RWA Psychology in Beecroft | Psychologist

RWA Psychology

Locality: Beecroft

Phone: +61 2 9980 1400

Address: 2A Hannah St 2119 Beecroft, NSW, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 Teenage years are an important transitional period, often marked by change, unpredictable moods and strong feelings. At times, these feelings can be hard for a young person to understand and manage, let alone talk about. As teenagers are figuring out who they are, parents are often learning to navigate the balance between offering both support and space for their teenager. Relationships between parents, families and young people can become strained and tense, and often there is a need to try new ways to connect and communicate.

25.01.2022 If you’re noticing an increase in fear, stress, and worry in your child, you might be wondering whether they’re dealing with an anxiety disorder. Being able to identify the signs and symptoms is a critical first step in helping your child with anxiety. Keep reading to learn how to identify the symptoms of anxiety in children, how anxiety is diagnosed, and how it’s treated....

24.01.2022 Connecting Mumma’s Group Program Welcome to parenting! Early parenting is a time of getting to know ourselves as mums (and dads) and figuring out what all this means. A time of getting to know baby. It is a time of joys and love but also worries and fears. Sometimes we just don’t feel what we expected to feel. Come join other new mums and talk about what this time is really like. Right now we just can’t connect in person the way we would like to, the way we really need to. ... Connections are what helps us enjoy the good times and get through the rough times. Connecting Mamma’s is facilitated by qualified psychologists who are passionate about working with new mums in this perinatal space. Our groups run on Friday mornings from 10.30am for 45 minutes over 3 weeks. The cost of the program is $50 per week. (Health Fund and Medicare rebates may apply)

23.01.2022 It takes a village to raise a child’ is a phrase emphasising the role of family and community in a child’s development. What does this phrase mean in the context of teenage boys growing up in Sydney today? And what impact do teachers, parents, siblings, friends, marketers, and public figures have in raising our next generation of men? The answer is, I think, quite a significant impact. Prime Minister Scott Morrison was asked at the onset of the Coronavirus Pandemic by an ABC journalist Are you afraid? Mr. Morrison replied with an emphatic No. Perhaps members of our community may have felt comforted by this response. I wonder though, if for our teenage boys, this response may have subtly reinforced a sense that men shouldn’t feel afraid.

22.01.2022 Sometimes family life can be so busy that it's hard to clearly see what's happening in our children's and spouse's lives, and clearly hear what they are trying to tell us. With mindfulness we take a moment to slow down and stop what we're doing in order to reconnect with ourselves, with each other and with the world around us. A good place to begin is by choosing a time each day to make mindfulness your family's top priority. Click the link below to discover opportunities where you can slow down and experience mindfulness together as a family .

22.01.2022 Generating worrisome thoughts is the brain's way of protecting us from potential threats. But it can also predispose us to excessive anxiety.

21.01.2022 Punishment and shame don't create positive behavior change. Here's why experts say there's a better way.

20.01.2022 What is worry? Worry is something we do. Specifically, worry is a process of thinking, using language, that revolves around identifying problems. For example, if an individual was worrying about an upcoming test, they may think about not having studied enough, not being intelligent enough, being too tired to concentrate, having studied in an ineffective way, etc. Notice that in this example, potential solutions to these problems are not considered. The process of worry revolv...es exclusively around identifying problems. It is helpful to understand worry as the very initial step of problem solving. Structured problem solving involves several steps including; identifying problems, identifying solutions, evaluating solutions, putting solutions into place, and evaluating solutions. When we worry, we remain in the problem identification phase of problem solving.

19.01.2022 We aim to provide a supportive, nurturing and non-judgmental environment where you can explore and process issues which may be troubling you. Issues we frequently work with: Anxiety... Stress Depression Post Natal Depression Low self-esteem Grief and loss Trauma Personal growth Parenting issues Relationship difficulties Behavioural concerns Anger management Self harm Education difficulties To find out more about our services click the link below

18.01.2022 The ancient 3,000 year old tradition of yoga has been heralded as good medicine for the body. Multiple studies show that yoga helps to regulate blood glucose levels, improve muscle skeletal ailments, moderate the nervous system and regulate the cardiovascular system. The pace is slow and steady, and the poses are easy. Kundalini yoga blends several basics that work directly on physical vitality and increased consciousness: stretching, body poses, controlled breathing, focused attention, mental awareness and the meditative process.

17.01.2022 Clients can enter therapy due to a relationship that is causing pain. Common phrases I hear clients say about these relationships are I know he is not good for me but I just cannot not see him or we are at a good place now and she has apologised. Sounds toxic right?

17.01.2022 In this blog and elsewhere, I have written about the most common couple sexual issue desire discrepancy, and associated with this, the emergence of the toxic pursuer-distancer cycle. An assumption underlying much of the confusion and misunderstanding surrounding this problem is that the male libido and female libido work in similar ways. Contrary to this widespread belief, the female sex drive responds under certain conditions and to different factors.

16.01.2022 Social media has become increasingly common with an estimated 3.6 billion users worldwide, and that number is projected to grow to almost 4.5 billion by 2025. And even though social media has fundamentally altered how we communicate with one another, scientists are still researching potential health implications, especially for mental health. However, evidence indicates that social media may contribute to depressive symptoms, especially amongst younger populations.

