Clinical psychologist Rebecca Sng says while it important to be aware of dips in mental health, it is not necessarily something to worry about.

"Almost everybody is feeling more anxious and worried at the moment," the director of mental health at Grand Pacific Health said.

"Right now we have so little information about what might happen, and this challenges people.

"Natural and professional supports may have changed or dropped down. Going out with friends, having fun and hugs are all coping mechanisms that have been taken off the table.

"Acknowledge that you may not feel great at the moment and that's okay."

Dr Sng said although it was normal to experience reduced mental wellbeing during the COVID-19 lockdown, it was important to seek help if you were in a headspace that felt unsafe.

"You don't need to feel 100 per cent, but it's important to know when you're dipping below a safe level," she said.

"Have a plan for who to call - it might be a counsellor, health service or Lifeline. Services may have changed but they are still there."

While the disruption to work and social routines could be stressful, it also offered an opportunity to improve mental health habits.

Dr Sng's top tips for wellbeing included taking care of your body, focusing on the present when life felt overwhelming, and taking control of what your "new normal" looked like.

"Look at what routines you can introduce to create structure in your day," she said.

"What resources do you have available? Pets and phones can be a great way to experience connection and comfort."

More time at home can put extra pressure on carers. If your mental health is good, but you live with someone who is struggling, it can be hard to find the balance between care and burnout.

Dr Sng said it was especially important for carers to identify what they needed.

"You need to be thriving to give to others," she said.

"A separate space or designated quiet time can be helpful.

"If you are juggling different responsibilities, assess what is realistic.

"Talk to the person you care for about what they think will be helpful - don't assume. They may already have a plan for tough times that you can use or adapt."

And despite the struggle everyone is experiencing to stay connected, healthy and sane, there may be a silver lining at the end.

"When something difficult happens, sometimes you come away with something really valuable," Dr Sng said.

"It could be an opportunity to examine what's important, and that leads to post-traumatic growth."