Stress

• Inability to concentrate
• Constant worrying or racing thoughts
• Irritability and quick to anger
• Feeling lonely, unhappy or isolated
• Rapid heartbeat, nausea
• Inability to relax or wind down
• Changes to appetite or sleep
• Changes to sex drive
• Substance use or abuse
• Nervous tics and behaviours
• Feeling overwhelmed.

Stress can be triggered by a wide range of life experiences or internal pressures, including:

• Work demands, job insecurity or burnout
• Financial pressures
• Relationship difficulties or family conflict
• Major life changes
• Ongoing health issues or caregiving responsibilities
• Study or academic pressure
• Perfectionism or high self-expectations
• Lack of support or feelings of isolation

Stress often builds over time when multiple pressures accumulate, especially if you don’t have the space or support to decompress.

While therapy is often key in addressing the root causes of stress, there are several self-care strategies that can support your wellbeing:

• Practise mindfulness or deep breathing exercises to ground yourself
• Build regular physical activity into your week
• Set boundaries around work, technology, and personal time
• Stay connected with supportive people
• Prioritise rest and sleep where possible
• Reduce or avoid alcohol, caffeine, and other stimulants
• Engage in hobbies or activities that bring you calm or joy
• Break tasks into manageable steps to reduce overwhelm
• Seek professional help when stress begins to affect your daily life

At Seed Psychology, we understand that stress can feel all-consuming—and that no two people experience it in the same way. Our compassionate psychologists will take the time to understand what’s contributing to your stress and how it’s impacting your life.
We draw on evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-based therapies to help you:

• Identify unhelpful thought patterns and stress triggers
• Develop healthy coping strategies and emotional regulation skills
• Improve your ability to manage pressure and make empowered choices
• Reconnect with your values, goals, and sense of self
• Create sustainable change that supports long-term wellbeing

Whether you’re feeling burnt out, stuck in a cycle of overwhelm, or just not quite yourself, you don’t have to go through it alone.

Connect with us to book an appointment with a psychologist in our Brunswick clinic or via telehealth Australia-wide.