Podcast · Hosted by Nesh Nikolic
Better Thinking
Better Thinking is a podcast of conversations with experts exploring all things psychology. Canberra clinical psychologist Nesh Nikolic talks with researchers and clinicians about anxiety, trauma, relationships, the brain, therapies including ACT, and how it all applies to everyday life. Nesh has provided more than 25,000 hours of one-on-one therapy since 2007. Episode pages at neshnikolic.com include guest bios and resources. General information only, not a substitute for your own health professional. Need support now? Lifeline 13 11 14, or 000 in an emergency.
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#62 — Will Henshall on Improving Concentration with Scientifically Designed Music
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Will Henshall aboutpersonalized music that can help you focus, reduce distractions, and maintain productivity when working and studying. Will Henshall has achieved notable global success both as a musical/visual artist…
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#61 — Hugh van Cuylenburg: The Resilience Project
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Hugh van Cuylenburg about finding happiness through gratitude, empathy, and mindfulness. Hugh van Cuylenburg has been working in education for more than 17 years, teaching both primary and secondary in…
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#60 — Dr Rick Hanson on Hardwiring Happiness
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Dr Rick Hansonabout overcoming the brain’s negativity bias and finding more happiness, self-worth, love, and peace in life. Rick Hanson, Ph.D., is a psychologist, Senior Fellow of the Greater Good…
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#59 — Nesh Nikolic on Early Career Advice for Psychologists
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Mary Andreadis about career paths, selecting an organisation, finding a supervisor, and other pieces of advice for early career psychologists. Nesh Nikolic is a Canberra-based clinical psychologist with extensive one-on-one…
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#58 — Dr Gemma Sharp on Body Image & Cosmetic Surgery in the 21st Century
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Dr Gemma Sharp about thetremendous increase in demand for cosmetic surgery like labiaplasty, butt lifts, boob jobs, etc., and its impacts concerning body image. Dr Gemma Sharp is a National…
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#57 — Carla Ferrari on Forensic Assessments & Reports
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Carla Ferrari about Forensic Assessments & Reports. Carla Ferrari is the Director and Principal Forensic Psychologist ofFerrari Consulting Groupand established the practice due to the growing demand for services for…
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#56 — Michael Sugrue on Overcoming Mental Health Stigma for First Responders
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Michael Sugrue on issues that prevent law enforcement professionals from seeking mental health services. Michael Sugrue is a retired police sergeant with the City of Walnut Creek with over 14…
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#55 — Isaac Baker on Behavioural Science & Decision-Making
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Isaac Baker about using data to improve individual, team and organisational decision-making. Isaac Baker is an Applied Behavioural Scientist with a focus on understanding and creating strategies to nudge and…
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#54 — Nesh Nikolic on Why Bulk Billed Telehealth is Unsustainable for Psychology Practices
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks about why bulk billed Telehealth is unsustainable and will do harm to psychology practices in Australia. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Australian Government expanded it’s Medicare-subsidised telehealth services to general practitioners…
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#53 — Nesh Nikolic on Coronavirus & How Psychology Can Respond
To my psychology friends and colleagues, Australia is at the beginning of Coronavirus and there is an unprecedented amount of uncertainty. Job losses, industry shutdowns, potential lockdown, and the domino effect of all these leads to possibly the hardest time…
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#52 — Kath Koschel: A Million Acts of Kindness
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Kath Koschel about her mission to achieve one million acts of kindness. Kath Koschel is a remarkable young woman who has taught herself to walk on three separate occasions, defying…
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#51 — Nesh Nikolic on Perfectionism & Imposter Syndrome
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Mary Andreadis about perfectionism and imposter syndrome. Nesh Nikolic is a Canberra-based clinical psychologist with extensive one-on-one therapy experience. He has trained in a number of therapy modes including Acceptance…
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#50 — Dr Stefan Hofmann on Process-Based Therapy
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Professor Stefan Hofmann about process-based therapy and high-density individual data. Welcome to the future of psychology. Dr Stefan Hofmann is a clinical psychologist at the Department of Psychological and Brain…
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#49 — Alyssa Godesky on Running 440 Kilometres in 5 days
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Alyssa Godesky about overcoming the physical and mental limits in endurance sports. Alyssa Godesky is an endurance sports coach, professional triathlete and ultrarunner. After 6 years in the corporate world,…
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#48 — Dr Brock Bastian on The Value of Pain
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with social psychologist Dr Brock Bastian on the value of pain. Dr Brock Bastian is a social psychologist whose research focuses on pain, happiness, and morality. In his search for a…
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#47 — Dr Paul Atkins on Building Effective Prosocial Groups
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Dr Paul Atkins about building effective prosocial groups. Dr Paul Atkins co-developed the Prosocial process which draws upon the psychology of behavior change as well as political, economic and evolutionary…
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#46 — Nesh Nikolic on Identity
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Mary Andreadis about identity, awareness of the self and coping with complex identity issues. Nesh Nikolic is a Canberra-based clinical psychologist with extensive one-on-one therapy experience. He has trained in…
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#45 — Frances Mirabelli: Australian Psychological Society CEO
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Australian Psychological Society’s CEO, Frances Mirabelli, about the role of the APS and plans for the future of psychology in Australia. Frances Mirabelliis the chief executive officer of the Australian…
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#44 — Dr Louise Hayes on Developmental Model of ACT for Young People
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Dr Louise Hayes about using a developmental approach of ACT when working with young persons. Dr Louise Hayes is a clinical psychologist with extensive experience in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy…
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#43 — Dr Warren Farrell on The Boy Crisis
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Dr Warren Farrell about his book, The Boy Crisis, and the impact fathers have on young men. Dr Warren Farrell has been chosen by the Financial Times as one of…
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#42 — Marcela Lapertosa on Intercultural Learning & Awareness
In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with clinical psychologist Marcela Lapertosa about what we can learn through our awareness, understanding and respect of different cultures. Marcela Lapertosa is a clinical psychologist and Senior Manager of Education and…