Written by Luvena Susanto, Indonesian Clinical Psychologist and founder of Nestara Psychology. Finding the right psychologist can feel difficult enough without also having to explain your cultural background, translate your emotions into another langu ...
Calming Techniques for Anxiety: Practical Ways to Feel More Grounded
Written by Luvena Susanto, Clinical Psychologist and founder of Nestara Psychology. Anxiety can feel overwhelming. Sometimes it shows up as racing thoughts, tightness in the chest, difficulty sleeping, irritability, or a constant sense of being “on ed ...
How to Relieve Low Mood: Gentle Ways to Manage Depression
Written by Luvena Susanto, Clinical Psychologist and founder of Nestara Psychology. Everyone experiences periods of sadness, stress, or emotional exhaustion at times. But when low mood becomes persistent, and starts affecting your interest in things, ...
What to Expect in Your First Therapy Session
Written by Luvena Susanto, Clinical Psychologist and founder of Nestara Psychology. Starting therapy can feel like a big step. For many people, one of the hardest parts is not knowing what to expect. What will the therapist ask? Do I need to know e ...
How Much Does Therapy Cost in Melbourne? (2026 Guide)
Written by Luvena Susanto, Clinical Psychologist and founder of Nestara Psychology. If you’re considering therapy, you may be wondering… How much does it cost? Is therapy expensive? With the need for mental health support increasing each year ...




