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Lawson Clinical Psychology

Locality: Subiaco, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 6143 4499

Address: 34 Coghlan Road 6008 Subiaco, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.lawsonpsychology.com.au

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25.01.2022 Want to get the most out of therapy? Know what it is that you want! In our latest blog post, we share with you some tips on setting SMART goals to help increase your chances of success. (Psst - they also help you get the most out of life too) https://www.lawsonpsychology.com.au//what-do-you-want-to-/ . .... . #goalsetting #therapy #psychology #perth See more

24.01.2022 https://theconversation.com/want-to-see-a-therapist-but-don

24.01.2022 Sneak peak at our new Claremont clinic. We look forward to welcoming our first clients on Monday.

24.01.2022 Yoga offers a range of benefits for the body, but did you know it can also do wonders for the mind? Check out our blog to find out more https://www.lawsonpsychology.com.au///13/body-mind-unwind/

23.01.2022 "If you listen to what your anxiety is telling you to do, you usually feel better........... . . ... but if you listen to your anxiety, your world also gets smaller."

22.01.2022 New blog post by Dr Esha Jamnadass, Clinical Psychologist Registrar. Learn how to use your breath to calm your body and your mind. https://www.lawsonpsychology.com.au//just-breathe-how-bre/... . . . #lawsonpsychology #relaxation #anxiety #psychology #perth See more

21.01.2022 We never stop learning and developing our skills at Lawson Clinical Psychology. Over the next few days members of our team will be attending the international OCD online conference. Let the learning begin!

21.01.2022 Enrolments are also open for our group therapy program for teens presenting with OCD. The program is evidence-based CBT with exposure and response prevention and is designed for 15 to 17 year olds presenting with a primary diagnosis of OCD. The group will run weekly over 10 weeks plus a one month follow up session.... Two additional sessions will be held for parents to learn strategies for supporting their adolescent in breaking free from OCD. If there is interest for a group for a younger age range (11-14 years) there may be an opportunity to add an additional group in term 3 of the school year. Please contact [email protected] for more information or call 6143 4499.

20.01.2022 Are you worried your child is spending too much time gaming? Dr Ben Pearcy, Clinical Psychologist Registrar, outlines the warning signs of problematic gaming and what to do next. https://www.lawsonpsychology.com.au//too-much-of-a-good-t/

20.01.2022 A huge congratulations to Ben on the completion of his PhD. Well done Dr Pearcy

20.01.2022 The team have celebrated 10 years in their home at the clinic on Coghlan road in Subiaco. . In 2010, our small team moved from the Subiaco Business centre to the federation building on Coghlan Road to start a new chapter. It was a big move at the time but the clinic allowed us grow as a team and to be able to help more people. Over time, it has become the central hub for our team and a place we feel at home. ... . Thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey along the way. You have all helped to make the clinic what it is today. . The team are looking forward to continuing to provide clinical psychology services to the local community for many years to come. . . . #perthlife #subiaco #lawsonpsychology #clinicforgood #clinicalpsychology See more

20.01.2022 All-or-nothing thinking (aka. black and white thinking) is a thinking trap that involves thinking in two absolute categories. You’re either perfect or a complete failure, right or wrong, good or bad, with no shades of grey in between. For example, you perform below your average on an assessment for university and think I’m a failure or you try out for the local footy team’s A squad and are made a reserve and think I’ll never be good enough. To alter your relationship wit...h these thoughts, remember that thoughts are just words/ sounds/bits of language in our heads. These thoughts are neither true nor false, fact nor fiction, they are just stories (opinions, beliefs, judgements etc.) that our minds like to tell us. Try catching these thoughts and saying Ah, there’s the ‘I’m not good enough’ story, or Ah, there’s the ‘I’m a failure’ story. See more

18.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who attended our From the Couch, live Q&A event last night. We had a great discussion about OCD, treatment options and strategies for managing during the current pandemic. Coming up: Monday May 25th at 7 pm. Dr Clair Lawson will host Paul Jeffery and Michelle Lapuma from Jeffery & Ree Clinical Psychology. They will be talking about parenting kids and teens. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us//4015898/WN_Yz7ZXXcDSTOPueCBHNVRVQ

