Psych Up!

In this episode of Psych Up, we talk all about being the main character with Veretis psychologist, Elliot. We discuss what it means to be the main character, what to do when we feel like the supporting character and shift our perspective to look into the downsides of 'main character syndrome'.  For more mental health advice and information: Follow us on Instagram @veretis_aus Visit our websit...

Our first Psych Up episode for 2023 is all about prioritising yourself. Listen to Veretis psychologist and managing director Oliver talk about the importance of prioritising yourself, why you may struggle and the ways you can start putting yourself first.  For more mental health advice and information: Follow us on Instagram @veretis_aus Visit our website www.veretis.com.au

With 2023 around the corner this episode of Psych Up is all about the new year and the resolutions we set for ourselves. Listen to Veretis Psychologist and Director, Grant provide his insight into why it's time to ditch the 'new year, new me' mindset  For more mental health advice and information: Follow us on Instagram @veretis_aus Visit our website www.veretis.com.au

With Christmas around the corner, some of you may be finding the anxiety starting to creep in, be from the stress of gift giving to the pressures of being around the family for the holidays. In this episode of Psych up Veretis psychologist Edrei provides helpful strategies to beat this anxiety for a calmer, happier Christmas.  For more mental health advice and information: Follow us on Instagram @...

In our latest episode of Psych Up, we talk all about Invalidation and the ways we can heal from this with Veretis Psychologist Sara.  For more mental health advice and information: Follow us on Instagram @veretis_aus Visit our website www.veretis.com.au

Have you ever wondered why you might crave external validation? how you can hold back the tears when you don't receive it ? or even how to engage in validation yourself ?  Our latest episode of Psych Up answers all these questions and more providing a psychologists perspective to external validation with our managing director Oliver.  For more mental health advice and information: Follow...

Have you ever encountered someone who significantly reduces your emotional energy ? Someone who makes you feel overwhelmed, exhausted or drained in their presence ? If so you may have encountered an energy vampire ! Our latest episode is here to help, providing helpful tips from our psychologists Annie and Grant discussing how to spot and protect yourself from these energy vampires. For more menta...

In episode 62 of Psych Up we talk all about the psychology behind ghosting with Veretis psychologist Sara.  We explore why we ghost, how this impacts mental heath, the ways to cope with being ghosted and the different approaches we can take to avoid ghosting others.  For more mental health advice and information:  Follow us on Instagram @veretis_aus  Visit our website www.veret...

In this episode, we talk emotional control with Veretis Psychologist Mitchell. We explore why we try to control our emotions, how this impacts our health and the techniques to practice emotional control in a healthy and manageable way.  For more mental health advice and information: Follow us on Instagram @veretis_aus Visit our website www.veretis.com.au

In this episode, we talk to Veretis psychologist Oliver about releasing suppressed emotions. We explore where these suppressed emotions go, how we can identify that we are suppressing our emotions, the consequences that may arise and the techniques we can use to emotionally deal with difficult situations.  For more mental health advice and information: Follow us on Instagram @veretis_aus Visi...

In episode 59 of Psych Up! Veretis psychologist Mitch discusses compassion overload, how it poses a threat to an individuals mental health and the strategies to prevent reaching the compassion fatigue stage. ⁠ For more mental health advice and information: Follow us on Instagram @veretis_aus  Visit our website www.veretis.com.au ⁠

In this special edition episode of Psych Up, our Managing Director Oliver speaks to Doctoral Research Fellow, Rose Boyle. Rose is completing her PhD in Criminology and Sociology at the University of Oslo, where they discuss her research focusing on substance abuse disorder treatment in the Norwegian prison system. During her research Rose has conducted ethnographic fieldwork in...

In this episode of Psych Up, we talk to Veretis psychologist, Annie about compassion fatigue. Annie provides deep insight into the warning signs, how she personally overcomes this fatigue and advises the ways we can refind our compassion when experiencing this fatigue.  For more mental health advice and information: Follow us on Instagram @veretis_aus Visit our website www.veretis.com.au

'A story so relevant and real, it has been hailed refreshingly beautiful.' In this episode, we interview a Special guest, Zac Hodge. We interviewed Zac last year where he shared his story with us, expressing his identity crisis, steps he took to confront his crisis and strategies that helped him through his journey. He also introduced his book, 'Come Undone', which has now been published and relea...

‘Be the person who inspires others to be their individual self’ In this episode of Psych Up! Veretis provisional psychologist Rikeya provides insight into individuality and identity, highlighting the importance and impact on ourselves and others. Rikeya also discusses how individuality and identity can be encouraged in the workplace, and what to do if these are not being recognised. For more menta...

In episode 55 of our Psych Up series, Veretis psychologist Mitch explores how we can bring laughter into the workplace, discussing the steps of approaching humour and what employees and leaders can do to encourage laughter in the work environment.  For more mental health advice and information: Follow us on Instagram @veretis_aus Visit our website www.veretis.com.au

In episode 53 of our Psych Up series, Veretis psychologist and former Australian representative Rachel, discusses mental and physical health in sport, exploring the most common risks that arise and the strategies individuals and teams can implement to battle these risks. For more mental health advice and information:  Follow us on Instagram @veretis_aus Visit our website www.veretis.com.au

In episode 54 of our Veretis Psych Up Podcast series, Tiana interviews one of our in house psychologists, Andrew on the topic of everyday laughter. They discuss the importance and benefits of laughter as well as strategies on how to bring laughter into your everyday routine and life. 

In episode 52 of Psych Up! Tiana and Grant discuss signs of an imbalance between mental and physical health, how to balance these areas within a workplace and tips on asking for help.

In Episode 51 of our Psych Up! Series, our Head of Forensic Services, Andrew, is interviewed on the topic of 'Narcissism in the Workplace'. The discussion explores how to navigate narcissism in co-workers and leaders, how narcissistic personality types can affect the workplace, signs and identifiers to look out for, and some general knowledge about Narcissistic Personality Disorder. This intent of...

In episode 50 of our Veretis Psych Up Podcast Series, one of our provisional psychologists, Madi is interviewed on the topic, 'Red Flags of Manipulation'. The discussion covers signs you are being manipulated, the different types of manipulation and how to break free from this manipulation you may be experiencing as well as discussing the other side to manipulation, the manipulator. Madi identifie...

In episode 49 of our Veretis Psych Up Podcast series, one of our provisional psychologists, Rikeya is interviewed on the topic, strength in togetherness. She explores togetherness, how it impacts our mental health, why it is important, the impact COVID has had on togetherness and how to encourage individuals who might feel anxious to reach out and find a sense of belonging and community. 

In this Episode #48 of Psych Up!, clinician Evie talks through what International Women's Day means for women's mental health, and in the context of our March topic of togetherness. International Women's Day is a great time for self reflection and thinking about what gender means to you - as well as how this works together with the society we live in. 

Episode 47 of our Psych Up Podcast series explores the importance of community in the practice of groundedness. Our special guest, Grant Brecht, Head of Clinical and Consulting Services here at Veretis emphasises how community provides a sense of support and connectedness along with purpose and meaning. Individuals are more likely to experience higher levels of anxiety and depressive disorders whe...

In this podcast we explore vulnerability, how it is present in groundedness, the benefits of adopting vulnerability in your life and finally strategies on how to be vulnerable in a beneficial way!