Kidspoint Mingara

Get to know Kidspoint Mingara

From Kidspoint Mingara's website.

• Our approach

  The practice uses a collaborative, family-centred approach tailored to each child's needs. Psychologists draw from evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing, adjusted to meet each client where they are in their journey. The team incorporates play-based and developmentally informed approaches, recognising the unique challenges children and adolescents face and valuing the importance of working with families to ensure individualised care. Other allied health professionals including occupational therapists and speech pathologists conduct standardised assessments and provide functional support to help children achieve their maximum level of independence and develop practical life skills. The multidisciplinary team shares consultation notes and reports to work on shared care plans.

• Working with families

  Family involvement is central to the practice's philosophy. Psychologists are committed to creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered, and value working collaboratively with families to ensure a holistic and individualised approach to care. Several clinicians specifically mention enjoying work with parents and facilitating parenting information and support groups. The multidisciplinary team shares consultation notes and reports, and case discussions involving all relevant professionals are scheduled to ensure therapy goals are being met. Occupational therapy and speech therapy initial appointments are parent-only sessions, allowing parents to discuss their child's needs directly with the therapist before treatment begins.

• Meet the team

  The psychology team comprises eight qualified professionals: Registered Psychologists (Caitlyn Stillaway, Tahlia Watson, Paige Taylor, Alesha Johnson, and Lilian Budd); Clinical Psychologists (Guy Dobson and Debra Delaney); and a Provisional Psychologist (Christie Grice). All hold relevant tertiary qualifications and AHPRA registration where applicable. They bring diverse expertise in conditions including anxiety, ADHD, ASD, OCD, depression, trauma, and neurodiversity, drawing from evidence-based therapeutic approaches. The broader team also includes occupational therapists, speech pathologists, a dietitian (Gina, with a Master's in paediatric nutrition), and medical specialists. The multidisciplinary team shares consultation notes and works collaboratively on shared care plans, with case discussions held to ensure therapy goals are being met.

• Your first visit

  Psychology initial appointments run 50–60 minutes and include an assessment by either a clinical psychologist ($360) or registered psychologist ($285). Occupational therapy and speech therapy initial appointments are 60 minutes and cost $240; notably, these are parent-only sessions where your child does not need to attend. After your initial appointment, the therapist will recommend a treatment plan and book appointments as a 'block' of therapy in a suitable time slot. The practice reserves specific appointment times for each patient to focus on individualised care. Fees are payable at the time of service completion, and a deposit is required at booking.