Lisa Myers Psychiatrist

13/04/2026

Did you know?
Depression doesn’t always look like sadness.
Sometimes it looks like exhaustion, brain fog, irritability, or feeling nothing at all.

If you’re unsure, speak to a professional — help is available.

12/04/2026

🌱 5 Signs of a Healthy Relationship

• You can be yourself – no pretending, no fear
• You feel heard – even in disagreements
• Effort is equal – both people show up
• Growth is supported – not held back
• It feels stable – not confusing or anxious

Healthy love feels calm, not chaotic. ❤️

If it feels safe, steady, and supportive—you’re on the right track 🤍

11/04/2026

Self-compassion isn’t letting yourself “off the hook” — it’s what actually helps you move forward.

So many of us have an internal voice that is harsh, critical, and punitive. We think that being tough on ourselves will motivate change… but more often, it does the opposite.

A punitive approach tends to:
• Increase shame and self-doubt
• Keep us stuck in cycles of avoidance
• Undermine confidence and resilience

Self-compassion, on the other hand, creates the conditions for growth.

It also allows for a more objective approach.
Instead of reacting with criticism, you can pause, evaluate what’s actually happened, and understand the reasons behind it.

From that place, you can explore yourself more honestly — your patterns, triggers, and needs — and learn in a way that leads to real, lasting change.

It sounds like:
“I’m struggling right now, and that’s okay.”
“I can learn from this without tearing myself down.”
“I deserve the same kindness I give to others.”

Research consistently shows that people who practise self-compassion are actually more motivated, more accountable, and better able to make meaningful change.

Because change doesn’t come from fear or shame — it comes from feeling safe enough to try again.

Be firm when you need to be. But be kind first.

growth mindset

29/03/2026

So grateful for a wonderful birthday celebration. I wasn’t sure about celebrating, but I’m so glad that I did! It felt so special to share my 50th with my beautiful girls and my wonderful partner.

I’m reminded how short life is and that we never truly know what lies ahead, so it meant a lot to spend such a special day enjoying quality time with my closest people (aside from my sister, who was caring for Mum, and my brother who lives far away) who all made me feel so loved! Thanks to everyone who took time to wish me a happy birthday! I’m very grateful!!

12/03/2026

07/03/2026

International Women’s Day 💜

Raising daughters makes you think about the world you hope they will inherit.

I hope they grow up knowing their voice matters, their wellbeing matters, and that supporting other women makes us all stronger.

This year’s themes “Give to Gain” and “Balance the Scales” are exactly the values I hope to pass on — kindness, fairness, courage and the confidence to stand up for themselves and others.

And perhaps most importantly, that their mental health matters just as much as their achievements.

So grateful to be their mum.

20/02/2026

You don’t have to be “really unwell” to deserve support.

Some days you cope well.
Other days feel heavy, overwhelming, or flat — often for no clear reason.

That’s part of being human.

Mental health care can start with small things:
• Rest
• Talking to someone you trust
• Taking a break without guilt
• Asking for help earlier

And if today is hard — remember feelings change. This moment isn’t permanent.

Be gentle with yourself

22/01/2026

Today my heart breaks for the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in the Bondi tragedy. You are in my thoughts and prayers, and I wish you comfort, strength, and peace.

May this be a time to come together in humanity and may we create a world of respect, peace, compassion and togetherness. It is our shared responsibility to care for one another and be better. 🤍

02/12/2025

“Just a reminder: healing isn’t linear.
Some days will feel heavy, some lighter — both are part of the process.
Be gentle with yourself today.”

01/12/2025

When depression isn’t improving with standard meds or therapy, there are next steps:

• TMS – non-invasive brain stimulation
• New medication options and NEXT STEP TREATMENTS – rapid-acting mood support
• Medication optimisation – switching or augmenting
• Trauma-focused therapies – EMDR, ACT, schema
• Lifestyle/biological factors – sleep, hormones, inflammation

You’re not out of options. Contact us at AwareHub for more information.

06/11/2025

📣 Welcome Dr Kieran Owens to AwareHub!
BA (Hons I) / MBBS, MIT (AI), FRANZCP, Cert. Old Age Psych.

Dr Kieran Owens is a General Adult & Old Age Psychiatrist who works collaboratively with patients to develop personalised, evidence-based treatment plans, integrating lifestyle, psychotherapy, medication, and interventional options.

He supports adults 18+ and has clinical interests in:
• Mood disorders (MDD, bipolar)
• Prolonged grief disorder
• Anxiety (GAD, panic)
• Old age psychiatry (cognitive disorders, dementia, frailty)
• Neuropsychiatry (e.g., encephalitis, brain injury)
• Sleep disorders
• OCD & related conditions

Dr Owens completed medical training at UNSW, with psychiatry training at Prince of Wales, St George & Westmead Hospitals, and subspecialty training in old age psychiatry. He received a HETI Special Training Award for a fellowship at the Black Dog Institute in TMS, ketamine & ECT.

With a background in general/emergency medicine, philosophy, and AI, he brings a unique, holistic perspective. He is currently completing a PhD at the University of Sydney on brain dynamics during sleep.

✨ We’re thrilled to have him on the team!

14/10/2025

Your brain processes social rejection in the same regions that register physical pain — particularly the anterior cingulate cortex and insula.

This means that when you feel excluded, ignored, or criticised, your brain literally reacts as if you’ve been physically hurt — which helps explain why rejection can feel so intensely painful and hard to “just get over.”