The Psychology Sisters

In this podcast, the hosts discuss the concept of Good Girl Syndrome and how it affects women. They explore the societal pressures to be likable, the conflict between social connection and authenticity, and the formation of the syndrome through nature versus nurture. They also touch on the challenges of breaking free from people pleasing behavior and highlight the importance of self-reflection and self-compassion.

Hellooooooooooooooooooo lovely listeners!We are back with the marvellous Maddie to talk about all of the problems with problem solving. Problems create tension within us that we often want to get rid of as quickly as possible. What makes some people better at problem solving than others?How do we get better at solving problems?Listen to find out!We hope you enjoy this episode,Aimee, Kat and MaddieYou can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you know we have online appointments available with our amazing therapists Lisa or Maddie. Learn more here https://thepsychcollaborative.com.au The Thriving Therapists: To connect with a safe and supportive community of like-minded therapists, head to our Thriving Therapists Facebook group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/224252457083630/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvFOr find us on our Instagram: https://instagram.com/thethrivingtherapists?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==The Psychology Sisters Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychologysisters/?hl=enThe Psych Collaborative instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychcollaborative/?hl=enPlease note: this episode is for informational purposes only and does not replace personalised psychological advice.

Hello lovely listeners,Join us for something a little bit different and a little bit fun this week!This is a question we get often and we wanted to open up about what it's like being psych's. We go into our own professional experience on the world of psych to answer a lovely listener question. We so appreciate everyone that writes in to ask us questions and give us podcast requests! We hope you enjoy this episode,Aimee + KatYou can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you know we have online appointments available with our amazing therapists Lisa or Maddie. Learn more here https://thepsychcollaborative.com.au The Thriving Therapists: To connect with a safe and supportive community of like-minded therapists, head to our Thriving Therapists Facebook group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/224252457083630/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvFOr find us on our Instagram: https://instagram.com/thethrivingtherapists?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==The Psychology Sisters Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychologysisters/?hl=enThe Psych Collaborative instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychcollaborative/?hl=enPlease note: this episode is for informational purposes only and does not replace personalised psychological advice.

Howdy howdy listeners! Welcome back to another episode in which we are talking all things self-esteem.How you feel about yourself impacts how you live your life. We get a lot of messages that we should be working on our self-esteem, yet we are also told that it is arrogant to think to highly of ourselves - so which one is it? Where is the line? Join us as we unpack the conflicting messages around self-esteem, narcissism and what it all means.We hope you enjoy,Aimee + KatYou can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you know we have online appointments available with our amazing therapists Lisa or Maddie. Learn more here https://thepsychcollaborative.com.au The Thriving Therapists: To connect with a safe and supportive community of like-minded therapists, head to our Thriving Therapists Facebook group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/224252457083630/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvFOr find us on our Instagram: https://instagram.com/thethrivingtherapists?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==The Psychology Sisters Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychologysisters/?hl=enThe Psych Collaborative instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychcollaborative/?hl=enPlease note: this episode is for informational purposes only and does not replace personalised psychological advice.

Hello hello!We are back in your ears to talk about when to go to therapy.This is a question we get often and we wanted to chat about the blockages and thought traps that can hinder us from accessing support. We discuss where to start and what to ask if you're sitting on the fence. We also talk about what to expect when starting this process and wholeheartedly acknowledge how daunting and scary it can be.We hope you enjoy this episode,Aimee + Kat You can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you know we have online appointments available with our amazing therapists Lisa or Maddie. Learn more here https://thepsychcollaborative.com.au The Thriving Therapists: To connect with a safe and supportive community of like-minded therapists, head to our Thriving Therapists Facebook group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/224252457083630/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvFOr find us on our Instagram: https://instagram.com/thethrivingtherapists?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==The Psychology Sisters Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychologysisters/?hl=enThe Psych Collaborative instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychcollaborative/?hl=enPlease note: this episode is for informational purposes only and does not replace personalised psychological advice.

Good Morning lovely listeners!The wonderful Maddie is joining us this week for an episode on attachment styles + dating.We do recommend also listening to our first episode on Attachment: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/attachment-theory-can-our-childhood-impact-on-dating/id1463750699?i=1000439908613 Attachment theory is the term given to our internal template which determines how we love,  our capacity to feel safe, trust and have confidence in our relationships and the world around us. We dive into: - What is attachment theory? - Attachment in relation to childhood- Brief overview of the four styles - Pop psychology misconceptions - Adult attachment and how it impacts dating We hope you love this episode, Aimee, Maddie + Kat Helpful resourcesThe Power of Attachment. How to Create Deep and Lasting Intimate Relationships By: Diane Poole HellerAdult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents by Dr. Lindsay GibsonHold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love by Sue JohnsonYou can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you know we have online appointments available with our amazing therapists Lisa or Maddie. Learn more here https://thepsychcollaborative.com.au The Thriving Therapists: To connect with a safe and supportive community of like-minded therapists, head to our Thriving Therapists Facebook group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/224252457083630/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvFOr find us on our Instagram: https://instagram.com/thethrivingtherapists?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==The Psychology Sisters Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychologysisters/?hl=enThe Psych Collaborative instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychcollaborative/?hl=enPlease note: this episode is for informational purposes only and does not replace personalised psychological advice.

