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Educational & Developmental Psychology | We understand that each child’s brain develops in its own unique way.

As such we offer a holistic view to treatment, considering the ‘whole’ child when forming a diagnosis developing appropriate strategies.

24/05/2026

Your greatest contribution to the universe may not be something you do, but someone you raise.

Every ordinary day builds a life.
Your patience, presence, comfort and guidance may influence your child in ways you may never fully see.

Challenge:
Write down one small but meaningful thing you did for your child this week.

Then, name one person you are grateful for who has had a positive influence on your life; someone whose care, encouragement or belief in you helped shape who you are today.

Let’s all try to notice the small ways we are showing up for our children each day!

18/05/2026

This Useful Tip Tuesday, we’re thinking about the tricky little window after school…
Sometimes the first 10 minutes home can shape the whole afternoon 🏫🌿

This Weeks Tip: Create an After-School Landing Spot.

Many young people hold it together all day, then let go once they are back in a safe place.
Before questions, homework, jobs or reminders, their body may need a small pause to shift out of “school mode”.

Here’s how you can help:
🟣 Pause before questions. Try saying: “I’m happy to see you. We can talk after you’ve had a little reset.”
🟣 Create a predictable landing place. This might be the couch, bedroom, backyard, beanbag, trampoline, or a quiet snack spot.
🟣 Offer fewer words. Instead of lots of questions, try: “Snack first or quiet first?”
🟣 Give their body time to arrive home. Some young people need quiet, some need movement, and some need connection nearby without talking.
🟣 Come back later. Once things feel steadier, try: “Is now a good time to tell me one thing about your day?”

Quick Win:
Try a 10-minute landing spot today. No questions, no jobs, no homework talk. Just snack, quiet, movement, or connection.

Why It Works:
A predictable pause helps young people feel safer after a busy day. When their body has time to settle, they often have more capacity for listening, talking and shifting into the afternoon routine. It also tells them: “You don’t have to perform the moment you walk through the door.”

Small pauses can make afternoons feel softer for everyone. Look out next month for our next Useful Tip Tuesday 💜

(Please Note: General information only, not a substitute for individual advice)

31/03/2026

🗓️ Increased assessment availability with Kate, one of our Clinical Psychologists at Mini Minds!

Appointments are currently available for:
• Autism assessments
• ADHD assessments
• Specific learning difficulties
• Cognitive assessments (including giftedness and intellectual disability)

We know many families and referrers are looking for timely access to assessment support, so we wanted to share this update.

If you would like more information or would like to enquire, please reach out to our team!

30/03/2026

We’re hiring | Registered Psychologist

Mini Minds Child & Adolescent Health is looking for a Registered Psychologist to join our team!

We’d love to hear from someone warm, thoughtful, and neuro-affirming who enjoys working with children, adolescents, and families, and values being part of a supportive and collaborative workplace.

For the right person, there is opportunity to step into a busy caseload from the outset, with flexibility around how their schedule looks. We’re also looking forward to welcoming someone who will contribute to the warm, connected, and supportive team environment we work hard to build and maintain at Mini Minds.

To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter to [email protected] or message us for a confidential chat.

Please feel free to share with anyone who may be interested 🙌

16/03/2026

Words shape identity. The ones they hear most become the ones they repeat to themselves! 🙌 Thank you Brooke Hampton for the clear and simple reminder this quote of the month Monday!

Small Challenge: Say something uplifting to your child today, then notice their reaction 💟

04/02/2026

✨ We’re hiring ✨
Practice Manager (Part-Time) at Mini Minds Child & Adolescent Psychology (East Fremantle, Perth).

🕒 2–3 days per week (school hours), with some flexibility around days
▶ Start ASAP
✅ Admin experience required
⭐ Private health / allied health practice experience preferred

If you love making a busy clinic feel calm and organised — through great systems, smooth diary flow, and steady problem-solving...we’d love to hear from you!

📩 To apply, email your CV + a short note to [email protected]
Subject: Practice Manager – Mini Minds

Job ad - https://www.minimindshealth.com.au/join-the-team-administration

(Please email if you’d like a more detailed position description)

Feel free to share with someone who’d be a great fit 🙌

07/01/2026

School mornings shouldn’t feel like a battle ⚔️🥺

if getting out the door, drop-offs, or even the lead-up to school next month has been feeling tense, teary, or full of worry…you’re not alone.

Our one-hour parent workshop is designed to help you feel more confident supporting your young person through school worries, with practical strategies that build safety and steadiness (without accidentally feeding the worry).

