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We often think joy has to be something big to matter. 😊A big win. A big change. A big moment we can point to and say, “t...
29/04/2026

We often think joy has to be something big to matter. 😊

A big win. A big change. A big moment we can point to and say, “that’s it.” But most of the time, joy shows up in much quieter ways. Like having your coffee while it’s still warm, Sitting in your sofa while watching TV after a long day, or playing with your pets at home.

These moments don’t seem like much, but they count more than we give them credit for. They give your mind a break and they let your body settle, even just for a moment. They remind you that not everything has to feel heavy all the time. 🙌

When life feels overwhelming, it’s easy to overlook these things or think they don’t matter. Sometimes we even rush past them without noticing. But slowing down enough to notice them, even briefly can shift something in you.

You don’t need to chase big moments of happiness all the time. You’re allowed to find something good in the middle of an ordinary day. Sometimes, the small things are what help you get through and that already matters more than you think. 💙

27/04/2026

In this video, I talk about why pleasure can feel uncomfortable or even scary for some of us. 🙂

It’s not because you don’t want to feel good, but because your body may not be used to it. If you’ve spent a lot of time being on guard, dealing with stress, or feeling like good moments don’t last, then it makes sense that your system stays alert even when things are okay.

Sometimes, when things start to feel calm or enjoyable, there’s a part of you that expects something to go wrong. You might notice yourself overthinking, pulling back, or not fully letting yourself enjoy the moment. This isn’t you being difficult, it’s your mind and body trying to protect you based on what you’ve learned before.

The goal isn’t to force yourself to feel good right away. It’s about slowly allowing yourself to experience small moments of ease and letting them stay just a little longer each time. 🤗

You’re allowed to feel good without waiting for something bad to happen. 💙

Today we pause to honour ANZAC Day 🌺 A day to remember the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who served and ga...
24/04/2026

Today we pause to honour ANZAC Day 🌺

A day to remember the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who served and gave their lives. It’s also a gentle reminder of the strength found in community, reflection, and quiet gratitude. 🙏

At Haven Therapy, we acknowledge that remembrance can bring up different emotions for everyone — pride, grief, gratitude, or even heaviness. However this day feels for you, you’re allowed to hold space for it.

Lest we forget.

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Just sharing this here, in case someone’s been needing a space like this. 🤗Not everything we carry is obvious to other p...
24/04/2026

Just sharing this here, in case someone’s been needing a space like this. 🤗

Not everything we carry is obvious to other people. Sometimes it’s the overthinking, the constant mental noise, the pressure to keep it all together, or just that quiet feeling that something’s a bit off, even if you can’t fully explain it.

You don’t have to wait until you’re completely burnt out to talk to someone.

At Haven Therapy, the work is really about slowing things down and making sense of what’s going on for you, without judgement, without rushing, and without trying to fit you into a box. There’s no “right way” to show up. You don’t need to have the perfect words or a clear story. You can come in unsure, overwhelmed, or even not knowing where to start, and that’s completely okay.💙

We support people through ADHD, anxiety, burnout, life changes, or even just feeling stuck in their own heads. The approach is gentle, practical, and built around what actually feels manageable for you.

Sessions are available online or face-to-face.

If you’ve been holding things in for a while, this might be a small sign that you don’t have to do that anymore. You’re welcome here, exactly as you are. 🙌😊

📍 Inner Health Centre, East Maitland, NSW
🌐 https://haventherapyco.com.au/
📞 02 4086 5336
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That inner critic can sound so certain, like it’s “just telling the truth.” But most of the time, it’s actually a mix of...
21/04/2026

That inner critic can sound so certain, like it’s “just telling the truth.” But most of the time, it’s actually a mix of fear, old experiences, and trying to protect you in the only way it knows how. It points out what might go wrong, reminds you of mistakes and questions your worth when things feel uncertain. And because it sounds familiar, we often believe it without checking in with ourselves.

A small but powerful shift is learning to pause and notice: “What am I saying to myself right now?” From there, you don’t have to argue with the thought or force it away. You can gently step back and remind yourself: “This is a thought, not a fact.”

Often, underneath that critical voice is something softer, fear of failing, fear of being judged, or simply wanting to feel safe and enough. You don’t need to silence that inner critic completely. But you can start choosing how much power it gets.

A kinder response might sound like:
“This is uncomfortable, but I can still try.” 🤗

Healing isn’t about never hearing the critical voice again. It’s about learning not to let it make all the decisions for you. 💙

🗣️That voice in your head can be really harsh. It tells you to hold back, to not try, to stay where it feels safe, and m...
15/04/2026

🗣️That voice in your head can be really harsh. It tells you to hold back, to not try, to stay where it feels safe, and most of the time, it sounds like it’s putting you down. But if you look a little closer, it’s usually coming from fear.

Fear of being judged.
Fear of failing.
Fear of going through something painful again.

