Supporting Calm Through Relaxation Training
Relaxation training refers to a range of structured techniques designed to support physical calm, emotional regulation, and stress awareness. These techniques are commonly used within psychological therapy to help individuals better understand and respond to stress, tension, and emotional activation.
Rather than being about “switching off” or forcing calm, relaxation training focuses on developing skills that help the body and mind recognise, respond to, and recover from stress more effectively. At Logic Lounge, relaxation training is offered as part of a broader, individualised therapeutic approach.
What Is Relaxation Training?
Relaxation training involves learning intentional practices that support the nervous system to shift from a heightened state of alertness into a calmer, more regulated state.
Common elements of relaxation training may include:
- Awareness of breathing patterns
- Gentle muscle relaxation
- Guided imagery or visualisation
- Mindfulness-based attention practices
- Grounding techniques that support present-moment awareness
These skills are adaptable and can be practised in everyday settings, such as at home, work, or school.
Who Might Benefit from Relaxation Training?
Relaxation training is commonly used with individuals experiencing:
- Ongoing stress or burnout
- Anxiety or worry
- Sleep difficulties
- Emotional overwhelm
- Physical tension linked to stress
- Difficulty settling after emotional activation
It may also be introduced to children and adolescents who experience heightened emotional or physiological responses to stress, change, or social challenges.
Psychologists & Counsellors for Relaxation Training
Why Relaxation Skills Matter
Stress is a normal part of life, but ongoing or unmanaged stress can affect sleep, concentration, emotional regulation, relationships, and physical health. When the nervous system remains in a heightened state for extended periods, people may feel tense, overwhelmed, or emotionally reactive.
Research from the Australian Psychological Society highlights that relaxation-based strategies can support stress awareness and emotional self-management when used appropriately within psychological care.
Relaxation training does not aim to eliminate stress, but rather to support awareness, flexibility, and recovery in response to it.
Relaxation Training Across Different Life Stages
Children and Adolescents
For children and young people, relaxation training is often taught in developmentally appropriate and practical ways, such as through body awareness, breathing exercises, or grounding activities.
Logic Lounge provides age-appropriate psychological support through our psychological support and therapy for children, helping young people develop skills for emotional awareness and regulation.
Adults
For adults, relaxation training may support awareness of stress patterns linked to work, relationships, caregiving, or health concerns. Skills are often tailored to fit into daily routines and individual preferences.
Relaxation strategies may also complement other therapeutic approaches focused on emotional regulation, trauma-informed care, or interpersonal functioning.
Relaxation Training Within Psychological Therapy
Relaxation training is rarely used in isolation. Instead, it is typically integrated into a broader therapeutic framework that may involve:
- Exploring stress triggers and patterns
- Building emotional awareness
- Developing coping and regulation strategies
- Supporting behavioural and lifestyle changes
- Strengthening psychological flexibility
For individuals who experience intense emotional responses or difficulty regulating distress, relaxation skills may be introduced alongside other structured approaches, such as skills-based therapies.
At Logic Lounge, relaxation training is offered in a thoughtful, individualised, and trauma-informed way. We recognise that relaxation techniques are not one-size-fits-all and that some people may find certain practices challenging or unfamiliar.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I see a psychologist online?
Yes. We offer secure telehealth (video call & phone call) appointments.
How long until I can have an appointment?
Once your application is approved, we typically offer appointments within 5–7 days.
