Kanda Psychology

15/11/2025

13/11/2025

We are very excited to be collecting donations for Ronald McDonald House this Christmas! While our tree and other decorations will go up in the next week or two, the donation box is out and ready! So next time you're in, bring something along to donate or check the full list of needed items out, for your next visit! Big or small, together let's help make Christmas a little brighter for some of our regional families in hospital this Christmas!

12/11/2025

Free and online, Teen Mental Health for parents and carers.

Our evidence-informed school resources and presentations are helping young Australians grow into resilient and mentally healthy adults.

10/11/2025

The Australian Government is reviewing the Disability Standards for Education, and they’re asking to hear directly from parents, carers, educators, and students.

If something in your child’s school experience has worked — share it. If something hasn’t — let them know that too. Got a new idea — have it heard. Every story helps build a system that truly includes and supports all learners!

So, here's your chance to make a difference through your lived experience.
Submissions are open now!

Last chance to have your say on the 2025 Review of the Disability Standards for Education 2005. 📣

We’re inviting submissions from students, parents, teachers and people working in the education and disability sectors.

We’re accepting written, video or audio file submissions, or you can complete an online survey.

Submissions close on 21 November 2025.

Have your say by visiting the link in our comments 👇

07/11/2025

Hoping all our schools colleagues have had a wonderful day! Thank you for all you do. Happy School Counsellor and School Psychologist Recognition Day!

04/11/2025

A MANTRA for kids: “I can cope, if I need to.”

A mantra is a short phrase we repeat to guide the brain and body—like a tiny compass for tricky moments. Repeating a simple line can help steady breathing, lowers tension, and keeps the “doing” part of the brain online when big feelings make thinking and reasoning dip.

Why this mantra helps...?
☀️Short + memorable - easy to grab when emotions are high
☀️ Empowering - “I can…” builds a sense of agency
☀️Validating - “if I need to” acknowledges the fear that it might be hard—without predicting or agreeing it will be
☀️ Coping focused - points to the next brave step, not perfection
☀️Keeps adults calm too - gives us a steady phrase so we can stay on point and avoid becoming too talkative, too reassuring, or too frustrated

Try it!
1️⃣ Name it: “Looks like worry is loud right now.”
2️⃣ Breathe: In for 4, out for 4 (twice)
3️⃣ Say it together: “I can cope, if I need to.” (soft, steady pace)
4️⃣ Anchor it: Touch thumb to finger for each word: I (index), can (middle), cope (ring), if I need to (pinky)
5️⃣ Cue it: Pop a sticky note in the backpack or on the fridge

Make it fun!
🤭 Whisper it, robot-voice it, or sing it
🤭 “Pass the mantra” in the car—each person says it once
🤭 Draw a tiny secret symbol (⭐ or ❤️) that reminds them of their mantra

Use mantras to support transitions, homework wobbles, sport nerves, morning goodbyes...or whenever they may need it!

And remember, if anxiety builds quickly and they’re beyond words, start with calm presence, comfort and breathing; add the mantra later ⏰

03/11/2025

02/11/2025

❤️ Loving the roses in bloom! And all those patient little buds, taking their sweet time—just like kids developing at their own pace🌹✨😉

30/10/2025

Today (in Australia) we celebrate the teachers who educate, inspire, and stand beside our young people every day.

Hats off to teachers this World Teachers’ Day!

You might not always see or feel your enduring impact on little hearts and growing minds, but we do!!! Thank you for all you do—day in, day out—for our children, families, and communities.

If a teacher has made a difference for your child, tell them today!