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Headstart offers Psychology, Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy services to people of all ages

We have three practice locations in Black Forest, Wayville and Gawler.

04/11/2026

Autism, learning and emotional wellbeing concerns can sometimes overlap, which can make it hard to know where to begin. 💭

You may notice differences in how your child is learning, communicating, managing emotions or participating in everyday life, without knowing which assessment pathway is the right fit.

An initial conversation with Headstart can help families talk through what they have noticed and better understand which assessment or support pathway may be appropriate. 💙

Book an assessment with Headstart: https://www.headstartis.com.au/campaign/headstart_wayville_gawler.html

*All information is general and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Headstart can consult with you regarding your individual needs.

28/10/2026

Families may start thinking about an autism assessment when they notice ongoing differences in areas such as communication, social interaction, sensory experiences or participation in everyday life. 💭

These differences can look very different from one child to another, and no single characteristic can tell you whether a child is Autistic. An assessment considers information from multiple sources to build a broader understanding of a child’s strengths, experiences and support needs.

For some families, exploring an assessment can be a helpful next step when questions persist across home, school or other settings. 💙

Book an autism assessment with Headstart:
https://www.headstartis.com.au/campaign/headstart_wayville_gawler.html

*All information is general and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Headstart can consult with you regarding your individual needs.

26/10/2026

School grades can tell part of the story, but they don’t always explain how a child learns. 📚

A psychoeducational assessment can explore cognitive abilities alongside academic skills such as reading, writing and maths, helping to build a clearer picture of a child’s individual learning profile. Headstart may also consider clinical observations and information from parents and teachers as part of the assessment process.

Understanding both strengths and areas of difficulty can provide useful information to help families and educators make more informed decisions about learning and support. 💙

Learn more about psychoeducational assessments: https://www.headstartis.com.au/therapies/psycho-educational-assessment/

*All information is general and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Headstart can consult with you regarding your individual needs.

23/10/2026

Noticing differences in how your child communicates, understands language or expresses themselves can raise a lot of questions, especially when you’re not sure what the next step should be. 💭

A speech and language assessment can help build a clearer picture of your child’s communication strengths, areas where support may be helpful, and how communication is affecting everyday participation.

Our latest article explores some of the signs families may notice, what the assessment journey can involve, and when it may be helpful to seek further guidance.

Read the full article: https://headstartis.com.au/knowledge-centre/choosing-the-right-assessment-for-your-child/

*All information is general and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Headstart can consult with you regarding your individual needs.

13/10/2026

Preparing for an assessment can feel easier when you know what information may be useful to have on hand. 📝

Depending on the type of assessment, Headstart may ask for background information such as developmental history, school or educator feedback, previous reports, questionnaires, and examples of strengths or concerns across different settings. For adult assessments, input from someone who has known the person well over time may also be helpful.

The exact information needed can vary from person to person, but gathering relevant background details beforehand can help the clinician build a fuller picture and make the assessment process feel more informed from the outset. 💙

Book your assessment now: https://www.headstartis.com.au/campaign/headstart_wayville_gawler.html

*All information is general and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Headstart can consult with you regarding your individual needs.

10/10/2026

This World Mental Health Day, it’s worth remembering that behaviour can sometimes be a form of communication. 💙

Changes in participation, emotional responses, routines or withdrawal may be signs that a child is feeling overwhelmed, distressed or in need of greater understanding and support.

Looking beyond the behaviour itself can help adults respond with curiosity and compassion, and consider what may be happening underneath. 🌱

At Headstart, we support children and families to better understand individual needs and find practical ways forward.

*All information is general and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Headstart can consult with you regarding your individual needs.

08/10/2026

Genna is a Clinical Psychologist at Headstart who works with children, adolescents, young adults and families, supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health with a warm, client-centred approach.

Her work includes supporting people experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress and relationship difficulties, as well as working with Autistic people and their families.

Getting to know the clinician behind the care can make taking the next step feel a little easier. 💙

Learn more about Headstart’s Psychology team: https://www.headstartis.com.au/public/about-us/psychologists/

*All information is general and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Headstart can consult with you regarding your individual needs.

07/10/2026

🎉 Celebrating a Wonderful Achievement! 🎉

Please join us in congratulating Molly Kernahan on achieving her General Psychology Registration!

This milestone reflects Molly's dedication, hard work, and commitment to supporting the wellbeing of her clients and community. We are incredibly proud of everything she has accomplished and are excited to see her continue to grow and thrive in her career as a psychologist.

Congratulations, Molly, on this well-deserved achievement! 👏🌟

01/10/2026

Everyday life can look very different from one person to the next. 💭

From morning routines and school days to work and preparing a meal, everyday activities can take different levels of energy, planning and support and that effort is not always visible.

An occupational therapy assessment looks at how a person manages and participates in daily life, helping build a clearer picture of routines, strengths and support needs.

This functional information can help guide planning and recommendations. 🌱

Book an OT assessment: https://www.headstartis.com.au/services/occupational-therapy/

*All information is general and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Headstart can consult with you regarding your individual needs.

25/09/2026

Sometimes, the effort a child puts into learning isn’t reflected in their academic results. 📚

A Psychoeducational Assessment can help build a clearer picture of how a child learns, including areas of strength and areas where additional support may be helpful. For families wondering why effort, ability and school performance don’t seem to align, greater understanding can be a helpful place to begin. 🌱

Start with a free 15min discovery call to learn more: https://calendly.com/admin-headstartis/30min?month=2026-08

*All information is general and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Headstart can consult with you regarding your individual needs.

Address

Adelaide, SA

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	7:45am - 4pm

Telephone

+61883734531

Website

http://www.headstartis.com.au/

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