NLC Psychology

02/09/2025

✨ Body Image & Eating Disorders Awareness Week | 1 – 7 September

This week is an important reminder that recovery is possible, and support is available. Eating disorders can affect both physical health and emotional wellbeing, often making everyday life feel overwhelming.

At NLC Psychology, Patrick and Alex support with body image and struggles with eating.
If you or someone you care about is struggling, chat with us about how we can help.

28/08/2025

🌈 Bold Voices. Bright Futures.
At NLC Psychology, we’re proud to support Wear It Purple Day on Friday 29 August 2025 - a day dedicated to celebrating and uplifting LGBTQIA+ young people!
This year’s theme, “Bold Voices, Bright Futures,” highlights the importance of empowering LGBTQIA+ youth and fostering safe, inclusive spaces where they can thrive.

21/08/2025

😴 Struggling to get a good night's sleep?
You're not alone but the good news is you don’t have to figure it out on your own!

At NLC Psychology, we offer evidence-based support for insomnia and other sleep difficulties.

Dr Neralie Cain, who conducted her PhD in sleep, and Clinical Psychologist, Patrick Carson, are able to help reset your sleep, manage nighttime anxiety, and build healthier habits for lasting rest!

Our approach is practical, supportive, and tailored to you. At NLC Psychology, we offer evidence-based support including CBT-I (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia) and ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) where appropriate for our sleep-focused sessions.

If sleep is affecting your mood, focus, or energy, chat to our team about making an appointment!
📞 Learn more about how we can help: nlcpsychology.com.au

12/08/2025

Feeling the winter blues? ❄️

NLC Psychology’s article shares practical tips to help you take care of your mental wellbeing during the colder months.

Read more via our website here:

As the days get shorter and colder, it's common to experience dips in mood, energy, and motivation. Our latest blog post explores the most common wellbeing challenges during winter—like social withdrawal, sleep disruption, and seasonal low mood—and offers practical strategies for managing them. ...

07/08/2025

Thinking about therapy but not sure what to expect? This is for you!

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you don’t know what to expect.
Here’s a quick breakdown of what your first session at NLC Psychology typically involves:

🛋️ Getting to Know You: We’ll spend some time learning about you, what brought you in, and what you’re hoping to get out of your sessions.

📄 Understanding Your Story: Your psychologist may ask about your background, health, and anything else that might help us understand your unique situation.

🧭 Setting Goals Together: This isn’t just a chat, we’ll also work together to set some gentle goals for your therapy journey.

💬 Ask Anything! There’s no pressure to have it all figured out. Ask as many questions as you need, we’re here to make you feel safe, seen, and supported.

✨ Everyone’s journey looks a little different, but one thing stays the same: you’re in a compassionate space where your wellbeing is our priority.

24/07/2025

🌿 Today is International Self-Care Day 🌿

Observed annually on July 24, this day symbolises the importance of self-care being accessible and practiced 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
This global initiative from the World Health Organization (WHO) reminds us that self-care isn’t selfish — it’s essential. Whether it’s taking five minutes to pause and breathe, going for a walk, talking to someone you trust, or setting boundaries that protect your energy, self-care can look different for everyone.

At NLC Psychology, our team often talks about how important it is to tune in to what you need – mentally, emotionally, and physically. It’s not always easy, but small, consistent acts of care can make a big difference.

Let's use today to reflect on our self-care practices and consider how we can integrate them into our daily lives 💛

19/07/2025

Perfection might look like a strength, but it often comes at a cost. In this new blog post, clinical psychologist Patrick explores the hidden struggles of clinical perfectionism and how it impacts mental health.

Practice makes perfect! Who hasn’t heard those words from their parents, their teachers, their employers, or just their well-meaning friends? It’s outwardly quite a positive statement - just keep trying, keep putting in the work, and eventually you’ll attain that flawless performance you’ve ...

14/07/2025

🚨 Last Chance to Join Our Teen Program! 🚨

Our ‘Building Your Neurodivergent Identity’ group for teens starts Tuesday 29 July – and there are only a few spots left!

🧠 Designed for Autistic and/or ADHDers aged 13–17
📍 NLC Psychology, 27 Unley Road, Malvern
🕓 Tuesdays 4:00–5:30pm | Runs for 5 weeks
👥 Led by psychologist Alex Giles

This program supports teens to better understand themselves, connect with others, and build practical tools for everyday life.

💬 Not available this time? Register your interest via our website and we’ll keep you in the loop for future programs.

📩 Contact us today to book or learn more – don’t miss out!

10/07/2025

💤 Trouble sleeping? You’re not alone.

Do any of these sound familiar?
😴 Struggling to fall asleep
🌙 Waking up in the middle of the night
⏰ Sleeping through alarms (or hitting snooze too many times)
😵‍💫 Feeling tired, irritable, or unfocused during the day

Sleep difficulties can impact every part of your life, but there is help!

At NLC Psychology, we offer evidence-based psychological treatments for insomnia and other sleep disorders. Our approach focuses on practical changes to your sleep habits and schedule to help you get better rest and feel more like you again.

📲 Learn more about how we can help by visiting our Sleep Disorders page

01/07/2025

Now Taking Enrolments: Teen Group Program at NLC Psychology!

We’re excited to launch the next round of our Building Your Neurodivergent Identity group – designed specifically for neurodivergent teens.

Starting Tuesday 29 July, this 5-week program offers teens the chance to explore their identity, connect with like-minded peers, and gain practical tools to navigate life with confidence.
💡 Open to self-identified or formally diagnosed Autistic/ADHD teens – no referral needed (pre-screening may apply).
Led by psychologist Alex Giles, the group runs:
📅 Tuesdays | 🕓 4:00–5:30pm
📍 NLC Psychology – 27 Unley Road, Malvern

We’ll cover:
✅ Understanding Autism & ADHD
✅ Emotional Regulation
✅ Energy Accounting
✅ Communication & Relationships
✅ Sensory Differences
Plus, each participant receives a full-colour 100-page handbook to support their learning!
🌟 Limited spots available. To book or register interest, contact our team at NLC Psychology today.

24/06/2025

School holidays are just around the corner! 🎒☀️

We know routines can shift during the holidays - whether you're juggling time off, travel, or just a different daily rhythm.

If you need to make any changes to your appointments during the school break, please let our admin team know as early as possible. We're here to help make sure your support continues to work for you during this time.

Thanks for helping us plan ahead so we can provide the best care possible 💙

17/06/2025

🧠✨ What an inspiring afternoon of learning and connection at our Malvern clinic last week!

Our latest professional development session brought together the teams from Move for Better Health, iNform Health & Fitness, AC Podiatry, and our NLC Psychology teams for a dynamic, multidisciplinary catch-up.

We started with a session led by Physiotherapist, Emil and NLC Psychologist, Patrick, who shared their knowledge around the NDIS and how we can better support participants through clearer communication and a deeper understanding of their goals. This sparked some great conversations about how we work across teams to make the NDIS process smoother for both clients and practitioners.

Patrick also guided us through an interactive activity that gave us new ways to think about how we communicate in letters and reports – something that’s relevant across all areas of allied health!

It was a valuable afternoon of collaboration and learning – we’re lucky to work alongside such passionate and knowledgeable teams! 💬🤝