by Shanna White | Mar 29, 2021 | Mental Health, Motivation, Self-Care, Stress
At least once per day, I have a conversation with someone about having a healthy sleep. See, I’m a Psychologist, Clinical Trainer, a friend and a mum. Whether the conversation is with a client, a group I am training, any of my friends or colleagues who are managing... 
by Ryan Spencer | Mar 1, 2021 | Mental Health, Motivation, Self-Care, Stress
As March 2021 begins, you might be feeling the deflation that comes with already failing to achieve the lofty New Year’s resolutions you set for yourself on the first day of January. If this is the case, you’re definitely not alone. So often we start the year with... 
by Olga Lavalle | Jan 25, 2021 | Mental Health, Motivation, Self-Care, Stress
Coping with the stress of moving It’s no secret that moving house is one of the most stressful events in our lives. It’s right up there with losing a loved one, marriage breakdowns and facing unemployment. Here at Dr Olga Lavalle & Associates, we’re... 
by Olga Lavalle | Dec 1, 2020 | Mental Health, Self-Care
December is upon us, and if you’re feeling like you’ve hopped on a runaway train with failing brakes, you’re not alone. The ‘silly’ season is in full swing, and the lead-up to Christmas is known to be one of the most stressful times of the year. Presents to buy,... 
by Olga Lavalle | Jun 24, 2020 | Mental Health
Are you an employee or employer? Are your staff and colleagues aware of trauma and its impact on the workplace? We’re launching a new series of workshops giving people the skills they need to be able to respond to trauma in the workplace, to work in a... 
by Jennifer Byrne | May 4, 2020 | Mental Health
Have you ever heard of neuroplasticity? Neuroplasticity – or brain plasticity – refers to the ability of the brain to form new connections and pathways. It’s one of the most exciting concepts in psychology today – the idea that our brains...