you're welcome here exactly as you are
These are just some of the areas we support, but they're only part of the picture. You might be experiencing something that's difficult to put into words or doesn't fit a specific label. Whatever you're going through, we're here to listen and support you in a way that feels right for you.
Anxiety and Worry
The racing thoughts, the what ifs, the dread before school. Evidence-based support drawing on CBT and ACT, tailored to each individual.
Learn moreSchool and University Stress
HSC, VCE, ATAR, university pressure and perfectionism. Practical, evidence-based strategies that protect both performance and wellbeing.
Learn moreSelf-Esteem and Confidence
For girls and young women who never quite feel enough, regardless of what they achieve. ACT and CBT used to build lasting, values-based self-worth.
Learn moreSocial Media and Digital Wellbeing
Comparison, cyberbullying and the impossibility of switching off. CBT and ACT to build a healthier relationship with technology and self-image.
Learn moreFriendship and Social Difficulties
Conflict, exclusion and not knowing where she fits. CBT, DBT and ACT to build confidence and interpersonal resilience.
Learn moreNeurodiversity Support for Girls and Young Women
ADHD and autism often look very different in girls and young women — and as a result, are frequently missed or misunderstood. For many, the experience of masking, burnout and feeling like they do not quite fit can be exhausting. Evidence-based support drawing on CBT, DBT and ACT, tailored to the unique experience of neurodivergent girls and young women.
Learn moreDevelopmental & Neurodiversity Assessments
Assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and combined presentations. Provides a clear and detailed understanding of cognitive, communication, emotional and behavioural profiles — giving girls, young women and their families the answers they have often been searching for, and the foundation for meaningful, personalised support.
Learning & Cognitive Assessments
Assessments for Specific Learning Disorders including Dyslexia, Dyscalculia and Dysgraphia, as well as Intellectual Disability. A clear picture of how a young person learns — and the targeted strategies needed to support her academically and beyond.
Exam & Academic Accommodations
Assessment and supporting documentation for access arrangements and academic adjustments — including HSC, VCE and ATAR provisions — to ensure every young person has a fair opportunity to demonstrate her true capabilities.
Additional Services
Letters and Reports for School, Workplace, NDIS, Medical and Diagnostic Purposes
Assessments for ADHD, ASD, SLD & ID
School Accommodation Letters and Flexible Education Plans
Government and External Application Support
Multidisciplinary Collaboration and Allied Health Liaison
After-Hours and Flexible Appointment Availability for Therapy & Assessment
Funding options available
Multiple funding pathways are available to make access as straightforward as possible — including private fee sessions, Medicare rebates, bulk billing, NDIS funding for self-managed and plan-managed participants, and private health insurance. Payment plans are also available on request.
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If you have any questions about which service is right for you or your daughter, an initial conversation is always available with no obligation attached. There is no wrong time to reach out.
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Evidence-Based Therapies
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
An evidence-based approach that explores how thoughts, emotions, and behaviours interact. CBT helps individuals identify unhelpful patterns, develop more balanced ways of thinking, and build practical coping strategies to support improved emotional wellbeing and day-to-day functioning.
DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy)
An evidence-based approach that supports emotional regulation, healthy coping strategies, and improved relationships. DBT skills focus on four key areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills help individuals manage strong emotions, navigate stressful situations, and communicate more effectively in daily life.
ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
An evidence-based approach that supports people to respond more flexibly to difficult thoughts and emotions. ACT focuses on building psychological resilience through mindfulness, emotional acceptance, and values-based action. Rather than trying to eliminate discomfort, it helps individuals move toward what truly matters to them, fostering a greater sense of meaning, wellbeing, and self-compassion.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)
An evidence-based trauma therapy that helps the brain process and integrate distressing memories and experiences. Through guided bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements or tapping), EMDR reduces the emotional intensity of past events, supports nervous system regulation, and promotes adaptive healing without requiring detailed discussion of traumatic content.
