Melton Psychology Clinic

09/04/2026

02/04/2026

Our clinic will be closed over the Easter long weekend.

Admin enquiries will be responded to when the clinic reopens on Tuesday April 7

If you or your child require immediate support during this time, please reach out to the following services:

☎ Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)
☎ Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 (24/7, ages 5–25)
☎ CATT (Melton Mental Health Services) – 1300 657 259
☎ Parentline (Victoria) – 13 22 89 (8am–12am)

If there is an emergency, please call 000.

We appreciate your understanding and wish all of our families a safe and happy Easter 🐰

24/03/2026

Spots don’t come up often… but we’ve got a few!

We currently have limited availability for children to access Occupational Therapy during school hours

Perfect for families who can be flexible with daytime appointments. No long waitlists, just the support your child needs, sooner

Our OTs support children with:
✨ Emotional regulation
✨ Sensory processing
✨ Fine & gross motor skills
✨ School readiness & participation

Limited spots available
Request an appointment now: https://online.katina.com.au/public/waitlist/672fe79f-4d28-4700-830a-89a68c98d416

19/03/2026

Welcome to Neurodiversity Week! 🎉

This week we celebrate neurodivergent brains and explore simple ways we can support them every day.

18/03/2026

This week we celebrate Neurodiversity, inclusion, respect, and understanding. It’s about making space for every way of thinking, valuing unique perspectives, and recognising that different doesn’t mean less. 💛

12/03/2026

Our Podcast Pick for Endometriosis Awareness Month 🌼🎙

If you’re looking to learn more about endometriosis, we highly recommend the “Living with Endo: The A-Z of Endometriosis” podcast by Endometriosis Australia. Hosted by Ellie Angel-Mobbs, the series features honest conversations with medical experts and people living with endometriosis, covering everything from symptoms and diagnosis to treatment, fertility and the emotional impact of chronic pain.

Our pick for Endometriosis Awareness Month is “Learning to Listen to Your Body” with Olivia Hicks from the Endometriosis Australia podcast. An honest and empowering conversation about recognising symptoms and learning to advocate for your health: https://endometriosisaustralia.org/podcast/

As part of Endometriosis Awareness Month, we’re also hosting a free community education session:
From Skin to Cycle: A Girl’s Guide to Wellness — helping young girls and families better understand puberty, menstrual health, and when period pain may need further support.

When: Saturday 28 March 2026
Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Where: Melton Psychology Clinic - Level One, 156 Coburns Rd Melton

Register here: http://bit.ly/46Th7vO

Give the podcast a listen, share it with someone who might benefit, and join us in continuing the conversation around menstrual health and early education.

💛

05/03/2026

Did you know that severe period pain is not considered normal?

Many young girls grow up believing discomfort is something they simply need to tolerate, but early education can make a significant difference in recognising when support may be needed.

Our upcoming endometriosis awareness session, From Skin to Cycle: A Girl’s Guide to Wellness, focuses on helping teens understand:

✨ What a healthy period looks like
✨ Signs something may need attention
✨ Nutrition for hormone and skin health
✨ Supporting wellbeing during puberty

Creating awareness early helps young people feel confident advocating for their health.

When: Saturday 28 March | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Where: Melton Psychology Clinic, Level One 156 Coburns Rd, Melton 3337
Price: FREE

Secure your place here: http://bit.ly/4r568q7

05/03/2026

Is your child creative, imaginative, and still finding their confidence socially?

Dragons of the Spectrum (DOTS) is a structured, facilitator-led social learning group for young people aged 10+. Designed with neurodivergent children in mind, DOTS combines explicit social-emotional skill development with collaborative, fantasy-based role-play in a small, supportive group environment.

DOTs supports children to develop:

🐉 Social Communication
🐉 Emotional Awareness
🐉 Peer Connections
🐉 Collaboration & Confidence

Groups are intentionally small (3–4 participants) to ensure individual support and a positive, strengths-based experience. DOTS celebrates diverse communication styles and focuses on building capacity in a safe and neuroaffirming space.

