Signposts for Living with Dr Kirsten Hunter Dr Kirsten Hunter

Quick Chat: My child is addicted to technologyI have heard parents say this sentence so many times in session. My response is that this is not actually a surprise as technology (gaming and social media etc) is designed to be addictive. The question is what to do as parents. 'How do we navigate what is perhaps our biggest challenge in our current parenting era.'Let's explore this topic briefly. At minimum, I hope you feel less alone and more supported in this daily parenting struggle.

Podcast: Why Separation Anxiety in Children is over-diagnosed. Co-presenter Kristen CogganWhat is Separation Anxiety? It's pretty fascinating that we think we know what this diagnosis is but most of us actually don't. Come and join Kristen and I as we explore this diagnosis and the challenges that families experience.

Podcast: My story of Chronic Fatigue. Special Guest Courtney O'LearyThis was a long time anticipated podcast. I've always wanted to sit down with Courtney and hear her story of Chronic Fatigue. Who knew we would be serenaded by cicadas (sorry about that!)When you listen to this podcast you will truly understand why I value Courtney so much. She has the kindest heart. She is walking integrity. It is so cruel that such a beautiful person was wounded mid flight by Chronic Fatigue. She had to cla...

QUICK CHAT: Does it benefit my child to have a pet?It is a profound thing to see the benefits of pets for children. There's a whole field of research on companion therapy that backs this up. This is a quick break down of how having a pet can benefit your child. And yes - of course this does depend on you choosing the right pet for your child and your home. This is a simple but special topic!

Podcast: Who cleans the toilet at your house? Co-Presenter Kristen Coggan.Who does what in your house? Honestly, truly, how are domestic roles shared or not shared? How much does your gender play a role in what you do? This is such a fascinating question, and one that we often overlook. Yes, we may have gender ideals, but are we practicing what we preach?Jump on board as we explore the truths of what happens behind closed doors. There are a few ouch moments in this podcast. We'd lov...

Cate is one of those passionate people that you energise from. So the world benefited when she decided that career counselling was to be her own career passion. Cate looks to the person, and walks alongside them as they find a career that matches who they are, and what they want. We spend such an enormous slice of our life at work. How critical it is then to pick the right career path. But yet, would you agree that we don't focus enough on career counselling? More conversations (that inv...