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- Hormonal changes after birth: why new parents benefit from seeing a psychologist
- Why women in perimenopause benefit from seeing a psychologist (Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula)
- Managing ADHD during the postpartum period: why symptoms can spike and what helps
- Eating disorders in pregnancy and postpartum: why they can re-emerge and when to seek support
- Neurodiversity in adulthood: I’ve received a neurodiversity diagnosis… now what?
- The intended mother experience in surrogacy: psychologically pregnant, often misunderstood
- PTSD in police officers: understanding trauma behind the badge in Geelong & the Bellarine Peninsula
- Balanced counselling in surrogacy: why “us vs them” hurts everyone (and what helps instead)
- Coping with grief after stillbirth: finding support and healing in Geelong
- Coping with miscarriage: finding support and healing with a Geelong psychologist
- Healing from birth trauma: how EMDR therapy can help
- Preparing for a second birth after a traumatic first experience: how EMDR therapy can help
- Recognising and managing entitlement in surrogacy: a psychological perspective for intended parents
- Supporting Geelong workplaces: the value of EAP counselling for business wellbeing
- Trauma and first responders: understanding the hidden impact and the path to healing
- Why it’s important for new dads to fail
- What healthy closure looks like: maintaining connection without over-attachment after surrogacy
- Two dads, one family: surrogacy, fatherhood, and the truth about what children really need
- Trauma bonding in surrogacy: when connection becomes complicated
- The postpartum journey for surrogates: what to expect and how to support it
- Claiming Connection: Understanding Newborn Attachment After Surrogacy
- Supporting Your Surrogate: A Guide for Intended Parents to Honour Autonomy, Care, and Connection
- Healing After Surrogacy: Reclaiming Identity and Emotional Balance Post-Birth
- Surrogacy Relationships Over Time: How to Sustain Respectful Connection as the Child Grows
- Being a Surrogate with Neurodiversity: Embracing Difference in the Journey
- Men’s Mental Health During Fertility Treatment: Breaking the Silence
- EMDR for Police and Paramedics: Fast Track Trauma Recovery in Geelong
- Trauma Informed Parenting: Building Safe and Supportive Homes in Geelong
- Managing Burnout in Healthcare Workers: Strategies from Geelong Psychologists
- Cultural Diversity in Therapy: Finding Culturally Sensitive Mental Health Care in Geelong
- Your Voice Matters: Last Chance to Shape Australia’s Surrogacy Future
- Choosing a Surrogacy Counsellor: What to Look For
- Supporting LGBTQI+ Mental Health: Affirmative Therapy in Geelong
- Postpartum Recovery: Our Guide to the Fourth Trimester
- Mindful Parenting: Geelong Psychologists Tips for Staying Grounded
- Couples Counselling: Fostering Connection Through Life’s Challenges
- Partner Support: Communication Tips for Couples Undergoing IVF
- Trauma Recovery: How Geelong Psychologists Help
- Daily Wellness Habits: Building Stability with Geelong Psychologists
- Early Warning Signs of Mood Disorders: Guidance from Geelong Psychologists
- Perinatal Mindset: Building Emotional Strength Before Baby Arrives
- Geelong Psychologists’ Strategies for Coping with Parental Stress
- Mindful Parenting: Cultivating Calm in the First Months Postpartum
- Telehealth and Fertility: How Virtual Psychology Services Can Support Your IVF Journey
- Breaking the Silence: Talking Mental Health with Your Geelong Loved Ones
- Parenting with Purpose: Strengthening Your Mental Wellbeing as a Geelong Family
- Coping with Uncertainty: Mental Health Tools for Life’s Big Transitions
- Navigating Postpartum Emotions: A Psychologist’s Guide to the Fourth Trimester
- Boosting Resilience: Everyday Strategies from Geelong Psychologists
- Perinatal Wellbeing: Strategies for a Healthy Mind During Pregnancy and Beyond
- From Diagnosis to Empowerment: Psychological Insights for Infertility Journeys
- The Emotional Landscape of IVF: A Guide to Managing Stress and Anxiety
- Preparing for Parenthood in 2025: How Perinatal Psychology Can Help
- Setting Realistic Health Goals for the New Year with Your Geelong Psychologist
- Addressing Post Traumatic Stress: When to Seek Help in Geelong
- EMDR Therapy in Geelong: How It Helps With Anxiety and PTSD
- Navigating Eating Disorders: Support Strategies from a Geelong Psychologist
- Starting Fresh: Managing New Year’s Resolutions Stress with a Geelong Psychologist
- Why LGBTQI+ Affirmative Therapy Is Essential: A Geelong Psychologist’s Perspective
- How A Psychologist Can Help You Take Control Of Your Wellbeing: Geelong Edition
- How A Psychologist Can Help You Take Control Of Your Wellbeing: Geelong Edition
- Managing Your Mental Health Over The Festive Season In Geelong
