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GROW Clinical Psychology

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 8339 0092

Address: 52 Sahi Cres, Roxburgh Park 3064 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 GROW would like to welcome speech pathologist Pembe to the team. Pembe completed her Bachelor of Health Sciences/ Masters of Speech Pathology degree at La Trobe University in 2013. She has practised as a Speech Pathologist the last 5 years, and is also a registered division 1 Nurse for the last 11 years. Pembe has experience working with clients from preschool till primary school age. She has had a passion for working with children ever since she started nursing and has expe...rience delivering group therapy to preschool age clients, as well as, individual therapy. Pembe has gained experience working in a variety of settings including private clinics, kindergartens, and within schools. Pembe is experienced in the assessment and treatment of speech, language and communication disorders. She is experienced in providing group therapy to pre-school through till school age clients, and she uses music and a wide range of activities/games to encourage learning. She also has experience in delivering therapy to children with English as a second language and is bilingual, speaking Turkish and English herself. Pembe has a particular interest in supporting children who have speech and language disorders. She enjoys the challenges of delivering therapy with children and enjoys delivering group therapy targeting language and social skill development. Pembe loves working with children and their families. She has a son who was born prematurely who seeks allied health intervention and understands the stress that therapy and intervention has on families as a whole. Pembe loves the challenges she faces everyday with her two professions and is always learning new ways to work with people.

24.01.2022 In light of the recent information provided by the government GROW will be closed for all face-to-face therapy sessions for two weeks from Monday 13th of July. We will continue to provide Telehealth services during this period. We made this decision to protect our staff, clients and community by preventing possible transmission of COVID-19. Stay safe everyone.

22.01.2022 REBECCA PATERSON- Tree House Paediatric Occupational Therapy GROW Psychology & Allied Health welcomes its new consultant occupational therapist, Rebecca Patterson. Paediatric Occupational Therapy (OT) provides support to the child/parent and others involved in the childs care, so that the child can engage in their daily occupations of self-care, productivity and play. Rebecca has worked as an Occupational Therapist for over 25 years, with ten years experience in both adul...t mental health and in paediatrics. With a Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy, Rebecca has worked in private practice, community health, early intervention, child mental health and school-based therapy. She has worked in New Zealand, the United Kingdom and now Australia. Rebecca has worked with children of all ages and a wide variety of diagnosis, with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) being a specialist area. Rebecca has an interest in working with pre-school children helping and supporting them in their daily occupations of play, self-care and productivity (kindergarten skills). Rebecca continues to enjoy the challenges of helping school aged children with their classroom performance (e.g. handwriting, planning & organisational skills, focused attention & behaviour) and their play and social interactions. Rebecca brings a great understanding of how a childs family plays a role in therapy, and works closely with both the child and their parents to achieve their goals. Rebeccas sessions are goal directed and focused on occupation first and foremost. When not at work, she is busy trying to raise two healthy and happy boys, cultivating a productive vegetable garden and swimming.

22.01.2022 Last minute preparations under way for our fundraising event today

21.01.2022 Children and young people may need help to focus on what they can and can’t control during these challenging times

20.01.2022 In this weeks #60SecondScience Andrew discusses a study which examined voice processing and its link to social impairments in ASD. Please share this video with ...others in the autism community. A link to the article discussed in the video is below: http://bit.ly/2JBO0Vl

20.01.2022 Dr Bruce Perry a world leader in trauma shows us how we can help support a child with emotional dysregulation

18.01.2022 A common question we get asked about...

17.01.2022 Our School Readiness Program assists preschool children in a smoother transition from kindergarten to school. This 8 week program is designed to assist and further develop social, emotional, self-help and creative skills. The program introduces your little learners to basic literacy, numeracy and writing skill development, as well as increasing your childs confidence levels to participate in a formal school based environment. Each week our Speech Pathologist, Pembe Irgat Kadir, will teach a new concept in all areas of development through play, song and group activities. Dont miss out on this educational program to assist your child school readiness. Places are limited.

17.01.2022 Autism spectrum disorder, commonly known as ASD, affects how people communicate and interact with others. It affects how they make sense of the world. Currently 1 in 100 Australians have an Autism Spectrum Disorder. -Autism Awareness Australia... https://www.autismawareness.com.au/co/understanding-autism/

17.01.2022 "kids running low on sleep are less able to concentrate, more easily distracted, and more hyperactive or impulsive"

17.01.2022 Today we're releasing the latest RCH National Child Health Poll on child mental health. We asked parents what they know about mental health and wellbeing in their kids, and here, director of the poll Dr Anthea Rhodes shares a snapshot of what we found. Read more at www.rchpoll.org.au.