17.01.2022 How gorgeous is St Quentin Ave? This stunning street is home to our new Claremont clinic.

17.01.2022 Meet the team. Introducing Dr Caitlin Pearcy, a Clinical Psychologist and Supervisor who will be offering appointments from our Claremont clinic. Caitlin has a passion for working with adults and adolescents and has a particular interest in complex trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and borderline personality disorder. She has experience working with a range of clinical presentations and works with her clients to create a non-judgemental, supportive,... and safe space. She adapts her treatment to utilise a range of evidence-based treatment approaches based on the needs of her clients. These include Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Metacognitive Therapy. Outside of work, you can find Caitlin on the volleyball court, indoor sky diving, at the sewing table, or spending time with her beautiful family.

16.01.2022 Are you finding yourself worrying about the future? Are you finding it hard to stop worrying? Are you feeling anxious and stressed? Join our free live Q&A session with Dr Clair Lawson and Melissa Ree-Jeffery, Clinical Psychologists. Episode 04# of From the couch: What ifs...... One for the worriers.... Monday, June 1st @ 7pm (AWST). Register here https://us02web.zoom.us//1115889/WN_18EMvakXS-qH3QNfF_4i7A Your privacy will be protected. Attendees are not seen on camera, other attendees can not see who else is attending and are able to ask questions anonymously. Presented by Lawson Clinical Psychology, Sleep Matters & Jeffery & Ree Clinical Psychologists

15.01.2022 New Blog Post Mindful in May: Learn about the benefits of mindfulness and how to implement mindfulness into everyday life from Dr Rachael Sim, Clinical Psychologist. https://www.lawsonpsychology.com.au/2020/05/15/mindfulness/

15.01.2022 Today is R U OK Day. Start a conversation with someone. Just ask, listen and dont judge. Encourage them to explain by asking "How are you feeling about that?" or "How long have you felt that way?"... Show that youve listened by repeating back what youve heard (in your own words) and ask if you have understood them properly. You could say "it sounds like you have been feeling ____________, since/because/ _____________, is that right?" You may not change the world but you could just change the world for one person. Need more tips? www.ruok.org.au Download the conversation guide here. https://www.ruok.org.au/download-r-u-ok-day-materials #ruokday2020

15.01.2022 Clinical Psychologist/Registrar - Subiaco/Claremont We are seeking a clinical psychologist or clinical psychology registrar to join the growing and supportive team at Lawson Clinical Psychology. We are looking for an enthusiastic and confident individual who is passionate about providing evidence-based psychological therapy, can work independently but also enjoys working in a team environment. Lawson Clinical Psychology is a place to establish and grow a career in clinica...Continue reading

13.01.2022 Our clinics are now closed for the Christmas holidays. We reopen on Monday 4th January at 8.30am. We hope you and your loved ones have a Merry Christmas and we look forward to working with you in 2021.

13.01.2022 Check out this free e-book for kids. The book helps kids understand and cope during Covid lockdowns. It was written by the awesome Dr Hayden Wilson from the Swiss Family Clinic along with authors in the UK. ... https://online.flippingbook.com/view/939871/

13.01.2022 https://www.psychologytoday.com//why-are-teen-brains-desig

13.01.2022 It was lovely chatting about sleep and insomnia with Dr Melissa Ree-Jeffery this evening. Join us next week for our free Q&A session From the couch: Managing ...OCD during a pandemic. Monday May 18th @ 7pm (AWST). Register here https://us02web.zoom.us//7215889/WN_aX1o9KJEQPWfwRhzyfhvNQ

12.01.2022 Parent self-care Put on your oxygen mask before attending to your children Parents can feel overloaded by all the added demands during this time whilst simultaneously trying to manage childrens needs. Remember to put your own oxygen mask on before attending to children. Whether its taking time to call a friend or family member, phoning a support line, stepping out for a cup of tea or breath of fresh air, or asking others for help to look after children, make sure you are... monitoring your own fuel tank and prioritising your own mental health to get through these trying times. Your child is more likely to be able to cope and feel safe if they can see you modelling coping for them.

