In this video I attempt to tackle the big topic that is Values from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Values is one of the 6 core principles of ACT and an important part of the framework but also in life. Defining our values help us connect with what is important to us and set meaningful directions in life. This is especially important when we feel adrift or that life isn't as meaningful as it could be. It is a long one so I've included some time codes for different parts of the video below: 0:00 Introduction 0:28 Definition of Values 1:37 The Compass Metaphor 2:28 Questions to Clarify Values 3:03 Goals are Different to Values 3:17 Values Are More Empowering than Goals 3:55 Examples of Goals Versus Value 4:41 What Values are Not in ACT 7:46 5 Key Points About Values 11:56 Tightening the Definition Further 12:28 Clarifying Values 13:01 Getting to Values from Goals 13:35 Two Kids in the Car Metaphor Thank you for watching! Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more videos like this in the future. For bookings: Call us on 02 7226 5626 Or go to www.skylinepsychology.com.au/contact Follow us on: www.instagram.com/skyline.psychology/ www.facebook.com/skylinepsychology/

In this video I explain how anxiety can present and be maintained by our body, thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, using the Biopsychosocial Model. In addition, I explore ways we can manage anxiety and boost psychological wellness more generally using this framework. Let me know what you think of the video in the comments and also share your best tips for maintaining psychological wellness. For bookings: Call us on 02 7226 5626 Or go to www.skylinepsychology.com.au/contact Follow us on: www.instagram.com/skyline.psychology/ www.facebook.com/skylinepsychology/

In this video I outline some unhelpful thinking styles that can get us stuck and create all manner of painful feelings including anxiety. 0:00 Introduction to Unhelpful Thinking Styles 0:17 Catastrophising 1:06 Overgeneralisation 1:25 Stereotyping 1:44 Black and White Thinking 2:37 Personalisation 3:17 Filtering 4:13 Mind Reading 5:20 Jumping to Conclusions 5:48 Emotional Reasoning 6:21 Shoulding and Musting 7:03 Discounting the Positives 8:35 Some Strategies to Address Unhelpful Thinking For bookings: www.skylinepsychology.com.au/contact Socials: www.instagram.com/skyline.psychology/ www.facebook.com/skylinepsychology/

Here I talk about the pitfalls of cherry-picking feelings and explore what feelings (even the more painful ones) might be telling us. We also look at what happens when we suppress and bottle up painful feelings. Improve your mental health. www.instagram.com/skyline.psychology/ www.facebook.com/skylinepsychology/

Here I talk about Mindfulness as we generally use it in psychology and therapy. I outline some of the definitions, benefits, and some interesting metaphors. Tune in until the end for an old Zen saying. #psychology #mindfulness #therapy www.instagram.com/skyline.psychology/ www.facebook.com/skylinepsychology/

In this video, I share 5 physical calming techniques that I actually use with clients as remedies for Anxiety. Physical Calming Techniques 0:15 Breathing Retraining 3:13 Progressive Muscle Relaxation 4:33 Passive Progressive Relaxation (Guided Visualisations) 6:02 Diving Reflex 7:51 Butterfly Hands Progressive Muscle Relaxation Document from CCI https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/~/media/CCI/Mental-Health-Professionals/Anxiety/Anxiety---Information-Sheets/Anxiety-Information-Sheet---09---Progressive-Muscle-Relaxation.pdf Breathing Retraining Document from CCI https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/~/media/CCI/Mental-Health-Professionals/Anxiety/Anxiety---Information-Sheets/Anxiety-Information-Sheet---08---Breathing-Retraining.pdf For bookings: www.skylinepsychology.com.au/contact Socials: www.instagram.com/skyline.psychology/ www.facebook.com/skylinepsychology/

In this video, I explore the question of whether anxiety can be normal. I explore how we can know when it is or isn't not normal and when it might need to be treated by a professional. At the end of the video there are some helpful tips for treating anxiety. For bookings: www.skylinepsychology.com.au/contact Socials: www.instagram.com/skyline.psychology/ www.facebook.com/skylinepsychology/

In this video we take an introductory look at one of the most tried and tested methods in the psychologist's toolkit. This is widely known as The ABC Model and comes from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). For bookings: www.skylinepsychology.com.au/contact Socials: www.instagram.com/skyline.psychology/ www.facebook.com/skylinepsychology/

Welcome to Skyline Psychology. In this video I share a concept from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy called The Struggle Switch. You can read about this idea in Dr Russ Harris' book titled The Happiness Trap. The main idea is that the more we fight and struggle with our internal world of thoughts and feelings, particularly negative ones, the more amplified they become leading to unnecessary pain and suffering. I hope you find the concept as interesting as my clients do. www.skylinepsychology.com.au 02 7226 5626 admin@skylinepsychology.com.au #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #thestruggleswitch #psychologist #psychology #mentalhealth #anxiety #anxietyrelief