Exhale Psychology Centre

Exhale Psychology Centre Psychology Centre in New Farm Brisbane
Help for eating disorders, trauma, and other complex issues

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To anyone who received praise for their body changes while struggling with disordered eating - we see youAnd for those...
28/04/2026

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To anyone who received praise for their body changes while struggling with disordered eating - we see you

And for those whose body was not commented on, who worry that their struggle is not legitimate because it is not visible - we see you

Credit to for the idea behind this post

-People who consistently demanded your compliance (in childhood or adulthood) without caring about your feelings or need...
26/04/2026

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People who consistently demanded your compliance (in childhood or adulthood) without caring about your feelings or needs set you up to accept mistreatment. They conditioned you to silence the parts of you that could have protected you

Credit to Dr Glenn Patrick Doyle for the idea behind this post

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Hear us out -  it’s ok to feel attached to your therapistWe see so many clients carry shame about the connection they ...
23/04/2026

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Hear us out -  it’s ok to feel attached to your therapist

We see so many clients carry shame about the connection they feel with their care team - whether that’s their psychologist, GP, psychiatrist, dietitian, or other providers. This vulnerability can feel especially intense if past attachments led to hurt or disappointment, or if people have indicated that you were too much or too needy. 

Maybe the people you were attached to in the past were unpredictable, making it feel risky to let yourself care again.

A big part of what makes therapy work is building a safe, consistent relationship. When you feel attached, it’s actually a sign that the relationship is working. Your therapist becomes someone who helps you feel understood and supported in ways you may not have experienced before.

It’s also completely natural to worry about your therapist leaving or your work together ending. That fear just shows you value the relationship.

Sure, if you find yourself unable to make any decision without checking in with your care provider first, that level of dependency can become limiting. Not because it’s shameful, but because it can hold you back from building the self-confidence you deserve. There’s a difference between something being unhelpful and something being wrong or shameful.

And the truth is, as psychologists and dietitians, we’re deeply invested in your wellbeing. We’re attached to your progress and growth. It makes complete sense that you’d feel attached too.

Credit to Danica Harris for the idea behind this post

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Let’s talk about the role of numbers in determining eating disorder severity And no, we don’t mean weight, BMI, blood ...
21/04/2026

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Let’s talk about the role of numbers in determining eating disorder severity 
And no, we don’t mean weight, BMI, blood pressure, blood sugar, or other stats
When thinking about ED severity, consider…
The number of hours spent body checking
The number of times you have cancelled plans because the menu wasn’t safe, you were binge/purging, you were too upset to go, you needed to exercise, or you were admitted to hospital
The number of minutes spent stressing after eating
The number of hours spent calculating and recalculating what you have eaten
The number of relationships that have suffered because the ED demands priority
The number of hours spent on social media/podcasts listening unqualified health influencers in an attempt to figure out the right diet or exercise regime to get the ideal body
The number of opportunities lost because having an ED is a full time job
The number of circles your brain has spun trying to figure out if you’re sick enough or if you have an ED at all
These are the numbers that determine your suffering. Not a scale.
If this resonates with you, take this as a sign that it’s time to see a non-weight focused ED clinician

Credit to for sparking the idea behind this post

-A little reminder to those who have been labelled treatment-resistant 🤍
19/04/2026

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A little reminder to those who have been labelled treatment-resistant 🤍

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Gentle reminder that neediness isn’t a personality trait, it’s a history. 

Put simply, the less you get, the more you...
19/04/2026

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Gentle reminder that neediness isn’t a personality trait, it’s a history. 

Put simply, the less you get, the more you look for.

-Hey clinicians: the ‘unmotivated’ client doesn’t exist 🌈Just a quick reminder:    •    Everyone has motivation    •    ...
17/04/2026

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Hey clinicians: the ‘unmotivated’ client doesn’t exist 🌈

Just a quick reminder:
    •    Everyone has motivation
    •    It just might not be for what YOU want
    •    And that’s okay

Your client might be motivated to:
- Feel safe
- Stay in control
- Avoid overwhelming emotions
- Protect themselves

Their motivation isn’t missing - it’s just different from yours.

Want to learn how to work alongside conflicted clients? Check out our free resource -
Rethinking resistance: a compassionate approach.
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We are so excited to welcome Sophie Bongers to Exhale Psychology Centre 💃💃Sophie’s books will stay closed as we offer ti...
17/04/2026

We are so excited to welcome Sophie Bongers to Exhale Psychology Centre 💃💃

Sophie’s books will stay closed as we offer times to those next on the waitlist.

