Building Minds Psychology

01/09/2025

Today we opened our new Mt Wellington clinic on 4 Waipuna Road. We are accepting new referrals.

18/08/2025

✨ Building Minds is growing and we are now in Mount Wellington! 🥳

We are very excited to welcome you to our new clinic, where the following clinicians will be available:

Keyla Losa – Counselling Psychologist

Megan-Lee Spence Ross – Educational Psychologist

Dr Jemila Chadwick – Educational Psychologist

Get in touch at hello@buildingminds.co.nz to book an educational assessment or therapy appointment.

And don’t worry, our Mount Eden clinic is still open and running as usual! ☺️

11/07/2025

Our amazing Educational Psychologist Dr Jemila Chadwick is here to support your child with cognitive and educational assessments to help identify any learning needs before exam time hits!

For more information, visit our website or get in touch with our friendly team:

🌐 https://www.buildingminds.co.nz/assessments-educational-psychology-assessments
📧 hello@buildingminds.co.nz

Understanding Your Child's Learning Journey: Educational Psychology Assessments with our sepcialised educational psychologists located in Mt. Eden, Auckland.

04/07/2025

If you are looking for a thorough ADHD assessment for yourself or a young person we have immediate availability with one of our amazing psychologists!

Get in touch at hello@buildingminds.co.nz for more information 📧

Find expert psychologists, counsellors, and therapists in Auckland at Building Minds. Personalised mental health services for your well-being.

30/06/2025

Does your young teen need some support building friendships and confidence?

Our "Building Connections" social skills group is here to help and we are now welcoming referrals! 🎉

Designed for females and non-binary youth aged 12–15, this 8-week group supports young people in developing social confidence, navigating tricky peer dynamics (like bullying, social media etc), and building emotional resilience.

More information about the group in the poster below:

18/06/2025

Does your child love LEGO? then Brick Club might be the place for them!

Brick Club is more than just building, it’s a playful, supportive space where kids can grow their social skills, build confidence, and have tons of fun through collaborative LEGO play.

Our Term 2 groups is finishing up soon and we are now welcoming referrals for our Term 3 groups.

📍 Where: 320 Mt Eden Road - Near Mt Eden Village
📅 July 19th- 6th of September (8 weeks)
📩 Spaces are limited so email sarah@buildingminds.co.nz or call 021336020 to book your child's spot.

More details in the flyer below:

12/06/2025

For Loneliness Awareness Week, we want to highlight that we all have felt lonely at times. You can also feel lonely even surrounded by others. In fact, loneliness is part of human experience. Below is an article about why loneliness still carries stigma, what makes people feel truly connected, and how we can all play a role in breaking the silence.

https://www.bps.org.uk/news/loneliness-part-human-experience-we-need-be-better-talking-about-it?fbclid=IwY2xjawK4HLFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEyblFQVmdRbFhHYWpvYUZEAR4Axyz36BxxHUm4jt6zh6s2Gm7Qm7r3frMc-vUN3KldX5oG89cqaO7HZTDmQw_aem_3iQkGs1oFCiMQ06eFsAETQ

We spoke to Dr. Mhairi Bowe for Loneliness Awareness Week (9 - 15 June) about stigma surrounding loneliness, creating connections and loneliness myth-busting.

20/05/2025

Welcome to our "10 Facts" series!

This weeks agenda: ADHD

Some of these might surprise you.....

1️⃣ ADHD shows up differently for everyone. No two people experience it in the same way.

2️⃣ People with ADHD do focus, sometimes too much on the things they love (hyper-focus). The real challenge is maintaining focus when it matters most especially when everything feels overwhelming.

3️⃣ It is not just a childhood thing! Many adults have ADHD too often without even realising it.

4️⃣ Medication is not a “one size fits all“ fix. While medication can make a big difference, some people benefit from medication alongside therapy or lifestyle changes.

5️⃣ Not everyone with ADHD is full of energy. Many can be more inattentive than hyperactive.

6️⃣ ADHD rarely comes alone, anxiety and low mood often tag along.

7️⃣ Sleep issues are very common. People with ADHD are 2–3 times more likely to struggle with sleep.

8️⃣ Memory can be tricky. Especially short-term and working memory making organisation a daily challenge (It is not just because they "dont want to do it!")

9️⃣ Stress makes symptoms worse. Managing stress is a major part of managing ADHD.

🔟 More males get diagnosed, but that is not the full story! This does not mean less females have it, they are often overlooked or misdiagnosed.

Which of these surprised you the most?!

At Building Minds, we provide support at every stage of the ADHD journey from assessments to ongoing therapeutic care. We work with individuals of all ages, including children, teenagers, and adults.

You can find out more about us on www.buildingminds.co.nz or get in touch with our friendly team at hello@buildingminds.co.nz.

Find expert psychologists, counsellors, and therapists in Auckland at Building Minds. Personalised mental health services for your well-being.

13/05/2025

Confused about who does what in mental health? 🤔

You are not alone!

Mental health requires a well-rounded approach, and that is where different professionals come in bringing their unique strengths. While there are areas of overlap, each professional plays a vital role in supporting overall wellbeing.

At Building Minds, we have a diverse team of clinicians to meet a variety of needs. We offer comprehensive support across the lifespan from children to adults.

Whether you are seeking support for your child, teenager, or yourself, it is not always clear which professional to see. To help, here is a breakdown of the different clinicians we have at Building Minds ⬇️

To find out more about us head to our website: www.buildingminds.co.nz or get in touch via email at hello@buildingminds.co.nz

Find expert psychologists, counsellors, and therapists in Auckland at Building Minds. Personalised mental health services for your well-being.

05/05/2025

Happy Monday!

Our clinic currently has openings for mental health assessments and individual therapy.

Whether you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, autism, or just need someone to talk to, our friendly and compassionate team are here to help 💚

You can reach us at ~ hello@buildingminds.co.nz

Find expert psychologists, counsellors, and therapists in Auckland at Building Minds. Personalised mental health services for your well-being.

23/04/2025

We still have a couple of places left for Brick Club for term 2. Please send enquiries to hello@buildingminds.co.nz

19/04/2025

Happy Easter from the Building Minds team. We want to wish you and your whānau a safe Easter celebration post cyclone Tam.