By Stacey Lamble (Administrative Assistant) Working at a Psychology clinic has taught me more about the mental health industry then any of my studies did. With growing high demand for the services, especially within the Cardinia area the resources available are limited. I began to understand how little people knew about psychology clinics, and how…
Kim Ferre, Psychologist, Lakeside Psychology. Becoming a parent is an amazing time for many. A new baby brings with it a whole new focus and love, but also the need for significant change. Such changes can include a restriction of personal freedom and flexibility, less time to engage in hobbies and social activities, and an…
By Melissa Giaquinta, Eating Disorders Psychologist, Lakeside Psychology. Having poor body image is common for many, and for some it can have a major negative impact on the way they enjoy their lives. Somewhere along the way, we have lost our appreciation for our bodies and have begun criticising them for their shape and weight.…
By Catherine Eldridge (Child & Adolescent Psychologist) Amaze (Autism Victoria) describes Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as a developmental condition which impacts on aspects of a person’s brain and development. Symptoms of ASD usually become noticeable in early childhood, and while many children are diagnosed at this time, others whose symptoms are milder find themselves being…
Lakeside Psychology now offers cognitive and full educational assessments for children experiencing learning difficulties, dyslexia, intellectual disability or giftedness. Why are Cognitive Assessments used? Your child may benefit from a cognitive assessment if you have concerns for your child experiencing an intellectual disability, or wish to gain some initial information regarding your child’s cognitive strengths,…
By Ailsa Lord, Child & Adolescent Counselling Psychologist, Lakeside Psychology. Helping children manage their emotions while handling your own emotions can be a challenging task. Long term research by Gottman and colleagues found that different parenting styles affect children’s emotional regulation skills, and other aspects of development. Gottman explained that a parent’s personal theory about…
By Leah Henzen, Psychologist, Lakeside Psychology. This week I’ve had the privilege to witness some pretty awesome acts of courage: a teenage boy bullied for years turned around and told that bully, “It’s not ok to push me around and call me fat”; a young woman took her t-shirt off at the swimming pool and…
It can take tremendous courage to seek help and face your fears. I was given this from a client (permission granted) which captures this fear, as well as the triumph (Michael Tomek, Clinical Psychologist). I am led to a small room. Jumping with anxiety yet frozen with fear and I sit in a chair. Fear…
By Meredith Brown, Psychologist, Lakeside Psychology. These days we are bombarded by products and services that offer a variety of benefits, including ways to help you make more money, increase your happiness and make you look younger. Is mindfulness just another fad, or does it actually have something valuable to offer? What Is Mindfulness? Have…
By Ailsa Lord, Child and Adolescent Counselling Psychologist, Lakeside Psychology. Communities were shocked by recent bomb threats at a number of schools around Pakenham and across Melbourne. Although some children were not old enough or didn’t have an awareness of what was happening and so were not affected as these events unfolded, others have been…