The Daisy Clinic - Paediatric Health Services

23/03/2026

📢 Service Availability Update – The Daisy Clinic
We currently have limited availability across several services, with some waitlists open.

🟢 Appointments Available
• Physiotherapy Intervention
• Adolescent Psychology
• Counselling
• Social Skills Groups (T2)
• POPS Intensive (T2)
• Developmental Assessment
• Speech & Language Assessment
• Occupational Therapy Assessment
• Physiotherapy Assessment
• Psychology Assessment

🟠 Waitlist Open
• Child Psychology
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech Pathology

🔴 Waitlist Closed
• No services currently closed.

If you would like to secure an appointment or join a waitlist, you can register here:
https://thedaisyclinic.com.au/clinical-services/
Our team provides multidisciplinary paediatric support, helping children and families with assessment, therapy, and intervention across a range of developmental needs.

22/03/2026

Ever wondered why your child can seem so bright in some areas… but struggle in others?

Giftedness isn’t just about being “smart” or doing well at school. It’s about how a child thinks, learns, and experiences the world.

Gifted children often:
✨ Learn quickly and ask deep, complex questions
✨ Show intense interests or passions
✨ Think creatively and outside the box
✨ Feel emotions very strongly

But here’s the part many people don’t realise…

Some gifted children also experience challenges with attention, behaviour, learning, or emotions. These children may be twice-exceptional (2e), meaning they are both gifted and have an additional difficulty such as ADHD, ASD, or a learning disorder.

Because of this, they are often misunderstood as:
❌ Lazy
❌ Not trying
❌ Behavioural
❌ “Average”

When in reality, they have a unique profile of strengths AND challenges.

The most accurate way to understand your child’s abilities is through a comprehensive assessment, including an IQ test, which helps identify both their strengths and areas where they may need support.

💡 When children are truly understood, everything changes, their confidence, their engagement, and their ability to thrive.

For more information, check out this article about understanding giftedness and 2e.
https://thedaisyclinic.com.au/understanding-giftedness-and-twice-exceptionality-in-children/

18/03/2026

Did you know we offer evening telehealth appointments for teenagers? 💻

We know that school, activities, and busy family schedules can make daytime appointments difficult. That’s why we offer evening sessions, so your teen can access support at a time that works for them.

Telehealth allows teens to connect from the comfort of home, while still receiving the same high-quality, supportive care from our clinicians.

✔️ Convenient after-school times
✔️ Comfortable and familiar environment
✔️ Private and confidential support

We’re here to support your teen’s wellbeing,wherever they are.

To make an appointment:
P: 02 7259 1595
E: reception@thedaisyclinic.com.au
W: https://thedaisyclinic.com.au/clinical-services/

18/03/2026

🌟 POPS Program – Term 2 Expressions of Interest Closing Soon! 🌟

Our POPS Program is back for Term 2, with groups available for:
👶 Preschool-aged children
🎒 Primary school-aged children

What makes POPS unique?
It’s an intensive interdisciplinary program, bringing together:
🧠 Psychology
🧩 Occupational Therapy
🏃 Physiotherapy
💬 Speech Pathology
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent coaching

All working together to support your child’s:
✨ Social skills
✨ Emotional regulation
✨ Confidence and connection with peers

This collaborative approach ensures your child is supported across all areas of development, not just one.

⏳ Expressions of interest are closing soon, and places are very limited.

If you’ve been considering integrated support for your child, now is the time to secure a spot.

👉 Register your interest here:
https://thedaisyclinic.com.au/clinical-services/

17/03/2026

👶 Noticed a flat spot on your baby’s head? You’re not alone!

Plagiocephaly (also known as flat head syndrome) is very common in babies, and the good news is, early support can make a big difference.

Simple strategies like:
✔️ Increasing tummy time
✔️ Encouraging head turning to both sides
✔️ Position changes during play and feeding

…can all help support your baby’s development and head shape.

🚩 If your baby prefers looking one way, has limited neck movement, or the flat spot isn’t improving, it’s worth getting it checked.

Want to learn more? Read our full article here 👇
https://thedaisyclinic.com.au/understanding-plagiocephaly-what-parents-need-to-know/

At The Daisy Clinic, we support families with early assessment and tailored strategies to help your baby thrive 💛

16/03/2026

🚨 Big news for families needing speech support!

From 1 March 2026, Medicare has expanded access to speech pathology services for children and young people under 25.

This change means eligible individuals with:
• Stuttering
• Speech sound disorders (including articulation or phonological disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, and dysarthria)
• Cleft lip and/or palate

may now be able to access Medicare-rebated speech pathology services with a valid referral from a GP, specialist, or consultant physician. ()

Through the updated Medicare pathway, eligible clients may receive:
✔️ Up to 8 assessment sessions
✔️ Up to 20 treatment sessions

These rebates can help reduce the cost of therapy and improve access to early support for many children and young people. ()

💬 Early communication support can make a huge difference to a child’s confidence, learning, and social development.

