The Young Mind Clinic
Providing comprehensive psychological care for children and teenagers throughout Chatswood.
Child Psychologist Chatswood
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 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.
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
We apply evidence-based strategies tailored to the unique difficulties faced by the young person.
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).
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 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 Chatswood.
SOPHIE SMITH
LISA WOOD
NIKITA SINGH
PINA CAMPAGNA
MADDIE FOOKS
MONIQUE ANDREACCHIO
DUNCAN HUNT
STEPHANIE BERTOLA
MAJELLA CONDREN
DR MANREENA KAUR
KELLY SHAH
Why Contact The Young Mind Clinic?
Tailored Focus
At The Young Mind Clinic, we work exclusively with children and adolescents aged up to 18, providing a space designed to make them feel at ease.
Specific Practice
Each psychologist on our team is skilled in working with young people and addressing their specific requirements.We have an understanding of children and teens and how to provide the support they need.
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.
A referral is not generally needed to claim through private health insurance, but you should confirm the details 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
You can book an appointment without a referral. To claim a Medicare rebate, an eligible Mental Health Care Plan from your GP is required. Referrals are generally unnecessary for private health insurance rebates, but you should confirm your coverage conditions 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 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 provide Telehealth options. If attending the clinic in person, please notify us of any mobility issues as there are stairs at the entrance.
To arrange an appointment, get in touch here or call on (02) 9420 0896.
Understanding and Support Within Reach
At The Young Mind Clinic, we deliver thoughtful and empathetic psychological care for children and teenagers. Whether your child is facing mental health difficulties, has a diagnosis, or you’ve noticed possible issues, we’re here to support you.
Our clinic in Lane Cove is conveniently located for the lower and upper North Shore, Inner West, and Sydney Inner City. Get in touch with us today to learn more or book an appointment.