Sage Mind Therapy & Consulting

05/02/2026

Ohh yes- something we see far too often in the practice: autistic girls and women being missed, misunderstood, or diagnosed much later due to high masking.

Alongside trauma-informed work, one of our core specialties is identifying ASD in high-masking females — including those who have learned to camouflage from a very young age.

If this article resonates with you, or you’re wondering whether autism may be part of your own story (or someone you support), you’re very welcome to contact us for diagnostic screening and support 💜 E: info@sagemind.com.au Ph: (02) 9030 0393 www.sagemind.com.au

Females may be just as likely to be autistic as males but boys are up to four times more likely to be diagnosed in childhood, according to research. https://buff.ly/LhhNyx1

03/02/2026

From our Lead Clinician: “ Their ability to unconditionally love - and be loved the same in return” 🙌🏼✨

💫 Today’s Connection ~ Inspirivity Question #29 💫
A gentle reminder to reflect on what innocence, wonder, and kindness we hope always remain.

29/01/2026

✨New Counselling/Therapy groups now open for Intake at Oran Park✨
Hi everyone, we’ve now opened intake for a small number of groups for children and parents, run by a former School Counsellor.

Now enrolling:
•Construction Crew – Play-based therapy for boys aged 8–11 who are shy, quiet, neurodivergent or need support with confidence, communication and peer connection.
•Creative Connections – Art-based therapy for girls aged 10–14 focusing on self-esteem, friendships, emotional regulation and confidence.
•Mums & Carers Support Group – A warm, therapeutic space for mums and carers of neurodivergent children (ASD/AuDHD/PDA), available in-person (Oran Park) and online.
✅Very small groups
✅Low-pressure, supportive, neuro-affirming
✅No behavioural or safety concerns
✅NDIS claimable for self- or plan-managed participants
📍Located at Oran Park Podium
Enquiries & intake bookings: info@sagemind.com.au

25/01/2026

It’s about 6 years since I realised I’m autistic, and I STILL keep going over things! I’m not sure I’ll ever stop having those ‘aha!’ moments….

“Finding out that you are autistic as an adult is like watching a film with a plot twist at the end.
You have to go back to the beginning and look at it again with fresh eyes.
Suddenly you can see the things you didn’t even know to look for.”

23/01/2026

A lot of our mums that come through the door are first here for their kiddos- and then often end up seeking answers for themselves 🥹🙌🏼 It’s not always about needing a formal signature on a diagnosis, but simply understand themselves and their life in a much clearer light ✨

We know that neurodivergence has genetic links- we can help you with questions about yourself as a parent too😊👍🏻✨

20/01/2026

✨Small Creative Therapy group for Girls 10-14✨

If your daughter is creative, thoughtful, and sensitive — but struggles with confidence, friendships, or feeling like she belongs — this group offers gentle, therapeutic support in a calm, creative space.

Creative Collaborators is a small, art-based therapeutic group designed to strengthen social skills, confidence, and peer connection through expressive making and guided group support.

✨ Ideal for girls aged 10–14 who:
• Are shy, anxious, or low in confidence/self-esteem
• Identify with trauma or Autism (Level 1–2)
• Find social settings overwhelming
• Enjoy quiet, creative activities after school
• Would benefit from consistent counselling support
• Love art and making (beading, painting, colouring, collage)

What we focus on:
• Building confidence and emotional resilience
• Developing safe peer connections
• Practising communication and relationships
• Emotional regulation when challenges arise
• Leadership and mentorship opportunities (older girls)

Program details:
• Delivered by a Registered Psychotherapist & former School Counsellor
• Very small group (maximum 4 girls)
• Fortnightly 45-minute sessions
• Tuesday afternoons, 3:45–4:30pm
• 100% NDIS claimable (self- or plan-managed) or private pay

If you’ve been thinking “she’s coping, but it’s taking a lot out of her”, this group was created for girls just like her.

Enquire or book an intake: info@sagemind.com.au or Ph: (02) 9030 0393

19/01/2026

Construction Crew – Intake Now Open for 2026 Group (Ages 8–11)

If your child loves Minecraft, Lego, building games, or hands-on creating — but finds social situations tricky, this group offers the support they need without pressure or overwhelm.

Construction Crew is a therapeutic small group designed to build communication, confidence, and self-esteem through play-based, collaborative challenges in a calm, supportive setting.

✨ This group is ideal for children aged 8–11 who:
• Are shy, quiet, or lack confidence with peers
• Struggle to speak up or join in socially
• Are neurodivergent (including Autism) with low support needs
• Learn best through play, structure, and shared activities
• Need supported social practice — not forced interaction

What we focus on:
• Communication and collaboration
• Confidence through small social wins
• Emotional regulation when challenges arise
• Building peer connection in a safe therapeutic space

Program details:
• Delivered by a Registered Psychotherapist & former School Counsellor
• Small group (maximum 5 children)
• Fortnightly 45-minute sessions
• 100% NDIS claimable (self- or plan-managed) or private pay

If you’ve been thinking “my child is coping — but socially it’s still hard”, this group was created with them in mind.

📩 Enquire or book an intake:
info@sagemind.com.au
| (02) 9030 0393 | www.sagemind.com.au

Spaces are limited to keep the group safe, calm, and effective.

11/12/2025

🥳Intake appointments now open for Term 1 2026 program🥳
• For girls aged 9-17
• Have experience with Trauma, Low self esteem or Anxiety
• Creative Counselling through Artmaking in a safe & supportive setting

Email us at info@sagemind.com.au or call us on (02) 9030 0393

09/12/2025

Creative Counselling/Therapy Group - who said Therapy can’t be fun?!🥰
🥳Term 1 2026 Intake appointments are now open for any new child 8-11yrs who would love to join us once a fortnight😊 🙌🏼 Private clients & also NDIS self or plan managed accepted. Run by a former School Counsellor. Contact us at info@sagemind.com.au for more info or call us on (02) 9030 0393

18/11/2025

If you laughed because you get it- just know we do too and currently have Individual Therapy appts available for the rollercoaster of everyday life 😅😎🎢 Email info@sagemind.com.au for upcoming appts 😊👍🏻

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16/11/2025

Stuart Duncan, 40, from Timmins, Ontario, quit his web developer job to run Autcraft, a Minecraft server for children with autism, full-time.

Created in 2013 after seeing parents search for bully-free gaming spaces, the server received 752 emails within 48 hours and now has 8,000 users.

Duncan upgraded from bottom to top tier hosting within eight days. The heavily monitored platform uses plugins preventing swearing and fighting, with players earning helper ranks.

After six months, Duncan started receiving confessions from two suicidal children weekly who felt bullied.

Parents report children are “interacting better” and “making friends at school because they were learning how to socialize more.”

14/11/2025

If there are any little ones who would love to do this🥰✨🙌🏼

Do you know a child who'd love to be on Play School? 👀

Play School are on the lookout for children with disability to appear in our 'Through The Windows' segments for new and exciting upcoming series! ✨🎥

Full instructions on how to make a submission can be found below.
Submissions close Friday 28th November at 11:59pm AEST.