Katy Vidler Clinical Psychologist

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Katy Vidler Clinical Psychologist

Katy is a warm, empathic, experienced Senior Clinical Psychologist working with adults (18+).

01/04/2026

Wishing you a wonderful long weekend. We're taking some extra days off next week, and will return on Tuesday April 14th. New client appointments will be possible in April so please make contact through the bookings page on the website at www.katyvidler.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible once back.

30/03/2026

Trying new things stimulates neuroplasticity, and boosts dopamine, serotonin & endorphins (which enhance motivation, pleasure, focus and mood, as well as reduce stress).

Doing new things enhances cognitive flexibility which improves creative problem-solving, and builds resilience to stress because when you face unfamiliar situations, your brain learns to cope with uncertainty.

Over time this enhances emotional regulation, stress management, and problem-solving under pressure.

Here’s a simple idea to practice doing something new this week.

29/03/2026

Being mindful of what is going well, what we have, or what we love (even simple things) helps us rewire our brain away from negativity and fear based thinking, and towards noticing positive things that are true and realistic.

Here’s something to prompt gratitude reflection in case you need it today.

26/03/2026

It’s almost the weekend. Here’s your reminder to spend some time in nature and allow it to restore and uplift you.

25/03/2026

Is this one of your thinking styles?

Our automatic thinking styles are developed in response to experiences over the course of our lives so it makes sense that we have them, but they are also often not realistic for what is happening today and can create difficulties and suffering for us.

So it can be great to catch ourselves when we are thinking this way, and gently assess how realistic our thoughts and interpretations are now using real life evidence.

I invite you to practice noticing this thinking style in the coming days and weeks, and, with kindness for yourself, assess whether it stacks up to your current reality, or whether there may be other possibilities.

If you feel stuck and need help with this, please reach out through the website at www.katyvidler.com

24/03/2026

As a clinical psychologist, I often talk about humour not as “being funny,” but as a psychological skill.

The research suggests humour can support wellbeing by helping us step back from difficult experiences, reframe challenges, and create moments of emotional relief. In therapy, shared humour — when used thoughtfully and respectfully — can strengthen connection, reduce shame and anxiety, and help people feel more human in hard moments.

Importantly, humour is not limited to the therapy room. Many of its benefits come from everyday choices: noticing small moments of absurdity, sharing laughter with trusted people, engaging with media that genuinely amuses you, or allowing lightness to exist alongside seriousness.

Physiologically, laughter has been linked with reduced stress hormones, improved pain tolerance, and broader emotional regulation. Psychologically, adaptive humour styles — affiliative and self-enhancing humour — are associated with healthier coping and resilience.

Humour is not about minimising pain or forcing positivity. Used well, it can bring perspective, connection, and be a gentle way of supporting ourselves through complex experiences.

References

Bains, G. S., Berk, L. S., Daher, N., & Lohman, E. (2014). Pet therapy and laughter therapy effects on stress and immune function. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine.

Curran, T., & Cannon, B. (2023). Comedy interventions and wellbeing: A systematic review. Frontiers in Psychology.

Gelkopf, M. (2011). The use of humor in serious mental illness: A review. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine.

Martin, R. A., & Ford, T. (2018). The Psychology of Humor: An Integrative Approach. Academic Press.

Ruch, W., Hofmann, J., & Platt, T. (2014). Humor as character strength. Journal of Positive Psychology.

Scholl, J., et al. (2024). Humour use by mental health professionals: A systematic review. Taylor & Francis Online.

Van der Wal, C. N., et al. (2019). Laughter-inducing therapies for depression: A meta-analysis. Social Science & Medicine.

Zhao, J., et al. (2023). Effects of laughter on cortisol levels: A meta-analysis. PLOS ONE.

Frontiers in Psychiatry Review Group. (2022). Humour and laughter interventions for depression and anxiety: Systematic review. Frontiers in Psychiatry.

SAGE Journals Review Group. (2025). Laughter-based interventions in paediatric anxiety and pain: Systematic review.

23/03/2026

Is it time for a little self care?

Is this what you need today?

If not, what calls?

May you find a way to give it to yourself very soon.

Remember, self care is not selfish, but simply a form of self-responsibility.

22/03/2026

Another principle underpinning our work together.

19/03/2026

When was the last time you walked in nature in the rain?

As the colours and flowers of autumn begin to appear, here’s your reminder to spend some time in nature this weekend, and allow it to heal and restore you.

18/03/2026

Is this one of your values?

Living life from our values can help us feel grounded into a purposeful life, and bring some contentment, especially when times are hard.

If this is one of your values, I invite you to reflect on how you are interweaving this through your life, and any way it speaks to you at this time, to guide you if needed.

17/03/2026

Are you good at this?

It's good to remember and know our strengths, especially during difficult times.

If this is not one of your strengths, but you wish it was, what small step feels possible for you to begin to develop this further?

I invite you to reflect.

16/03/2026

In case you need to hear this today.

Address

67 Railway Street
Mudgeeraba, QLD
4213

Website

http://www.katyvidler.com/

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