YoungMinds Health and Development Network

31/05/2026

🎉 Celebrating some very special milestones at Young Minds this month! ✨

This month, we’re recognising some incredible members of our team for the care, dedication, laughter, and support they’ve brought to our community over the years 🌱

💜 5 Years — Georgia Constantinou
💚 4 Years — Steven Dufty & Kosta Sarinas
💜 3 Years — Annie Wenzel

Thank you for the meaningful differences that you all continue to make in the lives of the children, teens, and families Young Minds sees every single day. We’re so grateful to have you as part of the family 🫶

This month also marks a bittersweet goodbye as we celebrate the retirement of the wonderful Rod Matheson ✨

Rod has been a valued psychologist at our Redcliffe clinic, supporting many families through assessments and therapy sessions and bringing his quiet wisdom to the team over the years. We wish him all the very best for this next chapter — you’ll absolutely be missed, Rod! 💛

🔗 Want to learn more about our amazing team? Visit the link below!
https://youngmindsnetwork.com.au/team/

💬 Drop a 💜 in the comments to help us celebrate these clinicians' milestones and wish Rod a happy retirement!

29/05/2026

From emotional regulation to social skills, our evidence-based group programs are designed to nurture growth, connection, and wellbeing. 💜

📅 We run multiple programs throughout the year at our North Lakes & Stafford clinics. And enrolment for Term 3 is OPEN!

💚 We're highlighting a different group program each week! Learn more & explore our group programs through the link below! https://youngmindsnetwork.com.au/group-programs/childrens-groups/

📞 Get in touch to enrol your child in our groups programs now! Call us on (07) 3857 0074, email us at [email protected] or follow the link below to enquire today!

27/05/2026

🌿 Muddy shoes, climbing trees, collecting sticks… it might look like “just play” — but nature is doing incredible things for your child’s development 💚

Our latest blog explores the powerful benefits of natural play and why getting outside can support children’s mental health, emotional wellbeing, creativity, confidence, and even attention 🌱☀️

From reducing stress to encouraging problem-solving and imagination, outdoor play helps kids learn in ways screens simply can’t replicate ✨

So if you’ve been wondering whether it’s worth heading outside more often… the answer is a big YES 👏

🔗 Visit the link below to read the full blog and discover why nature might be one of the best tools for healthy development.

https://youngmindsnetwork.com.au/benefits-of-natural-play-why-your-kids-need-to-get-outside-today/

💬 Leave us a comment with your child’s favourite outdoor activity!

02/05/2026

🧠 Meet Buddy the Brain! 💚💜

Say hello to Buddy — Our newest (and cutest!) Young Minds mascot and therapy assistant! 👋

Buddy The Brain is here to help remind our clients that their brain isn’t something to fight against… it’s something to work with 🤝

Through our sessions, strategies, and little everyday moments, Buddy helps clients of all ages explore positive thinking, growth mindset, and understanding their emotions in a fun and friendly way! 🥰

When we start to see our brain as a friend, everything can feel a little more manageable 💛

👀 You might even spot Buddy popping up around our clinic… Keep an eye out!

🔗 Want to learn more about how we support Young Minds at every age? Head to the link below!

https://youngmindsnetwork.com.au/about-us/

💬 Leave a comment saying “BUDDY!” if you’ve spotted him in clinic... (Or if you can’t wait to meet him!)

01/05/2026

🎉✨ BIG congratulations to Annie Wenzel & Maria Ataide on becoming fully registered psychologists! 💚💜

This milestone reflects years of study, dedication, and a deep commitment to supporting our children, teens, and families with each of their unique sets of skills, and that fantastic evidence-based, compassionate care 🌱🧠

Annie and Maria both bring such warmth and heart to their work, and we are so lucky to have them both as part of our Young Minds team. Watching their growth into the clinicians they are today has been incredibly special! 🥰💜

Join us in celebrating this amazing achievement! If you see them around say congrats! Or you can leave a comment down below!

