In today’s fast-paced world, chronic worry and anxiety can easily take hold, affecting our daily lives and overall wellbeing. At J&R Clinical Psychology in Perth, we understand the challenges individuals face with Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and chronic worry, and we’re here to provide support and guidance on the path to a more peaceful mind. When Worrying Becomes a Problem ... Read More ..read more

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a therapy powerhouse. It's all about learning to embrace uncertainty and at times, discomfort, in order to behave in ways that enrich our lives ..read more

Neurodiversity, a term coined by Australian sociologist Judy Singer in 1998, emphasises the diversity of human neurology, brain function, and nervous systems. It encourages us to embrace the wide range of neurological variations in our population, likening it to the biodiversity that is crucial for our ecosystem’s health. Recently, there has been a growing understanding of neurodiversity, urging us to ... Read More ..read more

Child ADHD support Perth Written by Yasmin Gonella, Clinical Psychologist. Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) have a different kind of brain. This brain can be like a superpower, and they may be highly creative, a really caring friend, or have a great sense of humour. Lots of famous and successful people have ADHD – i.e., Jim Carey! Saying ... Read More ..read more

Before we start on study techniques, let’s be clear about how study is important to you. Studying can be tedious and difficult, and it takes time away from other things that are important to you. So, take a moment to consider ‘Why you are studying?‘ What are your short-term goals and what are your longer-term ones?  Why are you willing to put other activities on hold ... Read More ..read more

Death anxiety is a common experience that can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. It refers to the fear and worry about one’s own mortality or the idea of death in general. While many people may not consider death anxiety to be a significant concern, it’s actually very common and can underlie various mental health issues and impact a ... Read More ..read more

Written by Eleanor Jones, Clinical Psychologist, J&R Psychology. Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a first-line treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), developed by Dr Francine Shapiro. It has gained a lot of interest in recent years and there is now a lot of research telling us that it’s an effective treatment. To learn more about trauma and ... Read More ..read more

Our mission at J&R Clinical Psychology is ‘helping you thrive’. We carry the ethos of ‘helping you thrive’ through all that we do, from how we work with our clients, our team, and our fellow professionals and referrers. J&R clinical psychology are taking the exciting step of offering our services within a brand new (and very lovely) GP clinic in ... Read More ..read more

Trauma is derived from traumatikos, the Greek word for “wound”. Psychological trauma refers to being overwhelmed. When we are overwhelmed, we are less resilient and flexible, and we often feel disconnected from ourselves and from others. Have you experienced significant trauma in your life? You’re not alone. Two thirds of the Australian population will experience at least one major traumatic ... Read More ..read more

Telehealth (health consultations delivered via phone or videoconference) has been around for decades and the earliest research into its effectiveness was in the 1960’s. In Australia, psychologists have delivered mental health care via phone and videoconference for many years. This has been particularly so for people living in rural and remote areas, or those who cannot easily come into the ... Read More ..read more