The Children's Psychology Clinic in Parramatta, New South Wales | Mental health service

The Children's Psychology Clinic

Locality: Parramatta, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 9630 0559

Address: 1B Grose Street 2150 Parramatta, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.thechildrenspsychologyclinic.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Its important that we closely monitor our mental health as we move through each step of the COVID-19 pandemic response, as there are and will be various changes to our lives. The Black Dog Institute has a variety of resources available during this time. Black Dogs Online Clinic takes you through a range of clinical assessments for common mental health conditions. At the end you will receive a personalised report with suggested support services and resources for you to access. This report can be downloaded, printed or emailed to share with your doctor or mental health care professional.

24.01.2022 If you or your child needs help, there is always support available. Community Mental Health Lines offer professional help and advice and referrals to local mental health services. It is staffed by mental health professionals who will ask questions to determine if you or, the person you are concerned about, needs ongoing mental health care and how urgently it is needed. They can put you in contact with the most relevant mental health service for children, teens, adults and older people. Please see the numbers listed below for services you can access, should you need help. If you would like to schedule an appointment with one of our psychologists, please email [email protected] or call 9630 0559.

23.01.2022 The Childrens Psychology Clinic have experienced psychologists who run IQ testing/cognitive assessments (WISC-V) for children 6years+, achievement testing (WIAT-III) and adaptive behaviour assessments (ABAS-3). Email us at [email protected] for more information, or to schedule an assessment. Children under 6 years of age who have, or are suspected of having, a global developmental delay or intellectual disability, are recommended to receive an assessment by the Parramatta Early Childhood Assessment Team (PECAT), a multidisciplinary, diagnostic and assessment service conducting developmental, intellectual, functional and health assessments. For more information visit: https://www.schn.health.nsw.gov.au//developmental-dela/chw

22.01.2022 2020 has been a challenging year for all of us, including children and young people. The services below are available for children who are going through a hard time and need someone to speak to, or who need some extra support to help themselves. If you would like your child to see one of our psychologists, you can call our practice on 9630 0559.

22.01.2022 Do you know any older adults (65+) who are experiencing worry, anxiety and low mood? This program is currently available at no cost as part of a research trial co-sponsored by the National Health and Medical Research Council and Beyond Blue.

22.01.2022 Many of us are experiencing higher levels of stress and anxiety at the thought of going back out into the world. The Childrens Psychology Clinic is open with appointments available for anyone experiencing these types of emotions. Call us if you need to chat. Were in this together!

22.01.2022 Dr Michael Carr-Gregg is hosting a webinar on Wed, June 10, 2020 7:00 PM 8:00 PM to discuss the impacts of COVID-19 on your teenagers, and give you skills and... strategies to manage this. This webinar will explain the impact of the coronavirus lockdown on teenagers, focusing their mental health and gives participants some skills to manage teenagers as they transition back to school, deal with disappointment and try to regain their motivation. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/parenting-teenagers-post-corona

21.01.2022 CEH Deputy Director Melissa Norberg gives thought to the different emotional implications returning to a new normal may have on the community. Read more in The Guardian.

21.01.2022 Many Australians need help during this challenging time. There are great resources available to you, should you need help. To book a session with one of our psychologists, email us at [email protected] or call us on 9630 0559.

20.01.2022 Anxiety and depression are the most common mental health issues in the perinatal period. Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia (PANDA) provide information, support, counselling and referral for expecting and new parents, and partners/carers. For more information visit panda.org.au or contact us at [email protected] if you would like to schedule an appointment with one of our psychologists.

19.01.2022 This year Lifeline has seen a 25 per cent increase in calls initially driven by bushfires, and then coronavirus. Lifeline are seeing an increase in risk of suicide, risk of self-harm, a lot more of those troubling behaviours. Three of the biggest risk factors have come together here disruption of employment and peoples regular lives, disruption of education particularly for younger people and then social dislocation more broadly. Many exhausted healthcare workers have b...een among the Lifeline callers. Theyre experiencing burn-out and fatigue, and theyre stressed about not being able to take time off work. Click the link below to read the ABC News article: https://www.abc.net.au//mental-health-crisis-coro/12588500 Lifeline Australia Crisis Support - 13 11 14

18.01.2022 ReachOut.com Australia was the worlds first online mental health service. Their resources are created based on the latest evidence and are specifically designed for young people and their parents. Visit www.reachout.com for more information.