15.01.2022 A psychometric assessment is a process of evaluating an individual’s current ability levels across different domains of functioning. The information gathered from the assessment is used in the diagnosis of childhood disorders as well as behavioural and learning disorders. This information is helpful for determining an individual’s support needs and allows clinicians to make the appropriate recommendations. Psychometric tests are standardised testing tools. This means that the test has been developed to have uniformity in administration, scoring and interpretation. When a test is ‘standardised, all participants have required to answer the same questions in the same order and with the same testing conditions. This way clinicians are able to compare an individuals performance relative to their age-matched peers.

15.01.2022 Why see a Psychologist? Therapy can be a very empowering experience as you explore these issues, learn how to manage them and bring about positive change in your life. Whatever your reason for choosing to come to counselling, many people find that being able to sit down and talk in a non judgemental and nurturing environment is a comforting & useful experience. As professionals, psychologists are skilled in assisting you to develop insight into your deeper issues and concerns.

14.01.2022 As much as we might try to take rejection in our stride, our brains may not be on board. How do we make it easier to cope?

14.01.2022 Anxiety, beyond feelings of worry and fear, is essentially the body’s response to stress, which can be a temporary reaction to situations, or a chronic state. This response, most of the time, takes on the form of fight-or-flight, which catapults the body into a panic. It basically kicks all involuntary processes into high gear through the sympathetic nervous system, such as breathing rates and heart rates. This is to equip the body with enough oxygen and blood to be able to cobble together a robust response to a threat. For people with chronic anxiety, these responses manifest on a regular basis. Constantly experiencing fast, shallow breathing and a hammering heart can trigger the mind into more panic and anxiety, keeping a vicious cycle intact.

13.01.2022 Letting your spouse know that their thoughts and feelings are heard and acknowledged is one of the most important elements of a happy relationship. This, after all, lets people know that they are not being ignored or casually disregarded. Conversely, denying a partner’s feelings and trivialising their opinions can quickly sabotage a marriage. This emotional invalidation can happen in a quick, almost casual manner (That’s ridiculous.) or in passive-aggressively telling a partner how they should react before you even speak (Don’t freak out, but). In the worst-case scenarios, it can devolve into situations that can be humiliating and degrading (Don’t listen to him, he doesn’t know what he’s talking about.).

12.01.2022 Before actually having the conversation, a lot of work needs to go into preparing for the conversation. Specifically, you need to determine the reason/purpose to have the conversation, your emotions about the conversation, invite/allow the other person to prepare for the conversation, adapt your style to best suit the conversation's need, and to come into the conversation with optimism. Let's look at some steps to follow...

11.01.2022 Our approach is to find the right balance between taking the time to talk and listen, and developing ‘real world’ skills. We focus on understanding your issues, what has caused them and what is maintaining them, then work with you on practical strategies so you can manage any symptoms you may be experiencing and ultimately feel happier within yourself.

10.01.2022 While being in a committed relationship with someone you love can evoke feelings of connection, validation, and security, some might find that they feel less connected to their partner over time. Whether anxiety pangs in their stomach at the thought of discussing a controversial topic within the relationship, anger whirls whenever another hurtful comment is spoken by their partner, or you're perfectly happy but still feel a bit off - there are a wide variety of negative feelings one can feel while in a long-term relationship. Sometimes, these feelings can feel like loneliness. But how can someone feel lonely within a relationship, when they are not actually alone?

08.01.2022 At RWA Psychology we draw from varied therapy bases, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy & Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Each psychologist is trained in specialist techniques such as psychodynamic, interpersonal, narrative and play therapy should this be better suited to your needs.

08.01.2022 This holiday season, we’re all being asked to take on just a little bit more as we attempt to celebrate and connect during a pandemic. The good news is that we all have within us the natural ability to slow down and navigate the next few weeks with care and kindness. The power of compassion is that in allowing us to be with both the good and the difficult, we give ourselves the ability to approach life by turning toward it, not away from it. And when we turn toward life, we can be informed by each new moment and, in that way, meet challenges with skill and experience joy with abandon.

06.01.2022 PERINATAL MENTAL HEALTH WEEK 8-14 NOVEMBER 2020 1 in 5 new mums and 1 in 10 new dads experience perinatal depression and anxiety, which is 100,000 Australians each year. Keep an eye out for our posts this week highlighting some of the challenges new parents face.

05.01.2022 RWA Psychology Group Sessions Group therapy helps you realise you’re not alone. Our group sessions offer participants a support network and allow people to come together, under the leadership of a trained group therapist, to work on improving their lives in one way or another.... Find out more about our group sessions below

04.01.2022 Dispelling common myths about individuals with anxiety.

03.01.2022 Parents often present to services feeling overwhelmed and confused after their child has received a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Making sense of an Autism Spectrum Diagnosis, and what this means to your child and your family, can be a long and windy road. A diagnosis can often leave parents feeling overwhelmed and confused. Autism Spectrum Disorder, also known as (ASD), can be best understood as a developmental condition that impacts how a child thinks, feels and in...teracts with others. Impacting how a child experiences the world around them. Children with Autism find it particularly challenging relating to other peers and adults, as they see the world differently. As our understanding and knowledge of Autism increases, we have come to know that Autism is more common than previously thought. Over 1 in 100 children are on the Autism Spectrum. This spectrum refers to a limitless range of presentations.

01.01.2022 Misery loves company, here’s a reminder that should be at least a little soothing next time you find yourself in a funk: Even psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists the people trained to help you find the good in the bad, put things in perspective, and become more resilient to setbacks have times when they’re just stuck in an emotional low point. No one, no matter how in tune with their emotions, is immune to a bad day.