by DrTess | May 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
Not only has a pandemic turned our world upside down, those who are still working now face extra pressures. Will I keep my job? Will they be focusing on my performance? I need to work longer and harder! These are all common thoughts in this current climate, we all...
by DrTess | May 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
If we were to define ‘emotional intelligence’ exactly what would it be? Emotional intelligence (EI) is essentially an individual’s ability to connect their personal experiences with those of others. The term gained popularity in the 1995 book “Emotional...
by DrTess | Mar 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
Fatherhood – Equal part stress and joy. Tips to manage dad’s mental health. We all know that bringing a child into the world can be a time of great excitement and joy for any family, but for some it can also be a time of huge transition and change. A new baby...
by DrTess | Feb 4, 2020 | Uncategorized
The evidence is clear – Australians will be exposed to at least one traumatic event in their lives. Traumatic events can come in all shapes and sizes however according to Phoenix Australia, the most common traumatic events people in Australia are exposed to are:...
by DrTess | Feb 4, 2020 | Uncategorized
Dr Jane Direen – Psychologist Why did you decide on a career in this industry? I became fascinated with human behavior when I completed an introduction to psychology course in College. I had always been interested in health (physical, mental, emotional etc) since I...
by DrTess | Nov 5, 2019 | Staff Profiles
Sam Sturmer – Social Worker – St Helens, Launceston & Rural Outreach Why did you decide on a career in this industry? I am passionate about working with our most vulnerable people in society and mental health is an area where I would like to gain more...
by DrTess | Oct 22, 2019 | Anxiety
The word anxiety seems to be such a fashionable word in current society, yet how many truly understand the definition? We need to move away from fads and look at how we as individuals can create coping techniques to combat anxiety and its symptoms. “More than just...
by DrTess | Sep 25, 2017 | News
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by DrTess | Sep 5, 2017 | Book Review
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by DrTess | Sep 5, 2017 | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
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