12.01.2022 We will be taking a short break over Christmas. We will be open until 8 pm on Wednesday 23rd December and then will re-open on Monday 4th January 2021 at 8.30am. If you need to make or change an appointment during this time, please use the client portal on our website. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas.

12.01.2022 #blackouttuesday Black lives matter Indigenous lives matter

12.01.2022 During these difficult times we understand that it may be harder for you to access supports. So, weve compiled a list of some of the free resources available online or via an app to help you to continue to work on your goals. The Centre for Clinical Interventions has workbooks available online for a range of mental health difficulties including: depression, anxiety, self-esteem, panic attacks, eating disorders, distress tolerance and more. - Simply click on this link to vi...ew these workbooks- https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Res/Looking-After-Yourself - PTSD Coach Australia (app): great app for guided relaxation, mindfulness and grounding exercises as well as tools for managing specific PTSD symptoms. - CBT-I coach (app): tools to help quiet your mind before bed and to stick to a sleep routine. - SAM (app): recording, tracking and managing anxiety. - ACT companion (app)- register and then subscribe using the code Together for a free subscription. Please feel free to comment below with any websites or apps that you find helpful that we havent listed

11.01.2022 Enrollments are now open for our new group program for teens: Body - Mind Unwind. The 3-day program has been designed to help teens develop a better understanding of the link between physical and mental well-being. Sessions will include aspects of psychology, yoga, and mindfulness and teens will learn how they can use both their body and mind to manage symptoms of stress and anxiety. ... Body - Mind Unwind is suitable for adolescent girls in Years 10 - 12 and will be running twice during the October school holidays (9 - 11 am on the 1st -3rd October and a second group from 9 - 11 am on the 8-10th October). Visit our Group Therapy page or contact us on 6143 4499 or [email protected].

11.01.2022 Meet our client relationship team Michelle, Bev, Jess and Freya are here to welcome you and support you throughout your therapy journey. They also do an amazing job supporting the clinicians too

11.01.2022 Magnification and Minimization is a thinking trap that generally involves magnifying other people’s positive attributes/achievements/successes and minimizing your own positive attributes/achievement/success. You can think of minimization as that explaining away process. For example, if a friend is awarded a promotion at work you might think they have a great work ethic and are right for the role whereas if you are awarded a promotion you might think no one else wanted to role that’s the only reason I got the promotion. To challenge this thinking trap ask yourself what would I say to a friend in the same situation? and see if you can say this to yourself in the same kind, compassionate tone.

11.01.2022 What an incredible team. Whilst juggling their own ups and downs as a result of covid, the team have continued to provide the highest quality care to their clients and to be there for each other. Couldn’t think of a better group of people to work with.

11.01.2022 *CLIENT EXPERIENCE OFFICER* "More than just a receptionist" Are you a people person who loves to provide an exceptional customer experience? ... We are hiring and are on the lookout for our next client experience superstar. Permanent full-time across our Subiaco and Claremont clinics. Click below to learn more, or apply today: https://www.seek.com.au/job/50570870

10.01.2022 Only 4 days until we open our new clinic in Claremont. The team are busy setting up the new space and making it feel like home. Excited for the arrival of our new furniture tomorrow. . . . #claremontquarter #stquentinavenue #lawsonpsychology #mentalhealth #psychologistsofinstagram #psychology #clinicforgood

09.01.2022 Being present in the moment. Next time you take a walk, try to spend some time paying attention to your surroundings. Notice the things you hear, the wind on your face, the sun on your skin, the smells around you and the little things you can see. You might be amazed at what you discover. This southwestern long neck turtle was making a run for the main road when spotted by Clair on her walk today. Thankfully, he was rescued and returned to the lake to grow and flourish.... . . . #perthlife #longneckturtle #lawsonpsychology See more

