Hello lovely listeners! Happy Tuesday. In today's episode we are talking all things social anxiety, why it develops, where it comes from + how to cope with it. We discuss strategies we use with our clients to help them overcome social anxiety. We also answer some listener questions on social anxiety. Please see below for some extra resources: Resources: https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Social-Anxiety FREE social anxiety course (until 30 April 2020): https://thisw...
Apr 13, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Hello lovely listeners, We wanted to give you a bit of a break from COVID-19 news to bring you into the extremely complex + fascinating world of narcissists. When does over confidence become narcissism? When does the ego overtake empathy and insight? We discuss why people express narcissistic traits, where it comes from and ways to manage narcissists. We also discuss the diagnostic criteria of Narcissistic Personality Disorder and explore vulnerable vs grandiose narcissists. We also answer some ...
Apr 06, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Hello lovely listeners! We hope you are surviving lockdown and self- isolation. We thought we'd take a quick break from COVID-19 discussions to bring you a distraction into childhood trauma. In this ep, we delve deep into what childhood trauma looks like, the different types of trauma, how trauma can manifest into our current day behaviours, cognitions (self-talk) and how this can impact on relationships. Aimee is our expert in this field and sprinkles her wisdom like fairy dust into trauma info...
Mar 31, 2020•51 min•Season 2Ep. 8
It is certainly an eerie and unsettling time at the moment with COVID - 19 In this mini ep we offer some quick strategies to help you to look after your mental health during isolation and quarantine. Please reach out and reach out for help from the below resources: Lifeline: https://www.lifeline.org.au/get-help/topics/mental-health-and-wellbeing-during-the-coronavirus-covid-19-outbreak Beyond Blue: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/looking-after-your-mental-health-during-the-coronavirus-ou...
Mar 23, 2020•13 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Please note the content shared in this ep is not personalised and does not replace personalised advice from a mental health or health professional This episode does discuss disordered eating and self-harm, and may be triggering for some. Hello everyone! This episode has been a very highly requested episode from you guys, we are talking about a 2020 glow up on our bodies and the radical self-acceptance we encourage you guys to try this year. We talk alllllll things body positivity, body acceptanc...
Mar 16, 2020•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 7
This week we are talking all things binge eating! In this episode we discuss why binge eating occurs, where it comes from, how we get stuck in the vicious cycle and ways to get out. We also answer some listener questions on binge eating + in the fast and the curious we discuss the hysteria and hype around the coronavirus. Just a warning this episode discusses disordered eating, if this is a trigger for you in any way we strongly suggest you skip this ep. Butterfly Foundation: 1800 ED HOPE (1800 ...
Mar 02, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Hello lovely listeners. As this weekend is the celebration of our LGBTQIA+ community with Mardi Gras, we thought it was incredibly helpful to unpack all things gender and sexuality, and why it's so incredible important to know pronouns, acronyms and develop understanding of the LGBTQI community, especially in 2020. We also discuss ways to be a good ally and support the people in our life who may identify with the LGBTQI community. We also explore how to seek a good therapist if seeking individua...
Feb 24, 2020•56 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Ahhh yes, heartbreak. The gut-wrenching, heart-exploding, stomach-dropping feeling that is heartbreak. Your heart feels like it's been ripped out of your chest and you just want to crawl into a hole and live there forever. In this episode we divulge the scientific, evolutionary and psychological response to heart break, and why it hits us SO hard, and why our physiological responses are slowing down the process of moving on. We propose a self- healing toolkit + scientifically proven strategies t...
Feb 17, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Hello fam! In this episode we discuss why we fail at New Years Resolutions and offer some handy tips and tricks to stay on track. We also discuss why many factors such as previous resolutions, enjoyment, pleasure, personality types and importance of a resolution may predict our adherence to our goals. We also acknowledge why sometimes New Years resolutions are too idealistic, and perhaps getting out of bed each morning and surviving day-to-day is goals enough. Maybe a New Year means nothing has ...
Feb 10, 2020•41 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Hello fam! Welcome back to part two of our environmental psychology episodes. In this ep we discuss the rise of eco-anxiety, the associated cognitive dissonance that comes with ecological and environmental anxiety, when does your worry start to slip into a clinical diagnosis of anxiety, plus some techniques to cope if you are feeling anxious and overwhelmed. We also answer some listener questions from others who may be feeling anxious about the changing climate and environment. Please remember t...
