The Jacaranda Centre in Cardiff, New South Wales, Australia | Psychologist

The Jacaranda Centre

Locality: Cardiff, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 4954 8822

Address: 10 Harrison Street 2285 Cardiff, NSW, Australia

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

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22.01.2022 A great few minutes read - 'the coke bottle effect' Let's remember to hold compassion and curiosity front of mind when thinking about and responding to children. Being reprimanded for having feelings or finding something difficult and being unable to say so, describe why or 'what's wrong' just leads to more distress and confusion for them AND you. As ADHD awareness month closes out, let's commit to being mindful that children don't mean to be hard work, or intend to make yo...Continue reading

19.01.2022 While many of us are having a few days off over the school holidays to be with our own families, know this.....

18.01.2022 We are so excited to welcome Kathryn Russell, Senior Clinical Psychologist, to our team so that we can reach out and support even more of our community! Kathryn has a wealth of knowledge coming from years of experience in both the private sector and in public health teams focusing on young people and families including for mental health support, trauma work, learning and disability assessment. Check out some of Kathryn's comments below to learn more about her approach to work...ing as a Psychologist. Outside of work, Kathryn is an unashamed ABBA and 80's music fan, and might enjoy the occasional Italian delicacy too There is also a more detailed bio on our website for those wanting to know more. As always, when you call us for assistance, we work hard to match your child's needs with the skills of our clinical team, so reading the team bios will give you a step ahead. team Jacaranda

17.01.2022 When you call or come into our Centre, Jaki is one of the friendly voices and faces you will encounter to support your journey. Jaki has been a casual with our team for about 18 months now, so this post is well overdue!!! There is far more than meets the eye with our gentle, caring, super clever administration & client liaison officer! She has a great many achievements including being a humble HD average Uni student with a passion for ancient history, forensics and criminol...ogy, when she's not taking care of her monstrous Malamute or family :) Jaki has a passion for all kinds of music and is going to be starring in a podcast series with a group of gal pals on the 2021 agenda. With many years of experience in childcare, Jaki is sure to make the visit for your whole family to our Centre a relaxed experience. team Jacaranda See more

17.01.2022 Each and every child deserves to feel safe and protected. It's their right. Safe communities = safe children Friday 11th September 2020 - White Balloon Day - helping kids to stay safe. ... See parent tip sheets at - https://whiteballoonday.com.au//use/educational-resources/ Thanks for your support, The Jacaranda Team

15.01.2022 Professional colleagues and parents alike will find helpful info here about keeping kids safe. It takes a village team Jacaranda https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=2252751604870529&id=387624131383295

14.01.2022 This is a great overview of what is important for kiddos starting big school in 2021. A must read for parents especially with modified kinder orientation programs to ease any anxieties and give you some tips on how you can help at home. Team Jacaranda https://www.abc.net.au//school-readiness-during-a/12679484

12.01.2022 We know this is hard to hear - but with 1 in 5 Australian children sexually harmed in some way before their 18th birthday, everyone is a stakeholder when it comes to child protection. This White Balloon Day, The Jacaranda Centre team are focusing on how we can support prevention of sexual assault and exploitation of children. Providing this information to you is one way we can do that. Children and adolescents who have been sexually assaulted can suffer a range of psycholog...ical and behavioural problems, from mild to severe, in both the short and long term. These effects vary depending upon the circumstances of the abuse and the child’s developmental stage. POTENTIAL INDICATORS of sexual harm in children - Unusual or new fears, sometimes around touch Difficulty concentrating or with memory Eating or sleeping changes Fear of being alone with a particular person Sexual themes in artwork, stories, play etc. Showing a knowledge of sexual behaviour beyond their years Bed-wetting or soiling after being toilet trained ‘Acting out’ behaviours (aggression, destructive behaviours, truanting behaviour) ‘Acting in’ behaviours (withdrawal from friends and family, depression) Problems with friends and schoolwork Vague symptoms of illness such as headache or tummy ache Self-harm (cutting, risky behaviour) Vaginal, penile or anal soreness, discharge or bleeding Zoning out or not listening See the full tip sheet here - https://whiteballoonday.com.au//use/educational-resources/ Bravehearts is Australia’s leading child protection organisation working to holistically prevent child sexual assault and exploitation. Their vital services include specialised counselling and support for children and families, personal safety education for children and young people, child protection training, preventative research and lobbying. Those needing support or advice can contact Bravehearts’ freecall Support Line on 1800 272 831, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm (AEST) or visit their website: bravehearts.org.au.

11.01.2022 So blessed to work with this fabulously talented, committed and caring team of Psychologists - from the Director, Emma Team Jacaranda #psychologyweek2020 #psychologyforlife #teamworkmakesthedreamwork

06.01.2022 'Kids and their inner superhero' In the midst of book weeks with kids all over dressing up as favourite characters it seemed a great time to share this fantastic story with you to help you, help your kids, harness the hero they already are. You can get the book in hard copy but here's a reading by the author. A great weekend view :) team Jacaranda https://fb.watch/1hW8m5TlGg/

04.01.2022 TODAY 10/10/2020 is World Mental Health Day. Such a critical message at a critical time for humanity. Be kind to yourself...so you can then pass it on when needed. The Jacaranda Team

02.01.2022 Free Online Event TODAY - Tuesday 10 November, 8pm AEDT As part of Psychology Week 2020, the APS is hosting a free public online event on the topic of pain. ... Treating chronic pain often involves a team of health professionals, including psychologists working collaboratively. In fact, psychological treatments are one of the few evidence based treatments for pain. APS psychologists and other experts, including a consumer representative who has direct experience in living with chronic pain, have come together to talk to Australians about pain and its treatment. You will have the chance to ask questions and will be given information on how to access psychological support. Register here - https://psychweek.org.au/webinar/

01.01.2022 Exciting budget announcement to support existing and new clients for psychology support! 2020 is looking up ...!

01.01.2022 It's National Psychology Week!! For perhaps the first time, Psychologists With a focus on pain and how psychologists can help. "Chronic pain is a common problem. Its impacts are not just physical. It also impacts on emotional, mental and social wellbeing and its effects touch both the individual and those close to them".... #psychologyweek2020 #psychologyofpain #psychologyforlife