08.01.2022 Enrollments are now open for our next Break Free from OCD group therapy program due to commence in June 2020. The Break Free from OCD group program for adults experiencing symptoms of OCD. This program is part of an ongoing research project with Curtin University to improve treatment for the disorder - individuals attending the program have the option of participating in this research. Group therapy for OCD is an effective treatment and offers several advantages over individu...al therapy. These include: Increased Motivation: Just as it can be difficult to go to the gym by yourself, it can be difficult to undertake CBT for OCD on your own. Other group members provide encouragement to face fears and you may even help inspire others to change too. The shared experience of tackling OCD can be a very powerful experience. Cost-effectiveness: Group therapy is more cost-effective than individual therapy for OCD. Social support: Much suffering stems from the feelings of isolation caused by OCD symptoms. Group therapy allows clients to see that they are not alone and that others are struggling with similar challenges. In addition, other group members often have great hints and tips for coping with OCD. Our next group program will commence in June 2020. The program runs run for 10 weekly, 2-hour sessions plus a follow up session one month after the group finishes. Want to find out more? Visit our Group Therapy page or contact us on 6143 4499 or [email protected]. . . #ocd #cbt #Exposureresponse #grouptherapy

07.01.2022 A big congratulations to Esha on the completion of her PhD. Well done Dr Jamnadass

06.01.2022 Surviving Christmas Tip With the tumultuous year that has been 2020, it may be even more tempting than usual to create the perfect Christmas this year. However, striving for perfect will only lead to added pressure, stress, anxiety and even disappointment at an already stressful time of year. So rather than striving for prefect, try setting realistic expectations for your celebrations this year. For example, if you know that when your extended family gathers together t...here tends to be tension, clashes of personality or disagreements, rather than striving for a perfect family lunch, strive for an enjoyable family lunch while accepting and making room for any uncomfortable moments that may arise. If you’re preparing a meal for your family rather than striving for a perfectly amazing spread, aim for a tasty and enjoyable meal and allow room for an imperfection or two. After all, Christmas is about spending time with family and loved ones, not striving for an unachievable perfect.

05.01.2022 A great resource for people struggling with OCD. https://peaceofmind.com/where-to-begin/

05.01.2022 Shoulding and Musting is a thinking trap that involves placing inflexible rules on your own and others behaviours; rules which are often setting the bar too high and are unrealistic to achieve. When we violate a rule we hold for our own behaviour we often experience guilt, for example, imagine you hold the rule I should go to the gym more and I shouldn’t eat carbs and then you skip the gym and eat a bowl of pasta how might you feel? When others violate a rule you hold for... the behaviours of others you often feel annoyed, angry or restful. For example, imagine how you would feel if you held the rule people should keep their opinion to themselves and someone tried to engage you in a discussion on a controversial topic or tried to give you some constructive feedback. When you notice yourself shoulding or musting try and bring some flexibility into the rule by softening it to something like It would be nice if., or I would prefer it if.

05.01.2022 Check out our FAQ to learn more about online psychological therapy. https://www.lawsonpsychology.com.au//frequently-asked-que/

05.01.2022 A great article about the challenges people with OCD are experiencing in the face of the current pandemic. https://www.theguardian.com//ocd-coronavirus-cbt-mental-he

05.01.2022 Update: New guest announced. Dr Michelle Jongenelis, Clinical Psychologist will be joining us to answer questions about worry, overthinking and how to stop the worry cycle with metacognitive therapy. Join our free live Q&A session with Dr Clair Lawson, Dr Michelle Jongenelis and Dr Melissa Ree-Jeffery, Clinical Psychologists. ... Episode 04# of From the couch: What ifs...... One for the worriers. Monday, June 1st @ 7pm (AWST). Register here https://us02web.zoom.us//1115889/WN_18EMvakXS-qH3QNfF_4i7A Your privacy will be protected. Attendees are not seen on camera, other attendees can not see who else is attending and are able to ask questions anonymously. Presented by Lawson Clinical Psychology, Sleep Matters and Jeffery & Ree Clinical Psychologists

04.01.2022 Surviving Christmas Tip In the lead up to Christmas Day and the New year it can be easy to find yourself becoming overwhelmed and caught up in the smaller details of the day and bigger resolutions for the New Year. Remember to take a moment to step back, take a breath, and reflect on what really matters to you. ... It might be spending time with friends and/or family, reconnecting with someone that you care about, giving yourself a much needed break, having a nice meal, being looked after, or just allowing yourself to have a fun-filled day. Try to keep this bigger picture in mind and put your energy into the things that matter most to you. Written by Dr Caitlin Pearcy, Senior Clinical Psychologist at Lawson Clinical Psychology.

