Theresa Kidd, PhD

Theresa Kidd, PhD Theresa Kidd is a clinical psychologist, research fellow, director of The Kidd Clinic and author of "Helping Autistic Teens to Manage Their Anxiety."

Theresa speaks nationally and internationally on Autism and Anxiety, and PDA.

This year we have focused on creating space for services for new clients by employing 4 more psychologists. Please feel ...
18/03/2026

This year we have focused on creating space for services for new clients by employing 4 more psychologists. Please feel free to reach out to our Client Care Team if you are needing support.

17/03/2026

✈️ Sydney - we are coming your way!

Dr Theresa Kidd will be visiting this April, and we’re opening a limited number of training opportunities while she’s in town.

Perfect for:
🧠 Psychologists & mental health professionals
🍎 Teachers & educators
🌿 Parents & families
🏢 Organisations

Training topics include PDA, Autism & ADHD, School Can’t, and Neurodiversity-Affirming Practice.

Spots will be limited, so get in touch to learn more
📧 training@kiddclinic.com.au

I've written a new blog post, hope it's helpful 🥰
17/03/2026

I've written a new blog post, hope it's helpful 🥰

Behind the mornings that feel impossible…
Behind the tears, the shutdowns, the panic…
There is often a young person whose nervous system is saying: this isn’t safe for me right now.

If you’re walking this path as a parent, educator, or therapist, please know: you’re not alone. Read the blog to learn more about Dr Kidd's Anchor-Bridge-Compass approach and how we can support neurodivergent children experiencing distress.

🔗 Link in bio
www.kiddclinic.com.au/blog/anchor-bridge-compass

25/02/2026
Hi all, Vanessa is an experienced clinical psychologist and has current availability in our Fremantle clinic - please co...
25/02/2026

Hi all, Vanessa is an experienced clinical psychologist and has current availability in our Fremantle clinic - please contact us ASAP if you would like to book in a session with her (ages 14-adults).

Kat is an Autistic Provisional Psychologist who volunteered at The Kidd Clinic a few years ago and is now near completio...
19/02/2026

Kat is an Autistic Provisional Psychologist who volunteered at The Kidd Clinic a few years ago and is now near completion of her Masters in Clinical Psychology program. It is lovely to have her on our team again and she has immediate availability at our Fremantle clinic!

One week away! Free for AAPI members 😀
19/02/2026

One week away! Free for AAPI members 😀

If you know a child starting high school this year or next, can highly recommend Kate and Jacinta's webinar for parents!...
12/01/2026

If you know a child starting high school this year or next, can highly recommend Kate and Jacinta's webinar for parents! We have received excellent feedback when they have run this previously (and yes, it will also be recorded and available to registrants) ☺️

It’s been over a year since we last advertised for new team members, a conscious decision to focus on creating stability...
30/10/2025

It’s been over a year since we last advertised for new team members, a conscious decision to focus on creating stability within our team and refining our systems. We’re now ready and excited to see who’s out there in the psychology world looking for their next opportunity to join our innovative, supportive, and friendly team 🥰

The Kidd Clinic is hiring for 2026!
📍 North Perth & Fremantle, WA
📍 Mentone, VIC

We are looking for experienced, endorsed psychologists with expertise or a strong interest in one or more of the following areas:
▪️ Conducting comprehensive developmental, Autism, ADHD, and psycho-educational assessments
▪️ Providing therapeutic support to Autistic children, adolescents, and their families
▪️ Counselling adults, particularly women, who have received an Autism diagnosis later in life
▪️ Offering neurodivergent couples and relationship counselling
▪️ Supporting Autistic clients experiencing challenges with eating
▪️ Providing clinical supervision and contributing to the development and leadership of a supportive, cohesive and friendly neurodiversity-affirming team

If you are interested, head to www.kiddclinic.com.au/join-us and complete the form at the bottom of the page!

Having worked in the disability and mental health sectors for over 30 years, I’ve seen huge shifts in how we understand ...
23/09/2025

Having worked in the disability and mental health sectors for over 30 years, I’ve seen huge shifts in how we understand and support Autistic people. Many changes have been positive, others still have a long way to go.

I’ve written about these reflections in my latest blog — if you’re interested, you can read it here: https://www.kiddclinic.com.au/blog/therapy-is-changing-dBcei

Autism is not a disease to be cured or prevented — it’s a neurotype, a way of being in the world. Yes, being Autistic in...
23/09/2025

Autism is not a disease to be cured or prevented — it’s a neurotype, a way of being in the world.

Yes, being Autistic in a world built for non-Autistic people can come with very real challenges, but those challenges deserve compassion, support, and meaningful change, not blame or fear.

That’s why we strongly reject unfounded and ridiculous claims that fuel stigma and guilt, and positions Autism as something harmful that should be avoided.

Our stance is clear: Autistic people deserve understanding, accessibility, and respect.

We support and celebrate the Autism community - yesterday, today and every day to come.

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