- Why EMDR Therapy Could Be Your Path to Healing: Insights from a Geelong Psychologist
- Managing Anxiety: Practical Strategies from a Geelong Psychologist
- Telehealth in Geelong: Accessing Psychological Services from Home
- Mindfulness Techniques Explained: Insights from a Geelong Psychologist
- Your First Session with a Geelong Psychologist: How to Prepare and What to Expect
- Trauma and First Responders: Insights from a Geelong Psychologist
- Understanding PTSD in First Responders: Symptoms and Support Systems
- How To Know If EMDR Is A Suitable Therapy Option For You
- How To Know If EMDR Is A Suitable Therapy Option For You
- Stress Management Techniques for a Healthier Life in Geelong
- How to Support Someone with Mental Health Issues: Advice for Geelong Families
- Agoraphobia in Adults: Understanding and Managing Your Symptoms
- Panic and How to Manage It in Geelong
- Navigating OCD: Effective Therapies Offered at Happy Minds Psychology
- Dealing with Depression: Resources and Tips for Geelong Locals
- Understanding Mental Health: A Comprehensive Guide for Geelong Residents
- Overcoming Anxiety: Techniques and Support Available in Geelong
- Transformed by Parenthood: Navigating Changes in Relationships and Self-Identity
- Sarah-Jayne Duryea at the LGBTQIA+ Better Together Conference
- Navigating the Silent Grief: Support and Understanding for Stillbirth and Miscarriage
- Announcing Our New Geelong Location: Happy Minds Psychology Partners with Berth
- Celebrating Excellence: Sarah-Jayne Duryea’s Nomination for the Outstanding Contribution to Rural Allied Health
- A Powerful Day: Reflecting on the Geelong Gendered Violence Rally
- Beyond Baby Blues: Recognising and Managing Postnatal Depression and Anxiety
- Mirror to the Past: Exploring How Parenthood Reflects Our Own Upbringing
- How Do I Stop Feeling So Anxious?
- Why Can’t I Sleep as a New Mum?
- Overcoming Alcohol Dependence: A Guide for Police Officers
- How To Get A Mental Health Care Plan In Geelong
- Why Can’t I Conceive?
- Celebrating a New Milestone: Sarah-Jayne Duryea’s Appointment to MRKH Australia Board
- Why Do I Feel Sad All of the Time?
- Why Do I Keep Seeing Images of Incidents I’ve Worked on as a First Responder?
- Why Do I Keep Seeing Images of Incidents I’ve Worked on as a First Responder?
- What are the Signs of Postpartum Depression?
- How to Talk to My Partner About Infertility?
- Signs of Panic Disorder
- How to Cope with Stress as a Paramedic?
- Resilience Building Strategies: Learnings from Psychologists In Geelong
- Mindfulness Practices in Therapy: Insights from Geelong Psychologists
- Balancing Motherhood and Self: Maintaining Your Identity
- Preparing for Parenthood: A Guide to Perinatal Mental Health
- Decoding ADHD in Adults: Unravelling the Myths and Understanding the Facts
- Navigating Perinatal Anxiety: A Comprehensive Guide for Australian Parents
- New Service Announcement: Specialised Support for Domestic Violence Survivors at Happy Minds Psychology
- Geelong Psychologist Insights: How Tailored Care Can Make a Difference
- The Complex Relationship Between Stress and Eating Disorders
- Surrogacy Counselling: Preparing Emotionally for the Journey Ahead
- Feeling Overwhelmed? How Australia’s Rising Cost of Living Could Be Affecting Your Mental Health
- Psychologist Geelong: Supporting Geelong Individuals Through Personal Challenges
- Infertility Counselling: A Safe Space in Your Path Towards Parenting with Happy Minds Psychology
- Perinatal Care: Understanding the Role of Psychology in Pregnancy and Beyond
- Perinatal Care: Understanding the Role of Psychology in Pregnancy and Beyond
- Sarah-Jayne Duryea on the Emerging Mental Health Epidemic Among Women: A Pulse FM Exclusive
- Geelong Psychology: Redefining Mental Health Support in the Community
- Navigating Fertility Challenges: A Geelong Psychologist’s Guide for Women
- How a Geelong Psychologist Can Support You Through Life’s Challenges
- Stress and Fertility: Exploring the Connection
- ADHD in Adults: Navigating Work, Relationships and Daily Life
- Understanding ARFID: When Picky Eating Becomes a Serious Eating Disorder
- The Impact of Infertility on Body Image and Self-Esteem
- Understanding Childhood Anxiety: Signs, Causes, and Strategies for Support
- The Benefits of Inclusive Psychology: How Celebrating Diversity Improves Mental Health Outcomes
- Big Miracles: A Miracle Is Born – Angus & Adam’s Journey To Fatherhood Continues And The Importance Of A Strong Support Network
- Big Miracles: Angus & Adam’s Inspiring Journey To Fatherhood
- The Psychological Impact of Surrogacy: Navigating the Emotional Journey
- Getting the Most Out of Your Therapy Session: Building a Strong Connection with Your Geelong Psychologist
- Supporting Mental Health During IVF: Understanding and Coping with the Challenges
- Tracking Your Psychology Progress: Signs Your Geelong Psychology Journey Is Effective
- Is Anxiety Common During Pregnancy?
