At Minds & Hearts, our assessments are designed to understand the whole person, not just symptoms or labels. Our goal is for each client to leave the assessment process with a clearer understanding of themselves and a practical sense of direction. Our clinicians...
Written By Dr Hugh Walker, Clinical Psychologist, Clinic Director "She used to laugh at my silly dad jokes....." In the clinic this month, a theme has emerged with several parents related to the grief that can arise as children transition into adolescence and seek...
Section 1: Society, Difference, Camouflaging and the Critic Camouflaging and masking as a compensatory mechanism to being different. Camouflaging or masking refers to the process where autistic individuals mimic socially successful behaviours, suppressing their...
Introduction During this year's Autism Awareness Month, my reflections have focused on societal shifts in understanding and acceptance for autistic individuals, and the areas where further awareness and advocacy are crucial. As a newly appointed Director at Minds...