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Days such as R U OK? Day provide an important reminder of the value of reaching out and being deliberate in how we engage with others. A mindful approach encourages us to think beyond simply asking the question, and to...

Human connection is vital to our wellbeing and survival. However, as identified in an earlier blog, it is also an area that is increasingly lacking in many of our lives, leaving us feeling disconnected, uneasy and, at times, searching for...

The house suddenly feels quieter. Their bed is still there. You still catch yourself listening for the familiar sound of paws across the floor and expecting a greeting at the front door when you arrive home. If you’ve recently lost...

Have you ever noticed that often, when asked how work or general life is going, the typical response is ‘good’ followed commonly by ‘busy’? This answer seems to land well for most, as we seek to have shared common ground....

The Global Initiative on Loneliness and Connection defines social connection as having a variety of relationships (from strong to weak ties), relationships that can be relied upon for support, and importantly where you feel trust, and where high quality and...

Over the past day, month, or even year, you’ve likely found yourself talking about—or personally feeling—the pressure of rising living costs, increasing petrol prices linked to global conflict, or uncertainty at work as AI continues to reshape industries. These concerns...

Sexual wellbeing is an important part of our overall physical, emotional, mental, and relational health, yet it remains one of the least talked about aspects of our wellbeing. Many individuals and couples experience changes in intimacy, desire, sexual function, or...

Valentine’s Day isn’t just a celebratory hallmark event — it’s commonly a signal to many of us of what is missing in our personal relationships or in ourselves. Instead of being presented with roses and romance, we are confronted with...

The Christmas and New Year period offers us a valuable opportunity to pause, reflect on the year that has passed, and consider the changes we would like to make moving forward into the New Year. For many, it brings a...

Psychologists in Geelong services provide confidential, evidence-based support for adults experiencing depression. Counselling offers a safe place to explore emotions, understand patterns, and develop practical strategies that restore motivation and wellbeing. With more than 30 years of experience, Helen Handsjuk...