We so appreciate the patience of all those on the waitlist ⭐️

-Stop trying to fix what someone else is actively breaking.It is not your responsibility to create peace in a relationsh...
16/04/2026

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Stop trying to fix what someone else is actively breaking.

It is not your responsibility to create peace in a relationship with someone who consistently chooses chaos over change.

You can’t out-love someone’s patterns when they’re unwilling to examine them.
You can’t out-communicate with someone who refuses to hear you.
You can’t stabilise what someone keeps sabotaging - especially when they won’t acknowledge their part.

Sometimes the most loving thing you can do - for yourself AND them - is to step back and let them face the consequences of their choices.

This isn’t about abandoning people during hard times. We all struggle and we all have moments when we’re not our best selves, but there’s a difference between supporting someone through their growth and absorbing the impact of their refusal to grow.

It’s not about giving up, it’s not about being cruel - it’s about refusing to set yourself on fire to keep someone else warm.

Boundaries aren’t walls, they’re the door you leave open for people to meet you with mutual respect. But you don’t have to stand in the doorway waiting while they trash the house.

Your job is to show up as your best self and work on your part, their job is to do the same. Anything else isn’t a partnership, it’s a rescue mission you never signed up for.

Note: This post does not apply to relationships where you have genuine responsibility for someone’s wellbeing (children or those in your care) and may not fit for situations of abuse, addiction, or serious mental health issues, so please seek guidance from professionals who can help you navigate those specific circumstances safely

Post adapted from Emma Rose B .project

-Why our dietitians don’t like the phrase healthy eating 🥑🥦🥗 Your relationship with food is personal. There’s no univers...
14/04/2026

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Why our dietitians don’t like the phrase healthy eating 🥑🥦🥗 

Your relationship with food is personal. There’s no universal “right” way to nourish your body. What energises one person might drain another. What brings joy to one might be unrealistic and stressful to another.

When we label certain foods or eating patterns as “healthy,” we’re creating a false moral hierarchy. We’re saying there’s a correct way to eat - but whose standard are we using? Your body, your circumstances, and your needs are uniquely yours.

Food isn’t just fuel - it’s culture, comfort, celebration, and connection. Let’s stop moralising our plates and start supporting individuals to find a way to nourish their bodies that works for them.

The “healthiest” way to eat involves nourishing your body in a way that works for you - physically, mentally, and emotionally. ✨

NourishmentNotNumbers BodyTrust AntiDietCulture

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Apply enough pressure to any bone, and it’s going to break. Apply enough trauma to any human, and they’re going to exh...
12/04/2026

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Apply enough pressure to any bone, and it’s going to break.

Apply enough trauma to any human, and they’re going to exhibit trauma responses.

It doesn’t mean either the bone or the human was especially “weak.” It means the pressure was enough to cause the reaction. No more; no less.

Dr Glenn Doyle

-We genuinely appreciate everyone advocating for recovery - we know you’re doing your best and your heart is in the righ...
09/04/2026

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We genuinely appreciate everyone advocating for recovery - we know you’re doing your best and your heart is in the right place. But even with good intentions, it’s easy to inadvertently trigger the very people we’re trying to help. This needs some reflection:

Please reconsider posting photos/videos of you exercising, or wearing a midriff or tightly fitted exercise clothing - especially when discussing or promoting recovery. Yes, we celebrate body autonomy - but when you specialise in supporting people struggling with comparisons, awareness matters.

Please stop celebrating low body fat/high muscle percentage as “recovery.” Strength is valuable, but let’s not replace one unrealistic body ideal with another.

Please reconsider what I eat in a day content - it fuels comparison culture.

Please balance food posts with other recovery aspects. Excessive food content can inadvertently send the message that eating the “right” foods equals recovery. The deep psychological work matters just as much.

Please audit your content for subtle messaging that implies recovery = being thin, toned, muscular, or any particular body type. Every body is different, and there’s an abundance of thin white women with recovery accounts reinforcing this narrow narrative.

Recovery looks different for everyone. Let’s make sure our content reflects that truth.

A big thank you to Harriet Frew for the idea behind this post

Address

65 Eildon Road, Windsor
Brisbane, QLD
4030

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 2am
Tuesday 9am - 5am
Wednesday 9am - 5am
Thursday 9am - 5am
Friday 9am - 5am

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+61733582982

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