Michelle Barratt Psychology

26/10/2025

12/10/2025

Incredibly informative about the real life experiences of someone suffering covert domestic violence/abuse and coercive control. The signs can be so subtle but if they’re there, it’s important to be aware.

85.7K likes, 750 comments. “Full face of affordable makeup …with a different message. If you’re in Australia the best number is 1800RESPECT, there is a book by Lundy Bancroft called ‘Why Does He Do That’ which may be helpful.”

11/10/2025

God's hand on your life.. right from the beginning. You are not alone, you've just got to reach out and take it.. Every life is precious!

01/10/2025

Who can relate? 😅

26/09/2025

18/09/2025

Understand more clearly how your feelings are directing your life!!! Validate your feelings but check them all the time!

12/09/2025

Did you know we offer EMDR therapy at our Wynnum practice?

How EMDR Works:
At the core of EMDR therapy is the idea that trauma can get “stuck” in the brain and disrupt its natural processing mechanisms. When a person experiences trauma, the brain struggles to integrate the memory in a healthy way. As a result, the memory can remain vivid and emotionally charged, causing ongoing distress.

During EMDR, the therapist helps the individual access traumatic memories while simultaneously guiding them through bilateral stimulation (usually through eye movements, but sometimes through tapping or auditory cues). This process is believed to help the brain reprocess the traumatic event and reduce its emotional charge. Essentially, EMDR helps “unlock” the memory, allowing the brain to process it properly and integrate it in a healthier way.

Who Can Benefit from EMDR Therapy?
EMDR therapy is suitable for anyone who has experienced trauma, whether recently or in the past. It is particularly beneficial for individuals with PTSD, but it can also help those dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction, and phobias. People who have experienced various forms of trauma, such as abuse, accidents, natural disasters, or combat exposure, can find significant relief through EMDR therapy.

10/09/2025

Every year on 10 September, communities, organisations and governments across Australia and around the globe come together to mark World Su***de Prevention Day. It is a time to reflect, connect, and recommit to our shared goal of preventing su***de and spreading hope.

Led by the International Association for Su***de Prevention (IASP) and the World Health Organization, this year’s theme, ‘Changing the Narrative on Su***de’, challenges us to transform how we think and talk about su***de.

It’s a call to shift from silence and stigma to openness, empathy and action, to ensure those who are struggling feel heard, supported, and connected. Together, we can help create a future where more lives are saved and more stories are shared.

In Australia, su***de remains the leading cause of death among people aged 15–44. Every year, more than 3,000 Australians die by su***de, and over 55,000 make an attempt. These are not just numbers, they are families, friends, colleagues and communities.

Need help now?
There are crisis services available 24/7

Lifeline 13 11 14
Su***de Call Back Service 1300 659 467

07/09/2025

Happy Father's Day to all the father figures who inspire, guide, and support us every day. Wishing everyone a wonderful Father's Day filled with joy, love, and laughter.

- Michelle Barratt Psychology

05/09/2025

Women's Health Week Day 5:
Be Kind to Your Mind

It's easy to forget yourself when you're caught in the busyness of life. But your mind (and body) matter! Below, we’re zeroing in on mental health and – importantly – how to protect it.

Read more here: https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/womens-health-week/whats-on/be-kind-to-your-mind

04/09/2025

Women's Health Week Day 4:
Pain to Power

Women shouldn’t have to push through pain alone, but many do. So let’s turn things around. Ahead, we share info, stories and expert advice to inspire and empower.

Read Here: https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/womens-health-week/whats-on/pain-to-power