Coping With Grief After Stillbirth: Finding Support and Healing in Geelong
Losing a baby through stillbirth is one of the most devastating experiences a family can face. It brings profound grief, disbelief, and emotional pain that can feel…
Coping with Miscarriage: Finding Support and Healing with a Geelong Psychologist
Experiencing a miscarriage is one of the most profound and heartbreaking forms of loss. Whether it occurs early in pregnancy or later, miscarriage can bring a wave…
Healing from Birth Trauma: How EMDR Therapy Can Help
For many new parents, the birth of a child is expected to be one of life’s most joyful and transformative experiences. But for some, childbirth can be…
Preparing for a Second Birth After a Traumatic First Experience: How EMDR Therapy Can Help
For many parents, the thought of a second birth brings a mix of hope and apprehension. While they may long for a healing or redemptive experience, those…
Supporting Geelong Workplaces: The Value of EAP Counselling for Business Wellbeing
By Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology Geelong Introduction Healthy workplaces don’t happen by accident — they are created through intentional leadership, supportive culture, and…
Trauma and First Responders: Understanding the Hidden Impact and the Path to Healing
By Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology, Geelong Every day, first responders — police officers, firefighters, paramedics, emergency dispatchers, and SES volunteers — face situations…
Claiming Connection: Understanding Newborn Attachment After Surrogacy
Welcoming a baby into the world is one of life’s most profound experiences. For intended parents who have built their family through surrogacy, this moment can be…
Stress Management Techniques for a Healthier Life in Geelong
Stress is a common experience for many in Geelong, whether it stems from juggling work commitments, managing family responsibilities, or navigating social dynamics. Understanding how to effectively…
Understanding Mental Health: A Comprehensive Guide for Geelong Residents
Mental health is a vital component of our overall well being, influencing how we think, feel, and interact with the world around us. In recent years, the…
What is EMDR?
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a groundbreaking approach to psychotherapy that has transformed the treatment of trauma and psychological stress. Developed in the late…
How to Cope with Stress as a Paramedic?
Being a paramedic is an undeniably demanding job, characterised by long hours, high-pressure situations, and the responsibility of making life-saving decisions. While the role is incredibly rewarding,…
Navigating Perinatal Anxiety: A Comprehensive Guide for Australian Parents
Perinatal anxiety is a significant mental health concern affecting a considerable number of Australian parents. While pregnancy and the first year after childbirth are often depicted as…