I’ve already written about perimenopause before, and that was all good and well, but a year later, as a proud ADHDer and mid (but pleeeeaaassse, almost toward the end) peri experiencer, and person in love…there is so much more to say. It doesn’t arrive gently. It doesn’t tap you on the shoulder and say, “hey, things might feel a […]
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Something I wrote during a week I took away in Melbourne… about two years ago now, and I just found it in my notes. At the time, it felt big. Heavy. A bit confronting. Reading it back, I can feel how much I’ve shifted since then. I’ve had more practice. More reps at leaving, at
When we enter a relationship, we don’t just connect with a person. We also slowly build a kind of shared “nest” together. That nest is made up of all the ways we keep each other safe and connected. The values we hold. The routines we fall into. The understanding we have about what is and
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2025 arrived loudly. If I had to name the lesson that threaded its way through everything, it would be this: everything changes. And when I grip outcomes too tightly, that grip is often what turns discomfort into overwhelm. Or pain. Or exhaustion. This year held a lot. There were multiple moves. The loss of my
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I’ve been trying to write this for weeks. Grief is like that.It clogs your brain while you’re standing in Coles staring at the biscuits.It lets you joke with a friend one minute, then has you in tears in the car the next. A month ago, I lost my father-in-law, Dave. Except “father-in-law” doesn’t really describe
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June is Pride Month – a time of celebration, resistance, remembrance, and love. At Nest Psychotherapy & Counselling, we’re proud to be a queer-affirming, inclusive practice that supports people of all genders, sexualities, and relationship styles. We believe that being an ally isn’t a label – it’s a practice. One that requires showing up, listening
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Feel like you and your partner keep having the same fight on repeat?You’re not alone. And it doesn’t mean your relationship is broken. Conflict is part of every relationship. But when it’s handled well, it can actually bring you closer instead of driving you apart. That’s what this free webinar is all about. Conflict to
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Perimenopause doesn’t arrive quietly. Well, it definitely hasn’t for me. It crashes through your sense of self.
One minute you’re managing everything – the mental load, the household, the relationships – and the next, you’re struggling to remember words, snapping at your partner, and crying because someone left the milk out.
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Note: At Nest, when we refer to “women,” we include all women. Additionally, when discussing physiological topics like adenomyosis and perimenopause, we acknowledge that some men and non-binary individuals also have a uterus. Our aim is to use inclusive language while ensuring clarity and accessibility. Discovering Naturopathy for Chronic Pain Relief in the Southern Highlands
In a world that often prioritizes romantic relationships, the value of deep, platonic friendships can sometimes be overlooked. But research – and lived experience – shows that strong friendships are vital for emotional well-being, personal growth, and even long-term relationship success. Whether you’re navigating a long-term partnership, healing from a breakup, or simply looking to
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It can be for a multitude of reasons, it may just be choice on your part not to engage in the marketers dream! Or it could be a day you find difficult. If it’s the latter, this blog may help. Valentine’s Day. For some, it’s a day of love and connection. For others, it’s a
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It’s taken me a month to post this, but that feels fitting because one of the biggest lessons 2024 taught me was patience—and the art of going with the flow. This past year has been full of growth, challenges, and unexpected lessons. Navigating life with my two incredible kiddos (11 and 14) brought new experiences, including some neurodivergent diagnoses that reshaped how
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We meet, we fall in love, and sometimes we might even get married, thinking the spark will last forever. But the truth is, maintaining a loving relationship requires effort and intention, especially as life evolves around us. In the beginning, our hormones fuel the passion, and the excitement of the unknown keeps the fire
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The festive season is often painted as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. But for many families and couples, it can bring challenges that are far from the idealised holiday scenes we see in movies and advertisements. From financial pressures to heightened family tensions, the holiday period can feel overwhelming. At Nest Psychotherapy &
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If your relationship is falling short of the one you dream of, this may be the therapy for you. Not only is it possible but you don’t have to work harder than you already are. Here is how we can help make that dream a reality. Understanding the Challenges Does this sound familiar?
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Firstly, let’s acknowledge that I write this as a cisgender person and all conversations centering on a community are more authentic powerful when they are held by community members. It can be harmful to create dialogue about people when you don’t have lived experience. So, bow to those that do. What does the word ally
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Build the relationship you dream of in a matter of days… Does that sound impossible? It did to me at first, too, but now I know different When I first discovered this delivery of Couples Therapy, I remember thinking, “Wow, that is intense!” I also remember thinking, “How can that even work?” Guess what, it
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Happy Coming Out Day !! National Coming out Day, 11th October 2021 https://nationaltoday.com/national-coming-out-day/ In honour of those who have come out, those who haven’t, those who have wanted to but can’t or aren’t safe to (especially you!) For those who have celebrated/thrived/rejoiced in coming out, and those who have feared/lost/hurt in coming out, I wanted
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R U “really OK? Today is National R U OK? Day ! Tracy Proud , founder of Nest Psychotherapy & Counselling assisted NSW Government Our Regional NSW team with some guidance to some very important and some times life saving conversations. https://www.facebook.com/OurRegionalNSW/posts/171675121764860 Responses in full below and please join our Nest Therapists today at 3pm
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Last year Nest founder, Tracy posted her experiences of offering & receiving online therapy, fast forward to 2021, and we have all had a LOT more experience in telehealth delivery and I recently completed the AOTT Level 1 Online Therapy Fundamentals course which has prompted me to share my musings… (https://nestcounselling.com.au/online-phone-therapy-works-in-fact-you-could-end-up-preferring-iti-did/) What is it? There
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