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Meet Jess & Al


Two experienced clinicians passionate about making mental health practical, accessible, and evidence-based.

Who We Are

Jess O'Garr at The Psych Collective

Jessica O'Garr

I am a clinical psychologist. I specialise in working with people who have experienced trauma. I write programs and run therapy groups for DBT, Trauma and Sleep. I am passionate about educating people to help themselves.

I am an APHRA accredited supervisor and have some capacity for supervising DBT facilitators.

Dr Al Griskaitis at The Psych Collective

Dr Al Griskaitis

I am a psychiatrist. I mostly work with occupational PTSD in military veterans and with serving and former police officers. I practice a personalised approach that goes beyond medications.

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There are many other sites out there for mental illness, but they generally offer generic or superficial information. 


Our point of difference is that we have an emphasis on helping people have deeper understanding of their symptoms or conditions (alleviates chaos) and learn how to manage these symptoms (reduces burden) and tackle root causes. 

We have an online assessment tool to assist with inundated doctors with gaining comprehensive background information to streamline the assessment process.

Mission of the Psych Collective

Our Mission

Our mission is to simplify the mess of mental health by providing actionable resources and teaching real skills, especially for those who don’t have access to other help. This collection of resources aims to help people make meaningful changes in managing their mental health issues so they can ultimately live fulfilling lives.

Vision of The Psych Collective

Our Vision

Our vision is for individuals to alleviate their psychological distress as we strive to bring high quality, created, and curated content that aligns with their needs. We envision being a trusted platform where community members can understand their conditions, manage their symptoms, and ultimately enhance their mental well-being.

Values of The Psych Collective

Our Values

Actionable: We focus on providing effective strategies that lead to positive outcomes.

Skillful: We are highly skilled and trained professionals committed to providing only reliable mental health resources.

Knowledgeable: We stay informed about the latest research and advancements in mental health care.

Resources We Have

At The Psych Collective, we want to make mental health information accessible to everyone. Our resources are available in various formats so each individual can choose the method that best aligns with their preferences and learning style.

Topics

Whether you're seeking strategies to manage anxiety or looking to improve mood swings, our topics are curated to help you understand and enhance various aspects of your mental wellbeing. Our range of topics includes distress, sleep, emotions, trauma, personality, schema therapy, and more.

Videos

If you prefer visual and auditory learning, our videos are perfect for you. Our videos cover different topics about anxiety, depression, PTSD, schema therapy, and more. These videos make complex information easy to understand, helping you grasp important concepts effortlessly.

Resources

Our mental health resources come in various formats such as infographics, text, worksheets, handouts, and videos. Each format is carefully designed to cater to different learning styles, so individuals can access information in a way that best suits their preferences and needs.

Visual learners may find infographics and videos particularly effective, while those who prefer written information can opt for our text-based resources. Interactive learners can benefit from our worksheets, while concise handouts offer quick resource guides.

Disclaimer 

The information provided by The Psych Collective is for general informational purposes only. The use of our created or curated content is at the user’s own risk. No patient-clinician relationship is formed. Please consult your own treating health professional for advice on how to apply or implement this information to suit your personal needs.

Disclosure

While Al works at South Coast Private Hospital, this website and associated materials are in no way associated with South Coast Private or Aurora Healthcare Australia.

Need Help Now?

The Psych Collective does not provide any crisis support. If you are in crisis, please contact a service in your country. 

Australia

If you are in an emergency
Call 000

Lifeline
13 11 14

Canada

Suicide Prevention Hotline
1-833-456-4566

Kids Helpline (under 20s)
1-800-668-6868
 

India

AASRA
+91-22-2754-6669

United Kingdom

Samaritans
116 123

United States

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Need More?

Check out Befrienders.org for a list of international helplines

Need Help Now?

The Psych Collective does not provide any crisis support. If you are in crisis, please contact a service in your country. 


Australia

If you are in an emergency
Call 000

Lifeline
13 11 14


Canada

Suicide Prevention Hotline
1-833-456-4566

Kids Helpline (under 20s)
1-800-668-6868 


India

AASRA
+91-22-2754-6669


United Kingdom

Samaritans
116 123


United States

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)


Need More?

Check out Befrienders.org for a list of international helplines.

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