Side by Side Psychology

06/08/2025

Did you know that anxiety disorders are one of the most common mental health disorders affecting Autistic children, teens and adults? It’s a topic and concern that comes up time and time again in my practice.

In this 20+ page resource I’ll take you through the facts about anxiety in autism and how we need to be thinking differently about what works and why the usual therapy ideas may not be as helpful.

I’ll cover some of the newest research in this area, as well as the ideas, tips and strategies that I’ve been using and continuing to develop in my practice.

Click the link to get your copy today.

https://katefrench.lpages.co/essentials-anxiety-autism

Kate x

06/08/2025

Fresh Vibes

Nothing like new hair colour and a bit of pampering to give some fresh vibes! Bring on this glorious weather and our last month of Winter!

06/08/2025

The Australian Guidelines for Supporting Autistic Children and their Families has been finalised. This comprehensive document contains 84 reccomendations for how practitioners should be working in this space. An essential document for people working in this space and for parents, educators and community agencies to be informed about. If you’d like to catch this video summary ready through by Clinic Director, Kate French, click the link below. In doing so, you will also be able to receive updates from Side by Side Psychology regularly. https://bit.ly/Autismguideline

05/08/2025

Operation Mallrat The Sensory Spectrum

When your child has such a hard time going out in public, you can feel trapped in your own house. Despite the difficulties, we still would go out… but oh those hand dryers. They made both my son and me want to cry. Cry. Cry Cry! Today we welcome the dad at Hadyn’s World, who...Read More »

05/08/2025

At Side by Side Psychology we value all kinds of things that help guide us to be supportive, inclusive and understanding.

www.sidebysidepsychology.com.au
161 Lime Avenue, Mildura, 3500

05/08/2025

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Side by Side Psychology
161 Lime Avenue, Mildura, Australia
www.sidebysidepsychology.com.au

04/08/2025

Being autistic, having a different way of thinking, experiencing and sensing the world (neurodivergent) needs to be understood and celebrated. Find ways to show support, encouragement feelings of safety and connection through relationships and areas of interest. This is the key to thriving and positive mental health in children, teens and adults. Dream big, be bold and be proud of you.

04/08/2025

Mood Alignment

This morning my mood is flat after the announcements of yesterday afternoon and it sits heavily in my body. My energy feels depleted and I feel the familiar flutter of disc…