From our Psychologists
21/1/21
The problem with New Year’s Resolutions…
It’s mid January and already your New Year’s resolutions are out the window. Sound familar? In this short video, Lift Clinical Psychologist Nicole, talks about the common problems with how we make New Year’s resolutions and provides a few ideas on how to set goals that you can succeed at.
New Year’s Resolutions FACT SHEET
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14/12/20
Christmas, Cancer and Covid
Christmas can be a tricky time for many reasons. In this short video, Lift Clinical Psychologist Nicole, reflects on how our expectations of Christmas can be adjusted to take into account the challenges we have faced this year and reminds us of the importance of being kind to ourselves during this time.
Christmas, Cancer & Covid FACT SHEET
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18/11/20
We’ll get through this again
As we go into the 6 day lock-down, Lift Clinical Psychologist Nicole, shares with you some vital information to keep you safe and well
R U OK?
10/9/20
September 10th is RU Ok day? A national day to remind Australians to check in with one another and as “R U OK?”
2020 has been a challenging year for everyone, making it more important than ever to stay connected with one another.
In this short video, Lift Clinical Psychologist Nicole talks about what you might like to think about this RUOK day and the value of checking in with yourself and also those around you.
R U OK? FACT SHEET
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Simple strategies for coping when there is a lot going on
25/8/20
At the best of times, most of us have a lot going on. When you have cancer, you can add to this your treatment, medical appointments and significant emotional energy. So how do you find time for yourself in amongst everything else?
In this short video, Lift Clinical Psychologist Nicole talks about how you can find some space for yourself to nurture the range of elements that makes you an individual, not just a patient.
Simple strategies for when a lot is going on FACT SHEET
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A simple mindfulness practice
12/6/20
Mindfulness training is often suggested for cancer patients to help manage anxiety and distress associated with diagnosis, treatment and anticipation of possible disease recurrence. Mindfulness is something that needs to be practiced and with time and perseverance, will become an easier tool to access when you find yourself rumination about the past or worrying about the future.
In this short video, Lift Clinical Psychologist Nicole will guide you through a simple mindfulness practice for you to try called ‘drop anchor’.
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How do you find being in isolation?
1/5/20
Living with cancer can bring into sharp focus how you want to be spending your time. So what do you do when the corona virus restrictions stop you from doing what you had planned?
In this short video, Lift Clinical Psychologist Kim will talk about how to develop a ‘Plan B’ to keep you connected to what is important to you during this time.
Finding Meaning in Isolation FACT SHEET
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You are not alone
23/4/20
During the global health crisis we are currently living through, ‘what about me and my cancer?’ is a common thought amongst people with cancer. In this short video, Nicole reflects on the additional challenge of being a person with cancer during the corona virus pandemic and provides some reassurance that we, as health care professionals, recognise and understand this. You are not alone and you are part of a community that notices what you are going through.
You are not alone FACT SHEET
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Normal Emotional Responses to an Abnormal Situation
16/4/20
Receiving a cancer diagnosis, going through treatment for cancer, or living through an uncertain time will cause an emotional response in all people. In this short video, Lift Clinical Psychologist Nicole Ferrar talks about normal emotional responses to abnormal situations and highlights some of the sign to be aware of that could mean you need to seek some help from a professional.
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Limiting Media Exposure
2/4/20
Too much exposure to the media at the moment is not helpful. It can fuel anxiety and create confusion. In this short video, Lift Clinical Psychologist Nicole Ferrar talks about how you can limit your exposure to the media and why this a very good idea.
Limiting media exposure FACT SHEET
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Living with Uncertainty
26/3/20
Uncertainty is something no-one enjoys. In this short video, Lift Clinical Psychologist Nicole Ferrar talks about uncertainty and offers some valuable tips on how to manage this feeling
Living with uncertainty FACT SHEET
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Tele-health is now being used for ALL Clinical Psychology services at Lift
19/3/20
