Struggling with your child's behaviour in Harrington Park? Our Gledswood Hills psychologists help families understand what's behind the challenging behaviour and build strategies that work. Medicare rebates available.
Book your child's ADHD assessment at our Gledswood Hills clinicMedicare rebates available
As a Harrington Park parent, you know the difference between normal childhood boundary-testing and behaviour that's become a real concern. If you're dealing with daily power struggles, explosive reactions, or behaviour that's affecting your child's friendships and school life, it's worth getting a professional perspective.
Constant negotiation or power struggles over everyday tasks
Reactions that seem out of proportion to the trigger
Difficulty reading social cues and responding appropriately
Destructive behaviour when frustrated or overwhelmed
Feedback from teachers about disruptive classroom behaviour
Emotional regulation challenges that affect the whole family
When behaviour issues persist despite your best efforts, it's a sign that something more is going on. Professional support can help you understand the root cause and build a plan that works for your whole family.
We look beyond the behaviour to understand what's driving it. Our approach equips both your child and your family with practical strategies for lasting change.
Our client care team will match you with the right psychologist at our Gledswood Hills clinic, just 8 min from Harrington Park.
Ask your GP for a Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral. This unlocks Medicare rebates for up to 10 sessions per calendar year.
You'll receive clear recommendations and practical tools that you can use at home and that the school can implement in the classroom.
You'll receive clear recommendations and practical tools that you can use at home and that the school can implement in the classroom.
Questions Harrington Park parents ask about children's behavioural support.
All children push boundaries, but when behaviour is persistent, intense, and affecting their ability to function at home, school, or with friends, it may indicate an underlying issue. A professional assessment can help determine whether what you're seeing is within the typical range or something that needs targeted support.
It's possible. Behavioural issues in children are often linked to underlying conditions like ADHD, autism, anxiety, or sensory processing difficulties. Our assessment process is designed to identify these connections so your child gets the right support, not just behaviour management.
Treatment is tailored to your child's specific needs. It might include helping your child develop emotional regulation skills, teaching them social problem-solving, and working with you on parenting strategies that reduce conflict and build cooperation.
Yes, with your consent. Many behavioural challenges play out in the classroom, and collaborating with teachers ensures a consistent approach across settings. We can provide the school with specific strategies and recommendations.
It varies depending on the complexity of the issues. Some children show improvement within six to eight sessions, while others benefit from longer support. We regularly review progress and adjust the plan as needed.
