Jodie Brenton is the Director and CEO of Life Resolutions

Introducing Jodie Brenton Life Resolutions

Jodie Brenton is the Director and CEO of Life Resolutions. Jodie has devoted over 20 years to helping Australians achieve improved mental health and well-being through her business offering…

Looking for mental health support in Melbourne as part of your NDIS plan? Life Resolutions are proud to support our fellow Australians with their mental health under the National Disability Insurance Scheme. As NDIS psychologists and therapists, we offer tailored assistance to NDIS participants and those supporting them.…

Tackling mental health concerns isn’t an easy discussion to have, especially if you are unsure who you can talk to for help. Sometimes, even our friends, family, and peers aren’t the ones who are ready to give us the support we need. Unfortunately, sometimes even those we are close to still attach stigma, judgment, and prejudice to the idea of mental health…

Life Resolutions Essendon, we aim to provide the kind of environment you need, that is safe and comfortable enough for you to open up and share with our psychologists. Likewise, our team will use the insight you’ve provided to formulate a plan that works for you. We use a variety of…

Tackling mental health concerns isn’t an easy discussion to have, especially if you are unsure who you can talk to for help. Sometimes, even our friends, family, and peers aren’t the ones who are ready to give us the support we need. Unfortunately, sometimes even those we are close to still attach stigma, judgment, and prejudice to the idea of mental health…

Grounding techniques help bring you back into the present moment. Being present can help decrease stress and anxiety responses in your body. Mindfulness techniques are used by psychologists all over Australia. Our Director, Jodie Brenton alongside our team of psychologists work to made information on mindfulness easily accessible by the Australian public.

Life Resolutions Psychologist Mary Magalotti shares some helpful…

Imagine you’re going for your dream job. You walk into the interview room and realise it is a group interview. Your heart sinks. You’ve been working towards this position your whole career. You are exceptionally trained for the role, but you actually don’t realise that. You sit down, feeling shy and self-conscious. You start to compare yourself to your competitors, thinking up reasons why they’re better than you. You tell yourself you don’t stand a chance now.

The interview begins,…

It is said that true love never runs smoothly. No relationship is perfect, and both parties must put in the work to keep the relationship strong, happy and healthy.

However, in modern times, too often, we turn our backs on a loving relationship rather than face the adversity and find our way back to one another. Here at Life Resolutions, we believe in mending connections rather than discarding them. Sometimes, all a couple needs is the assistance of a psychologist, who can act as an…

Mary Magalotti and Jodie Brenton, the CEO and Director of Life Resolutions

, shared the same vision of making mental healthcare more accessible for all Australians, irrespective of location, background, age or financial status. Mary understands that improving the accessibility of mental health services is vital in improving the overall psychological well-being of all Australians. This understanding reflects the core mission of…

Life Resolutions On Understanding Family Matters

No family is without its fair share of issues and disagreements; this is part of the family dynamic. Especially during lockdown, when families are cooped up together under one roof, having to work and study from home, with all the added stress and pressure associated with living through a pandemic. Thus, it is no surprise that many families are experiencing an increase in disagreements and problems during this time.

In most…

Mary Magalotti- Anxiety In Children

Just like adults, children can experience anxiety. The Australian Government reported that in 2015, 6.9% of Australians aged 4-17 experienced an anxiety disorder. Therefore, if you believe that your child may be suffering from anxiety, it is essential to remember that you are not alone. Anxiety is an extremely prevalent mental illness, especially in children, and there is help out there.

Life Resolutions On The Symptoms Of…

Mary Magalotti and Jodie Brenton, the CEO and Director of Life Resolutions

, shared the same vision of making mental healthcare more accessible for all Australians, irrespective of location, background, age or financial status. Mary understands that improving the accessibility of mental health services is vital in improving the overall psychological well-being of all Australians. This understanding reflects the core mission of…

When people become addicted to a substance or activity, it often results from the need or wish to reduce emotional stress and physical pain. Many people are familiar with common addictions such as alcohol dependency or drug abuse, but other addictions include shopping, internet use, gambling, sex or pornography.

In general, people have habit-forming tendencies to a certain degree – but some people are more susceptible to addiction, which can often be due to contact with an environment…

The Effects Of COVID-19 On The Mental Health Of Australians

This year has seen a substantial rise in the demand for mental health support through both online help services and psychology clinics, showing that the year 2020 is severely grinding on the mental well-being of Australians and people across the world. The Black Dog Institute identified large increases in the prevalence of depression, anxiety, financial stress, panic, confusion and anger due to the pandemic, with certain…

Mary Magalotti and Jodie Brenton, the CEO and Director of Life Resolutions

, shared the same vision of making mental healthcare more accessible for all Australians, irrespective of location, background, age or financial status. Mary understands that improving the accessibility of mental health services is vital in improving the overall psychological well-being of all Australians. This understanding reflects the core mission of…

Mary Magalotti and Jodie Brenton, the CEO and Director of Life Resolutions

, shared the same vision of making mental healthcare more accessible for all Australians, irrespective of location, background, age or financial status. Mary understands that improving the accessibility of mental health services is vital in improving the overall psychological well-being of all Australians. This understanding reflects the core mission of Life Resolutions; To improve the emotional well-being of our…

Do you feel like you do not deserve to be where you are in life? Do you feel that you are not experienced or qualified enough to be in your job? Do you feel like you don’t deserve to be with your partner or to have certain friends? Well, you may be dealing with Imposter Syndrome, and this is not as uncommon as you may believe.

Imposter Syndrome

Imposter Syndrome is described as the psychological experience of believing that you do not deserve your success. While Imposter Syndrome…

Working From Home With Mary Magalotti

COVID-19 has resulted in fundamental changes to the lives of people in Australia and around the world. People have been forced to work from home, while still facing many other challenges from the pandemic, including homeschooling, increased anxiety, job insecurity, loneliness, and more. Therefore, it is imperative that you are able to prioritise caring for your mental wellbeing to ensure you get through these difficult times. Creating boundaries…

Mary Magalotti and Jodie Brenton, the CEO and Director of Life Resolutions

, shared the same vision of making mental healthcare more accessible for all Australians, irrespective of location, background, age or financial status. Mary understands that improving the accessibility of mental health services is vital in improving the overall psychological well-being of all Australians. This understanding reflects the core mission of…

The National Disability Insurance Scheme, or NDIS, is a way of funding care and support for Australians living with disabilities. NDIS helps participants access everything from health services to community support — the NDIS is designed to be an all-encompassing funding provider for those with a disability.

Of course, mental health support is a crucial part of good health and wellness — and those with a disability are more likely to struggle with mental illness. They are also less…