Wagtail Psychology

26/10/2025

Read about our latest MHFA workshop!

This weekend, I had the privilege of presenting another Mental Health First Aid Course at Wagtail Psychology in a small-group format, and it was a deeply rewarding experience. With the smaller number of participants, the...

26/10/2025

Another successful Mental Health First Aid workshop. What s great group we had! You don't need to be a therapist to make a difference.

02/08/2025

We are for a (registrar, general or endorsed). We are seeking a unique individual who is community minded and passionate about affordable mental health. We are one of the only bulk billing practices in the greater Brisbane Region and proud to make psychology accessible for all!

Work-life balance, strong referral base, great reputation, admin support, values-driven team focused on community education and mental health access

15/06/2025

📣 Become a Workplace Mental Health First Aid Responder!

Join us on July 5th & 6th, 2025 at Wagtail Psychology for our next 2-day Standard Mental Health First Aid® course, proudly facilitated by Jose Alonso — educator, former police facilitator, and passionate mental health advocate.

✅ Learn how to:
🔹 Support someone experiencing a mental health problem or crisis
🔹 Provide evidence-based strategies
🔹 Build confidence in approaching tough conversations
🔹 Reduce stigma and foster a culture of support in your workplace

💚 Whether you're a leader, frontline worker, educator or teammate — this training empowers you to champion mental wellbeing and become a certified Mental Health First Aid Responder.

📆 WHEN: July 5th & 6th, 2025
📍 WHERE: Wagtail Psychology, Ipswich QLD
🎓 CERTIFICATION: Accredited by Mental Health First Aid Australia
💸 SPECIAL OFFER: 25% OFF in June! Book early to secure your place.

🔗 Link https://wagtailpsychology.com/courses
DM us to enrol today

04/05/2025

🌟 Success at Wagtail Psychology’s Mental Health First Aid Course! 🌟

We’re thrilled to share that our recent two-day Standard Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course was a resounding success! Facilitated by the knowledgeable and engaging Jose Alonso, the training equipped participants with essential skills to recognize and respond to mental health challenges in adults.

Over 12 hours of face-to-face instruction, attendees delved into identifying signs of common mental health issues, applying evidence-based action plans, and providing initial support during crises. This comprehensive approach ensures that our community is better prepared to offer timely and effective assistance.

Upon completion, participants received accreditation as Mental Health First Aiders, along with a certificate and manual to support their ongoing learning journey.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the positive, supportive atmosphere throughout the course. Your commitment to mental health awareness and support is truly inspiring.

For those interested in future sessions or learning more about our offerings, please visit our website: Wagtail Psychology Courses.

11/04/2025

🧘‍♀️✨ **Ready to transform your life with mindfulness?** ✨🧘‍♂️

Mindfulness isn't just about relaxation—it's a powerful practice that can reduce stress, boost your mood, sharpen your focus, and even improve your brain health!

In our latest blog, we share easy steps to help you start your mindfulness journey today. Whether you're new to mindfulness or looking for simple ways to enhance your current practice, we've got you covered.

Take a moment for yourself—read more here: https://wagtailpsychology.com/wag-tales/f/how-mindfulness-can-improve-your-life

Mindfulness is more than just a popular trend—it’s a simple yet powerful way to enhance your mental health and happiness. At its core, mindfulness means paying attention to what's happening right now, calmly and without ...

06/04/2025

“If I’ve never really known what it feels like to be safe… can I still learn?”

Yes, you can.

At Wagtail Psychology, we support adults healing from childhood trauma to feel safe in their bodies, their relationships, and their lives—often for the first time.

Read our latest blog to explore how therapy can help you move from survival to safety, one step at a time.

For many adults who experienced trauma in childhood, the idea of "feeling safe" isn’t just unfamiliar—it might feel impossible. You may find yourself constantly on edge, overthinking, shutting down emotionally, or strugg...

23/03/2025

Exciting offer: 2-Day Mental Health First Aid Course!

Get in quick, spaces are limited.

Location: Wagtail Psychology
Date: 3rd - 4th May 2025
Cost: $330 includes course materials, refreshments and lunch, accreditation as a mental health first aider, certificate on completion.

The standard Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course teaches participants how to provide initial support to another adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis, until professional help is received, or the crisis resolves. Course participants learn about the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems in adults, how to recognise and respond to an emerging or worsening mental health problem and the treatments and support available.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
- recognise the signs and symptoms of mental health problems in adults
- use an evidence-based action plan to initiate a mental health first aid conversation
- assess for a range of crises situations and provide initial support
- apply self-care practices as a mental health first aider
- understand the prevalence and impact of mental illnesses, risk factors and treatments and supports available

FACE-TO-FACE TRAINING
The 12-hour course will be delivered over 2 days.
All sessions are led by an MHFA trained and licensed instructor.

Janina Leo
Clinical Psychologist