The Young Mind Clinic
Offering dedicated psychology services for children and teenagers in Castlecrag.
Child Psychologist Castlecrag
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 are committed to ensuring every child and teenager has the ability to access evidence-based therapy.
Our experienced psychologists, with their specific insight into young people, focus on delivering a tailored and supportive treatment plan 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.
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
Our treatment plans are built around evidence-based practices, addressing the specific challenges the young person is experiencing.
We incorporate 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).
Our approach involves providing support in a calm and reassuring space to help 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 Support
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
Schedule a consultation with us today and find out how our tailored approaches can aid your child’s mental health and development.
The Young Mind Clinic
Our Team of Child Psychologists
With our exclusive focus in this field, we offer a supportive and nurturing environment to foster the growth and wellbeing of children and teenagers living in Castlecrag.
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
All of our psychologists specialise in working with young people, ensuring their individual needs are met. We know how to connect with children and teens and offer the right support.
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
A referral is not necessary to see a psychologist, but to access a Medicare rebate, you will need to visit your GP, specialist paediatrician, or psychiatrist for an eligible Mental Health Care Plan.
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
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 under 16, we typically arrange an initial consultation with one or both guardians, with a preference for both to attend if possible. For families where parents are separated, individual consultations with each parent can be organised.
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.
You can schedule an appointment by reaching out here or calling us 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.
Based in Lane Cove, we are ideally located for the lower and upper North Shore, Inner West, and Sydney Inner City. Reach out today to learn more or schedule an appointment.