Feb 03, 2020•39 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Hello lovely listeners, Given the tragic Christmas period Australia faced, we thought it was extremely important to discuss the common psychological responses to natural disasters. We discuss how the bushfires and natural disasters in general, can have a chronic psychological effect on those impacted directly and indirectly. In this episode we divulge different types of trauma, dealing with helplessness, fear and the grief cycle. We've had to split this episode up into two parts given the immens...
Jan 28, 2020•52 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Hello + happy Tuesday our divine listeners! This is our last episode for the year + a festive one at that! We answer some of your questions you all so thoughtfully sent through via our instagram @thepsychologysisters and discuss a plethora of issues, from procrastination at Uni, to dealing with anger, to toxic relationships within the workplace + how to deal when you hate letting people down. We hope you enjoyed our first season - and we will be back, bigger, badder + nerdier next season. Also, ...
Dec 16, 2019•41 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Hello lovely people! Happy Tuesday! In today's episode we discuss grief, loss and bereavement as well as exploring each stage of the Kubler-Ross 5 stages of grief. We uncover why the bereavement period can be an incredibly emotional time can feel so unbearable and can affect all parts of your everyday life. We explore why grief isn't always just passing of a loved one, but can also be loss of a pet, acquaintance, relationship break up, loss of a job or house or any major change. We discuss the a...
Dec 02, 2019•54 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Hello lovely listeners! Ah yes, you've probably all shamefully taken those personality Facebook quizzes - which snack am I? Which Friends character would I mostly likely be? Which animal am I? As humans we all delight in knowing our personality and what clean cut box we fit into. There's a sense of shared camaraderie with others who share the same personality and we usually may conflict with those who share opposite traits. In this episode we divulge into different personality theories such as T...
Nov 25, 2019•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 25
Hello everyone! This week we are talking about one of the leading mental health concerns in the world - depression. In this episode we explain the complexities of clinical depression and the various symptoms of depression that people may experience. We discuss some of the causes of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) , and we look at treatment options and give you some practical lifestyle tips to weave into the fabric of your everyday life if you may be suffering from the symptoms of depression You ...
Nov 21, 2019•39 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Too much month at the end of your money? Or feeling like everyone's saving for a house and got their life together except you? In this episode Aimee + Kat discuss where our money behaviours come from, the money mind traps we can get caught in and the neuroscience behind spending and saving money. We offer some easy life-hacks to get your financial fitness on track and to feel free from being controlled by impulsive and excessive spending. Enjoy :-) You can find more of us here: Our Online Psycho...
Nov 11, 2019•48 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Hello lovely listeners! Happy Tuesday! We had a request from a lovely listener who asked us to discuss the male experience of mental health. Also in the spirit of Movember - we thought it was an extremely important topic to put at the top of our list. In this episode, we dive deep into why toxic masculinity makes it so incredibly difficult for men to open up, and we explore why it is so imperative that we allow a safe space for men to open up. We also offer insight into why men (stereotypically)...
Nov 04, 2019•40 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Hello everyone! Happpppy Tuesday! Cheating, why do people do it? Is it always unforgivable? Or are we able to come back from it? In this episode, our resident sex and relationship psychologist Manja is back to discuss infidelity. We answer all your questions from once a cheater always a cheater? To should I tell my partner if I've cheated? To is cheating black and white? Stay tuned for a very complex and insightful conversation. You can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did y...
Oct 28, 2019•33 min•Season 1Ep. 21
You asked, we answered. Aimee and I detail what we did at Uni (including undergrad and post grad) as well as work experience + other things needed to become registered, as well as what we do now + our future plans. You can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you know we have online appointments available with our amazing therapists Lisa or Maddie. Learn more here https://thepsychcollaborative.com.au The Thriving Therapists: To connect with a safe and supportive community of...
Oct 25, 2019•18 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Helllllllo lovely listeners! Ever feel like you there's not enough hours in the day and your to-do list just keeps getting bigger and bigger? Do you ever procrastinate? Or don't know why you always start your goals fresh on Monday and by Friday you're completely over it? In this episode we dive deep into what drives our motivation, the theories behind motivation and discipline, where it comes from, what affects it + some helpful skills and hacks to get on top of that to do list and complete your...