16.01.2022 GROW is honoured to be at the Miracles Do Happen Fundraiser event

16.01.2022 Some days are harder than others

15.01.2022 Mem Fox & Judy Horacek have done it again with their amazing new book

15.01.2022 Children and young people may need help to focus on what they can and cant control during these challenging times

14.01.2022 Tantrums vs Sensory meltdowns

14.01.2022 GROWs Mini Cafe...where make believe cafe lattes and hot chocolates are served

14.01.2022 "You experience sudden, intense physical symptoms racing heart, sweating, shaking, dizziness, shortness of breath, nausea and you interpret them to mean som...ething is terribly wrong, often believing theyre dying or going crazy. https://childmind.org/article/panic-attacks-best-treatments

13.01.2022 GROW is fortunate to be working with you Giggles & Jiggles Speech Pathology

12.01.2022 We will be closing over the Christmas & New Year break and reopening on 13/01/2020. Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday.

12.01.2022 We wanted to create a safe and therapeutic space where children could heal and grow through play. We are thrilled with our new play therapy room. A special thank you to Oya Gulal for her creativity and hard work in putting it together.

10.01.2022 It was a busy week at GROW with new carpets and office makeovers. We look forward to our clients enjoying the newly designed space.

10.01.2022 Good news for all our clients

10.01.2022 With the announcement of Stage 4 restrictions we would like to inform our clients that GROW will continue provide psychological support via Telehealth. For any queries about appointments please call the clinic on 8339 0092. If you need urgent or after hours support you can also contact:... Lifeline 13 11 14 Kids helpline 1800 551800 Beyondblue 1300 22 4636 Stay safe and stay well

10.01.2022 A useful article on helping children manage big emotions

07.01.2022 Some very useful tips for students preparing for their VCE exams

06.01.2022 Sensory eating difficulties and Autism

06.01.2022 Mood changes are normal. However, with some people these fluctuations can cause problems with everyday functioning. This article explains what Bipolar Disorder is.

06.01.2022 Thank you Joan for making these beautiful dolls for GROW. Four of them were adopted out today

05.01.2022 Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Its a timely reminder that #YouCanTalk about suicide. Notice a mate is not acting the same as usual? Reach out to them ...and ask if they are OK. It could change their life. Lets work together to prevent suicide. MATES in Construction 1300 642 111 Lifeline 13 11 14 #WSPD2018 #matesinconstruction #suicideprevention

05.01.2022 This is good news for our Yr 12 students

05.01.2022 Very informative

04.01.2022 Speech pathologists study, diagnose and treat communication disorders, including difficulties with speaking, listening, understanding language, reading, writin...g, social skills, stuttering and using voice. They work with people who have difficulty communicating because of developmental delays, stroke, brain injuries, learning disability, intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, dementia and hearing loss, as well as other problems that can affect speech and language. People who experience difficulties swallowing food and drink safely can also be helped by a speech pathologist. - Speech Pathology Australia (2019) See more

01.01.2022 In the current situation with Covid-19 we need to protect our clinic, our staff and our clients to prevent the closure of GROW Therefore we ask you to: - Not to attend an appointment if you or your child is unwell, especially with symptoms such as sore throat, a fever or cough. - Call reception first to let us know. No fee will be charged. - If you or your child is unwell call your GP, visit a coronavirus testing centre or call helpline for medical assistance ... - Do not attend GROW if recently returned from overseas in the last 14 days - Do not attend GROW if you or your child has been in contact with anyone who has tested positive for coronavirus or who may be suspected to have coronavirus -When you attend the clinic please go straight to the bathroom and wash your hands with soap and dry with paper towels. GROW is committed to do its part to minimise the spread of coronavirus. We are cleaning and disinfecting the clinic surfaces throughout the day. We have placed our waiting room chairs at least 1.5 metres apart and we will provide paper cups for drinking water. Thank you from the team at GROW

01.01.2022 Child lead play allows children to express their emotions which is informative about their inner world. It was a battle of the giant insects and jungle animals this morning at GROW.