Who can attend our clinic for initial assessment?
Children and adolescents with developmental, learning, behavioural, social and emotional difficulties aged 5-17 years old.
What age can my child continue to attend the clinic?
Patients can continue seeing our Paediatricians until the age of 18 years as needed for ongoing management.
How long is my child’s appointment?
Paediatric initial appointment varies from half day (4 hours) to full day (8 hours if medication testing requested) depending on assessment needs. Paediatric review appointments vary from 2-2.5 hours depending on learning assessments and review testing requirements. Psychology therapy appointments vary but are mostly 50 minutes and will be confirmed at time of booking.
If my child has had a previous cognitive / IQ testing, does this have to be repeated?
This will be at our Paediatrician's discretion on the day of appointment and will depend on recency, details of previous testing and current concerns. Our team perform a range of different assessments as part of our initial comprehensive work-up and it is important that we have the opportunity to spend time observing and interacting directly with your child (not rely on previous reports) to provide accurate assessment and provide individualised management. Pricing may vary slightly and this will be discussed at time of appointment.
Can my child just have a brain map or medication test at initial appointment if they have had other assessments previously?
No, there is no option for any test or investigation to be performed in isolation and they are interpreted together in combination with our specialists’ expertise. Our specialist team perform a range of different assessments as part of our initial comprehensive work-up and it is important that we have the opportunity to spend time observing and interacting directly with your child (not rely on previous reports) to provide independent accurate assessment and individualised management. This allows our team to understand the full picture of your child’s strengths and limitations.
Do you provide ongoing therapy and behaviour management?
Yes, cognitive behaviour therapy, family counselling, behaviour management, parenting strategies and social skills training is available by our psychology team after initial assessment.
Can I get a repeat script without an appointment?
No, an appointment is required for repeat prescriptions to be provided. As many medications that are prescribed by our Paediatricians and Psychiatrists are restricted "Schedule 8" drugs, clinical review is mandated for repeat prescriptions. This restricts our ability to provide repeat scripts without a clinical review. Furthermore, it is important that your child’s progress is reviewed prior to any prescriptions being renewed to ensure optimal care and, as such, an appointment is required.
What areas do we service?
We see patients that reside in New South Wales and the ACT (Australian Capital Territory). We do not have the capacity to see patients from interstate or overseas.
What is the difference between a Registered Psychologist and Provisional Psychologist?
When working with clients, Registered and Provisional Psychologists provide the same services, the main difference being their level of experience and their stage of training.
A Registered Psychologist, or sometimes just referred to as a Psychologist, has completed their psychological training. A Provisional Psychologist is still undergoing the final stages of their clinical training, and will work under the close guidance and support of their clinical supervisor. Both Psychologists and Provisional Psychologists are registered practitioners with AHPRA and are able to provide therapeutic and assessment services to clients.
A Registered Psychologist, or sometimes just referred to as a Psychologist, has completed their psychological training. A Provisional Psychologist is still undergoing the final stages of their clinical training, and will work under the close guidance and support of their clinical supervisor. Both Psychologists and Provisional Psychologists are registered practitioners with AHPRA and are able to provide therapeutic and assessment services to clients.
What is the difference between a Clinical Psychologist and Registered Psychologist?
Clinical Psychologists have an additional endorsement and specialisation in therapeutic techniques, and typically complete more post-graduate training compared to Registered Psychologists.
Sessions with Clinical Psychologists and Registered Psychologists can be seen under a Mental Health Care Plan which allowed for up to 10 Medicare rebated sessions each calendar year.
Sessions with Clinical Psychologists and Registered Psychologists can be seen under a Mental Health Care Plan which allowed for up to 10 Medicare rebated sessions each calendar year.
What is the difference between a Psychiatrist and a Psychologist?
Psychiatrists are medical doctors who have completed specialist training in psychiatry. They can prescribe medications such as antidepressants, and typically deal with more complex mental health or behavioural issues.
Psychologists provide treatment for mental health and behavioural issues, such as anxiety and low self-esteem. They can work collaboratively with psychiatrists to help optimise a child’s wellbeing. Psychologists do not prescribe medications. More information can be found here: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/psychiatrists-and-psychologists
Psychologists provide treatment for mental health and behavioural issues, such as anxiety and low self-esteem. They can work collaboratively with psychiatrists to help optimise a child’s wellbeing. Psychologists do not prescribe medications. More information can be found here: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/psychiatrists-and-psychologists
Looking for a career?
We are always looking for motivated and driven individuals to join our growing and dynamic multidisciplinary team.
Development Paediatricians
Psychologists (Clinical, Registered or Provisional)
Administration Staff
Please contact our practice manager Laura on 02 8379 8222 or email your CV and information to [email protected]
Development Paediatricians
Psychologists (Clinical, Registered or Provisional)
Administration Staff
Please contact our practice manager Laura on 02 8379 8222 or email your CV and information to [email protected]