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Struggling to Find Mental Health Support for Your Child?

Is Your Child Struggling to Express Their Emotions?

Worry and Anxiety grip you as you notice your child’s difficulty in sharing how they feel.
Behavioural Issues at school or home lead to a cycle of Frustration and Stress for your family.
Social Challenges have you watching with Sadness as your child struggles to make friends.
Academic Struggles tied to emotional health spark Fear for your child’s future.
Escalating Problems without early intervention leave you feeling Helpless and filled with Guilt.

Are you concerned about these issues but feel overwhelmed by the barriers to getting help? The STAR4-Kids program understands and is here to support you and your child through accessible mental health care.

We believe every child deserves the opportunity to express themselves and be understood, no matter the emotional or behavioural challenges they may face.

Empower Your Child with STAR4-Kids Support

We Understand Your Concerns

We get how tough it can be to see your child struggle without the right support. It’s hard knowing there’s a problem but not being able to reach the help your child needs. That’s why we’ve created a program that’s accessible, compassionate, and tailored to the unique challenges your child faces.

Trusted Authority in Child Support

With over a decade of experience, our team has successfully provided early intervention and support to hundreds of children, helping them overcome emotional and behavioral challenges to thrive at home and in school. Our authority in this field is your peace of mind.

Your Child’s Success Starts with You: Taking the first step can make all the difference. Let’s work together to unlock your child’s full potential.

Supporting Young Minds: The STAR4-Kids Program

The STAR4-Kids Program offers complimentary psychological therapies for children aged 3 to 12 years who are experiencing or at risk of, mild to moderate mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, or stress disorders. This initiative is specifically designed for those facing challenges in accessing the Better Access (Medicare) services.

Exclusion Criteria:

Children without barriers to accessing Better Access (Medicare).
Children diagnosed with behavioral or neurodevelopmental disorders, such as Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), except when the primary concern is related to the child’s mental health.

Unlock Your Child's Potential: Compassionate, Tailored Support for Every Challenge

Safe and nurturing environment

A safe setting where your child confidently explores and learns, feeling comfortable and nurtured.

Track your child's growth

Monitor development, stay informed on progress and areas needing improvement for focused support.

Interactive play therapy

Engage your child in play therapy for enjoyable, motivated, and active participation.

Empower Your Child‘s Therapy Experience…

Your Child's ProActive Plan

Step 1:

Book Your Child's Appointment

Arrange a supportive consultation with our caring psychologists to identify your child's emotional strengths and growth areas. Gain valuable insights into your child's emotions for effective well-being support.

Step 2:

Crafting Your Child's Personal Plan

After our initial chat, we'll put together a custom plan that's all about making your child feel stronger inside and tackling their unique needs. It's a straightforward step where we use what we've learned to build up their emotional muscles. You'll feel confident knowing we're using a kind and thoughtful method to help your child's emotional growth and boost their self-esteem.

Step 3:

See Your Child's Emotional Growth

As your child follows the growth plan, you'll see them grow in emotional intelligence, empathy, and self-confidence. Watch your child become happier and more emotionally balanced, equipped to tackle life's challenges with confidence.

Unlock Your Child's Potential

With STAR4-Kids

Early childhood is a golden window for brain development. STAR4-Kids offers a stimulating environment that nurtures cognitive, social, and emotional growth, all at no cost for eligible families. Here’s why it’s the best choice for your child:

Interactive Play Therapy: Engages children in educational play, allowing them to express themselves and learn in the most natural way.
Group Activities: Encourages social interaction, teaching vital cooperation and communication skills among peers.
Structured Program: Offers a proven, evidence-based approach to enhance your child's emotional and cognitive development.
Parental Involvement: While we provide the structure, your involvement is key, creating a holistic approach to your child's growth.
Long-term Benefits: Investing in early intervention with STAR4-Kids leads to improved development and social skills, setting your child up for success.

What does that mean?

Choosing STAR4-Kids means giving your child a head start in life. It’s not just about the immediate benefits of growing emotionally and socialising; it’s about laying a solid foundation for their future. With our engaging, evidence-based program, your child will develop the skills they need to thrive. And because it’s free for eligible families, it’s an investment in your child’s future that’s accessible right now. Let’s nurture their potential together.

Your Child's Path to Wellness
Tailored Services and Support

Confidential Consultations: You'll have a safe space to openly share your thoughts, ensuring you feel secure and understood, fostering trust and openness in your sessions.
Clinical and Registered Psychologists: You'll receive care from qualified professionals, giving you tailored guidance and evidence-based practices for your mental health.
Personalised Session Plans: Your child will receive a treatment plan tailored specifically to their needs, making your sessions more relevant and effective for better outcomes.
Interactive Play Therapy: This unique approach ensures your child looks forward to each session, eagerly shares their thoughts, and actively participates, boosting their motivation and transforming therapy into a playful adventure.
Cultivate Empathy and Self-Awareness: Equip your child with Emotional Intelligence, designed to nurture empathy and self-awareness. This foundational skill set paves the way for your child to forge stronger connections and master the art of self-regulation, ensuring they navigate their emotions and relationships with more confidence and ease.
Monitor Development, Foster Growth: Track your child's development, gaining invaluable insights into their growth and identifying areas that need attention. This empowers you to support your child's learning journey every step of the way, ensuring they receive the guidance they need to thrive.

Online Telehealth Options: You and your child will have the flexibility to access support from anywhere, ensuring help is available even if you can't make it to the clinic.
Diverse Specialisations with a Neuroaffirmative Approach: Your child will be paired with a psychologist who specialises in their specific concerns and embraces a neuroaffirmative approach, leading to a tailored and inclusive therapeutic experience.
Ongoing Support: You and your child will have continuous access to mental health resources, ensuring you feel supported and empowered at every stage of your journey to wellness.
Parental Involvement: Unlock the power of supportive strategies with your Parental Involvement. Designed to guide you in reinforcing your child's therapy at home, you'll learn effective ways to support your child, become an integral part of their development, and significantly enhance their therapy experience.
Optional Social Skills Group Activities: Introduce your child to our Social Skills Group Activities, where they'll not only enjoy the benefit of engaging with peers but also master essential life skills. Foster increased cooperation and communication, ensuring your child develops the social skills necessary for success in all areas of life.

Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential, starting today…

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The ProActive Psychology Practice

Psychological Therapy and Services

The ProActive Psychology Practice is a dedicated psychology practice, which offers a wide variety of therapeutic techniques, and treatments, which are informed by both current research and experience. These therapies are tailored to the specific needs of our clients. Depending on the client’s wishes and requirements, the practice offers a range of these therapies in either an individual or group setting.

Address

Fairfield Clinic
Rosa House, 5/12 Nelson St, Fairfield NSW 2165

Bankstown Clinic
Suite 6/39 Stanley St, Bankstown NSW 2065, Australia

Phone

Fairfield Clinic, 02 9727 7752

Bankstown Clinic, 02 9796 3925

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