The Young Mind Clinic
Delivering psychology services for children and teenagers in Cammeray.
Child Psychologist Cammeray
Being a young person navigating the world can be tough. For those facing social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties, the journey may feel even more overwhelming.
At The Young Mind Clinic, we believe that every child and teenager deserves access to evidence-based therapy.
Our psychologists, with their experience and understanding of young people, are committed to offering personalised care. We strive to develop a supportive treatment plan tailored to their needs.
How We Work To Support You
Our practice is exclusively focused on children, teenagers, and their families. We help young people recognise their abilities and adopt strategies to face life’s obstacles, and we guide parents and carers in creating positive and ongoing connections.
Our services include therapy and detailed assessments for various issues that may influence children and adolescents up to the age of 18. These can include ADHD Assessment, Autism Assessment, and Psychometric Assessment.
Therapy and Treatment
We apply evidence-based strategies tailored to the unique difficulties faced by the young person.
Our therapeutic approach is evidence based and includes 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
Our services include assessments for ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), specific learning disorders (SLD), giftedness, and intellectual disability (ID), along with identifying cognitive and academic strengths and weaknesses to support educational planning.
Our process involves determining if multiple factors are contributing to the challenges the young person is facing. Each assessment is thorough and includes screening for other potential explanations or concerns.
Common Conditions We Support
Whether your child is experiencing common challenges faced by young people, more significant symptoms, or has an existing diagnosis, we can offer support. Our assistance includes, but is not limited to, the following difficulties:
- 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
Get in touch with us today to arrange a consultation and explore how our customised care can benefit your child’s mental wellbeing and development.
The Young Mind Clinic
Our Team of Child Psychologists
Our psychologists work with children and teenagers living in Cammeray, 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 dedicated to supporting children and adolescents up to 18 years old, offering a welcoming environment tailored specifically for them.
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
Our team of psychologists is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and can provide Medicare-rebates.
Booking with us
You can see a psychologist without a referral, but to receive a Medicare rebate, you’ll need to obtain a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP, specialist paediatrician, or psychiatrist.
Private health insurance claims typically do not require a referral, though you should verify the terms of your policy directly 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
Booking an appointment does not require a referral, but if you wish to claim a Medicare rebate, you’ll need an eligible Mental Health Care Plan from your GP. Private health insurance rebates usually do not need a referral, though it’s important to confirm the specifics of your coverage with your insurer.For young people under 16, an initial consultation is usually held with one or both guardians, preferably with both attending if feasible. For separated families, separate consultations with each parent can be scheduled.
This process aims to collect important background details, facilitate open discussion, and decide on the best course of action. For those aged 16 and older, the initial consultation involves both the young person and their parent/s, usually including time with the psychologist both together and individually.
We offer Telehealth options. If you plan to visit the clinic, please let us know about any mobility concerns, as the entrance has stairs.
To arrange an appointment, get in touch here or call on (02) 9420 0896.
Understanding and Support Within Reach
The Young Mind Clinic provides compassionate psychological services for children and teenagers. Whether your child has a diagnosis, is dealing with mental health concerns, or you’ve spotted signs of a potential problem, we can help.
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.