Perfection is the idea of being flawless. Perfectionism is the pressure to get there — often at the cost of your wellbeing. It means setting impossibly high standards, linking your worth to your achievements, and feeling like nothing is ever quite enough. It’s not about being your best — it’s about never feeling safe to be anything less.

Having a child is often seen as a joy – and it can be. But pregnancy can also be overwhelming, with medical, emotional, financial, or relationship stress. Many don’t know that Medicare rebates are available for short-term pregnancy support counselling. It’s a little-known option that offers space to talk through the complex feelings that can come with pregnancy – whether it was planned or not.

An overview of the differences between types of therapists and a guide to choosing which might work best for you.

This blog outlines tips to help lonely people, written by a psychologist

Do you love and support someone with mental illness? You matter too. Here are some helpful strategies to support yourself.

Trauma impacts mind & body—chronic pain, gut issues, burnout & more. Dr. Michelle Darragh & Dr. Vishal Chand explore healing. Watch now!

Racing thoughts can feel like a storm you can't escape. But there's hope. Research-backed strategies and support to help you find calm.

Had enough of people-pleasing? Discover practical strategies to unburden yourself and reclaim your needs.

Burnout isn't just stress—it rewires your brain. Learn the science behind it and practical ways to reclaim your energy and wellbeing.

Deciding on mental health medications? Dr. Ramayya & Dr. Darragh discuss options, benefits & when it might be right for you.

Psychologist and GP discuss treatment for those struggling with emotional eating, disordered eating, or an eating disorder

One small but powerful shift is changing the way we phrase our thoughts about anxiety.

This video outlines the process of getting mental health support, from the doctor's consultation to the first set of sessions.

Worried about your teenager's friendships? Here, adolescent and parent psychologist, Loe Stanford, discusses some of the issues.

Lawyer and Psychologist discuss the support they each provide when one wants to address their historical, childhood or institutional trauma.

Curious about the legal and psychological support available for when you're making a claim through work-cover or personal injury...

PTSD vs CPTSD - what are the differences in symptoms and treatment?

Struggling with weight gain after a stressful time or traumatic event? Here we consider the barriers to post-stress weight loss.

Struggling to keep a brave face while chaos brews inside? Get practical ways to manage stress and build resilience with Unburden Psychology

Learn how diet impacts mental well-being and mood, with tips on brain-boosting foods and the gut-brain connection for a balanced lifestyle.