Mental health and wellbeing resources

Every relationship goes through periods of strain, and reaching out for support is one of the most constructive steps a couple can take. Online Psychologists Australia connects couples across Australia with AHPRA-registered psychologists for couples therapy counselling delivered entirely by secure video call, wherever you are based. What is couples therapy counselling? Couples therapy, also known as couples counselling, relationship counselling, or marriage counselling, is a

Most people have a moment, somewhere in a relationship, where something doesn’t feel quite right. Learning to notice that feeling, and treat it seriously, is one is the most productive things you can do for your own wellbeing. This guide from Online Psychologists Australia walks through what relationship red flags are, what to watch out for, and what to do once you’ve spotted one. What are relationship red flags? A relationship red flag is a pattern of behaviour, that signals

Online Psychologists Australia has created an interactive quiz that can help people better understand the reality of living with a phobia. Test your knowledge on how much do you really know about phobias?

Whether you've been in a long-term relationship or just starting to learn more about each other, this guide is for you.

Alongside sourdough starter, toilet paper hoarding, and "WFH". topics such as ADHD became household names - So what exactly is ADHD?

Coming out can be one of the most vulnerable moments in a person's life, and how you respond matters.

A simple, free guide designed by psychologists to help you reflect on your relationship

Feeling like you would like to tap out for a little while after giving birth? Today we talk baby blues, post-natal depression and anxiety.

Avoidant attachment, anxious attachment, and secure attachment. What do they mean, and how can they help you? Why do we do the things we do Attachment unavailable - turns out it's not just a phrase you might see when unsuccessfully opening an email attachment. It might also feel a little familiar in some relationships. You might have heard of terms like avoidant attachment style, anxious attachment style, anxious-avoidant attachment style, dismissive avoidant attachment style

Ongoing relationship trouble such as lack of communication, emotional distance, or lack of perceived trust, can be detrimental to long-term

The shiny appeal of celebrating Valentine's Day can wane over time. Is it even possible to keep the love alive in a long-term relationship?

Worrying physical symptoms might send you to a GP - yet do you pay attention to the health of your relationship?

To provide the best support for our loved ones, we have to be aware of how anxiety develops, what the identifying triggers are, and how to c

Finding common signs that a loved one may be battling depression is a good first step to communication about what could potentially be wrong

Anxiety is the most common problem affecting Australians’ mental health – it’s the equivalent of the common cold for the mind, but does much more damage. If you’ve suffered from anxiety then you know that it’s an experience of often worrying about something(s), being in a state of fear/dread, and having a racing heart or shaky feeling in the body. But anxiety is a beast triggered by many different things, and the first step in getting the right online help for anxiety is iden

Not all psychologists and practices are equal. Often people think that all psychologists practice the same way – it’s a fair thought...

There are many barriers people face to accessing online counselling in Australia. For example, you may live rurally in Australia, and feel uncomfortable consulting the local psychologists in your nearby town because you know them personally. Or in some way, you are associated with them through your connection. Unfortunately, barriers like these, mean many people in Australia who are struggling with their mental health are hesitant to seek support. What are the consequences of

Online depression therapy is a highly effective treatment that targets feelings, thoughts and behaviours associated with depression. Typically, psychologists who deliver therapy for depression online use an evidence-based treatment called Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy or CBT. Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is designed to empower clients to learn skills and coping techniques that will lift their mood and improve their engagement in life. What does online depression ther

Some people really love being the centre of attention, and then some people - not so much. Though most people will have experienced sweating a little too much (and then having to worry about that), maybe blushing if made fun of, or even shaking when faced with a social situation, the physical and emotional reactions are not something that makes those who experience it feel very good about themselves. Social anxiety can be expressed in a number of different ways, most commonly

It's becoming increasingly common to see healthy relationships engage in preemptive counselling to grow from functioning to flourishing.