17.01.2022 Many people are experiencing heightened levels of anxiety and stress due to the COVID-19 outbreak, and due to the circumstances lots of Australians feel as though they cant afford to seek professional help for themselves or their children. But there are options! In the article Dr Preeya Alexander explains how to access 10 free sessions with a mental health professional. ... You can give us a call any time at the Childrens Psychology Clinic on 02 9630 0559, and our reception team will be happy to discuss these options with you further.

16.01.2022 City of Ryde and Lane Cove Council are bringing Dr Michael Carr-Gregg to your screens on Thursday, June 11, 2020 7:00 PM 8:00pm to give you practical strategies on managing your kids during the COVID-19 era. This free webinar offers practical, evidence-based strategies on what to say and what to do in these challenging times. It also includes information on managing remote learning and self-care. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/raising-resilient-kids-in-the-c

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15.01.2022 Below are some useful resources for both Parents and Children to help get us through COVID-19 together.

14.01.2022 More than a quarter (27.6%) of people living in NSW were born outside of Australia. The top five countries of birth apart from Australia are China, England, India, New Zealand and the Philippines. The Transcultural Mental Health Centre (TMHC) is a state-wide service working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, health professionals and partner organisations across NSW to support good mental health. TMHC services complement public Mental Health Se...rvices (hospital and community) and enhance pathways to care for culturally and linguistically diverse communities. TMHC has developed a wide range of culturally relevant mental health resources and publications for use by service providers and culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Its incredible the different resources the centre has in so many languages! Click the link below to head to TMHCs webpage to find out more. https://www.dhi.health.nsw.gov.au/transcultural-me/about-us

14.01.2022 The Australian Government is providing 10 additional Medicare-subsidised psychological therapy sessions for Australians affected by the second wave of the COVID...-19 pandemic. You may be eligible to receive services if you are required to quarantine or self-isolate. Call us on 9630 0559 or email us at [email protected] to arrange an appointment. https://www.health.gov.au//additional-covid-19-mental-heal

13.01.2022 COVID-19 has caused a spike in adults and children and young people needing mental health care for the first time. Theres anxiety and uncertainty from a health perspective, and for adults, there is also surrounding employment and finances. Some groups of children and young people are at higher risk of being negatively affected by the COVID crisis and need extra protection. They include children and young people with existing mental health problems and those who have had ex...perienced traumatic events like abuse, a major car accident, violence in their household, frightening medical procedures, and bullying. The image below provides some tips and alternatives to help you improve your mental health during this time. Children and young people can also be encouraged to participate in some of these activities.

12.01.2022 You may have heard that mindfulness the ability to be fully present in the moment can have numerous benefits, everything from decreased stress and sadness to increased levels focus and happiness. But what exactly is mindfulness? And, how can you reap its many benefits? Check out this super-helpful article via Headspace

11.01.2022 Many parents find the ongoing demands of daily life to be stressful, including balancing work and family demands or relationship and financial pressures. If you feel that the stress and anxiety associated with parenting is affecting your ability to enjoy life, a psychologist may be able to help. Our Psychologists are highly trained and qualified professionals, skilled in providing effective interventions for a range of mental health concerns. If you are referred to a psychologist by your GP, you might be eligible for a Medicare rebate. Give us a call for further information.

11.01.2022 SAFETY - This is a helpful acronym to draw upon following a crisis or trauma experienced by a child. If your child needs some extra support, we have experienced psychologists who can help. Call us on 9630 0559 between 9am and 5pm to speak to our Intake officers.

10.01.2022 The Australian Psychological Society has a range of resources for the public that cover anxiety, depression, bullying, stress and racism. For more information visit https://www.psychology.org.au/for-the-pub/Psychology-topics

09.01.2022 Rachael Murrihy, director of The Kidman Centre, said HSC students had been struggling with motivation, energy and focus, and feeling a sense of pointlessness about their studies as the things they looked forward to during and after exams were cancelled. We need to support the students during this mental health crisis, and there are ways to do it.

08.01.2022 Anxiety disorders are the most common type of mental health disorder diagnosed in Australia affecting around 14% of Australians every year. Click on the link below to learn about the many different types of anxiety disorders, and what you can do to help yourself or those you love. Whether you are experiencing short lived symptoms as a result of stressful situations or on-going more disruptive and severe anxiety symptoms, we are here when you need to talk. ... Give us a call on 02 9630 0559 to speak to one of our friendly reception staff at The Childrens Psychology Clinic for further information.

