In the sphere of mental health in occupational rehab, the narrative often touches on the profound struggles individuals face when anxiety impedes their professional lives.

This week we share the story of a customer who was able to make significant strides in just 8-weeks.

Read now!

We've all heard about the physical challenges of COVID-19, but what about the ongoing battle that lingers in the shadows?

Our latest blog post delves into the often-overlooked realm of long-COVID and its impact on mental health.

In 2023, 20% of our total referrals were for a primary mental health claim.

We are always looking to do the best we can and that includes collaborating with the experts!

Read this blog for three ways Exercise Physiologists and Psychologists can collaborate!

Have you ever had someone tell you to “go for a walk”, as though it would solve all your problems?

Well, maybe it would… read this week's blog to learn more!

Should we really aim for a stress-free life?

Stress, often seen as a foe, actually holds incredible potential for growth, motivation, and creativity. In the right dose…

Join us as we uncover the untapped power of stress in this week's blog!

In a world where the pressures of life can often outweigh our capacity to cope, mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and burnout have sadly become increasingly common.

It's not unusual for us to meet individuals who've had to step back from work due to these challenges.

This was exactly the case for “John”. Check out this weeks article to read his story.

If you’ve had a report from us before, you may have seen the term “parasympathetic strategies”…

So what are they? And why do we recommend them?

Unveil the secrets of transitioning from stress to serenity, and learn how these techniques can improve your mental health and overall well-being, in this week's blog!

By now, you're probably familiar with our passion for heart rate variability (HRV) and in particular, its role in managing fatigue.

But we believe that HRV holds potential beyond fatigue management.

Check out this week's blog to hear about what science is saying about HRV in the mental health space!

Feeling the winter blues? You're not alone.

It’s not just a social phenomenon though… It's a biological one!

Unlock the science behind the winter blues and learn effective strategies to combat them in our latest blog post.

Check it out now!

We all know the big benefits of exercise, we’ve heard them all before. But what if we told you that exercise offers additional benefits...

Benefits that could deem your afternoon coffee forfeit, help you nail your next project at work, or even enable you to finally stick to that morning routine you’ve been striving for?

That’s exactly what we’re looking to do in this week's blog. Read it now for a fresh dose of inspiration!

Have you ever experienced the psychological implications of chronic pain?

In part two of our 'Breaking the Chains of Chronic Pain series', we explore some of the psychological benefits of exercise we see when working in the chronic pain space.

Discover how it can help reduce fear, stress, and uncertainty around pain, and empower your customers to take an active role in their pain management.

Social interaction is a critical aspect of mental health and well-being, but in today's fast-paced world, it's easy to feel isolated and disconnected.

At Specialised Health, we integrate social interaction into our exercise physiology programs to promote better mental health outcomes.

Learn more about the benefits of social connection in our latest blog post.

Worried about the struggles employees face after a mental health claim? Our latest blog has the answers!

Discover "Creating Supportive Workplaces: How to Help Employees Thrive After a Mental Health Claim."

Join us in the mission to make mental health a top priority in the workplace!

If you’ve worked with us before, you may have come across breathwork in your claimants reports and email updates.

You may have wondered how something as basic as breathing, is going to help with their recovery.

This article answers it all! Presenting the science that shows that it really does make a difference, and our favourite breathing strategy that anyone can use to get started.

As humans we are susceptible to the lure of a quick fix...

But we strongly believe that some things just can’t be replaced - physical activity being one of those things!

Check out this week's article for the research-deemed “irrefutable” benefits of physical activity. (Most of which cannot be replicated by a pill!

Can you imagine having so much stress in your workplace that you chose to resign in order to save your own mental health?

This was the case for Cathy (*name changed for privacy), a busy mother who eventually reached her limits at work.

This case study demonstrates the value of effective routines, energy management, and self care… And uses our favourite tool, HRV, to achieve just that!

“Stress” is something that we have all experienced first hand, but do we really know what stress is?

More importantly, do we know what stress is doing to our mind and bodies?

And if we did, would it change the way we choose to manage it?

Welcome back to our trusty friend, heart rate variability.

Jason* was referred to Exercise Physiologist Georgia for support as he made the brave step towards re-entering the workforce after 20 years experiencing the debilitating symptoms of PTSD.

The pursuit of happiness, a multi-billion dollar industry... But what about the science of happiness? Four research-based habits of happy people!

We asked the team: What are the clues that indicate that it's time to engage a psychologist on a file?