I was up bright and early yesterday, having been asked to speak at the Te Atatu Peninsula Business Association breakfast meeting. The night before when I was up late preparing my talk, worrying about getting it all done in time - I didn't miss the irony: the topic of my talk? Stress!
Read moreA Voice of Hope - speaking out about OCD
I was interviewed for this article about a brave woman speaking about her struggle and recovery from OCD. An excellent read, with resources where you can access help.
Read moreYou aren’t a runner. What are you thinking?
My own personal battle with the demon that is running.
Read moreSelf Care - what do you do?
Taking care of ourselves every day, in small ways - it's so important! Here are some ideas.
Read moreWhen the body says STOP
Functional disorders, unexplained symptoms, chronic pain - and when your body has had enough.
Read moreManaging Anxiety - my article in the Inspo Fitness Journal
The Inspo Fitness Journal printed an article I wrote about anxiety in their July edition.
Read morePhobias, and the urge to drive off a cliff
My interview with Adam Dudding of the Sunday Star Times, and his excellent article on phobias.
Read moreYoga in Psychology
What does Yoga have to do with psychology?
Read moreNew phone line launched in New Zealand
Need to talk? Text or call 1737 for free, 24 hours a day.
Read moreAn oldie, but a goodie
Before you give up, read this list.
Therapy in New Zealand - your questions answered
An excellent document full of information about therapy, and what you can expect.
Read moreMind-body interventions for stress - what works?
A new study covers a decade of mind-body interventions, and finds out more about the positive (and long-term!) effects they can have.
Read moreActive Plus - body, mind, health, play
Have you heard of Active+? Their logo involves leaping energetic bodies and their website is filled with happy, healthy faces of all shapes and size.
Read moreDove House - holistic care for illness
If a family member or friend was very unwell and needed some care that a hospital couldn't provide, do you know what you could suggest to them?
Read moreNadine Isler in the Ponsonby News!
I'm the 'caring professional' featured in the June edition of the Ponsonby News!
Read moreAlexis Kliem, student services, and ACC contracts
Introducing counselling psychologist and ACC provider Alexis Kliem, and about how you can get help if you've suffered sexual abuse or assault. Also where to get help if you're a uni student!
Read moreMusic therapy and therapeutic massage in Auckland
When I arrive, she’s sitting at a table in the Te Atatu Peninsula sunshine. She beams and envelops me in a giant hug. Maria Monet-Facoory (of Healing for Harmony and Balance) and I have known each other for many years – since we shared premises in Grey Lynn. Today I caught up with her to find out more about her new practice.
Read moreMaking connections out West - Te Whānau O Waipareira
The first thing you notice when you come out of the lift on the reception floor of the Whānau Centre is the incredible green and sand-coloured carpet, depicting...
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Why a blog?
Why would a psychologist write a blog?
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