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Maintaining psychological hygiene during a crisis
March 23 2020Tips on maintaining psychological health during COVID-19 and other crisis’ Psychological hygiene can be defined as being mindful of one’s mental health and establishing daily routines or habits to assist in maintaining a healthy psychological well-being. During a crisis, it’s important to remain updated with relevant information and recommendations but also to discern how much…
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How trauma counselling can help people suffering from Australia’s bushfire crisis
January 27 2020Trauma counselling is a form of therapy for anyone who has been through an intense or negative experience in their lives. Whether it is a repeated trauma such as abuse or bullying or a one off such as a death, natural disaster, terminal illness or job loss, trauma counselling can help you…
Read moreGeelong psychologist’s tips for dealing with grief this festive season
December 18 2019If you are struggling with grief this festive season, then turn to Geelong psychologists for strategies to cope in this difficult time. People have an opportunity over the holiday season to take a break from busy lives, reflect on the year that was and spend much-needed time with family and friends. For many, it’s the…
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How mindfulness workshops can transform Geelong businesses & organisations
September 24 2019Mindfulness has many benefits in the modern world, with many of the largest companies around the world including tech giant Google and retail chain Target, frequently holding mindfulness workshops with their employees to help encourage wellbeing, regain productivity, and reduce stress among many other things. Helen Handsjuk is a qualified mindfulness trainer in Geelong that…
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The Geelong psychologist helping people find their ideal career
July 23 2019Looking at finding a career or field of study that suits you? Feel a little lost and not sure what steps you should take? Geelong psychologist Helen Handsjuk has helped many people in a similar position find a rewarding and fulfilling career by working with them to gain clarity in their thinking, in order to…
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Seeking counselling a positive step for people with postnatal depression in Geelong
June 26 2019When you are a new mother, it’s normal to ride a roller coaster of emotions in those early days. Love, excitement, apprehension and a myriad of other feelings combine with exhaustion, leaving many people battling as they learn how to look after their baby. But for some mothers, anxiety and depression can overshadow their lives…
Read moreGeelong mindfulness training delivers positive change
April 30 2019There are so many benefits that can flow from investing time in quality Geelong mindfulness training. Organisations, businesses, schools and individuals are reaping the rewards of mindfulness, with global powerhouse companies including Google and Deutsche Bank now embracing mindfulness programs to enhance their business function. As an experienced Geelong mindfulness trainer and psychologist, Helen Handsjuk runs…
Read moreThe benefits of seeing a child psychologist in Geelong
March 30 2019For many parents, the decision to take their child or adolescent to a child psychologist in Geelong can be confronting. Some may wrestle with the thought their child could simply grow out of whatever is causing immediate concern. Or whether the youngster might feel more stressed by the visit. Or they may fear they’re simply…
Read morePsychologists in Geelong help you find more purpose in life
February 27 2019Do you ever feel like your life is short on meaning and tall on stress, workload and emptiness? While humans are genetically programmed to do things that allow them to have a purpose and experience meaning in life, the modern world often clouds our vision in these areas. If you feel there’s too much noise…
Read moreExpert-run Qigong classes kicking off in Geelong
January 29 2019Accompanying Paul Burns (qualified AHPRA Acupuncturist, Chinese Medicine Practitioner and level 1 Ziran Qigong instructor), Helen Handsjuk will be conducting Ziran Qigong classes in Geelong, with the first class kicking off tomorrow, Wednesday the 30th January at Geelong City Yoga (see info at Geelong Yoga or email info@geelongyoga.com.au) Qigong (pronounced chee-gong) is a Chinese term that…
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