All new bookings welcome.

https://mindzen.com.au/blog/f/breaking-the-stigma-about-seeing-a-psychologist

22/08/2025

Visit mindzen.com.au to access expert insights and support that can guide you toward emotional freedom and well-being. Take the first step in your journey to a healthier mindset today.

20/08/2025

🌼 On this National Senior Citizens Day, let’s celebrate the wisdom and resilience of our older adults! I love working with older adults because they teach me as much as I'd like to think I support them. They are better equipped at emotion regulation skills and have perspective about life and love that only time can teach. Take a moment today to reach out, listen, and appreciate the seniors in your life. ❤️

20/08/2025

Anxiety affects approximately 1 in 5 Australians, highlighting the importance of mental health awareness and support. Understanding this statistic can foster empathy and encourage conversations about seeking help and resources for those in need.

19/08/2025

Ever notice how tiny habits can be tiny beacons of hope? Today, I paused for one deep breath between emails—just a moment, but I felt my shoulders drop. Resilience doesn’t have to be grand or heroic; it often starts by adding a little kindness to ordinary routines: a stretch after you wake up, savoring your morning cuppa, texting a friend just to say hey. You’re not alone in juggling busy days or feeling overwhelmed. What’s one small thing you can do for yourself today? Share your favourite tiny habit for resilience in the comments below, and tag MindZen if you’d like to connect or chat about building small, positive changes. Let’s support and inspire each other to micro-dose delight and build gentle momentum together.

19/08/2025

Ever feel like the big joys are just too far away? Me too. Some days, what gets me through isn’t a grand plan but tiny sparks—a one-song dance break, a minute with my dog, or even jumping on the spot (yes, really). Neuroscience suggests these micro-moments actually dial down stress chemicals. Your delight might look different, and that’s perfect. What’s one small joy you could sneak in today? Share below—maybe your idea lights up someone else’s day.

18/08/2025

Unlock your journey to emotional well-being by scheduling an appointment today. Visit mindzen.com.au to explore available slots and take the first step toward a healthier mindset.

http://mindzen.com.au