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Recovery from Gaming Disorder is about making a conscious choice to unplug from the virtual world and fully engage with your real life.

Recovery from Gaming Disorder is about making a conscious choice to unplug from the virtual world and fully engage with your real life.

When the Game Takes Over: A Guide to Understanding and Treating Internet Gaming Disorder in Melbourne

Dr Daniel Shaw

Sep 4, 20254 min read

Everyday activities, hobbies, and foods can become the target of a behavioural addiction

Everyday activities, hobbies, and foods can become the target of a behavioural addiction

Understanding Behavioural Addictions: A Guide to Gaming, Pornography, and Finding Support in Melbourne

Dr Daniel Shaw

Aug 28, 20254 min read

A family sits at a dinner table, with parents consoling their sad child. Warm light from a lamp above casts soft shadows, creating an intimate mood.

A family sits at a dinner table, with parents consoling their sad child. Warm light from a lamp above casts soft shadows, creating an intimate mood.

Supporting Your Child Through an Eating Disorder: A Practical Guide for Melbourne Parents

Dr Daniel Shaw

Aug 22, 20255 min read

A green plant sprouts through a cracked asphalt pavement, illuminated by sunlight, symbolizing resilience and growth in an urban setting.

A green plant sprouts through a cracked asphalt pavement, illuminated by sunlight, symbolizing resilience and growth in an urban setting.

The Invisible Man: Recognizing and Supporting Men with Eating Disorders in Melbourne

Dr Daniel Shaw

Aug 15, 20254 min read

A person gazes at their reflection in a mirror next to a window. The outside view shows lush green trees, suggesting a serene mood.

A person gazes at their reflection in a mirror next to a window. The outside view shows lush green trees, suggesting a serene mood.

Challenging the Inner Critic: A Guide to Healing Body Image Disturbance in Melbourne

Dr Daniel Shaw

Aug 8, 20254 min read

Recovery from Binge Eating Disorder often begins with learning to respond to emotional needs with compassion, rather than with food.

Recovery from Binge Eating Disorder often begins with learning to respond to emotional needs with compassion, rather than with food.

More Than Overeating: A Closer Look at Binge Eating Disorder (BED) and How to Get Help

Dr Daniel Shaw

Aug 1, 20254 min read

A tangled black wire transitions into a straight glowing line against a blurred blue-grey background, symbolizing clarity from chaos.

A tangled black wire transitions into a straight glowing line against a blurred blue-grey background, symbolizing clarity from chaos.

Beyond Everyday Worry: Recognising and Treating Anxiety Disorders in Melbourne

Dr Daniel Shaw

Jul 25, 20254 min read

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View from inside a car on a sunny road with lush trees, a blue sky, and distant city skyline. Tranquil and scenic atmosphere.

Back on the Road: Recovering from Motor Vehicle Accident Trauma in Melbourne with TAC Support & Exposure Therapy

Dr Daniel Shaw

Jul 18, 20256 min read

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Smooth stepping stones curve through clear blue water towards a sandy beach, creating a serene and tranquil atmosphere.

The Journey of Healing: Understanding the Three-Phase Model of Trauma Recovery and the Power of Safety & Trust in Therapy

Dr Daniel Shaw

Jul 11, 20255 min read

Sunset over calm ocean, with rays of light streaming through dramatic clouds. Sky hues blend from orange to blue, reflecting on water. Serene mood.

Sunset over calm ocean, with rays of light streaming through dramatic clouds. Sky hues blend from orange to blue, reflecting on water. Serene mood.

Breaking the Cycle: How to Find Effective Treatment for Bulimia Nervosa in Melbourne

Dr Daniel Shaw

Jul 6, 20254 min read

Financial assistance chart showing types like counselling, safety, and medical expenses up to $60k, plus $25k special assistance, on green blocks.

Financial assistance chart showing types like counselling, safety, and medical expenses up to $60k, plus $25k special assistance, on green blocks.

Finding Support After Crime: Victoria's Financial Assistance Scheme for Trauma Recovery (Including Childhood Abuse)

Dr Daniel Shaw

Jul 4, 20255 min read

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Close-up of a green leaf with a single water droplet on it. The background is blurred, highlighting the leaf's vibrant colour and veined texture.

Understanding Anorexia Nervosa: A Guide to Signs, Health Risks, and Recovery in Melbourne

Dr Daniel Shaw

Jun 29, 20254 min read

Hand holding a map of Olympic National Park inside a car with forest scenery visible through windshield, evoking a sense of adventure.

Hand holding a map of Olympic National Park inside a car with forest scenery visible through windshield, evoking a sense of adventure.

The First Hurdle: Challenges in Getting a GP Referral for Trauma Counselling in Melbourne (And How We Can Help)

Dr Daniel Shaw

Jun 27, 20255 min read

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Hands gently tending to a small green plant in a terracotta pot, bathed in warm light, conveying care and growth.

A Comprehensive Guide to Eating Disorder Treatment in Melbourne: Finding Your Path to Recovery

Dr Daniel Shaw

Jun 24, 20254 min read

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Illuminated pathway with modern light posts in the foreground, city skyline in blur. Soft evening glow and pastel sky create a serene mood.

Accessing Trauma Counselling in Melbourne: Medicare Rebates, Costs & Safety Nets Explained

Dr Daniel Shaw

Jun 20, 20254 min read

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Colourful yarns intersect on a woven fabric. Green, yellow, red, and blue strands create intricate patterns, evoking a vibrant, creative mood.

Understanding the Link Between Trauma and Anxiety/OCD/Eating Disorders: Integrated Treatment in Melbourne

Dr Daniel Shaw

Jun 13, 20255 min read

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Abstract image of a human outline with colourful lines representing nerves. Visible organs include the heart and intestines, set on a soft gradient background.

Listening to Your Body: How Stress, Anxiety, and Trauma Speak Through Physical Symptoms

Dr Daniel Shaw

Jun 11, 20254 min read

A green oak leaf floats on calm water, reflecting trees. The background is blurred with soft green and blue hues, creating a peaceful mood.

A green oak leaf floats on calm water, reflecting trees. The background is blurred with soft green and blue hues, creating a peaceful mood.

You Are Not Your Thoughts: Using Mindfulness to Manage Intrusive Worries

Dr Daniel Shaw

Jun 8, 20254 min read

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Abstract image of a network of green and blue lines with circular nodes on a dark background, depicting a neural or data flow pattern.

EMDR Therapy Melbourne: How It Works and Who It Can Help

Dr Daniel Shaw

Jun 6, 20254 min read

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Foggy landscape with two trees and a winding path. The scene is serene and minimalist, enhancing the trees' silhouettes.

When the World Feels Unsafe: Making Sense of Frightening Public Events in Melbourne

Dr Daniel Shaw

Jun 5, 20254 min read

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