Episode 30 – A Recipe of Resources With waiting times for appointments with psychologists growing all across Australia, Chris and Rowan discuss some of the other options that are available… Read more »
Tag: Behaviour change
Seeking a Suitable Psychologist
Episode 26 – Seeking a Suitable Psychologist Chris and Rowan give their tips on finding the best mental health professional for your set of circumstances, as well as some… Read more »
How to Motivate Yourself with Change Talk
From Motivational Interviewing Motivational interviewing is a therapy technique developed, in part, by psychologist William Miller. In a recent episode of Psych Spiels & Silver Linings, the practice’s podcast, motivational… Read more »
Undoing the Affliction of Addictions
Episode 13 – Undoing the Affliction of Addictions This week, Chris and Rowan explore the topic of undoing addictions. Dealing with addictions involves more than just willpower. It also… Read more »
Addressing Avoidance
Episode 10 – Addressing Avoidance This week, Chris and Rowan look at the topic of avoidance and avoidant personality disorders. Avoidance is a problem that arises when one’s fears… Read more »
Shared Courage
This article relates to the great work being done by Foundation 61 with members of the community who are recovering from drug and alcohol addiction. It follows a session spent… Read more »
What is Flow State and How Can it Be Accessed?
Clinical psychologist Chris Mackey discusses the concept of flow and how you can access it yourself. Being in a state of flow is when we’re fully absorbed in what we’re… Read more »
Tips For Focussing Attention
Clinical psychologist Chris Mackey discusses how we can develop our ability to focus attention. This clip was taken from series 2, episode 3 of Destination Happiness.
How Setting Goals Can Improve Your Wellbeing
Clinical psychologist Chris Mackey discusses the importance of setting goals and intentions for our overall wellbeing. This clip was taken from series 2, episode 1 of Destination Happiness.
Managing Anger and Aggression
Clinical psychologist Chris Mackey discusses how to manage with strong feelings of anger and aggression. If you are experiencing persistent feelings of anger or outbursts of aggression, it’s important to… Read more »