The Healthy Mind.

Evidence-based mental health resources.

Learning to Speak Up: Assertive Communication
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

Learning to Speak Up: Assertive Communication

You can speak up without being harsh. Assertiveness is the sweet spot between silence and shouting, a way to honour your needs while still valuing the person in front of you.

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Stop Looking for Motivation, Start Building Momentum
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

Stop Looking for Motivation, Start Building Momentum

Motivation is a feeling. Momentum is a habit. When you shrink the task and take that first small step, you shift everything. Progress begins the moment you stop waiting.

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Am I Depressed or Just Tired? Signs, Causes & What to Do
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

Am I Depressed or Just Tired? Signs, Causes & What to Do

Feeling tired of life does not always mean you are depressed, but it does deserve care. Learn the difference between depression, burnout, grief and emotional exhaustion, and when to seek help

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Explaining Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

Explaining Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is more than just a need for cleanliness or order; it's a cycle of intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviours that can be overwhelming.

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The Science Behind Gratitude
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

The Science Behind Gratitude

Gratitude doesn’t cancel out pain, but it can coexist with it. And it can shift how we relate to it.

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Why Do I Feel Anxious for No Reason?
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

Why Do I Feel Anxious for No Reason?

Do you ever feel like your emotions are running the show, snapping, spiralling, or shutting down before you even realise it? You’re not the only one. Here are a few simple, science-backed tools to help you regulate your emotions and feel more like yourself again.

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Understanding Procrastination: Stop Delaying, Start Doing
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

Understanding Procrastination: Stop Delaying, Start Doing

Why do you put things off, even when you know they matter? Procrastination isn’t about laziness, block it’s about avoiding discomfort, but the secret to overcoming it is simpler than you think.

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Why You Still Feel Like a Failure (Even When You're Not)
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

Why You Still Feel Like a Failure (Even When You're Not)

No achievement will ever feel like enough if you believe you are not enough. The failure schema distorts reality, making success feel hollow, breaking free starts with changing how you see yourself, not how much you accomplish.

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Why Your Brain Won’t Switch Off at Night
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

Why Your Brain Won’t Switch Off at Night

Struggling with racing thoughts at night? Learn why your brain won’t switch off, how stress and rumination affect sleep, and practical ways to calm your nervous system before bed.

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Expanding Your Window of Tolerance
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

Expanding Your Window of Tolerance

Your window of tolerance is the zone where your brain and body can handle stress in a balanced way. When life’s pressures push you outside that window, you either go into overdrive (feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or reactive) or shut down (feeling numb, disconnected, or frozen).

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It’s Time to Tell Someone
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

It’s Time to Tell Someone

You’ve carried it in silence for so long, it’s started to feel like part of you. But there’s a sacred kind of courage in whispering, “Can I tell you something?” Not to everyone, just to someone safe. Because healing often begins with one brave, honest sentence.

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The Five Stages of Grief
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

The Five Stages of Grief

The truth is, you don’t move on from grief—you learn to move forward with it. Explore the five stages of grief and discover how to navigate them with hope and healing.

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Why Every Man Needs a Band of Brothers
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

Why Every Man Needs a Band of Brothers

Somewhere along the line, we sold men a lie. That strength looks like silence. That being a “real man” means handling it yourself. That emotions make you weak, and asking for help is your last resort. But science, and real life, tell us a different story.

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What is Schema Therapy?
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

What is Schema Therapy?

Schemas act as the lenses through which we perceive the world, shaping how we interpret events and interactions. It’s like fine-tuning a camera’s focus; when the image sharpens, your reality becomes clearer.

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The Science Behind Forgiveness
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

The Science Behind Forgiveness

Forgiveness isn't just a moral ideal—it's a science-backed tool for healing. Studies show that when we forgive, our brains release stress-reducing chemicals like oxytocin, lowering blood pressure and improving mental health

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It Only Takes a Glimmer: Healing in the Smallest Moments
Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist Sabrina Peters | Registered Psychologist

It Only Takes a Glimmer: Healing in the Smallest Moments

You’ve probably heard of triggers, those moments that send your body into fight, flight, or freeze. But have you heard of glimmers? Because if triggers are what activate your survival system, glimmers are what awaken your sense of safety.

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Feeling overhwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained?

You’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. Maybe you’re feeling anxious, flat, or emotionally exhausted. Maybe life feels heavier than usual, like you're just going through the motions, trying to keep it all together. Whether you're navigating low mood, burnout, relationship challenges, or just feeling stuck in a season you can't quite name, you don’t have to carry it by yourself.

Therapy is a space for you, to pause, reflect, and gently unpack what’s going on beneath the surface. It’s not about having all the answers or fixing everything overnight. It’s about feeling seen and supported as you take meaningful steps toward healing, clarity, and renewed hope.

In this space, your story matters. Your voice matters. And you’ll be met with compassion, not judgment. When you're ready, I'm here to walk alongside you.

“What mental health needs is more sunlight, more candour, and more unashamed conversation.”

“What mental health needs is more sunlight, more candour, and more unashamed conversation.”

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About Sabrina

Sabrina is a registered psychologist with a warm demeanour and an empathetic approach dedicated
to supporting individuals, couples and families. With an extensive background in people care, Sabrina brings a blend of compassion and competency to the therapy room and the online space.

Based in Brisbane, Queensland, Sabrina offers face-to-face appointments or Telehealth.
To make an appointment click here or call M1 Psychology Loganholme on (07) 3067 9129.