Developmental Paediatrics
Our Developmental Paediatricians have specialist training and expertise in how children and teenagers develop, learn and behave. Detailed history, examination and assessment is performed to enable understanding of your child or teenager as a whole in the context of their home and school environment to ensure accurate diagnoses. We are able to assist in identifying your child or teenager’s strengths and weaknesses to guide individualised strategies to support them in reaching their potential.
Initial assessment includes thorough history, observation and examination, psychometric assessment, brain mapping and computerised medication testing performed. After initial assessment, we provide regular follow up appointments to monitor progress and provide ongoing support and advice as required.
Find out more about our Developmental Paediatrics services.
Initial assessment includes thorough history, observation and examination, psychometric assessment, brain mapping and computerised medication testing performed. After initial assessment, we provide regular follow up appointments to monitor progress and provide ongoing support and advice as required.
Find out more about our Developmental Paediatrics services.
Young Adult and Child Psychology
Our team of psychologists support our clinic patients and their families with a range of psychological presentations. We use evidence based therapeutic interventions and tailor treatment specific to the individual child or family’s specific presentation and needs. We assist with emotional difficulties, low self esteem, behaviour problems, angry and aggressive behaviour, anxiety, depression, social skills and parenting strategies.
Find out more about our Child Psychology services.
Find out more about our Child Psychology services.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Our child and adolescent psychiatrists are a medically trained specialist doctors with skills in the holistic assessment and management of mental health problems in children and young people under the age of 18. Detailed history and assessment is carried out with your child and family to better understand their difficulties in the context of their developmental experience, family background, home situation and school environment. Our psychiatrists are skilled at medication management, individual, family and couples psychotherapy. We provide regular review and ongoing management as required to ensure families are supported in the long-term.
Paediatric Genetics
We provide diagnostic genetics services and genetic counselling for individuals and families with or at risk of conditions that may have a genetic basis. We conduct clinical assessments, review investigations, and arrange genetic testing to establish a diagnosis, which in turn can assist in the management and inform other family members who are at risk or those planning to expand their families. Some of the common conditions we see in our service:
- Congenital anomalies
- Intellectual disability
- Developmental delay
- Dysmorphic features
- Cardiac malformations and diseases
- Hearing loss
- Neurological and muscular disorders (genetic epilepsy, hereditary spastic paraparesis, peripheral neuropathy, muscular dystrophy)
- Eye disorders (retinitis pigmentosa, congenital cataract, early or late onset macular dystrophy and many other retinal diseases)
ADHD Coaching
ADHD-specific coaching takes a family-centred approach, recognising that ADHD not only affects individuals but also has a significant impact on the entire family. By incorporating a family-centred perspective, ADHD coaching addresses the unique challenges faced by parents, caregivers and siblings of individuals with ADHD while promoting understanding, support and effective communication within the family. The coach listens attentively to their perspectives, addresses questions and concerns, and helps them develop strategies to effectively support, provide guidance on improving communication, setting boundaries and fostering an understanding environment within the family. This may involve educating family members about ADHD, helping them recognise the strengths and challenges associated with the condition, and encouraging empathy and patience. Through education, communication strategies and shared goal setting, the coaching process strengthens family relationships, promotes effective support systems, and fosters an environment where individuals with ADHD can thrive. Both individual and family coaching sessions are available. Contact our team to arrange a session with our coach, Caroline Beresford, and embark on a transformative ADHD coaching journey for your child pr adolescent and your family.