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Dr. Lillian Nejad, PhD

Clinical Psychologist, Author & Founder

Dr. Lillian Nejad, PhD

Dr. Lillian Nejad is a clinical psychologist, author and founder of the mental health platform, 'Skills for Life' and the worry app, 'Contain Your Brain'. She has over 20 years of experience in various settings including public mental health, universities, organisations and private practice empowering individuals and groups with accessible, practical, and scientifically-backed skills and strategies that help improve their mental health and well-being at home and at work. In addition to her two books, she has recorded three albums of mindfulness and relaxation exercises, and hosts the podcast, 'Life Skills for Leaders'. Lillian is also an Australian Open superfan, sports photographer wannabe & a passionate supporter of the arts.

Location:

Melbourne, Australia

Credentials:

PhD Clinical Psychology (2001), B.A. Major Psychology, Magna Cum Laude (1993)

Expertise:

Mental Health, Psychology, Anxiety, Stress, Insomnia, Burnout

Alumni of:

Emory University, Atlanta GA & La Trobe University, Melbourne

Awards:

High Honours Emory University 1993
Victorian Psychological Association Member of the Year 2006

As Featured In:

Break Point: Skills for Life from the Tennis Court - Skills for Life

Why acceptance is key to helping manage social anxiety - Sydney Morning Herald

Tired of Being Tired - Mindfood

The You Project Craig Harper Podcast "You're not Special" - The You Project

Broad Radio Podcast "How to Worry Less" - Broad Radio

4 Science-Backed Ways to Worry Less at Bedtime - Contain Your Brain

Lillian Nejad Amazon Author Profile & Publications - Amazon

Lillian Nejad Spotify Profile & Releases - Spotify

Insight Timer Teacher Lillian Nejad - Insight Timer

14 Articles Reviewed

1 how to check in on your mates
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How to Check in On Your Mates

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The Art of Making Friends as an Adult

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What is GEM and Why Is It the Key to Resilience?

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Feeling Anxious? Here’s One Tool to Manage Your Thoughts

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The Importance of Taking Time for Yourself as a Man

Conversations
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The Most Important Question You’ll Ever Ask

2 how to see a therapist
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How to See a Therapist: A Complete Guide

Noah silliman
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How to Make it Through the Grieving Process

Jonathan Borba
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How to Set Boundaries

Mental heath week
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The Most Important Muscle We Never Work Out

Jonah hill
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Celebrities are Prioritising Mental Health. Here’s Why You Should Too

Movember
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How to Support Men’s Mental Health Without a Moustache

Lockdown mental health checklist 3
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The Mental Health Checklist Every Australian Needs to Read

Michael phelps
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What We Can Learn From Sports Stars Taking Mental Health Breaks

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