- Building Your Australian Surrogacy Team
- 7 Facts About Surrogacy In Australia
- Finding the right Psychologist In Geelong
- Why You Shouldn’t Blame Yourself After Miscarriage
- Confusion And Despair: How To Cope When Everyone Around You Is Announcing Pregnancies
- Dealing With Separation Anxiety in Toddlers
- We’re Hiring: Psychologist Jobs Geelong
- How EMDR Is Used For Birth Trauma
- Postnatal Depression and Anxiety in Dads
- Surviving The Emotional Marathon of a Failed IVF Cycle
- Coping With IVF Failure – The Steps Towards Healing
- Is marriage bad for women’s well-being?
- Fight, flight, freeze or fawn: exploring the four trauma responses
- Emotional cushioning: the anxiety of pregnancy after perinatal loss
- Perinatal loss: coping with the unthinkable
- What is the mental load – and how to ease the strain
- Geelong Psychologists: Getting to know Happy Minds Psychology
- The First Cycle: mentally preparing for your IVF journey
- Understanding and healing the ‘mother wound’
- Helping kids with anxiety: Tips for parents with anxious children
- Sex after baby: Tips for postpartum intimacy
- Low-level anxiety: What is it and how can I deal with it?
- Relationship stress after having children: Is keeping romance alive after baby arrives possible?
- A few words from our Principal Psychologist and Director: juggling parenting and perinatal psychology
- Rockstar required: exciting job opportunity for a mental health professional
- Surrogacy Support Counselling
- Becoming or working with a surrogate: surrogacy support counselling and your pre-surrogacy psychological assessment
- Coping with IVF failure: Tips & advice for when things don’t go to plan
- Perimenopause – signs, symptoms & tips
- CHRISTMAS IS COMING: COPING WITH HOLIDAY STRESS
- SURROGACY IN AUSTRALIA: NAVIGATING THE WINDING ROAD
- Tips to setting boundaries for your mental health
- Understanding and processing trauma with a little ‘t’
- Coping with Miscarriage: Dealing with Grief and Moving Forward
- Anxiety and IVF: Tips for Managing the Emotional Roller Coaster
- Pregnancy After IVF – Coping with Post-IVF Anxiety
- Early Years Parenting in a Pandemic: Tips to Maintaining Equilibrium and a Positive Perspective
- Feeling Lost? Steps to find your way back to the path
- The Signs & Symptoms of High Functioning Anxiety
- Dealing with toddlers and their ‘big feelings’
- Positive Psychology: A Quick Primer
- Self-Identity – Where did I go?
- Needle Phobia – Overcoming a Fear of Jabs
- Building Resilience – How do we?
- The Lead up to Birth – Prenatal Anxiety
- What type of anxiety do I have?
- How a psychologist can help you
- Surrogacy In Australia: How To Bounce Back From Setbacks
- Surrogacy In Australia: How To Bounce Back From Setbacks
- Positive Parenting – 10 Essential Tips To Manage Toddler Behaviour
- What’s Infertility Counselling like?
- How To Cope With Infertility Treatment
- What’s So Bad About Infertility Treatment Anyway?
- Anxiety in pregnancy: what are the effects on my baby?
- Why resilience is important for mental well being: How to bounce back from curve balls
- How smiling effects the brain