Cognitive Assessment Tools
WISC-V (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children - Fifth Edition)
Widely used cognitive assessment for children aged 6–16, providing a detailed understanding of thinking and learning strengths. It measures areas such as verbal comprehension, visual-spatial reasoning, working memory, processing speed, and fluid reasoning. Results help inform tailored recommendations for school supports, learning adjustments, and pathways for further assessment where needed.
WAIS-V (Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale - Fifth Edition)
A comprehensive cognitive assessment for individuals aged 16 and above. It explores areas including verbal reasoning, visual-spatial problem-solving, working memory, processing speed, and abstract thinking. The results help identify cognitive strengths and support needs, guide workplace or study adjustments, and assist in clarifying diagnostic pathways when learning or neurodevelopmental differences are present.
WMS-IV (Wechsler Memory Scale - Fourth Edition)
A comprehensive assessment of memory functioning for individuals aged 16 and above. It evaluates different aspects of memory, including learning, short- and long-term recall, visual and auditory memory, and working memory. Results help identify memory strengths and challenges, support diagnostic clarification (e.g. neurological conditions), and inform personalised recommendations for daily functioning, study, or workplace supports.
WIAT-III (Wechsler Individual Achievement Test – Third Edition)
A comprehensive assessment of academic skills for school-aged children, adolescents, and adults. It measures key areas such as reading, writing, spelling, and mathematics, helping to identify learning strengths and challenges. Results can support diagnosis of Specific Learning Disorders (e.g., dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia) and guide tailored educational planning and classroom or workplace adjustments.
Diagnostic Assessment Tools
ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule)
Gold-standard, play- and conversation-based assessment used to observe social communication, interaction, and behavioural patterns related to Autism Spectrum Disorder. It includes a range of modules tailored to different ages and language levels, helping clinicians gain meaningful insight into how an individual engages, expresses themselves, and navigates social situations.
ADI-R (Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised)
A structured, caregiver-based interview used worldwide to support the diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. It explores developmental history, language and communication patterns, social interaction, and behaviours/restricted interests. This tool helps clinicians build a comprehensive profile that informs diagnosis, intervention planning, and supports tailored pathways forward.
MIGDAS-2
A qualitative, sensory-based assessment tool for autism across children, adolescents and adults. MIGDAS-2 uses structured interviews with the individual, caregivers and teachers, and explores core areas to build a rich behavioural profile that supports diagnosis and tailored treatment planning.
Conners Continuous Performance Tests (CATA & CPT-3)
These computer-based assessments measure attention, focus, impulsivity, and processing of information over time. The CATA evaluates auditory processing, while the CPT-3 focuses on visual attention and response control. Together, they provide valuable insight into executive functioning and attention-related challenges such as those associated with ADHD.
Blog posts
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Hormones, Mood, and the Nervous System: Underst...
Hormonal changes affect far more than mood — they influence how the brain processes stress, emotion, and connection. This blog explores the science behind the hormone–nervous system link, how conditions...
Hormones, Mood, and the Nervous System: Underst...
Hormonal changes affect far more than mood — they influence how the brain processes stress, emotion, and connection. This blog explores the science behind the hormone–nervous system link, how conditions...
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The Space Between: Finding Stillness in Transition
Change often asks us to pause between what was and what’s next — a space that can feel uncertain but is full of possibility. In these in-between moments, the nervous...
The Space Between: Finding Stillness in Transition
Change often asks us to pause between what was and what’s next — a space that can feel uncertain but is full of possibility. In these in-between moments, the nervous...
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From Survival to Safety: The Polyvagal Pathway
Every moment, your nervous system is guiding how you experience the world — alert and protective, or calm and connected. The Polyvagal Pathway explains this dance between survival and safety,...
From Survival to Safety: The Polyvagal Pathway
Every moment, your nervous system is guiding how you experience the world — alert and protective, or calm and connected. The Polyvagal Pathway explains this dance between survival and safety,...
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The Inner Wisdom of Healing
Beneath layers of stress and survival, there is a quiet intelligence within you that already knows how to heal. When given safety, awareness, and compassion, the body and mind begin...
The Inner Wisdom of Healing
Beneath layers of stress and survival, there is a quiet intelligence within you that already knows how to heal. When given safety, awareness, and compassion, the body and mind begin...
