Mind-Body Research in Health MiRth Lab

08/09/2026

Are you a talk-therapist currently conducting talk therapy with clients? We are looking to hear from you.

Research conducted by Deakin University is interested in how therapists experience authenticity and vulnerability and how this relates to their well-being and burnout.

We know therapists have had a range of positive and challenging experiences in their training and supervision, and we are interested in your views about how your training and supervision has or has not been supportive of your well-being and a connection to your unique authentic selves as therapists.

If you are aged 18+, living in Australia, and currently seeing clients for talk therapy (e.g., counsellors, psychologists, social workers, etc), you are invited to complete the following survey at https://digitalsurveys.deakin.edu.au/jfe/form/SV_3qmdN99tVxUiD1Y
You will have the chance to leave both audio and written feedback.

If you require any further information about the study, please contact the principal investigator, Dr Rick Whitehead [email protected]

19/08/2026

Do you know someone with endometriosis who might find an online supportive care program useful? Please share our trial! https://codeendo.deakin.edu.au/

Our CodeEndo intervention features 9 online self-directed supportive care modules, all co-designed with the endometriosis community. One of those modules is the Physiotherapy module, which features videos led by pelvic health physiotherapist Natalie Anderson. The videos include information about the pelvic region, exercises, and stretches.

Are you aged 18+, living in Australia, and diagnosed with endometriosis?
Complete the screening survey here: https://codeendo.deakin.edu.au/
More information available here: https://lifespan.deakin.edu.au/our-research/project/codeendo-co-designing-evaluating-and-implementing-supportive-care-for-endometriosis/ or contact our trial manager Dr Shannon Bennetts via email: [email protected]

Please note, we will undertake mental health screening to confirm study eligibility. You will not be eligible to participate if you experience substance use dependence, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or psychosis.

29/06/2026

📣Research opportunity for men and gender diverse people with multiple sclerosis (MS) 📣

A PhD candidate at the Mind-Body Research in Health Lab at Deakin University is inviting men and gender diverse people aged 18 years and over with MultipleSclerosis (MS) to share their experiences of diagnosis and management within the Australian healthcare system.

Taking part involves completing a short online survey (about 10 minutes) about your demographic and health information to check your eligibility. If you’re eligible, you’ll be invited to take part in a one-hour online interview about your healthcare experiences.

Access the Plain Language Statement and complete the short survey here: bit.ly/4ovZyIC 👈

For more information or support, email Connie at: [email protected]

22/06/2026

Are you aged 18+, living in Australia, and diagnosed with endometriosis? Join our 8-week online intervention trial! https://codeendo.deakin.edu.au/
Our new online supportive care program includes research-informed interventions across endometriosis education, mindfulness, acceptance & commitment therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, hypnotherapy, yoga, physiotherapy, dietary education, and relaxation training.

Please note, we will undertake mental health screening to confirm study eligibility. You will not be eligible to participate if you experience substance use dependence, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or psychosis.

12/06/2026

Are you aged 18+, living in Australia, and diagnosed with endometriosis? Join our 8-week online intervention trial! https://codeendo.deakin.edu.au/

Our new online supportive care program includes research-informed interventions across endometriosis education, mindfulness, acceptance & commitment therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, hypnotherapy, yoga, physiotherapy, dietary education, and relaxation training.

Please note, we will undertake mental health screening to confirm study eligibility. You will not be eligible to participate if you experience substance use dependence, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or psychosis.

22/05/2026

Are you aged 18+, living in Australia, and diagnosed with endometriosis?
Join our 8-week online intervention trial!
Our new online supportive care program includes research-informed interventions across endometriosis education, mindfulness, acceptance & commitment therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, hypnotherapy, yoga, physiotherapy, dietary education, and relaxation training.
Please note, we will undertake mental health screening to confirm study eligibility. You will not be eligible to participate if you experience substance use dependence, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or psychosis.

01/05/2026

Different paths, one destination.

Endometriosis is a complex inflammatory condition with no cure. In the search for relief from pelvic pain, bloating, and overwhelming fatigue, many people spend a small fortune on supportive treatments. Yet what helps one person may not work for another.

What if there were an easy way to find out what might help you?
Could pelvic physiotherapy reduce period pain?
Might a Mediterranean-style diet improve bowel symptoms?
Or perhaps a tailored yoga or mindfulness program could ease fatigue?

CoDeEndo brings together nine evidence-based, self-directed interventions—available with just a click of a mouse. It combines psychological, movement, and dietary approaches in one place. And yes, CoDeEndo is free and can be accessed from the comfort of your home, whenever you’re ready.

The CoDeEndo study is now recruiting at https://codeendo.deakin.edu.au

10/04/2026

20/03/2026

Thank you to our translation partner, Jean Hailes. The results of our HaPPI have now been published 🎉

11/03/2026

Our CodeEndo intervention features 9 online self-directed supportive care modules, all co-designed with the endometriosis community. One of those modules is the Physiotherapy module, which features videos led by pelvic health physiotherapist Natalie Anderson. The videos include information about the pelvic region, exercises, and stretches.

Do you know someone with endometriosis who might find this program useful? Please share our trial!

Complete the screening survey here: https://codeendo.deakin.edu.au/

More information available here: https://lifespan.deakin.edu.au/our-research/project/codeendo-co-designing-evaluating-and-implementing-supportive-care-for-endometriosis/ or contact our trial manager Dr Shannon Bennetts via email: [email protected]