03.01.2022 Join Dr Clair Lawson and Dr Melissa Ree next week for the next free Q&A session in the From the couch series. From the couch: Managing OCD during a pandemic. Monday May 18th @ 7pm (AWST). ... Register here https://us02web.zoom.us//7215889/WN_aX1o9KJEQPWfwRhzyfhvNQ

02.01.2022 Today’s thinking trap is Emotional Reasoning, which occurs when we base our view of a situation, ourselves or someone else entirely on our emotions/ how we feel about something when there is no other evidence to support this. Simply put, I feel x, therefore x must be true. For example, have you ever felt anxious or had a gut feeling and thought I feel like something bad is going to happen, so I won’t go out with my friends tonight. Or, I feel angry, so this person must have been rude. To challenge emotional reasoning look at the evidence for the thought (evidence which would stand up in a court of law) and the evidence against the thought. Alternatively, ask yourself If I were not feeling this way, how else might I view the situation?.

02.01.2022 Enrollments are now open for our next Break Free from OCD group therapy program due to commence in August 2020. The Break Free from OCD group program for adults experiencing symptoms of OCD. This program is part of an ongoing research project with Curtin University - individuals attending the program have the option of participating in this research. Group therapy for OCD is an effective treatment and offers several advantages over individual therapy.... Increased Motivation: Other group members provide encouragement to face fears and you may even help inspire others to change too. The shared experience of tackling OCD can be a very powerful experience. Cost-effectiveness: Group therapy is more cost-effective than individual therapy for OCD. Social support: Much suffering stems from the feelings of isolation caused by OCD symptoms. Group therapy allows clients to see that they are not alone and that others are struggling with similar challenges. In addition, other group members often have great hints and tips for coping with OCD. The program runs run for 10 weekly, 2-hour sessions plus a follow up session one month after the group finishes. Visit our Group Therapy page or contact us on 6143 4499 or [email protected].

02.01.2022 Now more than ever, it is important to take a moment and notice the beauty around us. Sunset over Lake Monger on a gorgeous Winters day in Perth. #timefornature World environment day.

01.01.2022 Today’s thinking trap is Catastrophising. This thinking trap involves blowing things out of proportion and viewing the situation or outcome as the worst thing possible, unacceptable or intolerable. For example, you have applied for a job and not been offered an interview. and think My resume must not be very competitive, which spirals to even if I do get offered an interview I’ll crack under the pressure, which in turn spirals to I’m never going to get a job. To chall...enge catastrophising thoughts, notice and label them as such and apply the brakes-Remember that you are getting ahead of yourself and you don’t know how things are going to turn out. Try allowing your thoughts to come and go on their own without hooking into them. You can do this by imagining your thoughts as leaves floating by on a stream, as cars travelling on the freeway, or as clouds floating in the sky. See more

01.01.2022 Are you on a mental health care plan and running out of sessions for the year? If youve had to quarantine or self-isolate for 14 days as a result of COVID-19, since 1st July 2020, you could be eligible for 10 additional Medicare rebated appointments. Contact our friendly client relationship team for more information on 6143 4499.

01.01.2022 Free live Q&A session. Dr Clair Lawson will be hosting our next From the Couch episode on Monday 25th May at 7 pm. Clair will be chatting with Paul Jeffery and Michelle La Puma from Jeffery & Ree Clinical Psychologists and Sleep Matters. Topic: Parenting your kids and teens: Getting unstuck when managing their anxiety and poor sleep... During the pandemic, were seeing anxiety and poor sleep on the rise in kids and teens. This can sometimes result in kids and parents feeling stuck and working against each other. Bring your questions along for Paul and Michelle who are child and adolescent clinical psychologists. Register to attend the Q&A session here: https://us02web.zoom.us//4015898/WN_Yz7ZXXcDSTOPueCBHNVRVQ Your privacy will be protected. Attendees are not seen on camera, other attendees can not see who else is attending and are able to ask questions anonymously.