Dragons of the Spectrum (DOTS) is officially back for Term 2 — and enrolments are now open!

🐉 10 weekly sessions (120 minutes each)
🐉 Small group format (3–4 participants)
🐉 After-school during the school term

If you feel this program may be a good fit for your child, we invite you to complete our online registration form: https://forms.office.com/r/gw183Mp7Ky

Registrations for Term 2 close April 10 2026.

26/02/2026

🎉 We’re excited to share something special.

A6-part online PD series for teachers:

The Student Behind the Desk: Mental Health in Classrooms

This series explores General Mental Health, ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, and Specific Learning Difficulties — focusing on what these look like in real classrooms, common triggers, and practical strategies teachers may consider using immediately.

✔ Self-paced
✔ Relevant for primary & secondary teachers
✔ Nearly 4 hours of professional learning

Designed with busy classrooms in mind.

Learn more here: http://tinyurl.com/thestudentbehindthedesk

Teachers are supporting more complex student needs than ever, but many haven’t received practical training in how to respond in the classroom.

Our 6-Part Online Professional Development Series for primary and secondary teachers, created by psychologist Malaika Gilani, bridges the gap between what teachers see at school, what psychologists hear in sessions, and what families experience at home.

Modules include:
🧠 Mental health in the classroom
😟 Anxiety & Depression
⚡ ADHD
🌈 Autism
📚 Specific Learning Difficulties

✔ Practical, classroom-ready strategies
✔ Real-world examples
✔ Self-paced online learning

Perfect for individual teachers or whole-school PD.

📩 Access the course now! http://tinyurl.com/thestudentbehindthedesk

20/02/2026

🌻OCCUPATIONAL FRIDAY 🌻

Ever notice how emotions don’t always come one at a time?
Sometimes happy + nervous = excited
or sad + angry = frustrated 💛💙❤️

✨ Feelings can mix too! ✨

This Friday we’re reminding ourselves (and our kids) that it’s okay to feel more than one thing at once. When emotions mix, we don’t get “wrong feelings”… we get new ones to understand.

🌀 Emotion charts help make sense of those blends
🧠 Naming feelings builds regulation
🌱 Understanding emotions builds resilience

Happy Friday — may your feelings be noticed, named, and supported 💬💛

19/02/2026

Is your child anxious about going to school? Clingy at drop-off? Already saying “I don’t want to go”?

The transition to Prep can bring big emotions — for kids and parents. Separation anxiety, meltdowns, sleep disruptions, and worries about “not knowing anyone” are incredibly common… but that doesn’t mean you have to navigate them alone.
Our practical, evidence-informed one-off webinar will give you clear, supportive strategies to help your child start school with confidence.

In this session, you’ll learn:
✔️ What to expect in Term One
✔️ How to manage separation anxiety
✔️ Simple routines that build confidence and security
✔️ What’s typical — and when to seek extra support

If you want calmer mornings, smoother goodbyes, and a child who feels safe and capable stepping into school, this webinar is for you.

👉 Secure your spot here:
https://tinyurl.com/thrivethroughexams

19/02/2026

Painful periods should not be dismissed as “just part of being a girl.”

This Endometriosis Awareness Month, Melton Psychology Clinic is hosting a supportive and educational session designed to help young girls better understand their bodies during puberty.

From Skin to Cycle: A Girl’s Guide to Wellness explores what a healthy menstrual cycle looks like, when period pain is not normal, and how nutrition and lifestyle can support growing bodies.

Led by Women’s Naturopath and Endometriosis Specialist Nour, this session aims to empower teens and families with knowledge, confidence, and early awareness.

When: Saturday 28 March 2026
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Melton Psychology Clinic - Level One, 156 Coburns Rd Melton 3337
Price: Free

Parents and carers are warmly encouraged to attend.

Register here: http://bit.ly/4kT6K0E