Hope Prevails Blogs

There’s a common misconception that you need a GP referral or a mental health plan to start therapy. While that’s true for Medicare-funded services, private therapy works differently — and far more flexibly.

In Person-Centred Therapy (PCT), your therapist is not the expert on your life—you are. This non-directive, compassionate approach is rooted in unconditional positive regard, empathy, and authenticity.

That harsh voice in your head isn’t the truth—it’s the inner critic. Learn how therapy can help quiet it.

Burnout often hides behind feelings of laziness or disconnection. Here’s how to recognise it and find your way back.

Discover how setting boundaries can protect your wellbeing and improve your relationships—without guilt.

Feel different as the seasons shift? Here’s how to care for your mental health through seasonal changes—even in sunny Queensland.

Learn how practicing self-compassion can reduce anxiety, improve resilience, and support healing.

Self-care doesn’t need to be complicated. Here’s how to build a realistic routine that nurtures your mental health.