With this year’s Women’s Health Week theme ‘Your Voice, Your Choice’ - we spoke to Corporate Wellness Speaker and podcast host of ‘Not Drinking Today’, Isabella Ferguson and The Alcohol Mindset Coach Kathryn Elliott, to turn our attention to what often evades our awareness - our health, and address women’s relationship with alcohol today.

If you’ve found yourself questioning your relationship with alcohol lately, you’re not alone. More and more Australians are choosing to take breaks from drinking - whether for health, clarity, or simply to see how life feels without it.

In moments of self-reflection during recovery, we can confront an uncomfortable truth - that the journey is rarely linear. The path towards change — whether breaking free from alcohol or overcoming other substance dependence - demands we embrace an essential paradox; that true healing often emerges from our perceived setbacks.

Dr David McLaughlan is a consultant psychiatrist based in London who specialises in supporting people with addictive behaviours and harmful habits, particularly alcohol use.

Like many of our clients, CEO of Clean Slate Clinic, Pia Clinton Tarestad's journey to recovery began with an uncertain Google search.

The familiar setting of the home can significantly reduce the stress and anxiety often associated with the early stages of detoxification. Contrary to popular belief that recovery must be done in inpatient rehab, home withdrawal and recovery is recognised as an evidence-based treatment, and incorporated within national clinical guidelines.

For many of us, the journey to reducing alcohol consumption can feel overwhelming. As we approach the New Year and focus on recalibrating healthy habits, we chatted to Andrew Addie, our Intake and Client Support Coordinator. Andrew brings not just professional expertise but valuable lived experience to his role.

Ever wondered why a glass of wine might help some to unwind, or why it can be hard for others to stop at just one drink?Understanding alcohol’s impact on mind and body could help you to assess and, if necessary, modify your drinking habits.

Are you considering a change to your relationship with alcohol? Planning ahead is key to making lasting changes.

Thiamine (Vitamin B1) deficiency is a serious health complication that can develop in people with alcohol use disorders.

Meet Dr Chris Davis, one of Clean Slate's experienced medical professionals specializing in addiction medicine and mental health.

This resource will help you understand risk levels, benefits and more useful information related to alcohol consumption.