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What Is the Difference Between Counselling, Psychology, and Psychotherapy?
These terms share many similarities, and I often use them interchangeably in my work. However, they do have differences, and people are naturally curious about what sets them apart: Counselling generally refers to the process of exploring life circumstances in a supportive, person-centred way. While I am not a historian, my understanding is that the modern use of “counselling” emerged alongside psychologists adopting non-medical approaches in the early 20th century. It refle
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When Is the Right Time to See a Psychologist?
Everyone inevitably goes through difficult life circumstances at times, and we are naturally resilient. There isn’t an absolute “right time” to see a psychologist, but there are some questions to consider if you’re wondering whether to seek help: How are we feeling? While all feelings are valid, consider their intensity and duration. Have these emotions persisted for a long time? Do you see a way to manage or resolve them? Have there been changes in behaviour or daily funct
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You’re Not Alone: Understanding Migrant Stress and Mental Health in Australia
Relocating can be a major life change for many immigrants or international students. It may involve adjusting to a new language, a new culture, different ways of relating to others, and even different laws. Everyone has their own life journey and experiences challenges in unique ways. Here, I’d like to share some observations and my passion for working with the CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) community. For young people who have recently come to Australia to st
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What Happens in Our Session? A Guide for First-Time Clients
Whether you’ve been thinking about exploring some long-term struggles in therapy for a while, or have recently found yourself in need of support, I’d like to share a warm welcome message here. Sometimes it can feel daunting to talk about your feelings, to open up to someone new, or to simply take that first step when you don’t feel quite ready. It’s completely normal to feel anxious or “unprepared” before your first session. There’s no right or wrong way to begin — all you
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