Oct 21, 2019•39 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this episode Aimee + Kat discuss the incredibly complex, vulnerable and at times uncomfortable topic of suicide. We discuss red flags to look out for, both behaviourally and emotionally, as well as how to how those life changing conversations that might just save a life. You can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you know we have online appointments available with our amazing therapists Lisa or Maddie. Learn more here https://thepsychcollaborative.com.au The Thriving Th...
Oct 13, 2019•45 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Hellllllo + happy Monday! Weight gain, acne, nausea. We hear so often about the physical side effects of the contraceptive Pill, but what about the psychological and emotional side effects? We might think ‘I’m moody or sad but it’s just me’ but is there more to it? How much impact can the Pill have on our mental health? Is this medically recognised or even discussed with your doctor? In this episode Aimee and Kat explore just how that little white pill can wreak havoc on your neurotransmitters a...
Oct 03, 2019•41 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Helllllo! Happy Monday! Ever looked around and thought 'Am I weird?' 'Does anyone else think these silly thoughts or do these funny little things, or is that just me?' In this episode Aimee and Kat explore abnormal vs. normal thoughts, behaviours, reactions etc and discuss why it's so damn hard to define in the extremely complex, messy and multi-dimensional world of psychology and mental health. We answer ALL of our lovely listeners questions about whether their behaviour/ cognitions are 'weird'...
Sep 29, 2019•52 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this episode, we discuss the good, the bad and the ugly of all relationships. We explore the dating + honeymoon period, to the next stage where the rose coloured glasses may come off to reveal the annoying habits of your partner. From the first fight, to the commitment stage and finally the companionship stage, we discuss all the obstacles which may jeopardise each stage including conflict, infidelity and communication breakdowns and what makes a relationship make or break? We provide some id...
Sep 22, 2019•51 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Do you ever sit at work/uni and sometimes feel like everyone knows what they're doing except you? Do you ever feel like you've been faking it til you make it, and at any time someone is going to knock down your door and expose you to be a fraud? This is what we call the Imposter Syndrome. We delve into who is more likely to experience this phenomenon, why we experience it, where we are more likely to feel like this, and of course, how to combat feeling like a phoney. We divulge personal experien...
Sep 16, 2019•46 min•Season 1Ep. 14
"Is it all just sitting on a couch talking about my childhood?" "It's too expensive" "It's a waste of time" "I can just talk to my mates" "What will people think of me?" In this episode Kat discussed the common misconceptions and myths behind seeking mental health support from a psychologist/ psychotherapist/ counsellor in Australia. From sitting on couches to opening up, how to break the stigma and ideas on how to find the "One" is discussed. You can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology ...
Sep 09, 2019•41 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode we get up close and personal with sex + relationship psychologist, Manja. We discuss how self-esteem interplays with our sexual behaviours, and where our 'sex story' comes from. We answer all your questions - from open relationships to tips on spicing it up the bedroom, we got it covered in this episode. You can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you know we have online appointments available with our amazing therapists Lisa or Maddie. Learn more here https...
Aug 27, 2019•50 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Have you ever felt judged by another woman? Do you + your friends "bitch" about other women? When does gossiping become detrimental to our mental health? In this episode we explore the psychology behind mean girls, and why women are in competition with each other. We discuss how to find your girl tribe as well as acknowledging the barriers between successful women and the sisterhood. You can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you know we have online appointments available ...
Aug 20, 2019•37 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode, we discuss the red flags in toxic relationships and how to navigate and manage these. We discuss why childhood and insecure attachments can help to explain why some people may cross boundaries, manipulate and emotionally abuse significant people in their life, and how to know whether we should stay or go. We also discuss the green flags in relationships, and some good indicators of a healthy relationships. You can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you kno...
Aug 12, 2019•44 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode, we uncover the psychology behind happiness and discuss the impact of money, genetics, environment, comparison and the freedom of choice and it's effect on happiness, to help to answer the question of "How happy should I be?" You can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you know we have online appointments available with our amazing therapists Lisa or Maddie. Learn more here https://thepsychcollaborative.com.au The Thriving Therapists: To connect with a safe ...
Jul 27, 2019•38 min•Season 1Ep. 8
