Children’s therapy
Our experienced psychologists are passionate about working with children aged
Supporting Children Through Life’s Challenges
Children, just like adults, can experience difficulties that impact their mental health and wellbeing. Whether it’s challenges at school, changes in the family, anxiety, or behavioural concerns, early intervention can make a significant difference in a child’s long-term emotional resilience and development.
At Spencer Mental Healthcare, our child-focused psychologists provide a safe and supportive space for your child to express themselves, build coping skills, and work through any difficulties they may be facing. We work closely with both children and their families to ensure therapeutic goals are meaningful, practical, and empowering.
Common Concerns We Help With
We offer therapy for a range of common childhood concerns, including:
- Anxiety and fears (e.g., separation anxiety, social anxiety, phobias)
- Low mood or depression
- Behavioural issues at home or school
- ADHD and attention difficulties
- Emotional regulation challenges
- Social difficulties and peer problems
- School refusal or academic stress
- Grief and loss
- Family changes, such as divorce or separation
- Self-esteem and confidence issues
When to Seek Professional Help
It’s not always easy to know when your child may need additional support. Some signs that your child may benefit from seeing a psychologist include:
- Persistent worries or fears
- Trouble managing emotions (e.g., frequent meltdowns or anger outbursts)
- Changes in sleep, appetite, or energy levels
- Withdrawal from friends, family, or previously enjoyed activities
- Difficulties concentrating or staying on task
- Ongoing school refusal or academic decline
- Regressive behaviours (e.g., bedwetting, clinginess)
- Expressions of low self-worth or hopelessness
If you’re noticing any of these signs, it may be helpful to speak with one of our psychologists to better understand what’s going on and how to best support your child.
Why Choose Spencer Mental Healthcare?
Our clinic offers several key advantages when it comes to supporting your child’s mental health:
- Experienced child psychologists trained in child development and evidence-based therapy methods such as CBT, play-based approaches, and emotion-focused techniques
- Warm, child-friendly environment that helps children feel at ease
- Collaborative family approach—we work with parents, schools, and other professionals as needed to support your child’s progress
- Short wait times—typically just 5–7 days for an appointment
- Convenient Wollongong location with Telehealth options available
- High client satisfaction, with excellent Google reviews and strong word-of-mouth referrals
Book an Appointment
Taking the first step to support your child’s mental health can feel daunting, but we’re here to help make it easy.
If you’re concerned about your child or simply want to talk to someone about how therapy might help, we invite you to give us a call or fill out our contact form. One of our friendly team members will be in touch to help you schedule an appointment with one of our experienced child psychologists.
Your child’s wellbeing is our priority—and we’re here to support you both every step of the way.