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Understanding Behavioural Addictions: A Guide to Gaming, Pornography, and Finding Support in Melbourne
When does a habit become an addiction? This guide explores the signs of behavioural addictions, including loss of control and negative consequences. Learn about two common challenges—Internet Gaming Disorder and problematic pornography use—and discover how evidence-based therapies available in Melbourne can help you regain control and build a more fulfilling life.

Dr Daniel Shaw
Aug 284 min read


Challenging the Inner Critic: A Guide to Healing Body Image Disturbance in Melbourne
Negative body image often sits at the very heart of an eating disorder. This guide explores what body image disturbance is and how evidence-based therapies like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help you heal. Learn how to "unhook" from your inner critic, focus on your values, and build a more compassionate, neutral relationship with your body.

Dr Daniel Shaw
Aug 84 min read


Beyond Everyday Worry: Recognising and Treating Anxiety Disorders in Melbourne
When does everyday worry become an anxiety disorder? This article explores the signs and symptoms of common anxiety conditions like GAD, social anxiety, and panic disorder. Learn about effective, evidence-based therapy options available in Melbourne, like CBT and ACT, that can help you manage overwhelming anxiety, find relief, and regain control of your life.

Dr Daniel Shaw
Jul 254 min read


A Comprehensive Guide to Eating Disorder Treatment in Melbourne: Finding Your Path to Recovery
Eating disorders are serious, complex illnesses. Our comprehensive guide explains the different types, including anorexia, bulimia, and the often-overlooked Atypical Anorexia. Learn about the path to recovery in Melbourne, the importance of a multidisciplinary team, the Medicare Eating Disorder Plan (EDPT), and evidence-based psychological treatments that can help you heal.

Dr Daniel Shaw
Jun 244 min read


You Are Not Your Thoughts: Using Mindfulness to Manage Intrusive Worries
Intrusive thoughts like "what if I fail?" can be exhausting. Fighting them often makes it worse. This article explores a different approach: mindfulness. Learn practical, evidence-based skills from a Melbourne clinical psychologist to change your relationship with negative thoughts, create distance from worry, and find more psychological freedom.

Dr Daniel Shaw
Jun 84 min read


More Than a Law: How to Psychologically Embrace Your Right to Disconnect in Melbourne
New "right to disconnect" laws in Australia are boosting productivity and well-being, but it can still be hard to switch off. This article explores the psychological reasons why and offers practical strategies from CBT and ACT to help you confidently set work-life boundaries, manage unspoken pressures, and discuss your needs with your Melbourne employer. Reclaim your time and reduce stress.

Dr Daniel Shaw
May 256 min read
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