by Mimi Forrest – Psychologist | 14 May, 2024 | Supporting Neurodiverse Children & Teens, Supporting Parents & Neurodiverse Families
Educational settings present a wide range of opportunities and challenges for children and adolescents. School engagement is critical for children and adolescents to foster positive attitudes toward learning, intellectual curiosity and the development of unique...
by Samantha Butterworth – Psychologist | 6 November, 2023 | Supporting Neurodiverse Children & Teens, Supporting Parents & Neurodiverse Families
Supporting a child who is going through tough emotional times, no matter their age, can sometimes feel like navigating uncharted waters. We often find ourselves eager to offer practical solutions or quick fixes, but this approach doesn’t always hit the mark. So,...
by Dr Wes Turner – Clinical Psychologist / Clinic Director | 13 October, 2023 | Neurodiversity Informed Psychological Therapy and Well-Being, Supporting Parents & Neurodiverse Families
Psychopathology is a complex phenomenon that doesn’t affect everyone in the same way. In this post, we will explore the Diathesis-Stress Model, which explains why some people are more susceptible to psychopathology than others. We’ll also delve into the...
by Nicola Stigter - Provisional Psychologist | 3 May, 2023 | Supporting Neurodiverse Children & Teens, Supporting Parents & Neurodiverse Families
Do you ever notice your child putting themselves down with phrases like “I’m so stupid” or “I’ll never be able to do this”? It’s common for children to fall into negative thinking patterns, but as a parent, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure of how to help. Luckily,...
by Dr Wes Turner – Clinical Psychologist / Clinic Director | 23 July, 2020 | Supporting Neurodiverse Children & Teens, Supporting Parents & Neurodiverse Families
The onset of puberty is often a stressful time for adolescents and parents alike. It is time typically of particular concern to parents of adolescents with Asperger’s Syndrome. While the ups and downs of puberty are largely unavoidable, there are strategies that...
by Nicola Stigter - Provisional Psychologist | 15 September, 2019 | Neurodiverse Informed Assessment, Supporting Parents & Neurodiverse Families
Many families who make an appointment for their child with a psychologist or specialist, for a diagnostic assessment for Autism Spectrum Condition, are unsure of what to expect and how to prepare ahead of time. It can be a confusing and overwhelming time for many...
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