🔗 You can learn more about Annie and Maria via the link below:
https://youngmindsnetwork.com.au/team/

29/04/2026

🎉 This month's TEAM MILESTONE challenge was a bit of a tricky one! 😱

We asked two of our clinicians - Sarah & Hayley - to give us ONE WORD to describe the last 12 months with Young Minds, as we celebrate their ONE YEAR work anniversary! 🥳 Time flies when you’re making a difference ✨

Over the past year, Sarah & Hayley have supported so many children, teens, and families with warmth, compassion, and genuine care. Everyday they are helping our community feel heard, understood, and supported every step of the way! 🥰

We’re so lucky to have you both on the team. Thank you for everything you bring to Young Minds! 💜💚

🔗 Want to learn more about our team and how we support families? Check out the link below!
https://youngmindsnetwork.com.au/team/

Help us celebrate Sarah & Hayley by leaving a congrats in the comments below!

27/04/2026

Did you know about Medicare's expanded Medicare rebates for paediatric Speech and Language Pathology services??

As of 1st March 2026, an expanded list of eligible Speech and Language concerns were added to the current list of disabilities for both therapy and assessment services for individuals under the age of 25.

These concerns include:
- Stuttering
- Speech sound disorders including: articulation discorder, phonological disorder, childhood apraxia of speech (also known as dyspraxia, developmental verbal dyspraxia, or speech apraxia), and dysarthria
- Cleft lip and/or palate

Individuals under the age of 25 who are suspected of having, or are diagnosed with these conditions will be able to access MBS items under the M10 item group including allied health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment services. Please speak to your GP for more information and referral (if eligible)

At Young Minds we are pleased to be able to offer both therapy and assessment appointments at Stafford and North Lakes with IMMEDIATE AVAILABILITY! Give us a call on (07) 3857 0074 or complete the enquiry form on our website www.youngmindsnetwork.com.au

🧠 Psychology, 🧩 OT, 💬 Speech, & ✏️ Assessments!
💜 North Lakes, Redcliffe, Stafford & The Gap! 💚

27/04/2026

Disagreements are part of life… but they don’t have to turn into damage.

Whether it’s with friends, partners, teens, or family members, knowing how to disagree in a healthy way is a skill that can strengthen relationships (not strain them).

Our latest blog breaks down practical, evidence-based strategies for healthy conflict resolution, so you can navigate tough conversations with more confidence and calm.

Inside, we explore:
😡 Why conflict isn’t the problem — how we handle it is
🧠 What happens in the brain during disagreements
💜 Simple tools to communicate without escalating
🤝 Ways to repair and reconnect after conflict

Because it’s not about avoiding conflict — it’s about learning how to move through it safely and respectfully!

🔗 Visit the link below to read the full blog and start building stronger, healthier relationships.

https://youngmindsnetwork.com.au/healthy-conflict-resolution-how-to-disagree-without-doing-damage/

💬 Let us know in the comments below if conflict and communciation is something you’re working on right now.

24/04/2026

✨ Please join us in giving a warm Young Minds welcome to Katrina Mak! 💜💚

Katrina is a Speech Pathologist who brings a thoughtful, compassionate approach to supporting children and teens with their speech, language, and communication skills. 🗣💬

She has a special interest in speech and language assessments, helping families better understand their child’s communication profile and what support will make the biggest difference - at home, at school, and beyond!

✨ Katrina is passionate about creating a safe, engaging space where young people can build confidence, express themselves, and thrive — and we’re so excited for our community to meet her!

🔗 Visit the link below to learn more about Katrina and how she can support your child. https://youngmindsnetwork.com.au/team/katrina-mak/

If you see her around, help us give Katrina a warm "hello!"

23/04/2026

Young Minds will be closed tomorrow, Saturday 25th April for ANZAC Day. We will re-open on Monday 27th April.

If you need to get in touch with us during this time, please send us an email at [email protected] or leave a voicemail at (07) 3857 0074, and we will get back to you.

In an emergency, or if you are in danger, please call 000. If you are in crisis, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14. Further crisis supports can be found here: https://www.qmhc.qld.gov.au/emergency-contacts

If you or a family member are part of the Australian Defence Force, confidential 24/7 counselling and mental health support is available through the services below.
Open Arms: 1800 011 046 (https://www.openarms.gov.au/)
ADF All-hours Support Line: 1800 628 036
Defence Family Helpline: 1800 624 608 (www.defence.gov.au/members-families/defence-helpline.asp)
Safe Zone Support: 1800 142 072 (https://www.openarms.gov.au/safe-zone) (Can remain anonymous)

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old.
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.
Lest We Forget.