As a Gold Coast psychologist who has supported people through major life transitions for more than 30 years, I’ve noticed something predictable: every January, people feel a mix of hope, pressure, guilt, and overwhelm. The idea of “New Year, new…
Most people assume holiday stress is “just part of Christmas,” but as a Gold Coast psychologist who has supported clients for over two decades, I can tell you: holiday stress is real, valid, and extremely common. In fact, holiday stress…
Have you ever noticed how, the moment December arrives, everything seems to speed up? Expectations pile on, emotions run higher, and there’s a quiet pressure to be cheerful even if life feels anything but simple. You’re definitely not alone in…
The first Christmas after a separation or divorce can feel like standing in familiar territory wearing completely unfamiliar shoes. Even the most “normal” holiday traditions can suddenly feel emotionally charged, overwhelming, or painfully different. As a Gold Coast psychologist with…
No matter how old you are, what the season is, or what you want to change, it’s never too late to add some healthy habits to your life. Most of us like to use the transition into a new year…
This time of the year, every year, the internet loves to debate about whether New Year’s resolutions are worthwhile. For those who suffer from anxiety, New Year’s resolutions can not only be difficult to accomplish, but they are also notorious…
Low self-esteem can be a difficult thing to deal with and manage at the best of times, but when the holiday season comes around, it can be even trickier. From seeing relatives who are judgemental or make comments about your…
If you haven’t already made a list of your New Year’s Resolutions for 2020, but you’re hoping for a ‘New Year, New You’ this January, now’s the time to start thinking about your goals. The key to actually achieving your…
Are you hopeful leading into the New Year, or always worried that this next year is going to be the same as always? The New Year is a great time to start seeing a counsellor for so many reasons and…
Like many of us, you might have spent your New Year’s Day planning for 2018, setting goals and making resolutions for the year ahead. Making New Year’s resolutions is something that a lot of people do, but very few actually…