First Timers Guide to Therapy: What to Expect and How to Prepare

In this first timers guide to therapy I’m hoping to put your mind at ease by busting some of those therapy myths and sharing a little about what you can expect.

TherapyTess Browne6 November 2024Therapy, CBT, mental health, Anxiety, Wellbeing

Torn Between Two Worlds: Navigating the Return to Work After Having a Baby

Explore some of the common challenges that mothers face when returning to work, and access some practical suggestions for navigating this transition with as much ease as possible.

MotherhoodTess Browne9 October 2024Motherhood, Working, Work, Return to work, Working mum

Want Better Sleep? Avoid These Three Common Mistakes

Find out the three common mistakes that I’ve seen people who struggle with sleep often make and, crucially, my recommendations for overcoming them.

SleepTess Browne11 September 2024Self-Care, Rest, Sleep, Restoration, Fatigue, Anxiety, Wellbeing, Energy

The Seven Types of Rest Every Person Needs

Essential for restoration, boosted energy and preventing burnout, there are seven different types of rest, each of which serves a unique purpose in helping us to feel physically, mentally and emotionally well. Explore your own individual needs, as well as what works best for you, to incorporate more restful practices into your everyday life.

Self-CareTess Browne7 August 2024Self-Care, Rest, Sleep, Restoration, Fatigue, Stress, Burnout, Anxiety, Wellbeing, Energy

Three Steps to Building Psychological Resilience: Harnessing Your Window of Tolerance

Discover the three crucial steps to psychological resilience, empowering you to better manage stress, regulate emotions, and navigate life's challenges.

Resilience: Your Psychological Body Armour

Shield Yourself from Stress by Strengthening Your Psychological Resilience.

Twelve Days of Mental Fitmas

12 Mental Health Boosting Strategies to help you thrive over Christmas (and beyond!)

ChristmasTess Browne29 November 2023Christmas, Self-Care

Sleep Tips for Sleep Deprived Mums

Strategies you can intentionally do to protect your psychological health and minimise the impact of sleep deprivation during the postpartum period.

SleepTess Browne18 May 2021sleep, Self-Care, Postpartum, Pregnancy

Sleep Better: Evidence-Based Strategies to Improve Sleep

In this article I share scientifically backed information and actionable strategies which, if done regularly and consistently, will improve both quality and quantity of your sleep. Thus, resulting in a wealth of physical, mental and social benefits.

SleepTess Browne25 April 2021sleep, Self-Care

Why Can’t I Sleep? Understanding Sleep Struggles

It is often our negative thoughts about sleep, in addition to certain behaviours we do to try to address the problem, which are responsible for 𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 sleep difficulties, and can contribute to sleep disorders, such as insomnia.

SleepTess Browne31 March 2021sleep, Self-Care

5 Common Myths About Self-Care

The biggest resistance piece I hear from people in therapy sessions, particularly mothers, is that self-care is selfish. In this article I want to address a few common misconceptions or myths about self-care and reiterate to you the importance of a regular, consistent self-care practice.

Self-CareTess Browne10 February 2021Self-Care

Value-Based Self-Care: What it is and Why you need it

Value-based self-care is what it says it is; self-care based on your values. There’s an abundance of data which shows that out emotional health is optimum when the actions we choose to exert our time and energy on are aligned with our values. Try this simple three-step process to help you identify the self-care practices which are most aligned with your values.

Self-CareTess Browne27 January 2021Self-Care, values

Self-Care Matters Because You Matter

5 reasons why regular, consistent self-care is a necessity not a luxury

Self-CareTess Browne13 January 2021Self-Care

Christmas During a Pandemic: How to Cope with Disappointment, Loss and Sadness

As we move towards the holiday season, the loss of meaningful physical connection this year may result in distressing feelings of grief and sadness. Learn how to cope with these feelings and find joy this Christmas.

ChristmasTess Browne16 December 2020Self-Care, Christmas, COVID-19, loss, grief

Christmas: The Season of Anxiety

Christmas and the New Year can be a joyous time for many. But for others, it can bring up feelings of sadness, overwhelm and anxiety. Learn some strategies to help you cope during the festive season.

ChristmasTess Browne9 December 2020Self-Care, Christmas, Anxiety