Mind Cookie Psychology

Mind Cookie Psychology Psychological services and clinical supervision

🎄✨ Holiday Closure Announcement ✨🎄Does anyone else feel like this time of year can be one of the most exciting and happy...
23/12/2024

🎄✨ Holiday Closure Announcement ✨🎄

Does anyone else feel like this time of year can be one of the most exciting and happy times of year whilst also feeling like you want to pull your hair out? 😵‍💫

Burnout and this extreme feeling of exhaustion can make everything feel impossible and miserable. Remember to go easy on yourself. It’s okay to take a breath, set boundaries, and let yourself rest. This feeling will pass—probably faster than your Aunt Betty’s 12-hour slideshow of her holiday in Tuscany.

We’re taking our own advice and recharging our batteries too!! Mind Cookie Psychology will be closed from Friday, 20th December 2024 and will reopen on Monday, 6th January 2025.

We know this time of year can be hard, but you’re not alone. Take care, and we’ll be back in the new year, ready to support you. 🌟

Happy holidays from all of us at Mind Cookie Psychology!

09/07/2024

We are looking for a psychologist to join our team here in Dubbo.

Mind Cookie Psychology just want to give a massive shout out and huge congrats to Molly. She has recently completed her ...
27/06/2024

Mind Cookie Psychology just want to give a massive shout out and huge congrats to Molly. She has recently completed her internship and gained her general registration as a Psychologist.

Your dedication, hard work, late nights, study hours, case reports, supervision and consultations have truly paid off.

Molly is taking a well deserved 2 week break (thankfully to warmer climates)!

A sentence that can make even the most experienced psych’s blood run cold as we wait to hear what ‘exact’ piece of advic...
18/04/2024

A sentence that can make even the most experienced psych’s blood run cold as we wait to hear what ‘exact’ piece of advice we had given and what the outcome was.

Despite popular belief, we act more as a sherpa than a sage. Psychologists are all about the climb, not the view from the top!

Our job is to skill you up, help you practice, problem solving, create new paths, see different views, grow and strengthen. We are here to guide the process and help you tackle your next mountain.

Embrace the power of overthinking! 💡 It feels weird to say, but sometimes that anxious energy needs an outlet. Maybe you...
08/04/2024

Embrace the power of overthinking! 💡

It feels weird to say, but sometimes that anxious energy needs an outlet. Maybe you need to find a solution to something to satisfy your anxiety. Brains are weird! In a good way.

Sometimes letting our minds wander can lead to innovative and creative breakthroughs. Don’t be afraid to explore the depths of your thoughts. Also have some fun with it….. consider the weird and wonderful things around us, bulk up your trivia knowledge, explore the random things that keep you awake….

Always remember, know when to gently guide your mind back from overthinking is key to maintaining balance and peace of mind. Set time limits, vent and debrief with others, have a recharge activity ready to go.

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Let’s talk ALEXITHYMIA 💭Characterised by difficulty identifying and expressing emotions, it can be a feature of neurodiv...
25/03/2024

Let’s talk ALEXITHYMIA 💭

Characterised by difficulty identifying and expressing emotions, it can be a feature of neurodivergence, but we also see it in PTSD, depression and organic disorders, amongst others.

And as you would imagine not being able to identify or name an emotio, adds an extra layer of unique challenges to therapy.
With education, coping strategies, skills and practice, alexithymia itself is manageable.

In the therapeutic context we also have the advantage that we can roll with however you want to describe an emotion - because emotions are personal and subjective.

If a certain type of emotion is “spikey” or represented by a colour, a tv character, whatever works at the time … that’s a start… and over time we can hone those skills.


Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurologi...
20/03/2024

Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences.

Our director, Monique spoke to ABC’s Jess about what this week means for those neurospicy peeps and their support.

Hear the full chat on ABC’s listen app ABC Western Plains Breakfast (starts at 2hrs 14mins) https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/westernplains-breakfast/breakfast/103590636


Boundaries: Because “I’d rather not” is a full sentence. Looking after yourself and self-care isn’t always bubble baths ...
15/03/2024

Boundaries: Because “I’d rather not” is a full sentence.

Looking after yourself and self-care isn’t always bubble baths and face masks. It can be about protecting your peace, your sanity and your emotional resources.

Communication is key here. People aren’t mind readers, not even psychologists (contrary to Hollywood). Boundaries can be fluid, flexible and situational, so talking about them is important. Knowing, setting, communicating and protecting your boundaries are necessary for everyone - not just the introverts.


Tired of hearing “How does that make you feel?” Fear not! As your friendly neighbourhood psychologist, we’re all about d...
29/02/2024

Tired of hearing “How does that make you feel?” Fear not! As your friendly neighbourhood psychologist, we’re all about ditching the jargon and embracing language that validates your experiences and makes sense in the real world. From acknowledging those big feelings in tough situations to facing the hard truths with clarity, our sessions are a space where your voice matters most.


Address

89 Brisbane Street
Dubbo, NSW
2830

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30am
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+61258325905

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