Are you in search of quality counselling Essendon? At Life Resolutions, our passion and mission is accessible, compassionate counselling and mental health support for all Australians. With the help of our committed Founder and Director, Jodie Brenton, Life Resolutions has proudly been providing mental health support Essendon for more than two decades. With our years

With Christmas less than a month away, the upcoming festivities are at the forefront of our minds. Homecooked food, lazy days with family and friends, and exciting gifts are the things that we all look forward to. However, for the millions of Australians who have a disability, the Christmas season can be time of stress

Dealing with Stress During COVID-19 This year has been an incredibly difficult year for all Australians, and many may be struggling with anxiety and stress as a result. Even if you or your family have not been directly affected by the health issues of the pandemic, the collective trauma of a global health crisis and

Trauma is defined as the way the brain responds to stressful or painful stimuli and can affect sufferers long after the difficult event or situation has passed. Particularly upsetting and emotional events can lead to changes in the way the brain processes information. Although our brain does this to protect us from any further pain

Trauma occurs when one has been exposed to an adverse event that leaves a lasting effect on thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. These feelings can be difficult to cope with, and many who have experienced trauma may develop other issues, such as anxiety or depression. A trauma response can be a result of a number ofseveral

Although stress is a normal part of life and can push us to achieve our goals and be our best, constant stress can have a severely detrimental effect on health, wellbeing, and happiness. When we feel continually worried and anxious, our body is unable to relax and it can impact both physical and mental health.

 Life Resolutions Team on Chronic Pain Chronic painis caused by any number of factors, and is often created by another health condition or illness. If pain lasts for twelve weeks or more, it is considered chronic and specialist help should be sought. Although around one in three Australians experience chronic pain, it is an often-misunderstood

Although we all know change is an inevitable part of life, it can still be hard to cope with. It is common for people to struggle with managing shifts in life, work, education and more, and sometimes the ways we choose to cope with change can be unhealthy and damaging to our mental and physical

Jodie Brenton discussed about Stress Stress is a part of the human experience; everyone feels it from time to time – although it grains on some people more than others. Stress is not a mental illness in and of itself. However, severe and ongoing stress has a high risk of causing mental, emotional and physical illnesses.

True love is often borne out of trials and tribulations, or so they say. This might be the case, but sometimes, it can be hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. A couples counsellor can help you work through difficult times and provide a space for open and honest dialogue. At