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Understanding RED-S: Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport

As a sport psychologist , my role involves supporting athletes, teams, and individuals to achieve peak performance while maintaining...

Leilanie Pakoa

Feb 2, 20254 min read

Concussion does not equal CTE!

We recently watched a seminar by Dr. Alan Pearce - an Australian neuroscientist on the latest research of concussion and CTE. We went in...

Leilanie Pakoa

Sep 26, 20243 min read

The Fundamentals of Sport Psychology: 10 Topics You Need to Know

From mental health & wellbeing to team dynamics & the psychology of coaching! Read about 10 topics related to sport and exercise psychology!

Leilanie Pakoa

Apr 11, 20244 min read

What to expect in a psychology session!

Hi I'm Leilanie and I am an endorsed sport & exercise psychologist. I predominantly work with young people, athletes, teams, neurodiverse...

Leilanie Pakoa

Feb 15, 20242 min read

Session Note Taking Tips from a Psychologist!

Psychology like many allied health services requires session notes to be organised, secured safely, and retained for 7 years or if a...

Leilanie Pakoa

Jan 19, 20242 min read

The Three Pillars of Wellbeing.

I have no memory of when or where I first heard this phrase - it was during my final years of study. I ask during every intake,...

Leilanie Pakoa

Aug 3, 20234 min read

Diagnosing ADHD and ASD in Australia

Let me start by confirming to you that YES this process is so confusing. There is so much misinformation, different information, and no...

Leilanie Pakoa

Aug 3, 20234 min read

What is a sport psychologist?

This question comes up alot in our practice, we also get what does a sport psychologist even do? How can sport psychology help me? So...

Leilanie Pakoa

Mar 23, 20233 min read