Howdy friends!This episode hit us in the feels, big time!Why do friendships change? We feel that this is such an under discussed topic which has such a profound impact on our well-being.Join us as we discuss the painful reality of changing friendships! We discuss the experience of grief that accompanies changing friendships. The voluntary nature of friendship makes it subject to life’s ebbs and flows in a way that more formal relationships aren’t. Natural maturation: In adulthood we pour time and energy into jobs, marriage and families. Friendships change over time because we evolve and change over time, our sense of self also changes and so do our needs. -This is where we will tend to see uneven balance of “friendship investments” -I also think this is where we may tend to see shifts in ourselves for what we are willing to tolerate – as we mature we tend to be better at setting boundaries etc -Learned loneliness: we have adapted to being disconnected and people are not putting themselves out there as much – we have habituated to being more alone. Vulnerability – vulnerability creates friendships, and it sustains them. Attachment injury and our internal maps create stories of how we love and relate to people. So it’s not that people who are securely attached never struggle with relationships, it’s that their perception of relationships is optimistic as opposed to negative or unsafe – people who are secure essentially assume that their friends like them because they have learnt that they can address problems with safe responses. Close adult friendships are so important to our sense of self and this requires a special kind of nurturance. We hope you LOVE this episode!Kat+ AimeeReflection Questions: 1. What doesn't feel okay for me in this situation? 2. What is the assumption I have around this? 3. Where in my body am I noticing sensations coming up? 4. If I dig deeper, what might I be afraid to be honest about? 5. What does this say about me? 6. What other reasons could be the case?6 -week anxiety course:coming-home-how-to-care-for-anxiety.teachable.com/p/coming-home-how-to-care-for-anxietyOur Online Psychology practice:https://thepsychcollaborative.com.auThe Psychology Sisters InstagramYou can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you know we have online appointments available with our amazing therapists Lisa or Maddie. Learn more here https://thepsychcollaborative.com.au The Thriving Therapists: To connect with a safe and supportive community of like-minded therapists, head to our Thriving Therapists Facebook group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/224252457083630/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvFOr find us on our Instagram: https://instagram.com/thethrivingtherapists?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==The Psychology Sisters Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychologysisters/?hl=enThe Psych Collaborative instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychcollaborative/?hl=enPlease note: this episode is for informational purposes only and does not replace personalised psychological advice.

Howdy howdy from Aimee, Kat and Maddie!Welcome back to another episode in which we are talking all things Imposter Syndrome. Are we all just faking it?!Impostor syndrome (IS) is a psychological phenomenon in which you feel like you don’t deserve your accomplishments, like you don’t belong, don’t deserve your success, or are “out of place.” You feel constantly worried others will expose you as a fraud and that you have to work harder to mask your underlying inadequacy. This episode was so wonderful as we share our clinical views on IS to help you understand it's function and how to start owning your success. We recommend starting with our first episode on IS here:https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/feel-like-a-fraud-join-the-club/id1463750699?i=1000450026264 We hope you enjoy!A, K, M xHelpful resources 6 -week anxiety course:coming-home-how-to-care-for-anxiety.teachable.com/p/coming-home-how-to-care-for-anxietyOur Online Psychology practice:https://thepsychcollaborative.com.auThe Psychology Sisters Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thepsychologysisters/?hl=enThe Psych Collaborative instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychcollaborative/?hl=enPlease note: this episode is for informational purposes only and does not replace personalised psychological advice.You can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you know we have online appointments available with our amazing therapists Lisa or Maddie. Learn more here https://thepsychcollaborative.com.au The Thriving Therapists: To connect with a safe and supportive community of like-minded therapists, head to our Thriving Therapists Facebook group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/224252457083630/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvFOr find us on our Instagram: https://instagram.com/thethrivingtherapists?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==The Psychology Sisters Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychologysisters/?hl=enThe Psych Collaborative instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychcollaborative/?hl=enPlease note: this episode is for informational purposes only and does not replace personalised psychological advice.

Hello hello!!This week we celebrate hitting 1 million downloads and we can't thank you all enough for your continued support!Kat shares an unfortunate series of events that involves foot fungi and an infamous face towel. Aimee shares the effects of a slow morning and a little too much coffee!Join us as we sit down to talk about the trials and tribulations of modern dating!We chat about the following dilemmas:-  Self-worth when it comes to dating - The impact of online dating - What dating in your early 20s is like Vs later stages - Losing trust in people and losing trust in your own decision making when it comes to the "right person". - A new generation and trendy nicknames for behaviour that doesn't fly in 2023!- Singlism and the stigma associated with being single  We hope you LOVE this episode!Kat+ Aimee6 -week anxiety course:coming-home-how-to-care-for-anxiety.teachable.com/p/coming-home-how-to-care-for-anxietyOur online Psychology practice:https://thepsychcollaborative.com.auThe Psychology Sisters Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thepsychologysisters/?hl=enThe Psych Collaborative instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychcollaborative/Please note: this episode is for informational purposes only and does not replace personalised psychological advice.You can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you know we have online appointments available with our amazing therapists Lisa or Maddie. Learn more here https://thepsychcollaborative.com.au The Thriving Therapists: To connect with a safe and supportive community of like-minded therapists, head to our Thriving Therapists Facebook group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/224252457083630/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvFOr find us on our Instagram: https://instagram.com/thethrivingtherapists?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==The Psychology Sisters Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychologysisters/?hl=enThe Psych Collaborative instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychcollaborative/?hl=enPlease note: this episode is for informational purposes only and does not replace personalised psychological advice.

Guest Maddie, an expert in intergenerational trauma, discusses the impact of intergenerational trauma on indigenous and first nations communities, how it develops, and strategies to work through it.