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Endeavour Psychology

✨ Led by Dr Lisa Burke, Geelong's mental health haven
✨ We believe in your strength & story!
✨ Grief, ADHD, Autism, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma & More

18/02/2026

“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.”

15/02/2026

Circa 1912, Latrobe Terrace, Geelong! A glimpse of the past in the very street we call home. Can you spot our building?

Hint: Look to the centre of this photo!

13/02/2026

Parents often ask this understandable question before they book a session: How will you support my teenager?

At Endeavour Psychology, we recognise that therapy with adolescents is different to therapy with adults. Teenagers begin to talk when they feel safe. Trust is not assumed. It is built carefully, over time. Here is what that looks like in practice:

• We do not rush disclosure
Your teenager will not be pressured to “tell us everything” in the first session. We move at their pace.

• We prioritise connection
If a young person does not feel respected and genuinely understood, strategies will not land. The therapeutic relationship comes first.

• We provide steadiness
Our clinicians remain calm, consistent, and measured. There is no overreaction or judgement. This helps teenagers settle.

• We are clear about confidentiality
We explain what stays private and what does not, from the beginning. Adolescents need clarity in order to feel safe.

• We speak in ways that fit them
Not lectures. Not heavy clinical language. Conversations that make sense in their world.

• We recognise that communication takes many forms
Sometimes progress looks like talking. Sometimes it looks like drawing, humour, silence, or “I don’t know.” We pay attention to all of it.

If you are considering booking sessions for your adolescent, we are available to discuss what this might look like.

10/02/2026

Each month at Endeavour Psychology we highlight a book that brings clarity, grounding, or practical insight. A physical copy is available in our main reception area for you to look through while you wait.

For February 2026 we are featuring I Am Autistic by Chanelle Moriah.

This book offers a clear and affirming introduction to autism, written from a neurodiversity-affirming perspective. It supports understanding of autistic identity without deficit language, and gently reinforces the message that being autistic is a valid and valuable way of being.

Three meaningful takeaways from this book:
• Clear, affirming language
• Centred on autistic identity
• Strength-based perspective

Take a look next time you visit Endeavour Psychology and let us know your thoughts.

09/02/2026

We believe the physical environment matters. Light, texture, and quiet details all contribute to how a space feels when someone walks in carrying something heavy. Our suites are designed to support steadiness, privacy, and a sense of being held, not rushed.

06/02/2026

As the week winds down, our team is looking forward to doing those things that help discharge the energy of the week and refuel for the week ahead.

A walk by the water, rest, time with people and pets we care about, or simply slowing the pace.

What helps you reset at the end of a week?

03/02/2026

We’re very pleased to have Amanda join the Endeavour Psychology team!

Amanda is a Provisional Psychologist in the final internship year of her training, and she brings something a little different to the therapy room. After more than 20 years in marketing and advertising, Amanda made a deliberate career change into psychology, bringing with her a curious mind, creative thinking, and a deep respect for people’s stories.

Her work is grounded in trauma-aware practice, with strong emphasis on safety, collaboration, and meeting people where they are. Amanda is particularly drawn to the therapeutic process itself, creating space for insight, reflection, and change that feels meaningful rather than rushed.

🌐 Book sessions with Amanda online at www.endeavourpsychology.com.au
📞 Or telephone 03 5200 9730

30/01/2026

At Endeavour Psychology, we prioritise understanding before advice and problem solving.

15/01/2026

By mid-January, many New Year’s resolutions have already fallen away. Research consistently shows this is not a motivation problem.

Studies indicate that rigid, outcome-focused resolutions, for example “exercise every day” or “never feel anxious”, are more likely to be abandoned than goals that are flexible, process-based, and connected to values. When goals are framed as rules, lapses tend to trigger self-criticism, which then reduces persistence.

Psychological research also shows that behaviour change is more sustainable when people expect fluctuation rather than perfection, and when goals are adjusted rather than discarded.

Letting go of a resolution is not a failure. Often, it is an invitation to rethink how change actually happens.

14/01/2026

AuDHD is an informal term used to describe a person who has both Autism and ADHD. It is not a diagnostic label, but a shorthand term that people use to reflect a lived experience where autistic and ADHD traits coexist.

How do you say it? Most people pronounce it as “or-dee-aitch-dee” or simply “oh-dee-hd”.

Why does the term AuDHD matter? Because Autism and ADHD can interact in complex ways. Traits can amplify, mask, or contradict one another. For example, someone may crave routine while also struggling with impulsivity, or feel socially overwhelmed while seeking stimulation.

Understanding terms like AuDHD can help reduce misunderstanding, support accurate assessment, and foster more compassionate conversations about neurodivergence.

Language evolves as people seek words that better capture their experience. What matters most is curiosity, respect, and listening.

05/01/2026

Each month at Endeavour Psychology we highlight a book that brings clarity, grounding, or practical insight. A physical copy is available in our main reception area for you to look through while you wait.

For January we are featuring The Vagus Nerve Reset by Anna Ferguson (Anna the Anxiety Coach).

This book explores the vagus nerve in clear and accessible language, offering practical ways to understand the link between body and mind. Ferguson provides simple daily practices that support steadiness, balance, and a deeper sense of calm.

Three meaningful takeaways from this book:
• The nerve that changes everything
• Surprising science in plain language
• Techniques that are easy to learn

Take a look next time you visit Endeavour Psychology and let us know your thoughts.

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Suite 1, 240 Latrobe Terrace
Geelong West, VIC
3218

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://www.endeavourpsychology.com.au/

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