Counsellor Corey

08/02/2026

Additional counselling appointments now available to support your growth and well-being.

05/02/2026

Here is something interesting about self-esteem.

Self-esteem is the quiet lens through which I see myself, shaping how I interpret success, failure, and everything in between. For a long time, I thought self-esteem was something you either had or didn't-like a fixed trait. But experience has taught me that it's far more fluid, influenced by my inner dialogue, my relationships, and how I respond to challenges.

At its healthiest, self-esteem feels steady rather than loud. It doesn't require constant validation or perfection; it allows room for mistakes without turning them into judgments about my worth. When my self-esteem is strong, I can accept criticism without feeling diminished and celebrate achievements without feeling undeserving. I act from a place of choice instead of fear-fear of failure, rejection, or not being "enough."

Low self-esteem, on the other hand, has a way of shrinking my world. It turns small missteps into proof of inadequacy and makes me compare my behind-the-scenes struggles to everyone else's highlight reel. In those moments, I notice how harsh my inner voice becomes, speaking in absolutes and rarely offering compassion. Recognizing this pattern has been important, because it reminds me that self-esteem is deeply connected to how I speak to myself when no one else is listening.

Building self-esteem hasn't come from grand achievements as much as from small, consistent acts of self-respect: setting boundaries, acknowledging effort, and allowing myself to be imperfect. It has meant learning to separate who I am from what I do, and understanding that my value isn't erased by failure or defined by success. Self-esteem grows when I choose honesty over self-criticism and growth over self-punishment.

Ultimately, self-esteem is not about believing I am better than others, but about trusting that I am enough as I am-and capable of becoming more. It is an ongoing practice, not a final destination, shaped daily by patience, reflection, and self-compassion.

29/01/2026

29/01/2026

We now accept AfterPay as another affordable payment option for all our clients 💚

29/01/2026

We have capacity for new clients who are seeking couples or family therapy. There are a few clinicians available for after-hours and Saturday appointments.

Ring M1 Psychology on 07 3088 5422 for availabilities and fees.

03/12/2025

Seeing a clinical counsellor is empowering because they provide a nurturing, uplifting space to explore, help you unlock the depths of your thoughts and emotions, and inspire you toward transformative ways of coping and elevating your overall well-being.

11/11/2025

CrossLife's Overcoming Anxiety with Gospel Hope on Church Center.

19/10/2025

Getting help isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s a sign of wisdom.

15/10/2025