The Bondi Psychologist

The Bondi Psychologist Compassionate counselling for individuals and couples online. Unlock the life you want. Book now: https://bondipsych.com.au/contact-bondi-psychologist/

Welcome to The Bondi Psychologist. I’m Rachael Walden and I help smart, health-conscious professionals unlock the life they want.

As the year winds down, it’s natural to take a quiet look inward. Notice how you've grown, what’s changed, and what stil...
13/11/2025

As the year winds down, it’s natural to take a quiet look inward. Notice how you've grown, what’s changed, and what still feels tender.

The festive season can bring moments of closeness and joy, yet it can also stir old emotions or highlight what feels unresolved.

Therapy offers a space to meet those layers with curiosity and care.

It’s not about "fixing" yourself.

It’s about giving your inner life the attention it deserves, and creating room for gentler ways of being.

This month, you might take a moment to reflect on what you appreciate within your family story, even if it’s complicated. Maybe it’s a gesture of kindness that stayed with you, a boundary that was respected, or simply the recognition that growth is still unfolding across generations.

Choosing support is a profound act of self-respect. Therapy is an investment that ripples outward into your relationships, your work, and your overall sense of wellbeing.

✨ May the festive season ahead bring softness, insight, and the steady support you need to thrive.

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Emotional flooding is the nervous system’s version of overwhelm — too much emotion, too little space. 💧In those moments,...
11/11/2025

Emotional flooding is the nervous system’s version of overwhelm — too much emotion, too little space. 💧

In those moments, the best thing you can do isn’t to analyse, but to anchor.

Slow down, breathe, and give your body permission to feel safe again.

💬 Do you recognise when your thoughts turn into feelings that feel too big to manage?

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Overthinking isn’t a flaw. It’s your nervous system trying to protect you from uncertainty. 💭The goal isn’t to stop thin...
08/11/2025

Overthinking isn’t a flaw. It’s your nervous system trying to protect you from uncertainty. 💭

The goal isn’t to stop thinking, but to regulate enough so that your mind can rest.

🪞Next time your thoughts spiral, pause and ask: “What part of me is scared right now?” Then meet that part with breath and kindness.

💬 Do you notice overthinking more when you’re tired, anxious, or triggered?

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Self-soothing is an act of emotional care 💗It’s not indulgent — it’s how we regulate and reset. Meeting yourself with so...
03/11/2025

Self-soothing is an act of emotional care 💗

It’s not indulgent — it’s how we regulate and reset. Meeting yourself with softness changes everything.

💬 What’s your favourite way to decompress after a hard day?

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The past has a way of replaying itself until it feels understood 👻If you keep finding yourself in the same emotional loo...
31/10/2025

The past has a way of replaying itself until it feels understood 👻

If you keep finding yourself in the same emotional loops, it’s not failure. It’s information. ℹ️

Old patterns lose power when they’re brought into awareness with compassion, not judgement.

💬 Have you noticed a pattern you’re ready to release?

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Setting healthy boundaries doesn't always mean having tough conversations. 🌱Even small adjustments create more space for...
28/10/2025

Setting healthy boundaries doesn't always mean having tough conversations. 🌱

Even small adjustments create more space for your needs and can help relationships to feel clearer and calmer.

👉 What’s one micro-boundary you’d like to try?
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Overwhelm can spiral quickly. ⏳These micro-resets interrupt the cycle and bring you back to the present. Pick one and tr...
26/10/2025

Overwhelm can spiral quickly. ⏳

These micro-resets interrupt the cycle and bring you back to the present. Pick one and try it next time stress builds.

👉 What’s your go-to reset when you’re stressed? Share in the comments.
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Strong relationships are built in the small, daily moments. ❤️Simple habits like gratitude, laughter, and genuine check-...
23/10/2025

Strong relationships are built in the small, daily moments. ❤️

Simple habits like gratitude, laughter, and genuine check-ins create closeness and trust over time.

👉 Which habit feels easiest to start today? Comment below.
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Negative self-talk feels automatic, but it can be challenged. 💭By pausing and responding differently, you train your bra...
18/10/2025

Negative self-talk feels automatic, but it can be challenged. 💭

By pausing and responding differently, you train your brain to soften its tone. Over time, self-compassion grows stronger than criticism.

👉 What’s a kinder phrase you’d like to practise? Share below.
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Better sleep starts before your head hits the pillow. 🌙These simple calming rituals help signal safety and rest to your ...
13/10/2025

Better sleep starts before your head hits the pillow. 🌙

These simple calming rituals help signal safety and rest to your nervous system. Try one tonight and notice how your body feels.

👉 Which one do you want to try first? Comment below!
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We often rush into our day without checking in. A daily pause helps you reconnect with yourself 💛. Even one minute of aw...
08/10/2025

We often rush into our day without checking in.

A daily pause helps you reconnect with yourself 💛.

Even one minute of awareness can set the tone for the whole day.

👉 Try it tomorrow morning and tell me how it feels.
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This 2-minute tool is quick, discreet, and can reset your nervous system. Try it and notice the shift.👉 Have you tried g...
03/10/2025

This 2-minute tool is quick, discreet, and can reset your nervous system. Try it and notice the shift.

👉 Have you tried grounding before? Comment below and follow The Bondi Psychologist for more everyday psychology tools.

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