Member Spotlight: Australian Counselling Association Interview With Dan Davis
My name is Dan Davis, and I’ve had the privilege of practising as a counsellor for over five years. This journey has been both challenging and rewarding, leading me to establish my own private practice, Meta Minds Therapy. Through this practice, I host counselling sessions and offer supervision to other counsellors, helping them navigate their […]
Reduce Anxiety and Stress with Progressive Muscle Relaxation: A Wellness Guide
In our hectic lives, stress and anxiety often manifest physically, leading to muscle tension that can disrupt our well-being. Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) offers a structured approach to alleviating these effects, promoting relaxation and overall health. Let’s explore how to effectively practice PMR by focusing on different muscle groups throughout the body. Understanding Muscle […]
Inner Child Therapy: Using Your Non-Dominant Hand to Heal Trauma, Stress, and Anxiety
Nurturing your inner child is a powerful step towards self-awareness and healing. At Meta Minds Therapy, we understand the importance of connecting with all parts of yourself, including the inner child. One effective technique for this is the Non-Dominant Hand Activity, which allows you to communicate with your inner child in a unique and profound […]
Integrating Spiritual Intelligence into Psychotherapy: Five Key Capacities for Transformative Healing
As a therapist and CEO coach, I’ve worked with clients from all manner of religious and spiritual backgrounds. When we begin therapy, some of my patients are hesitant to believe that the principles of spirituality can be integrated into psychotherapy. But, as I’ve seen time and time again, spirituality (more specifically, the set of qualities […]
The Frontier of AI-Assisted Psychedelic Therapy: Bridging Ancient Wisdom and Cutting-Edge Technology
As a trauma survivor (and futurist) who has emerged from the depths of my own suffering through the transformative power of psychedelic medicines, I have witnessed firsthand the immense potential psychedelics hold for healing the wounds that haunt so many. My journey as a survivor has illuminated the complexities and considerations we must navigate as […]
Why Forgiveness Isn’t Always Necessary for Healing
The effects of trauma on mental health-related issues are widespread and far-reaching. Many people who experience overwhelming life events can respond with numbness, disconnection, and shock in the acute aftermath of a trauma. In this state, processing trauma is ineffective, the brain is in survival mode, doing what it can to protect and preserve itself […]
The Power of a Clear Mission Statement
The word ‘purpose’ frequently resounds in motivational speeches, self-help books, and philosophical discussions. It’s unfortunate that despite all the resources available, many people still struggle with finding a sense of purpose. I struggled with this too, and it’s astounding how significantly society and our environments can influence our minds. They can effortlessly construct an […]
Understanding and Managing Anxiety: Tips for Coping in Daily Life
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. It can manifest in various ways, such as excessive worry, restlessness, irritability, and physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat and shortness of breath. While anxiety can be challenging to live with, there are effective strategies for managing and coping with it in daily […]
Mindset Mastery: Empowering Personal Growth for Lifelong Success
Reality check We – humans, really enjoy it when things are improving. We are not always certain about the purpose of life, however getting MORE of everything seems appealing almost all the time. Things like knowledge, wisdom, money, free time, better experiences, better understanding, better quality of life, health… It is a modern culture […]
The Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset: Which One Leads to Greater Success?
The concept of mindset has become increasingly popular over the past decade, with the growth mindset and fixed mindset being two of the most commonly discussed mindsets. In this article, we will explore the key differences between the growth mindset and the fixed mindset, and why the former is more likely to lead to success. […]
