Psychology

Our social and communication skills are crucial for healthy development and enabling us to live a full life. For children with additional needs it can be tricky to  understand their feelings, and the feelings of others.

Working closely with parents, carers and professionals, our psychologists will develop a plan unique to your child and provide support in an open, honest and caring environment.

Our psychologists provide a range of services, including:

• Assessing children’s social skills, behaviour, play and cognitive abilities
• Managing anxiety and emotions
• Understanding feelings
• Conversation skills
• Social skills, such as making and keeping friends
• Individual and group therapy sessions

Sessions typically run for 60 minutes and can be provided in our offices, the community, school or at home.

Would my child benefit?

At the heart of our psychology services is the belief that every child has unique strengths and the potential to thrive. We collaborate closely with families, carers, and other professionals to create individualised plans that focus on building functional skills, promoting participation, and fostering independence in everyday life.

Supporting functional outcomes

Strong social and communication skills are essential for meaningful participation in family, school, and community life. For children with additional needs, these skills may develop differently, creating opportunities to focus on building emotional understanding, managing behaviour, and improving relationships.

Our psychologists help children:

• Recognse and manage emotions which may enhance their participation in social and educational activities.
• Build conversation and social skills, which may help them to form and sustain friendships.
• Develop strategies for navigating transitions, such as starting school or adjusting to new routines.

Not just for children

We prioritise a collaborative and flexible approach to meet the unique needs of everyone in the family. Our psychologists provide sessions not just for children, but also for parents, siblings, carers and other people within a young person’s network. Additional services we offer include:

• Parent and carer education
• Behaviour management training

Our psychologists are experienced and understand the challenges faced by many parents and carers.

Our Counsellor

Our Counsellor provides support to children and families focusing on education, connection and inclusion.

Our Counsellor is based in Victoria and provides:

• Parent and carer education
• Supports to children and young people