Guiding Pathways
1185 South Rd, St Marys SA 5042
- Clinic
- NDIS registered
About Guiding Pathways
Guiding Pathways is a clinician-led psychology and behaviour service founded by Carolyn Cole (Clinical Psychologist) and Christian Parente (Developmental Educator). They provide diagnosis and therapy for children and teens with learning, social, language, mental health or behaviour difficulties, working collaboratively with families to develop individualised programs of support.
What's offered
Clinic sessions
NDIS registered provider
- Behaviour Support
- Therapy
- Early Childhood
Services provided
Guiding Pathways lists
- Autism Assessment
- Diagnostic assessment for autism spectrum disorder in children and teenagers.
- ADHD Assessment
- Diagnostic assessment for ADHD in children and teenagers.
- Dual Diagnosis Assessment
- Assessment for co-occurring conditions in children and teenagers.
- Cognitive Assessment
- Cognitive and intellectual assessment for children and teenagers.
- Psychoeducational Assessment
- Psychoeducational assessment to understand learning profiles and educational needs.
- Speech Language Assessment
- Assessment of speech and language development in children.
- Adaptive Skills Assessment
- Assessment of adaptive functioning and daily living skills.
- Functional Behaviour Assessment
- Assessment of behaviour patterns and functional behaviour analysis.
- Child Psychology
- Ongoing therapy and psychological support for children and teenagers.
- Behaviour Support
- Behaviour intervention and support services for children and teenagers.
- Home Services
- Psychology and behaviour support services delivered in the home environment.
Get to know Guiding Pathways
From Guiding Pathways's website.
Our approach
Guiding Pathways uses a collaborative, clinician-led approach that puts clients first and tailors support to each child's individual needs. Sessions focus on helping children regulate their behaviour, build confidence and independence, strengthen relationships, and develop new skills in a welcoming and nurturing environment. The service works with children and teenagers experiencing learning, social, language, mental health or behaviour difficulties, aiming to make diagnosis and therapy accessible and understandable for families. Therapy supports children to understand their behaviour, develop resilience, and build a strong foundation for ongoing development.
Working with families
Family collaboration is central to the approach at Guiding Pathways, with the service explicitly focused on working collaboratively with families to develop individualised programs of support. Parents and carers are supported to understand their child's behaviour and learn how best to respond, with the aim of building confidence and reassurance during what can be a daunting process. Communication and involvement are emphasised throughout the service, with families kept informed about diagnosis, therapy, and available supports. The welcoming environment and client-first philosophy reflect a commitment to partnering with parents throughout their child's journey.
Locations & areas served
St Marys
1185 South Rd, St Marys SA 5042
Get directions to St Marys (opens Google Maps in a new tab)Opening hours
- Mon–Fri
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Sat–Sun
- Closed
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