Karpman’s Drama Triangle: What It Is and How to Step Out
by Julie-Anne Peake, Clinical Psychologist
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In this space, we share inspiration, tips, educational material, and stories that help you get the most out of our services. Whether you're looking for helpful tips, background information, or a behind-the-scenes look: you'll find it all here. We regularly post new blogs in our Therapy Series, Healthy Communities Series & Healthy Workplaces Series that you are welcome to comment on, so bookmark this page and come back regularly for updates and new insights.
THERAPY SERIES
Writing Your Way Back Inside: How Creative Writing Supports Mood and Wellbeing
By Julie-Anne Peake, Clinical Psychologist
Mastering the Skill of Validation
by Julie-Anne Peake, Clinical Psychologist
Who is AHPRA and what do they do?
By Julie-Anne Peake - Clinical Psychologist, myMHC
Why Sleep Disturbance Is a Transdiagnostic Symptom Across Mental Health Disorders
By Julie-Anne Peake, Clinical Psychologist
Listen to Audio Here: Psychology Tools for PTSD
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Finding Your Voice: Assertiveness Techniques and Stepped Responses
By Julie-Anne Peake, Clinical Psychologist - myMHC
Understanding Rejection Sensitivity - Why Rejection Can Feel So Painful
By Julie-Anne Peake, Clinical Psychologist - myMHC
Untangling Guilt, Shame and the Urge to Please Everyone
By Julie-Anne Peake, Clinical Psychologist
Breaking Free from Coercive Control: Understanding Financial Abuse and Reclaiming Independence
Coercive control is one of the most harmful - but often least visible - forms of abuse. It doesn’t always leave bruises or scars, yet it can deeply affect your confidence, safety, and ability to live freely.
The Origins of Survival
Imagine this Scenario: A monkey comes head-to-head with a leopard, an apex predator. Immediately, the monkey’s body enters survival mode, also called the acute stress response or fight-flight response.
Unhelpful Thinking Could Be Clouding Your Perception
In CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), unhelpful thinking styles are patterns of thinking that are biased, inaccurate, or exaggerated, often leading to distressing emotions or unhelpful behaviors. These are sometimes called cognitive distortions. Common examples include:
HEALTHY COMMUNITIES SERIES
What is Social Cohesion & Why It Matters After Disaster
By Julie-Anne Peake, Clinical Psychologist - myMHC
The Power of Volunteering: Connection, Purpose and Community
Many people think of volunteering as “giving back” to the community, but what we often forget is how much it gives to us in return. Volunteering has benefits that go well beyond the task itself - it can support our mental health, help us feel connected, and remind us that we belong.
Recovering from COVID-19: How Victoria Compares to the Rest of Australia
Victoria endured some of the longest and strictest COVID-19 lockdowns in the world. The impacts were profound — socially, psychologically, and economically. Now, several years on, how is Victoria recovering compared to other states?
Natural Disasters, Recovery, and Seeking Help in Australia
Natural disasters leave deep marks on communities — not just through physical damage, but through emotional, social and financial impacts. Homes, businesses and infrastructure may be destroyed, but the toll on mental health can be just as long-lasting.
HEALTHY WORKPLACES SERIES
Break the Cycle of Workplace Drama
by Julie-Anne Peake, Clinical Psychologist
WorkSafe Victoria LGBTQIA+ Resources
Understanding Bias and Assumptions: Why They Matter for Equality and Inclusion
By Julie-Anne Peake, Clinical Psychologist - myMHC
How to Handle Bullying at Work
When we think of bullying, we often imagine the schoolyard. But unfortunately, bullying doesn’t always stop in childhood – it can also appear in the workplace. Workplace bullying is more than occasional conflict or a difficult boss; it’s repeated, unreasonable behaviour intended to intimidate, humiliate, or undermine someone.
Why speaking up at work really matters
After more than 20 years as a clinical psychologist, I’ve sat with hundreds of people whose lives have been turned upside down by workplace injuries. Many of these stories come through workers’ compensation claims for physical and psychological injuries - and I’ve lost track of the number of court reports I’ve written to show just how deep these wounds can be.
For Military Personnel, Emergency Service Workers & Healthcare Professionals
Prevelance of PTSD: Australian research highlights that both current and ex-serving military personnel, emergency service workers in paid and volunteer positions, and our healthcare professionals face a significantly higher risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) compared to the general population, primarily due to repeated exposure to traumatic events.