Amherst Psychology

21/01/2026

Big feelings often mean you’re safe enough to feel them - or that you’ve never been safe enough to let them go.

19/01/2026

16/01/2026

Self compassion is an incredibly powerful tool for your mental health but for some of us it can seem unproductive or undeserved. Self-compassion isn’t letting yourself off the hook, lowering standards, or pretending things don’t matter. It’s also not about self-pity or avoidance.

We can still reflect, repair, and change. Self-compassion is responding to difficulty with honesty and care, without adding unnecessary harshness. It’s choosing not to punish yourself for being human. And we’re more likely to grow in our skills and resilience if we start with compassion for ourselves and our efforts.

Next week: How to develop self compassion

14/01/2026

If one of your commitments this year was to finally look at some habits, reactions or patterns that aren’t working for you, starting therapy doesn’t have to be a massive or overwhelming step. It can be as simple as booking an appointment, talking through what’s on your mind, and seeing whether the therapist feels like a good fit. You don’t need a clear plan or the “right” language.

To explore whether your area of concern might be appropriate for a Mental Health Treatment Plan, please see your GP. However, you don’t need a referral unless you’re claiming a Medicare rebate. Please reach out to discuss this with our reception team on (08) 9456 0411

12/01/2026

Your nervous system travels with you into every conversation.

09/01/2026

These are some of our most popular PD topics in our areas of expertise - they’re also topics we’re passionate about for their potential to transform teachers’ and students’ experiences at school. If there are other areas within mental health you’d like to explore, please get in touch. We look forward to partnering with you to meet your mental health professional development needs for 2026.

07/01/2026

When we’re adjusting to a big change, feelings can come and go, repeat, or skip around entirely. Just as with grief not following a fixed sequence, adjustment is a complex process with a hugely variable time frame. One of the most important things you can do is make space for, and identify, the feelings that swirl around. With time and support, things will settle.

05/01/2026

Overheard on the 5th of January in Australia:
“What day is it?”
“Are these leftovers still good?”
“Yes, you do have to put sunscreen on again!”
“Is the rubbish truck coming this week or…?”
“What New Year’s resolutions?!”

03/01/2026

If you’re struggling to remember what day it is… same.

Early January is a time for gentle transition. This is your reminder to start with one small task - regardless of what the ‘you who made all those New Year’s resolutions’ might have planned. Keep it simple and prioritise rest.

31/12/2025

For those of you on holidays we hope it’s been a good break. We’re still resting up after a big year and will be back to support you on Monday 5th of Jan!

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas to all our clients and community!