I get asked a lot from separating parents on how to talk to their child and how they can best help their kids through the separation process. Below are 5 things you can do that will help them adjust a little more smoothly: Explain to your kids what is happening. The best way to do […]
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Learning Disability Assessment
What is a learning disability assessment? A psycho-educational assessment assesses for a learning disability by providing an understanding of intellectual abilities and educational achievement abilities whilst screening for potential difficulties that may be impacting upon a child’s ability to learn or retain information. What is involved in a psycho-educational assessment? Initial interview with the parent(s) and […]
Perinatal Non-Directive Support Counselling now available!
I am very proud to now be able to offer perinatal non-directive support counselling or, as it used to be called, pregnancy support counselling. What is pregnancy support counselling? It’s a treatment that helps a person explore and make sense of their feelings and thoughts about a pregnancy related issue. Innertwist offers this service to […]
Causes of Child Misbehaviour
Parenting is a tough job and every parent struggles with managing their child’s behaviour, or misbehaviour, at one time or another with some parents struggling more than others. In order to understand how to bring out positive behaviours and manage child misbehaviour, it helps if a parent has an awareness of what may have contributed to […]
3 simple stress reduction strategies that work for children and adolescents
It’s rare to find a child, adolescent, or young person who doesn’t suffer from stress these days. So, what can be done about it? Or, more specifically, what quick and effective strategies can you implement when your child is feeling stressed. Below you’ll find 3 different short and direct techniques that with practise, and by practise I […]
We’re open!
InnerTwist Clinical Psychology is very excited to announce that its wonderful new clinic is now open.
Treatment For Kids and Teens Experiencing Grief and Trauma
A child’s ability to bounce back from the loss of a loved one or from a traumatic life event is incredible.
Does Your Child Worry Too Much?
It’s pretty normal for children to have small fears at different stages of their development.