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Have you ever felt like you had to leave parts of yourself behind? interview Mar 03, 2026

Growing up Asian in Australia can often mean learning how to move between worlds.

One version of you at home...
Another at school...
Another at work....

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Meet Asian Australian Counsellor: Devika Dey interview Mar 01, 2026

We know that it's not always easy trying to work out which therapist we might like to work with: Because the decision isn't just about where they're l...

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March Community Newsletter: Something is growing. mental health newsletter Mar 01, 2026

March: Amplifying international student voices.

Hello there!

Last month, we announced the launch of our international student leadership program: St...

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March Organisational Newsletter: Seeking partnership opportunities cultural competency training Mar 01, 2026

March: Amplifying international student voices.

Hi,

This month, we'll be kicking off our international student leadership program, Student Changemak...

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Growing Up Asian Australian: Culture, Identity & Mental Health interview Feb 10, 2026

“People often come in with anxiety or depression, but culture is sitting underneath.”

Growing up Asian Australian often means living between cult...

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Reflections from our 2026 February Community of Practice session community of practice Feb 10, 2026

At Shapes and Sounds we acknowledge the importance of accessing up-to-date scientific evidence in the delivery of evidence-based mental health care. A...

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East Meets West: A culturally-responsive Schema Therapy training we’re proud to share cultural competency training mental health Feb 03, 2026

At Shapes and Sounds, we’re committed to amplifying work that genuinely strengthens culturally responsive mental health care for Asian communities. Th...

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February 2026 Community Newsletter: Student Leadership Program! mental health newsletter Feb 01, 2026

February: Calling all international students! This one's for you.

Hello there,

Are you or do you know of, an international student currently studyin...

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February 2026 Organisational Newsletter: International student support cultural competency training Feb 01, 2026

February: International Student Support

Hello there,

This month, we're excited to announce our new offering to support international students in Mel...

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Meet Asian Australian Clinical and Forensic Psychologist: York Hong interview Feb 01, 2026

We know that it's not always easy trying to work out which therapist we might like to work with: Because the decision isn't just about where they're l...

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Studying in Australia as an International Student: Interview series international student Jan 23, 2026

💡Hello there! Want to build leadership skills, support your peers, and contribute to a podcast that amplifies international student voices??

Intern...

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January 2026 Organisational Newsletter: Happy New Year! cultural competency training Jan 01, 2026

January: Welcome back!

Hello there,

Happy new year! I hope that you've had an easeful start to the new year.

We're delighted to share our first new...

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