Strong Minds Psychology

03/05/2026

Understanding Anxiety: Why Does My Brain React This Way?

Anxiety is more than just feeling nervous before a big event or worrying about a difficult situation; it’s a natural response hardwired into our brains to help us survive. However, for many people, anxiety can feel overwhelming, persistent, and sometimes irrational. Understanding why our brain reacts this way is the first step in managing anxiety effectively.

In our latest blog, we dive into the anxious brain, what's happening and strategies to improve.

Read more here: https://www.strongmindspsychology.com.au/2026/04/20/understanding-anxiety/

29/04/2026

While ADHD comes with challenges, there are effective ways to work with the brain rather than fight against it.

In a recent blog, we dive into the ADHD brain, what's happening and strategies to improve focus.

Read more here: https://www.strongmindspsychology.com.au/2026/04/06/adhd-and-the-brain/

24/04/2026

𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙬 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙤𝙡𝙙,
𝙖𝙨 𝙬𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙡𝙚𝙛𝙩 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙬 𝙤𝙡𝙙;
𝘼𝙜𝙚 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙬𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙢,
𝙣𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙨 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙢𝙣.
𝘼𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙜𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙙𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙣
𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜
𝙒𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙢.

If you are in crisis or need emergency support, please contact one of the following services:
Emergency Services 000
Lifeline 13 11 14
Su***de Call Back Service 1300 659 467
Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
1800 RESPECT - 1800 737 732

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21/04/2026

The theme for Earth Day 2026 is OUR POWER, OUR PLANET, encouraging individuals worldwide to come together in support of sustainable energy!

Since its inception in 1970, Earth Day has spearheaded numerous initiatives focused on waste reduction, promoting sustainable practices, and aiding businesses in the protection of our diverse flora and fauna.

We’re always excited to discover new sustainable practices! We'd love to hear from you in the comments to see what changes you've made!

For additional details, visit the official World Earth Day website to discover innovative ways to embrace sustainability:

www.earthday.org/history

13/04/2026

Our Occupational Therapy team is available now! 🌱

New team members mean more availability for clients!🎉

We offer support for:
✅ clients of all ages
✅ self-care activities
✅ fine and gross motor skills
✅ play and social participation
✅ community involvement
✅ emotional regulation
✅ sensory processing
✅ readiness for school or work
✅ coaching for parents and caregivers

For more information about our new clinicians or to book your appointment, please visit our website at https://www.strongmindspsychology.com.au/find-us/ or contact our friendly team at 0359671438.

10/04/2026

Panic attacks can be extremely distressing experiences that might occur when a person is experiencing significant anxiety. Some of the common signs of a panic attack include trembling or shaking, sweating, increased heart rate and discomfort in the chest.

Because of the nature of these symptoms, they can be interpreted as a heart attack, which increases the distress the person is experiencing. There are differences, though, including the type of chest pain, the onset, and duration.

If concerned, you should always seek urgent medical care. If concerned about underlying health, always seek medical care.

To address the underlying mental health factors that may lead to a panic attack, working with a psychologist, counsellor or mental health OT could be the best next step.

https://www.firstaidpro.com.au/blog/panic-attacks-and-anxiety-attacks/

08/04/2026

ADHD and the Brain: Why Focus Feels Impossible Sometimes

Many perceive ADHD as just being easily distracted, but it affects executive functions like focus, impulse control, memory, and organisation.

If you struggle with task management, zoning out in conversations, or restlessness, you're not alone.

ADHD is a neurological condition, not a lack of discipline. Understanding the ADHD brain can help manage its challenges. 💡✨

In our latest blog, we dive into the ADHD brain, what's happening and strategies to improve focus.

Read more here: https://www.strongmindspsychology.com.au/2026/04/06/adhd-and-the-brain/

Many people think of ADHD as simply being easily distracted, but it's much more than that. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder affects the brain’s

30/03/2026

Today we celebrate our trans, gender diverse and non-binary community for Trans Day of Visibility.

Being visible isn’t just being seen. It’s being empowered, supported, respected. Being visible means being safe. Every single person deserves to be safe, at the very least.

Trans people have always been here.
Trans people will always be here.

Trans,
Gender Diverse
Non-Binary

It’s all beautiful.

25/03/2026

Today is Purple Day, a global initiative to raise awareness of Epilepsy, dispel myths and increase support.

This is also an important day of awareness for the autism community, as people with autism are more likely to have epilepsy and seizures than the general population.

Swipe to find out more about epilepsy and autism, and visit the article by on their website for further information and links to support 💜



www.autismawareness.webflow.io/aupdate/epilepsy-and-autism

22/03/2026

Celebrated annually on March 23rd is National Eucalypt Day!

Eucalypts are vital for Australia's wildlife, providing food, water, shelter, and safety to species such as koalas and parrot species. With growing threats to these trees, it's essential to protect them and their irreplaceable role in our ecosystem. After all, home is where the gum is! 🌿🐨

At Strong Minds Psychology, some of our favourite moments are spent in our nearby State and National Parks, renowned for their tall Mountain Ash trees that support local wildlife. It's wonderful to take a moment of mindfulness to listen to the birds and the wind through the trees.

Do you have a favourite area that you spend time in nature to wind down?

20/03/2026

Our Occupational Therapy team is growing! 🌳

We are so excited to announce that Happy and Gale have joined our Strong Minds team - and they have immediate availability! 🎉

Gale and Happy can take bookings for:
✅ clients across the lifespan
✅ self care tasks
✅ fine and gross motor skills
✅ play and social participation
✅ community engagement
✅ emotional regulation
✅ sensory processing
✅ school or work readiness
✅ parent / carer coaching

Please visit our website for more details about our new clinicians or to book now - https://www.strongmindspsychology.com.au/find-us/ or call our friendly team on 0359671438 to book your OT sessions.

19/03/2026

What a fantastic day learning and growing together at our Warragul clinic today.

Special thanks to Aunty Linda and Lisa from the Kurnai mob for a Welcome to Country, and starting our day with a smoking ceremony as well as water and earth blessings, and finally for educating the team about providing a culturally safe environment. 🔴🟡⚫️

Look out at the clinics for our collaborative art works celebrating our logo, colours and shared support of the community 💚💜