The Wedding Dress Conundrum
I often talk to clients about the issues of body image and self-esteem. Recent experiences have served as a reminder as to why this is such an important issue. Let me share a personal story.
Marriage Equality – It’s time we had a talk about this!
We’ve been talking quite a bit about anxiety. Mindreading refers to our tendency to assume what others are thinking. When we engage in mindreading...
Book Review … The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins
A brief review by Australian Clinical Psychologist, Dr Tess Crawley, of Mel Robbins' book "The 5 Second Rule". An easy, motivating read
Some Days Just Don’t Go to Plan… Acceptance
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, is gaining momentum. And one small part of the philosophy behind that therapeutic approach is this concept of acceptance...
Co-parenting After Divorce or Separation… An Australian Resource | Part 1
It can be difficult for separated parents to create a workable co-parenting arrangement for their children. It's all about communication and keeping the kids in mind.
Abundance vs. Scarcity Mindset
Does a scarcity mindset stop you from achieving your goals? What is an abundance mindset? Clinical psychologist, Dr Tess Crawley talks about mindset...
Mate! Just talk!
This is brilliant, spreading the message of mental health and the power of talking. Whether you call Lifeline (13 11 14 in Australia), or talk to a mate. Don’t battle on alone.
#mentalhealth #menshealth #lifeline
TradeMutt
Last time we were on TV, the story wrapped with the line, “If this has brought up any issues for you, call Lifeline”. We thought it sounded a bit rigid and not really appealing, so we decided to sing a song about it to try and cut through. Remember, Lifeline is a crisis call service, but a crisis can be whatever you determine it to be. The number is 13 11 14. For more info check the link in comments below. Thanks to TODAY and Channel 9 for helping us release our debut single!
Directed by @Shae-Lee Shackleford
Filmed by Fabric Films
By TradeMutt in support of Lifeline
#youvegotavoice
Flashback Friday ...
In this video from 2017, Tess talks about ACCEPTANCE and what it means in terms of psychological therapies.
youtu.be/5iUAGeEPu4wSome Days Just Don't Go to Plan ... Acceptance. Australian clinical psychologist, Dr Tess Crawley, talks about some of the methods psychologists use to overc...
Intersex. It’s not new. It’s always been there, we’re just gradually evolving into a society that discusses it.
#ItsOkToAskQuestions #StigmaRebellion #LetsEducateOurselves
ABC TV + iview
"You can't just decide that you're an intersex person. It's something you're born with."
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FLASHBACK FRIDAY - Anxiety Part 3 - Catastrophic Thinking
Last year Tess released a series of videos on topics related to mental health. In this video Tess talks about catastrophic thinking, its role in anxiety, and what to do about it.
youtu.be/G_NNDCS1KqQWhen psychologists are treating anxiety, we look at the thinking (or cognitive) habits that are underpinning that anxiety. One such cognitive habit is 'catas...