In this interview, Morgan Psychology Director Dr Bronny Raykos speaks to Dr Andrew Sheridan, a Clinical Psychologist and Neuropsychologist who is Director of Kirwan Clinic in Western Australia. Andrews specialises in assessment and support for people who are neurodivergent, including autism and ADHD. Andrew discusses what neurodivergence is, the three types of neurodivergent profiles, how […]
When I was younger, I was obsessed with sport — especially tennis. It was my world. Tennis is also a relatively “easy” sport for a parent to support: your child needs good tennis shoes, a racquet (that’s the expensive bit), a bag, sunscreen and hat, transport to matches and a sideline seat where you can […]
In this video interview, Dr Bronwyn Raykos (Clinical Psychologist and Director of Morgan Psychology) speaks with Western Australian-based body image advocate and national speaker Asha Holland. Together, we explore:
Sometimes, among the most complex problems, the most impactful move is to find the simplest next step. In mental health—and particularly in eating disorder treatment—we often assume that the more complicated the problem, the more elaborate the solution must be. We lean into complex case formulations, intensive protocols, and comprehensive service delivery models. Yet over […]
Some of us don’t fit easily into categories. We are clinicians — yes — but we also carry histories that echo those we treat. That doesn’t make us confused or compromised. It makes us careful. What do we lose when we assume lived experience only sits on one side of the room? I’ve never shared […]
The Story Behind Our Eating Disorder Recovery Hugs Kits One thing I want to emphasize about eating disorder recovery is this: we need less talk, more action. Less intellectualizing, more grounding. Eating disorders are often surrounded by an aura of complexity and seriousness. While that’s true, it can also unintentionally reinforce the idea that someone […]
I can almost see the pitchforks raised and the outrage brewing, but I have to say this loudly and unapologetically: I cannot deliver cognitive behavioural therapy for eating disorders (CBT-ED) without weekly therapeutic weighing. I’m not just talking about clients needing to regain weight but all of them—regardless of where they sit on the weight […]
It’s frustrating, but all too familiar. Every diet, every weight loss and exercise “revolution” will walk briskly towards my therapy room, open the door (without knocking), and take a seat. Usually at some pivotal point, when recovery is still a delicate dance. The latest fad will dial up the volume of the eating disorder voice […]