If you think your child may benefit from speech pathology support, speak with your GP about a referral or reach out to our team for guidance.

16/03/2026

📢 Service Availability Update – The Daisy Clinic
We currently have limited availability across several services, with some waitlists open.

🟢 Appointments Available
• Physiotherapy Intervention
• Adolescent Psychology
• Counselling
• Social Skills Groups (T2)
• POPS Intensive (T2)

• Developmental Assessment
• Speech & Language Assessment
• Occupational Therapy Assessment
• Physiotherapy Assessment
• Psychology Assessment

🟠 Waitlist Open
• Child Psychology
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech Pathology

🔴 Waitlist Closed
• No services currently closed.
If you would like to secure an appointment or join a waitlist, you can register here:
https://thedaisyclinic.com.au/clinical-services/

Our team provides multidisciplinary paediatric support, helping children and families with assessment, therapy, and intervention across a range of developmental needs.

The Daisy Clinic provides multidisciplinary support for children and adolescents, including psychology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech pathology, and counselling. We offer group programs and multidisciplinary assessment services.

15/03/2026

🌏 It's Harmony Week | Everyone Belongs

Harmony Week is a time to celebrate Australia’s incredible cultural diversity and the many backgrounds, languages, and traditions that make our communities stronger.

At The Daisy Clinic, we value respect, inclusion, and the sense of belonging that every child and family deserves.

This week is a reminder that when we embrace differences and learn from one another, we create a more compassionate and connected community. 🧡

To learn more about Harmony Week and how you can get involved, visit:
https://www.harmony.gov.au/

Harmony Week is the celebration that recognises our diversity and brings together Australians from all different backgrounds.

15/03/2026

Physiotherapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy

Children with cerebral palsy may experience challenges with movement, muscle tone, balance, and coordination. Physiotherapy plays an important role in helping children develop strength, mobility, and independence in everyday activities.

At The Daisy Clinic, our physiotherapy services focus on:

• Improving strength, balance, and coordination
• Supporting walking, posture, and movement patterns
• Enhancing gross motor skills
• Reducing stiffness and improving flexibility
• Helping children participate in everyday activities at home, school, and in the community

Our physiotherapists work closely with families and other professionals to create personalised therapy plans that support each child’s unique needs and developmental goals.

Learn more about our services:
https://thedaisyclinic.com.au/clinical-services/

14/03/2026

🚭 Concerned about va**ng, alcohol, or drug use in a young person? You're not alone.

Substance use is becoming increasingly common among children and teenagers, particularly with the rise of va**ng and easy access to alcohol and other drugs. For many young people, experimentation can quickly develop into patterns that affect their mental health, behaviour, relationships, and school engagement.

At The Daisy Clinic, we provide supportive and evidence-based counselling for young people experiencing challenges with:

• Va**ng and ni****ne dependence
• Alcohol use
• Drug use and experimentation
• Addictive behaviours
• Emotional regulation and peer pressure
• Anxiety, low mood, or stress linked to substance use

Our clinicians work with young people and families to understand the underlying reasons behind substance use, while building practical strategies to support healthier coping, decision-making, and emotional wellbeing.

Early support can make a significant difference.

📩 If you are concerned about your child or teen, you can register here:
https://thedaisyclinic.com.au/clinical-services/

14/03/2026

Depression in Young Children and Adolescents: Understanding the Signs

The journey to adolescence can be a time of significant emotional and social change. While it is normal for teenagers to experience ups and downs, persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness or withdrawal may be signs of depression.

Depression in adolescents can sometimes look different from depression in adults. Instead of appearing sad, young people may become irritable, withdrawn or disengaged from activities they once enjoyed.

Some common signs of depression in adolescents can include:

• Ongoing sadness or low mood
• Irritability or frequent anger
• Loss of interest in activities they previously enjoyed
• Changes in sleep or appetite
• Difficulty concentrating at school
• Withdrawing from friends and family
• Feelings of worthlessness or hopelessness
• Talking about feeling overwhelmed or wanting to give up

Depression can affect a young person’s relationships, school engagement and overall wellbeing, but support can make a meaningful difference.

Psychologists can help adolescents by providing a safe and supportive space to talk about their experiences. Therapy may focus on helping young people understand their emotions, develop coping strategies, strengthen resilience and reconnect with the things that give their life meaning.

If you are concerned about your teenager’s mental health, seeking support early can help them feel understood and supported.

If you would like to learn more about psychology services at The Daisy Clinic, you can register here:
https://thedaisyclinic.com.au/new-client-registration/

14/03/2026

Today a few members of The Daisy Clinic team had the opportunity to visit the new Nepean Adolescent Mental Health Unit.

It was incredibly valuable to connect with the team and learn more about the important work being done to support young people experiencing significant mental health challenges. Visits like this help strengthen collaboration across services and ensure we continue providing the best possible care for children, adolescents, and their families in our community.

Thank you to the team at Nepean for welcoming us and for the vital work you do every day 💙