Dural Psychology

24/09/2025

🌿 Managing Anxiety: Simple Tools That Help 🌿

Anxiety can feel overwhelming, but small, consistent steps can make a big difference. Here are some strategies that many people find helpful:

✨ Breathe with intention: Slow, steady breathing helps calm your nervous system. Try counting for 4 in, and 6 out.
✨ Ground yourself: Notice 5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, 1 you can taste.
✨ Move your body: A short walk, stretching, or gentle exercise helps release built-up tension.
✨ Limit “what if” thinking: Shift focus from what could go wrong to what’s within your control right now.
✨ Stay connected: Talking with someone you trust can ease the load and remind you you’re not alone.

💡 Remember: Anxiety is not a weakness, it’s your body’s alarm system working overtime. With the right tools, you can teach it to settle.

🌸 What’s one strategy that helps you when you’re feeling anxious? Share below - your tip might help someone else today!

24/09/2025

17/05/2025

Emotional understanding is everything!

An oldie but a goodie. Take the time to identify emotions by name and notice how your emotional intelligence increases. 🙏

22/04/2025

At Dural Psychology, we know how easily stress can build up, especially when you're juggling work, family, health, and the constant demands of daily life. Stress isn't just a feeling; it can affect our sleep, mood, focus, and even our physical health.

The good news? There are ways to manage it—and you don’t have to do it alone.

Whether it's learning to calm your nervous system, setting healthier boundaries, or just taking a moment to breathe—small steps can make a big difference.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, we’re here to help. Reach out, or book a session. Let’s create space for calm, together. 💙

23/03/2025

Establishing a daily routine can be a great place to start if you are experiencing symptoms of depression.

Having healthy routines can support your mental health and wellbeing by bringing a sense of control and reducing stress.

05/02/2025

Just your presence and willingness to listen is so powerful!

You don't have to walk in someone's shoes to be there for them. Never underestimate the power of a non-judgemental listening ear.

👏 All on the Board

19/01/2025

19/01/2025

Welcome Maddison! We are so thrilled you have joined our amazing team of Psychologists. Click here to learn more about Maddison: https://www.duralpsychology.com.au/team/maddison-holland/. Maddison has availability now to take on new clients. If you would like to start working on your mental health, call 9651 1877 or email admin@duralpsychology.com.au. Make 2025 the year things change!

11/09/2024

It’s a day to remind us all that a simple “Are you OK?” can make a significant difference.

is this Thursday (12 Sep).

But ANY day is the day to check in with those we care about and ask, ‘are you OK?’.

If you’re not sure how to start the conversation, try these 4️⃣ steps.

1️⃣ Ask R U OK?
2️⃣ Listen
3️⃣ Encourage action
4️⃣ Check in

You can find conversation tips and download social tiles and posters of the four steps at www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

09/09/2024

This week, 2-8 September, is Body Image and Eating Disorders Awareness Week.

This week is a reminder that anyone, of any gender, age, weight, shape, sexuality or ethnicity can be impacted by eating disorders.

We’re proud to join Butterfly Foundation in breaking down misconceptions and stigma around eating disorders and body image concerns, to better support the 1.1 million people experiencing these challenges.

Learn more ⬇️
https://bit.ly/3Zcey4Q

08/09/2024

Are you looking for ways to connect more deeply with your teen, improve communication, and support their emotional development? Our Tuning into Teens program is designed just for you!

This evidence-based program helps parents and caregivers:
- Recognise and understand teen emotions
- Improve communication and connection
- Build emotional resilience and reduce conflict

Benefits to You:
✔️ 12 hours of expert-led education on understanding and managing teen emotions.
✔️ A comprehensive booklet covering all materials, with new insights each session.
✔️ Tea, coffee, and morning tea provided to enjoy while you learn
✔️ Small group setting, ensuring personalized attention and a chance to connect with other parents.
✔️ A check-in phone call one month later to provide ongoing support.

🗓 When: Starting 19th September
⏰ Duration: 6 sessions of 2 hours
📍 Where: Dural
💲 Cost: $615 individual or $1080 for a couple

Secure your spot today and give your teen the support they need to thrive. Message us for any questions or register here: https://www.eventbookings.com/b/event/tuning-in-to-teens

Tuning in to Teens is a six-session parenting program for parents of children aged 10-18 years. It will run last two weeks of term 3 and first four weeks of term 4 starting on 19/9/2024.    Would you like to learn how to: ·      be better at talking with your teen? ·      be better at ...