Forward Psychology
260A Glenferrie Rd, Malvern VIC 3144
- Clinic
About Forward Psychology
Emma at Forward Psychology works with children and adolescents across a range of therapeutic areas including counselling, anxiety management, depression, emotional regulation, and behavioural issues. She comes from a connection-based parenting approach and works closely with families to develop parenting strategies suited to their unique situation, while also providing outreach sessions across educational settings.
What's offered
Clinic sessions
Services provided
Forward Psychology lists
- Individual Counselling & Therapy
- Works with children and adolescents on counselling, anxiety and anxiety management, depression, emotional regulation, anger management, coping with stress, behavioural issues, parenting skills, social skills training, sibling rivalry, family conflict, and school adjustment.
- Diagnostic Assessment - Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Consists of cognitive assessment to determine strengths and weaknesses, followed by comprehensive parent interview covering developmental history and current concerns. A comprehensive report is provided at follow-up session.
- Cognitive and Educational Assessments
- Cognitive Assessment (IQ Assessment) using WPPSI-IV or WISC-V to determine areas of strength or difficulty. Educational Assessment includes both Cognitive and Achievement Assessment using WIAT-III. Comprehensive written report provided.
- Family Intervention
- Ongoing therapy and information sessions with families to develop parenting strategies. Includes information sessions about child development, school functioning, and social and emotional issues.
- Outreach Sessions
- Emma visits educational settings (schools, childcare centres, kindergartens) to work with teachers and support staff to ensure consistency and application of skills and strategies across a child's life.
- Professional Development Sessions for Educators
- Conducted within educational settings covering topics such as identifying Autism Spectrum Disorder, classroom management skills, stress management, parenting, and child development.
- Workshops and Seminars
- Emma conducts seminars and workshops on varying topics relating to childhood, parenting and families around Australia.
Get to know Forward Psychology
From Forward Psychology's website.
Meet the team
Emma Forward is a registered psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with children and adolescents across a range of areas, with particular expertise in autism spectrum disorders. She leads the practice and provides diagnosis, assessment, individual therapy, and family therapy services.
Locations & areas served
Malvern
260A Glenferrie Rd, Malvern VIC 3144
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