The Young Mind Clinic
Delivering psychology services for children and teenagers in Artarmon.
Child Psychologist Artarmon
Navigating the world as a young person can be challenging. For those dealing with social, emotional, and behavioural issues, these challenges may seem even more daunting.
At The Young Mind Clinic, we believe that every child and teenager deserves access to evidence-based therapy.
With years of experience and an understanding of young people, our psychologists are dedicated to providing excellent care. We aim to create a supportive treatment plan specifically for them.
How We Work To Support You
We are dedicated to working exclusively with children, teenagers, and their families. Our psychologists assist young people in discovering their strengths and navigating challenges, while equipping parents and carers to foster supportive relationships beyond therapy.
We deliver therapy and comprehensive evaluations to address concerns that may affect children and teenagers up to 18 years old. These can include ADHD Assessment, Autism Assessment, and Psychometric Assessment.
Therapy and Treatment
Our approach focuses on evidence-based techniques designed to address the specific issues the young person is dealing with.
We utilise evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Skills (DBT Skills), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Strengths Based Approaches, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
We offer support in a relaxed and comforting environment designed to make you and your children feel at ease.
Assessments
We offer assessments for diverse issues, including ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), specific learning difficulties (SLD), giftedness, and intellectual disability (ID), as well as evaluations to uncover cognitive and academic strengths and weaknesses for educational planning purposes.
Our assessments aim to identify if one or more underlying factors are contributing to the difficulties the young person presents with. Each assessment is in-depth and includes screening for other possible causes or concerns.
Common Conditions We Help Address
Whether your child has general concerns often seen in young people, more significant symptoms, or an established diagnosis, we can provide assistance. Some of the challenges we address include:
- Anxiety, including phobias, social anxiety, separation anxiety, generalised anxiety, and perfectionism
- Depression
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and other obsessive-compulsive behaviours, including tics
- Exam stress and other academic concerns
- Procrastination
- Sleep problems
- Oppositional behaviour
- Behavioural difficulties
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Social difficulties, including bullying in both neurotypical and neurodivergent children
- Parenting issues
Start Your Child’s Journey to Wellbeing
Reach out to us today to book a consultation and learn how our personalised approaches can help your child’s mental health and growth.
The Young Mind Clinic
Our Team of Child Psychologists
Our psychologists work with children and teenagers living in Artarmon, providing a compassionate and supportive environment to help them thrive.
SOPHIE SMITH
LISA WOOD
NIKITA SINGH
PINA CAMPAGNA
MADDIE FOOKS
MONIQUE ANDREACCHIO
DUNCAN HUNT
STEPHANIE BERTOLA
MAJELLA CONDREN
Why Contact The Young Mind Clinic?
Tailored Focus
The Young Mind Clinic is committed to helping children and teenagers up to 18 years old, creating a space where they can feel safe and supported.
Specific Practice
Our psychologists have experience working with young people and tailoring their approach to suit their unique needs. We understand children and teenagers and how to support them.
AHPRA Registered
All of our psychologists are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and can deliver services under Medicare.
Booking with us
Seeing a psychologist does not require a referral, but if you would like to claim a Medicare rebate, you can consult your GP, specialist paediatrician, or psychiatrist to arrange a Mental Health Care Plan.
You generally don’t need a referral to claim through private health insurance, but it’s important to check the specific requirements of your policy with your private health insurer.
You can book an appointment by calling the clinic on 02 9420 0896 or emailing admin@theyoungmindclinic.com.
What To Expect and How to Book
No referral is necessary to book an appointment, but a Medicare rebate can be accessed by obtaining a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP. For private health insurance rebates, referrals are generally not required, though you should verify your coverage details with your insurer.For children younger than 16, we generally start with an initial consultation involving one or both guardians, ideally both if available. For separated families, separate appointments with each parent can be arranged.
This step helps gather crucial background information, promote open dialogue, and identify the best way forward. For young people 16 and older, the first session includes both the young person and their parent/s, with time allocated for joint and separate discussions with the psychologist.
We provide Telehealth options. If attending the clinic in person, please notify us of any mobility issues as there are stairs at the entrance.
Book an appointment by contacting us here or by calling (02) 9420 0896.
Understanding and Support Within Reach
The Young Mind Clinic offers caring and supportive psychology services for children and teenagers. Whether your child has mental health challenges, an existing diagnosis, or you’ve observed potential signs of concern, we are here to assist.
Situated in Lane Cove, our clinic is easily accessible from the lower and upper North Shore, Inner West, and Inner City of Sydney. Contact us today to find out more or arrange an appointment.