The Young Mind Clinic
Providing comprehensive psychological care for children and teenagers throughout Kirribilli.
Child Psychologist Kirribilli
Navigating life as a young person can sometimes be difficult. For those with social, emotional, and behavioural challenges, these difficulties may seem even more overwhelming.
At The Young Mind Clinic, we are committed to ensuring every child and teenager has the ability to access 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 Can Assist 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 provide therapy alongside thorough assessments for a range of challenges that can impact children and adolescents up to 18 years of age. 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 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
Our assessments cover a variety of concerns, such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), specific learning disorder (SLD), giftedness, and intellectual disability (ID), along with identifying cognitive and academic strengths and weaknesses to aid in educational planning.
We can assess whether various factors may be influencing the overall challenges the young person is experiencing. Every evaluation is detailed and includes screening for alternative explanations or issues.
Common Conditions We Help Address
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
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
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 Kirribilli.
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
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
Our psychologists are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and are therefore able to offer services covered by 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.
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.
Telehealth services are available. For in-clinic visits, please advise us of any mobility challenges, as there are stairs at the clinic entrance.
Book an appointment by contacting us here or by calling (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.