This is a Council led event.

03/10/2026 - Clive James Library, Kogarah.

Economic uncertainty, job insecurity, unemployment and increasing workloads can place significant pressure on individuals and families. When stress continues without enough opportunity for recovery, it can become difficult to switch off, maintain healthy routines or feel in control.
 
This Mental Health Month, join registered psychologist Nicholas Fifield for a practical and accessible workshop exploring how stress affects us and what we can do to respond effectively.
 
This interactive session will focus on realistic strategies that can be used during challenging periods.
 
In this workshop, you will learn:

• The difference between healthy stress, ongoing overwhelm and burnout.

• How to recognise early warning signs that stress is becoming difficult to manage.

• Practical strategies for emotional regulation and recovery.

• Simple grounding and mindfulness techniques that can be used during stressful moments.

• How routines, boundaries and meaningful activities can support resilience.

• Ways to manage overwork and create more sustainable patterns of effort and recovery.

• How small, consistent habits can protect wellbeing during periods of uncertainty.

• Realistic approaches to self-care

The session will include guided exercises and time for audience questions. This workshop is suitable for adults from all backgrounds. No previous knowledge or experience is required.

Disclaimer: Please note that this workshop provides general psychological education. It is not a substitute for individual mental health care, financial advice or employment advice.

 

Saturday 3 October 2026

 

Address

Clive James Library, Kogarah.
Kogarah Town Square, Belgrave Street, Kogarah.
 

Time

11:00am - 12:00pm.
 

Cost

Free.
 

Bookings

Bookings are essential. Please register via the button below. 

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More Information

• If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the advertised start time and there are people in the standby queue, your ticket may be allocated to the standby queue.

• If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration at least 3 hours prior to the event. As Library Programs have limited spaces, repeated failure to notify staff of cancellations may result in bookings being refused in the future.

• The library does not endorse or promote any products which may be used in the workshop.

About the Facilitator:
Nic Fifield | Psychologist in Kogarah
BSc(Psych), GradDipPsych(Adv), MClinPsych, Board-Approved Supervisor
 
Nicholas is a Clinical Psychology Registrar dedicated to providing warm, empathetic, and client-centred care. Utilising evidence-based approaches, he tailors treatment for children, adolescents, and adults to support meaningful and lasting change.
 
With experience spanning military, hospital, and private clinical settings, Nicholas brings a wealth of experience to his practice. He has a good understanding of stressors that come from everyday life through to those resulting from exposure to volatile, uncertain, complex, and austere environments.
 
Nicholas holds general registration as a psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and membership in the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA).

Accessibility Information:
Georges River Libraries is committed to providing inclusive library services and programs. Please email library@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au or note down your requirements or support needs in your event registration.