Disability Support
Disability Support
Psychology for Life provides clinical support to children, adolescents and adults with developmental disability to address concerns and improve quality of life for the person and the family. This includes Intellectual Disability, autism, ADHD, Downs Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy. Psychology for Life uses evidence based psychological interventions and evidence based practice from many years of experience supporting people with disabilities.
Comprehensive assessments
Assessments are useful for identifying both diagnosis and guide treatment. Our comprehensive assessments include developmental and family history, environment, communication, relationships, life skills, social skills and ability to self regulate
clinical interventions
We tailor interventions to individual needs to bring about positive outcomes in mental health, behaviour, communication, relationships, skills and personal development. Our evidence based practice include supportive counselling, social skills training, self -regulation, mindfulness and Applied Behaviour Analysis.
Family Support
We work closely with the family and supports to draw on individual strengths. Counselling for parents around any issues supporting your child including parenting strategies and any emotional issues that are causing the family members distress.
Psychology for Life specialises in family therapy which works on the family as a unit to bring about well-being of the family and each member of the family.
In each session we aim to provide
Helpful tools, tips, and tricks for navigating your unique obstacles
FAQs
How Can i help my child to become Independent?
Helping your child to become independent involves focusing on key areas including living skills, personal skills, social skills, emotional well-being and everyday activities. What’s important is providing consistent building blocks for your child to develop in these areas and lots of encouragement.
Psychology for Life will work together with you and your child to develop his /her independence which is crucial for good mental health, well- being and quality of life.
How can i improve my social life?
It is important to use all the resources that are provided by NDIS providers including psychologists to develop social skills, improve communication and relationships.
Having good social supports and networks increases resilience and improves mental health and well-being.
At Psychology for Life we focus on developing social skills, communication, social networks and support. Good relationships are the foundation for good mental health.
What should I expect if I come to your practice
You will experience a personal, warm and professional approach
You can expect that we will assess the whole picture and work together with you with an individual approach taking into account your unique situation.
After a comprehensive assessment we will work together on common goals to achieve the practical changes you would like to see.
What should I expect if I come to your practice with my child?
Psychology for Life conducts comprehensive assessments working together with the parents and the school and supporting the child and parents with practical strategies to make positive change. A focus is placed on developing effective communication, positive relationships including developing social skills and self-regulation. Our approaches are evidence based and we use proven strategies from many years of working with diverse children and families.