Who it’s for
- Children aged 2–5 with developmental, behaviour, or readiness concerns
- Parents/caregivers who want a clear plan and consistent strategies at home
- Families navigating nursery/kindergarten transitions or early inclusion needs
Common concerns
- Big emotions, frequent meltdowns, hitting/biting, or difficulties with limits
- Sleep, separation anxiety, routines, and transitions
- Language and communication worries (including social communication)
- Play skills, peer difficulties, or “doesn’t join in”
- Toileting, feeding, or sensory sensitivities affecting daily life
How we help
Support is tailored to your child and family routines. We aim for strategies that are doable, consistent, and kind.
- Play-based observation to understand strengths and needs
- Parent coaching: what to say/do in the moment, and how to prevent common triggers
- Visual supports, routines, and skill-building games
- Collaboration with nursery/kindergarten (with consent)
- Referrals to allied health or medical services when indicated
What you can expect
- Initial parent meeting to clarify priorities and set goals
- Child sessions using play, stories, and simple activities
- Practice tasks between sessions (short, realistic, and family-friendly)
- Progress review and updated next steps
Next steps
- Tell us your child’s age, language(s), and main challenges.
- We’ll suggest an initial plan (often parent session + child session).
- We support you to practise strategies at home and coordinate with school if helpful.
FAQs
Is my child “too young” for educational psychology?
Early support is often about routines, communication, and caregiver strategies. Sessions are adapted to your child’s developmental level and attention span.
Will you work directly with the kindergarten?
With your consent, we can provide practical recommendations and join meetings so home and school support each other.
Do you replace speech therapy or occupational therapy?
No. We often collaborate with other professionals. Our role focuses on understanding learning and behaviour in context and supporting the adults around the child with practical plans.
How quickly will we see changes?
Every child is different. We aim to identify the most impactful, manageable strategies first, and adjust based on what you observe at home and school.
Do parents need to attend sessions?
For ages 2–5, parent involvement is essential. We may alternate between parent sessions and child sessions, depending on goals.
What if we’re concerned about autism or ADHD?
We can explore developmental patterns, suggest supportive strategies, and discuss appropriate referral pathways if a medical or multidisciplinary evaluation is needed.