Police officers in Victoria play a vital role in protecting our communities, responding to emergencies, and supporting people on their worst days. From Geelong to the Surf Coast and across the Bellarine Peninsula, officers regularly witness trauma, violence, death, and...
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PTSD in police officers: understanding trauma behind the badge in Geelong & the Bellarine Peninsula
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Coping with grief after stillbirth: finding support and healing in Geelong
Read MoreLosing 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 impossible to put into words. The joy of anticipation suddenly turns into shock...
Coping with miscarriage: finding support and healing with a Geelong psychologist
Read MoreExperiencing 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 of emotional, physical, and psychological pain that often feels invisible to the outside...
Preparing for a second birth after a traumatic first experience: how EMDR therapy can help
Read MoreFor 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 who have previously endured a difficult or traumatic first birth often feel heightened...
Supporting Geelong workplaces: the value of EAP counselling for business wellbeing
Read MoreBy Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology Geelong Healthy workplaces don’t happen by accident — they are created through intentional leadership, supportive culture, and access to professional mental health care. In recent years, businesses across the Geelong region...
Why it’s important for new dads to fail
Read MoreBecoming a dad is one of the most profound transitions a man can undertake. For two dads welcoming a child through surrogacy and egg donation, the journey often begins long before the birth — through years of emotional preparation, medical...
What healthy closure looks like: maintaining connection without over-attachment after surrogacy
Read MoreBy Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology Surrogacy is often described as a journey — one that begins with hope, deepens through trust, and ends with transformation. But the ending can be emotionally complex. Once the baby is...
Two dads, one family: surrogacy, fatherhood, and the truth about what children really need
Read MoreBy Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist, Happy Minds Psychology When you picture a family, what do you see? For many, the old image of a mother, father, and children still comes to mind. But families today come in countless forms —...
Healing After Surrogacy: Reclaiming Identity and Emotional Balance Post-Birth
Read MoreThe weeks and months following a surrogacy birth are often described as bittersweet. There is joy, gratitude, and relief — but also hormonal shifts, fatigue, and emotional recalibration. For surrogates, this can be a moment of pride mixed with unexpected...
Daily Wellness Habits: Building Stability with Geelong Psychologists
Read MoreLife can feel like a juggling act, with work, family, and personal goals pulling you in every direction. At Happy Minds Psychology in Geelong, we understand how easy it is to lose your footing when mental health takes a back...
