THIS WAY UP

27/08/2026

THIS WAY UP's Clinical Director, Dr Mike Millard, shares 3 simple tips on how to get the most out of your treatment program - from making time for practice to staying motivated when times are tough.

21/08/2026

We often talk about the warning signs of mental health difficulties, but it's just as important to recognise the signs that you're starting to feel better.

Recovery from mental health difficulties doesn't mean feeling happy all the time. It can often involve gradual changes, where you notice you’re responding differently to life's challenges, and starting to feel more like yourself.

Recovery is non-linear and it’s ok to experience ups and downs along the way.

Here are 5 signs you're building healthy skills for your mental health.

Take care 💛

20/08/2026

It’s easy to think about mental health in terms of what’s going wrong - symptoms, stress, anxiety, low mood, burnout.

But what about the other side of the picture? What does good mental health actually look like?

We were pleased to be included as one of the expert voices in The Sydney Morning Herald's recent article exploring six signs of good mental health.

One thing we particularly value in this conversation is the reminder that good mental health doesn’t mean feeling positive all the time.

Good mental health is about having the skills and flexibility to navigate life as it comes - including the difficult bits.

That might mean:
→ being able to recognise and respond to your emotions
→ maintaining meaningful connections with others
→ adapting when things don’t go to plan
→ treating yourself with compassion
→ asking for help when you need it
→ continuing to do things that matter to you, even when life feels challenging.

Read the full article and tips by THIS WAY UP's Katie Dobinson here. If you're curious about how you've been feeling lately, our free Wellbeing Test can help you better understand symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression, and explore support options that may be right for you. Find it in the comments below 👇

Experts share the habits and signs that your mental wellbeing is thriving.

14/08/2026

Ever read something and think, "that makes complete sense"- but then struggle to apply it when you need it most?

That's because understanding a skill and using a skill are two different things.

Learning about CBT can help you recognise unhelpful patterns in your thoughts and behaviours. But real change happens when you begin putting those skills into practice in everyday life.

Our CBT treatment programs can help you build more motivation to shift from the ‘learning’ to the ‘doing’ stage – get started today!

05/08/2026

Starting a digital mental health treatment program can feel like a big step. So, if you've signed up to do a THIS WAY UP program, congrats, you've already done one of the hardest parts!

Learning skills to improve your mental health are much like any other skill: the more you use them, the stronger they become.

To get the most out of your program, scroll through to remember these three simple tips....

24/07/2026

Sometimes perfectionism makes us get stuck in 'all or nothing' thinking.

For example:
❌ If it won’t be perfect, it’s rubbish
❌ If you can’t do it perfectly, you might as well not do it
❌ If one thing went wrong, the whole thing has failed

This kind of thinking can make life more difficult as even small tasks can feel overwhelming.

The good news is that all-or-nothing thinking is a habit. As habits are learned, they can also be unlearned.

If perfectionism feeds on extremes, flexibility lives in the middle - and that’s usually where progress happens.

Here are 5 small ways to get unstuck today. Take care 💛

21/07/2026

Many of us strive to do our best, but when we set unrealistically high standards for ourselves, they can leave us feeling stressed, anxious, or inadequate.

Learning to think more flexibly can help you step away from the pitfalls of perfectionism and respond to life's challenges with greater balance and self-compassion.

Here's how....

Dispelling myths about perfectionism, and investigate how Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and self-acceptance can help.

17/07/2026

Perfectionism and procrastination often go hand in hand.

When we put pressure on ourselves to do something perfectly, getting started can feel paralysing or overwhelming.

The result? We delay the task, feel guilty about putting it off, and the pressure only grows.

Here are a few ways to help break the cycle.

Take care 💛

10/07/2026

Perfectionism can seem like a strength, but having unrealistically high standards can often fuel anxiety, procrastination, and self-criticism.

When every task has to be done perfectly, it can become harder to start, finish, or feel satisfied with what you've achieved. One of the most powerful shifts can be learning that “good enough” is often enough.

Here are a few ways to practise letting go of perfection ☑️☑️☑️

Just a reminder, many of our programs explore practical ways to manage anxiety and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns. Explore our evidence-based online programs today….

03/07/2026

This month we are encouraging you to challenge your perfectionistic thoughts!

Perfectionism often shows up as rigid, all-or-nothing thinking.

In our programs, we encourage people to practise flexible thinking by noticing unhelpful or unrealistic thoughts and considering alternative perspectives.

Practise questioning whether these common perfectionistic thoughts are actually realistic or helpful ways of thinking…

Take care 💛