Your inner critic isn’t random. It learned somewhere along the way that being hard on yourself might protect you from getting hurt. ❤️‍🩹

The problem is, it doesn’t just protect you from pain, it also keeps you from growing, trying, and from moving forward. You don’t have to silence that voice completely, but you also don’t have to believe everything it says either.

Sometimes, it helps to pause and ask:
“What am I actually afraid of right now?”
“What is this part of me trying to avoid?”

And maybe, with time, you can learn to respond to it with a little more understanding, instead of being so hard on yourself. 🤗💙

Sometimes the hardest part isn’t admitting we made a mistake, it’s dealing with what comes after. 🙂We tend to overthink,...
13/04/2026

Sometimes the hardest part isn’t admitting we made a mistake, it’s dealing with what comes after. 🙂

We tend to overthink, replay what happened, and quietly blame ourselves even when we’ve already done what we can to make things right. Even if others have moved on, we’re still stuck on it.

Self-forgiveness isn’t easy, especially for people who care deeply or expect a lot from themselves. But staying in guilt doesn’t really help you improve, it just keeps you stuck carrying the same emotional weight.

Being responsible for your actions is important, and so is learning from them. But it also matters how you treat yourself afterward. Sometimes healing starts small, like gently reminding yourself of a kinder perspective, even if it doesn’t fully feel true yet.

You can grow from what happened without letting it define who you are. 🙌🤗

You know that feeling when you keep replaying something in your head. Thinking about what you said, what you could’ve do...
10/04/2026

You know that feeling when you keep replaying something in your head. Thinking about what you said, what you could’ve done better, or if you hurt someone without meaning to. And even after you’ve apologized or done your part, it still lingers. That’s the kind of guilt that can get really heavy over time. 🤯

Guilt can be helpful. It can guide us and remind us to take responsibility when we need to, but sometimes, we hold on to it longer than necessary. We start carrying things that aren’t fully ours, or we keep punishing ourselves for something we’ve already tried to make right.

Letting go of that doesn’t mean you don’t care. It just means you’re learning where your responsibility ends, and honestly, that’s not always easy. Some days it clicks, some days it doesn’t. But little by little, you learn to loosen your grip on it and remind yourself, you’ve done what you can. 🙌💙

08/04/2026

Guilt and responsibility can feel really similar, but they're not the same thing. 😀

Guilt is that heavy feeling that says, "I did something wrong," and sometimes it stays longer than it needs to. Responsibility is different. It's about recognizing your part, taking ownership where it's needed, and deciding what to do next.

The hard part is, we often carry guilt even for things that aren't fully ours to hold. We blame ourselves, overthink, and replay situations, even when we've already done what we could.

Understanding the difference matters, because not everything you feel guilty about is actually your responsibility. And learning to separate the two can help you respond more clearly, instead of staying stuck in that heavy feeling.

You can take responsibility without holding on to guilt longer than you need to. 💙

A lot of the time, we think better sleep means doing something big or completely changing our routine. But in reality, i...
06/04/2026

A lot of the time, we think better sleep means doing something big or completely changing our routine. But in reality, it’s often the small, consistent habits that make the difference. The way you slow down at night, how you prepare your space, or even giving your mind a moment to settle before bed. 🛌🧘‍♀️

These things might seem simple, but they help your body recognize that it’s safe to rest. Sleep isn’t something you can force. It’s something you allow, and when your days are full or your mind feels busy, it makes sense if it doesn’t come easily right away. That’s why it helps to focus on small changes you can actually keep, rather than trying to do everything at once.

Over time, those small habits add up and support not just your sleep, but your mood, your energy, and how you show up the next day. 💙

Wishing everyone a peaceful and gentle Easter. 🐣🤗May this season bring moments of rest, renewal, and quiet reflection. W...
04/04/2026

Wishing everyone a peaceful and gentle Easter. 🐣🤗

May this season bring moments of rest, renewal, and quiet reflection. Whatever this time means for you, we hope you find space to breathe, reconnect, and take care of yourself.

From all of us at Haven Therapy, Happy Easter! 💙

A lot of us grew up hearing these things about sleep, so it’s easy to believe they’re true. 🧐That you can just catch up ...
03/04/2026

A lot of us grew up hearing these things about sleep, so it’s easy to believe they’re true. 🧐

That you can just catch up later, that being tired is normal, or that getting by on a few hours is enough. But over time, these small beliefs can quietly affect your mood more than you realize.

When your body isn’t getting consistent rest, it becomes harder to regulate emotions, stay patient, and handle stress. Things can feel heavier, even if nothing big has changed. And sometimes, we don’t connect it back to sleep. We just think we’re “off” or having a bad day.

The truth is, sleep isn’t just about rest. It’s part of how your mind resets and takes care of you. So if something here feels familiar, you’re not alone. These are things a lot of people were never really taught. And even small changes in how you care for your sleep can make a difference in how you feel day to day. 🤗

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