Blossom Child Psychology

Sydney NSW 1132

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About Blossom Child Psychology

Sarah Francese is a clinical psychologist with 15 years experience working with children and adolescents. She provides psychological assessment and treatment, practicing mainly from a CBT and DBT framework, and is passionate about assessing and treating autism spectrum disorder and ADHD. She tailors therapy to each person's individual needs and assists clients in areas including social skills, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance.

Services provided

Blossom Child Psychology lists

Individual Therapy
Psychological treatment for a range of mental health conditions including autism, ADHD, anxiety, and trauma. Appointments offered in-person or via telehealth.
Assessments & Reports
Assessment of specific learning disorders, ADHD, autism, giftedness, and cognitive impairments.

Get to know Blossom Child Psychology

From Blossom Child Psychology's website.

  • Our approach

    Sarah tailors therapy to each child's individual needs, primarily using a CBT and DBT framework. Sessions focus on practical skills including social skills development, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. She prioritises establishing meaningful rapport with her clients and works to create an approach that feels right for each person. Her experience spans working with children in various contexts, from early intervention to specialist developmental assessment.

  • Meet the team

    Blossom Child Psychology is led by Sarah Francese, a Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 18 years of experience working with children and adolescents. She holds a Bachelor of Psychology with Honours from Macquarie University and a Masters in Clinical Psychology from the University of Western Sydney. Her background includes work in child protection, early intervention, and specialist assessment, including ADHD evaluations and psychometric testing. She has managed psychology teams and has particular expertise in autism spectrum disorder and ADHD assessment and treatment.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blossom Child Psychology a registered NDIS provider?

Blossom Child Psychology is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. Contact them to ask if they accept NDIS participants and which plan types (self-managed or plan-managed).

What services does Blossom Child Psychology provide?

Blossom Child Psychology provides Psychology, Behavioural Support, Autism Assessment and ADHD Assessment.

Which areas does Blossom Child Psychology cover?

Blossom Child Psychology is based in SYDNEY, NSW.

How do I connect with Blossom Child Psychology?

You can email them and visit their website.

What ages does Blossom Child Psychology work with?

The provider works with children and adolescents.Based on Blossom Child Psychology's website

How do Medicare rebates for psychology work?

Your GP can prepare a Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral, which lets you claim a Medicare rebate for a set number of sessions per calendar year. The exact number and rebate are set by Medicare.

Do we need a referral?

Not to see a psychologist privately. A Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral from a GP are needed to claim Medicare rebates.

When should I consider a psychologist for my child?

If worries, mood, or behaviour are affecting your child's daily life, friendships, or learning, an assessment can help clarify what support would suit.

Is psychology covered by the NDIS?

It can be, where psychological support relates to a participant's disability and plan goals.

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