08.01.2022 If you think a friend, family member or colleague is struggling, chances are they might be. When you notice a change, no matter how small, trust the signs, trust your gut and ask R U OK? Learn the signs at www.ruok.org.au/signs

07.01.2022 It took a while to adjust, but now many of us have gotten used to life in the #COVID lockdown. As we are hearing about plans to ease the restrictions and get back to normal life, its likely to cause some anxiety and stress - especially to those who are experiencing mental illness. The article discusses this further, and explains that a slow transition is key to a healthy adjustment back into the world.

07.01.2022 R U OK? We can all participate in the conversation and empower others to meaningfully connect with the people around them to start a conversation with anyone who may be struggling. You dont need to be an expert to reach out - just a good friend and a great listener. ... Use these four steps and have a conversation that could change a life: 1. Ask R U OK? 2. Listen 3. Encourage action 4. Check in For more information on how to ask someone if they are OK visit: https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

06.01.2022 We all contain an inner nitpicker, but we shouldnt let it drag us down and drown out everything else. Psychologist Rick Hanson gives advice on how to put it back in its place.

06.01.2022 Kids Helpline has received a significant increase in the volume of children and young people seeking help, up 24 per cent to the end of August compared to 2019. Many of the children and young people who contacted Kids Helpline spoke about the impact of COVID-19 on pre-existing mental health conditions, social isolation, increased family tension and struggles with changes to their learning environment. Children with pre-existing conditions are at far greater risk of being nega...tively impacted by the pandemic, and require extra support and attention. Children are particularly susceptible to the impacts of COVID-19 since they rely on parents, schools and friends for support. The concerns they raised with Kids Helpline highlight the need for appropriate supports for families experiencing hardship, and for schools delivering remote learning. See the link below for access to the full article. https://www.news.com.au///3ccad71b09c8fdca9ac89f7826298979

05.01.2022 We at The Childrens Psychology Clinic have worked with many mums and dads who have lost their children. Having a miscarriage or loss during pregnancy is very hard. Please have a look at the excellent services available through this organisation: https://www.sands.org.au/miscarriage

05.01.2022 This is a great initiative set up by the Black Dog Institute. Its completely free for anyone to use and helps to monitor your moods as well as giving you treatment plans to suit you on the go. Take a look.

05.01.2022 This article was written in March, before we had seen the full effect of Covid-19, but its worth remembering these two things we can do to help with stress and anxiety now and in the future.

04.01.2022 A 2017 study by The Royal Childrens Hospital found that young people aged 13 to 18 spend on average, 6.2 hours a day on screen-based activity at home. The vast majority of Australian teenagers aged 13 to 18 were reported to own a smartphone and/or tablet. The study also found that parents who reported high levels of screen-based use themselves were more likely to report having children with high levels of screen-based use. Undertaking a screen audit for the whole family can be a useful way to figure out everyones technology use. Click the link below to find out how you can work out what a healthy limit might be for your teenager along with the potential risks for teenagers. https://parents.au.reachout.com//wellbeing/technology-and-

03.01.2022 The fascinating new research proves that music heals and suggests that in future, music could be prescribed to help us focus, feel happier, relax and overcome sadness. Who else can vouch for music therapy?

03.01.2022 A day in the life of a child with ADHD. Check out this article and take some time to better understand the unrecognized challenges that a child with ADHD faces from day to day. At the Childrens Psychology Clinic we have a range of qualified Psychologists who specialize in the treatment and management of ADHD in children of all ages. ... Visit our website or give us a call for more information on (02) 9630 0559.

03.01.2022 FACTSHEET: Additional 10 MBS Mental Health Sessions -------------------------------------------------- As of 7 August 2020 until 31 March 2021, you may be eligi...ble for additional Medicare-rebatable sessions. Please see this link for further information, and to check whether you could be eligible: http://www.mbsonline.gov.au//Factsheet-10MentalHealthSessi

03.01.2022 Emotional brain VS Cognitive brain, what is it and how does this improve awareness of emotional regulation? Via ADDitude https://www.additudemag.com/emotional-regulation-adhd-kids/

01.01.2022 "Help! My child has developed anxiety during the pandemic." Professor Viv Wuthrich from the Centre for Emotional Health and Department of Psychology at Macquari...e University talks to parents and carers about strategies to reduce anxiety and help children and teens transition back to school. Watch this video to hear her advice: https://youtu.be/4UsEGMEET2Q For more information on this topic and many more expert articles, please go to our free resource, the "COVID-19: Weve got this covered" website (mq.edu.au/covid-19-weve-got-this-covered). #WeveGotThisCovered