🧠 What we’ll cover:
✨ Why the anxiety is there and what it’s trying to do
✨ How to respond in ways that help your child feel safer
✨ Simple tools for calmer mornings and smoother goodbyes
✨ Gentle group discussion + solution-focused brainstorming with other parents

📅 Limited spots available — bookings via Eventbrite (link in bio)
or email [email protected] for details.

29/12/2025

This Useful Tip Tuesday, let’s make the holiday chaos a little calmer with one tiny, predictable routine that really helps 🌱

Tip: Do a “Two-Minute Preview” before transitions.

Holiday days have a lot of mini-transitions (screens off, getting out the door, visitors arriving, bedtime). When kids feel surprised or rushed, their nervous system can flip into “nope!” mode. A calm preview gives their brain time to shift gears, especially for kids who find change, stopping, or waiting tough.

Here’s how:
🟣 Preview the next two steps (only two!).
Try: “In two minutes, screens off. Then we’ll put shoes on.”
🟣 Name the hard part with warmth.
Try: “Stopping is tough when you’re having fun.”
🟣 Offer one small choice inside the plan.
Try: “Do you want to turn it off, or shall I press the button with you?”
🟣 Use a simple timer they can see.
Try: “When the timer beeps, it’s time.” (Then follow through calmly.)
🟣 Finish with a connecting bridge.
Try: “First ___, then ___. After that, I’m keen to hear what you were building/watching.”

Quick Win: Make a “Holiday Transition Phrase” and stick with it (i.e. “First ___, then ___.”). Write it on a note on the fridge. The repetition is what makes it work.

Why it works
Previewing reduces uncertainty, and choice reduces power struggles. The timer becomes the “boss,” and your calm, predictable language helps your child shift from one activity to the next without feeling blindsided.

If the holidays feel loud and messy, you’re not alone. Tiny predictable moments can steady the whole day 💜 See you next month for another practical tool.

Note: This is general information only — not a substitute for individual professional advice.

24/12/2025

We’d like to wish our clients and the Mini Minds family a very Merry Christmas Season and a happy start to the New Year🎄✨⁠
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We’re hoping this break brings you a little more rest, kindness, time together, and that you’re able to look after each other in the small, everyday ways that matter most 💜
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Our team will be having a well-earned break and will be returning early in the New Year.⁠
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Take care and we look forward to seeing you in the New Year! Warm wishes from all of us (and Bonty 🐾⁠) 🥰⁠⁠⁠
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Please Note⁠
Mini Minds does not provide emergency mental health services. If you need emergency support, call 000 or visit your nearest emergency department. If you need to speak with someone urgently, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

25/11/2025

This Useful Tip Tuesday, let’s help kids build a kinder inner voice through simple language swaps 🌱

This Week’s Tip: Turn Fixed Self-Talk into “Growing” Self-Talk.

The way children speak to themselves shapes how they face hard tasks. Small word changes can turn “I can’t” into “I’m learning”, helping to build confidence and self-esteem.

Here’s how: 
🟣 Spot the fixed story. When you hear “I’m dumb / I’m just slow / I’ll never get this,” pause and name the feeling first: “This feels really hard and that’s frustrating. I get it.”

🟣 Add a tiny bridge word. Could you try swapping “I can’t” → “I can’t yet.” “I always mess up” → “I sometimes mess up, and I’m practising.”

🟣 Praise the doing, not the label. Instead of “You’re so clever,” try: “I noticed you tried two different ways and kept going.”

🟣 Offer a micro-strategy. “Let’s do the first step together.” “Set a 3-minute timer, then quick break, then another 3.” 
Short, doable steps help to navigate big feelings.

Quick Win: Create a “Helpful Word Flips” bookmark for home or school. On one side: common fixed phrases (e.g., “I’m terrible at this.”). On the other: growing swaps (e.g., “I’m still learning this.”). Keep it on the desk or in the pencil case so kids can flip it when they get stuck.

Why It Works: Kids often turn our words into their inner voice. Naming feelings lowers stress; tiny swaps like ‘yet’ keep effort alive; specific praise teaches what to repeat next time. Bit by bit, that builds a steady growth mindset.

Remember, strengthening a growth mindset is a continuous journey. Each tiny step brings us closer to steady confidence! Don’t miss our next Useful Tip Tuesday, where we’ll share more easy, evidence-informed strategies to support your parenting journey 🤗 . . 

Disclaimer: This content is for general informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Individual circumstances vary, so we recommend consulting with a qualified professional for personalised guidance.

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Perth, WA
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