A resolution

It's a fifth Wednesday feast! Our last team lunch of the year. Let's eat, laugh, and recharge.

🎁 ARESOLUTION x SALVATION ARMY CHRISTMAS DRIVE 🎁
Christmas Gift Drive - The Salvation Army
This December, the Aresolution team is running a Christmas gift drive through the Salvation Army. We will be collecting donations under our tree in our office which will be gifted to those who are in hardship this Christmas.
If you would like to join us in spreading love and charity this Christmas, please bring your new, unwrapped gifts or canned goods to your next appointment and place it under our tree.

Donation ideas:
Gift vouchers for gifts (allows parents to select gifts for their children)
Gifts vouchers for supermarkets
Wrapping paper and gift bags
Books
Beauty products (make up, hair products, nail polish)
Toys
Board games/card games
Sporting equipment
Toiletries/hygiene products (shampoo/conditioner, body wash, deodorant/body spray)
Canned food/non-perishables

Today is R U OK day, a reminder to connect, listen, and make a difference. You don't need to be an expert, just a good friend and a great listener.

Follow these four steps to start a conversation that could change a life:

1. Ask R U OK?
2.Listen
3.Encourage action
R.Check in

Take a moment today to reach out and show someone you care. 💙

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🌼MEET THE TEAM🌼
Meet Keren, our Clinical Psychologist onboard the Aresolution team who joined us in 2022. Keren is extremely well traveled, and even worked in a hospital as a volunteer psychologist in Bhutan, South Asia!

Keren is passionate about infant and perinatal mental health and helping to build strong attachments between parents and children and assist in enhancing emotional well being during times of big adjustment.

Happy International Friendship Day! 🌍 💙
Let's celebrate the power of connections that transcend borders and bring people together. Remember, strong social bonds not only enrich our lives but also play a vital role in nurturing our mental well-being. Today, let's appreciate the friends near and far who uplift us, make us laugh, and remind us that we're never alone.✨🤝

As psychologists, we recommend that everyone’s emotional stress, anger, distress and anxiety management kit should include a range of strategies to help them cope and achieve resolution.
Touchpoints are a very helpful strategy for managing stressors that relies on tactile stimulation, vibration and bilateral stimulation to help process stress and reduce your overall physical arousal.
Touchpoints can be used in a range of ways outside of therapy to help you manage stress. You can use them when you are distressed to help reduce arousal or you can use them daily as a physical meditation device during a walk, on your way to work to help reduce stress and lower arousal.

Are you experiencing burn out? 😮‍💨
There are multiple factors that can contribute to experiencing burn out. It is important to understand and recognise the signs and symptoms so we can take proactive steps towards self-care and restoration.
Remember, it's okay to pause, breathe, and prioritise your well-being. Take time to recharge, set boundaries, and seek support. Your mental and emotional health matter. You deserve rest, replenishment, and a life in balance.

🌼MEET THE TEAM!🌼
Meet Katherine, one of the senior psychologists at Aresolution who joined our team in 2020. A fun fact about Katherine is that she has been skydiving, and loved it!

Katherine is passionate about working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety and trauma. She takes a gentle and compassionate approach to therapy to assist individuals in reaching their therapeutic goals.

📚✨Our team is passionate about OCD!✨📚
The book that has the office buzzing! All of our team members have been keen to pick this one up and it has been passed around the reception desk for the last few days.
This book serves as a valuable resource for anyone struggling with unwanted intrusive thoughts. It empowers individuals with practical skills and insights to confront and manage their thoughts effectively, leading to a greater sense of peace, resilience, and well-being.

🤍Take a moment today to check on your friends🤍
Life can be tough, and a simple act of kindness can make a world of difference. Reach out, lend an ear, or offer a shoulder to lean on. Let's support and uplift one another through the highs and lows. You never know how much your caring gesture can mean to someone who might be struggling. Starting the conversation could save a life.

✨Our principal psychologist is excited because our new EMDR light tube and buzzies have arrived!✨

EMDR is useful for trauma, PTSD, difficult emotions, phobias and OCD.
Our EMDR team has been playing around with new and modern ways to help our clients get the most out of their EMDR experience.
You can do EMDR in many ways! Just a few of the techniques we use at Aresolution are: by crossing your hands, using buzzies, using a light tube, following your therapists hand, or by using headphones with bilateral sounds and tapping either side of your body!
Your therapist will work with you to find out what method suits you best!

The human brain generates approximately 50,000 thoughts per day! Being aware of our thoughts and practicing mindfulness can help promote a more positive and balanced mental state.

Movement is like a natural mood enhancer. When you exercise, your brain releases endorphins—the feel-good chemicals that uplift your spirits and promote a sense of happiness and well-being. It's like giving your mind a refreshing and revitalizing boost.

Whether we're working with clients or exchanging knowledge with fellow professionals, engagement is the heart of what we do. We believe in the power of genuine connections to create lasting change and transformation.

When it comes to mental health and psychology, it's essential to recognize that true progress and healing often require time and patience. Just as physical wounds take time to heal, our emotional well-being also needs space to grow, evolve, and find equilibrium.

Embrace the process, honor your unique timeline, and be patient with yourself. Trust that with time, commitment, and self-care, you can achieve greater mental well-being and lead a fulfilling life. Each step you take is a valuable part of your transformative journey.

Aresolution is here to support you on this journey. Our compassionate psychologists provide personalized care and guidance, acknowledging the importance of time and patience in your mental health process.

FUN FACT FRIDAY

Singing or listening to music releases endorphins in the brain, which can boost mood, reduce stress, and even enhance cognitive function.

Did you know that a simple act like drinking water in the morning can have a profound impact on your well-being? It's true! Hydrating your body with water at the start of the day not only replenishes your cells but also provides an invigorating energy boost.

When we wake up, our bodies are naturally dehydrated after hours of rest. By reaching for a glass of water as the first thing in the morning, we kickstart a process of revitalization. Water rehydrates our cells, enabling them to function optimally and promoting overall well-being from within.

When we're properly hydrated, our bodies can carry out essential metabolic processes more effectively, boosting our overall energy levels. This natural energy boost can help us feel refreshed, focused, and ready to take on the day with enthusiasm.

Laughter therapy, known as "gelotology," has been shown to have positive effects on mental health by reducing stress, improving mood, and enhancing overall well-being.