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Nexus Psychology Director, Dori Kabillo, inspires young collegians to become psychologists

26/09/2023 / Nexus Psychology
OWCA x LiR Dori Kabillo was recently invited to a careers forum at Wesley College to speak about psychology as a career option to Wesley students. Read the full article
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Message to employers re: managing lockdown fatigue

03/08/2021 / Nexus Psychology
Unfortunately lockdowns are continuing across Australia. We are all facing the challenges of prolonged uncertainty. Some of us are wondering when we will return to "normal life" and many of us have questions about the long term effects on family and work.
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Managing your mental health in Victoria’s COVID-19 lockdown

08/06/2021 / Nexus Psychology
If you're in Victoria, it's understandable if you are feeling upset, anxious or frustrated by news of another lockdown.
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Mindfulness

How Mindfulness can steady your mind during Covid 19

27/08/2020 / Nexus Psychology
The human mind is capable of so many brilliant things. That is, up until it is overcome by stress. The Prefrontal Cortex is the part of your brain that governs your capacity to think clearly, process, learn, make decisions, create and regulate your emotions. When you experience chronic ongoing stress these executive functions become compromised.
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Mindfulness During Covid-19

19/05/2020 / Nexus Psychology
Taking care of your mental and physical health is now more important than ever, as the uncertainties surrounding COVID-19 brings increased stress and anxiety. It’s easy to feel out of control and get caught up in the pressures of life – from adapting to all the changes occurring in the world. However simple steps, like taking a short moment out of your day to focus on your own mind and body, can help to reduce stress.
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Working with Different Personality Styles During a Crisis

09/04/2020 / Nexus Psychology
Nexus Psychologist, Amelia Twiss and Ryan Ng, from TalentIdentify, discuss how people with different personality styles might be responding to working from home due to Covid-19 and how managers can best support their team more effectively.
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3 Tips for managing remote teams during Covid19

20/03/2020 / Nexus Psychology
At the moment things are changing quickly and there can be a lack of clarity. Here are 3 Tips for managing remote teams during Covid19.
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How to Make the Most of Your Summer Break

16/12/2019 / Nexus Psychology
How to Make the Most of Your Summer Break Article written by Amelia Twiss, MPsych MISCP, Coaching Psychologist   The end of the year in Australia is the perfect time
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How to talk to your children about terrorism in the wake of Christchurch

16/03/2019 / Nexus Psychology
Sarah Parry, Senior Lecturer and Clinical Psychologist, Manchester Metropolitan University
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Understanding a-VOID-ance

05/03/2019 / Nexus Psychology
I'm a Word Nerd, self-confessed. Sometimes words have a way of explaining themselves that I find enlightening. One such word is 'avoid'...
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Psychology Week 2018

18/10/2018 / Nexus Psychology
Almost half of us will experience some kind of mental struggle in our lives. Less than half of those will ever seek help, but it's not just when we're sick that we can use support.
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Why seeing a psychologist is not just for the mentally ill

01/03/2017 / Nexus Psychology
Almost half of us will experience some kind of mental struggle in our lives...
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Resolution Success – A guide to choosing and fulfilling your New Year’s goals

10/01/2017 / Nexus Psychology
New Year resolutions give an opportunity to reflect on self and on life, and especially on meaningful change. But keeping resolutions in focus can be tricky because we procrastinate, lose patience or allow other things to take priority. There are some important principles that can help with reaching your goals and that can empower you to take a positive step forward in the new year.
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How to Talk to Someone without Causing an Argument: The Secret of Conflict Prevention

10/11/2016 / Nexus Psychology
As children, we are taught many things that prepare us for adulthood. However, despite acquiring a variety of skills, many of us remain unclear about how to effectively deal with conflict. We often yell, slam doors or give the silent treatment...
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Cyber-Psychotherapy – The Convenient Option

10/10/2016 / Nexus Psychology
Video counselling is an effective, growing form of therapy with many benefits to suit our modern, busy lifestyle. So you can now talk to a psychologist in the comfort of your own home or chosen location. Compared to phone consultation...
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Health Benefits of Having Pets

17/08/2016 / Nexus Psychology
Here at Nexus Psychology we have seen the positive impact that owning a pet can have for people suffering from psychological strain. Many clients experiencing anxiety and depression benefit immensely from the presence of a furry friend.
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Leaving Social Anxiety Behind

15/01/2016 / Nexus Psychology
Anxiety based conditions have become popular psychological and sociological media topics this year, a trend that has revealed...
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Healing Power of Art Defined

10/01/2016 / Nexus Psychology
Article written by Sally Websiter Art’s healing power is a popular subject these days. Most recently the astonishingly well received colouring book trend has brought attention to creating a calm
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Christmas Time

19/12/2014 / Nexus Psychology
Society has created a myth that Christmas is the ultimate time of the year when everyone gathers together to celebrate the perfect day! The media plays on this “Christmas perfection” and assumes that all families have a “designer” Christmas. Happy families waking to Christmas trees of fairy lights in two-parent families with a pine-tree that sparkles & gifts wrapped...
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Getting the basics on Dysfunctional Anxiety

27/05/2014 / Nexus Psychology
People are confronted with difficult and complicated situations daily and it is normal to feel anxious during these...
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Nexus Psychology Melbourne | Clinical Psychologists | Counselling Psychologists | Therapy | Anxiety | Depression | Emotional Issues

All about stress

27/05/2014 / Nexus Psychology
People are confronted with difficult and complicated situations daily and it is normal to feel anxious during these times. It may occur during a life-changing occasion like a wedding, in the middle of an interview for that coveted job opening or while closing an important business deal. And it could strike during more ordinary circumstances like meeting someone for the first time or simply when your name gets called to participate in class or even while waiting for a loved one to get home safely at the end of the day.
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