Okay, so today I decided to look into “inner west psychology,” and honestly, it started as a bit of a personal quest. I’ve been feeling a little off lately, you know, just that general blah feeling, and I live in the Inner West, so it seemed like a good place to start.
My Starting Point
First, I simply googled “inner west psychology”. It was pretty overwhelming! So many options popped up. I quickly realised I needed to be more specific about what I was looking for.
Narrowing It Down
Next, I started thinking about what was actually bothering me. Was it anxiety? Stress? Just general low mood? I wasn’t entirely sure, but I figured “stress” was a good starting point. I modified my search to “inner west psychology stress management”. This helped a bit, giving me fewer, more relevant results.
Exploring Options
- I spent some time browsing the websites that came up. Some felt too clinical, some too “woo-woo,” and some just didn’t give me enough information.
- I looked for psychologists who specifically mentioned “stress” or “anxiety” in their profiles. I figure they gotta know what they’re talking about.
- I also paid attention to things like location (gotta be easy to get to!), and whether they offered bulk billing (because, budget!).
Making Some Calls
After creating a shortlist of some option, I picked up the phone and called a couple of the practices. The receptionists weren’t very friendly. I’m a human, not just a number.
It felt a bit awkward, but I just asked some basic questions:
- Are they taking new clients?
- What are their fees like?
- What’s the process for booking an initial appointment?
Making some notes
I wrote down all the practice information in detail in my notebook for comparison and to prevent forgetting.
The Outcome (So Far)
Well, I haven’t actually booked an appointment yet. It’s all a bit of a process, isn’t it? But I feel like I’m making progress. I’ve got a couple of places that seem promising, and I’ve got a better idea of what to expect. I’ll probably make a decision and book something next week. It’s a step in the right direction, and that’s what matters, right?
