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Storm clouds over the ocean, symbolising the heaviness and intensity often felt during depression, with a glimpse of light on the horizon suggesting hope and change.
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Therapy for Depression in Varsity Lakes

Depression can affect how we feel, think, and live. At Hennessy Clinical Psychology in Varsity Lakes, evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, and mindfulness offer support for moving toward a more workable and meaningful life.

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Psychology and chronic pain | Cartoon image of David the Psychologist in a paisley shirt, sitting with a client and taking notes in session about chronic pain.
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Psychology and Chronic Pain

Chronic pain affects far more than the body. Modern pain science shows that emotions, nervous system regulation, behaviour, and social context all influence how pain is experienced. This article explains how evidence-based psychological therapy can help people manage persistent pain, improve functioning, and reconnect with meaningful parts of life.

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Adult ADHD | Cartoon image of a worried woman overwhelmed by tasks and distractions, speaking to David the Psychologist in a therapy setting at Hennessy Clinical Psychology, Varsity Lakes.
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Adult ADHD & Psychology

Adult ADHD is more than just forgetfulness or distraction. Learn how it presents in adults, what supports are available, and how to move toward understanding and change.

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Cartoon image of David the Psychologist, who is bald and wearing a colourful paisley shirt, sitting in a therapy chair with an open book. A sign beside him lists adult ADHD insights including undiagnosed or subthreshold childhood symptoms, burnout, high allostatic load, long term stress, and nervous system overwhelm. The image includes subtle text reading David the Psychologist @hennessyclinical_psychology.
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Adult ADHD | What is Adult ADHD?

Adult ADHD often goes unnoticed in childhood and can feel similar to trauma, burnout, or chronic overwhelm. This post explores what adult ADHD is, why it is often missed, and how evidence based treatment can genuinely help.

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Cartoon illustration of David the Psychologist, a bald man wearing a bright orange paisley shirt and glasses, sitting with a smiling brain character that has a bandage on its head. They appear in a therapy session, symbolising psychological support and recovery after an acquired brain injury. Text reads David the Psychologist at hennessyclinicalpsychology.
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  ABI and Psychology

Psychological support is essential in adjusting to life after an Acquired Brain Injury. This article explores how therapy helps people navigate identity changes, emotional challenges, and meaningful recovery.

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Cartoon illustration of a bald psychologist in glasses and a green paisley shirt standing next to a presentation board titled “Psychology & Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)”.
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Psychology & FND

Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) causes real and often distressing neurological symptoms despite no structural damage showing on scans. This post explores how psychologists support recovery using evidence-based therapy, emotional regulation, and trauma-informed, multidisciplinary care.

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Cartoon of psychologist David Hennessy wearing a colourful paisley shirt and a bead bracelet with one red bead and one green bead. He is standing beside a whiteboard with the words Functional Neurological Disorder and a simple brain diagram.
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What is FND?

A supportive and evidence informed explanation of Functional Neurological Disorder including symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and current best practice treatment. This post offers a calm and practical overview to help people feel understood and guided in their next steps toward recovery.

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