Dr. Blessy John-Denny MBBS DCH FRACP (Gen Paed) FRACP (PEM) MPH MHM Hello, my name is Blessy. I am a children’s specialist and also a paediatric emergency physician. For over a decade, I invested in learning paediatric conditions that required immediate attention as well as community based comprehensive care at the Children's Hospital at Westmead, Sydney Children’s Hospital Network. Along the way, I gained my dual fellowships in Paediatrics and Child Health and Paediatric Emergency Medicine with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. I also acquired a Master of Public Health and a Master of Health Management from UNSW. SPECIALTY General Paediatrician Paediatric Emergency Physician AREA OF INTEREST Adolescent Health Behavioural, ADHD, Autism (ASD), Anxiety & learning difficulties General paediatrics -...
Dr Maina Kava is a consultant paediatric neurologist at Perth Children’s Hospital and privately at Paedswest. She is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians . Maina is an active member of the Australia and New Zealand Child Neurology Society (ANZCNS). She graduated from University of Mumbai with several distinctions and a gold medal. She completed her paediatric training with a gold medal and paediatric neurology training from India, Australia, and Canada.
Dr Sharon Saline, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist. With over 30 years’ experience, she is a top expert on ADHD, anxiety, learning differences and mental health challenges. Sharon is sibling of a child who wrestled with untreated ADHD. She has decades of academic excellence and clinical experience. Sharon helps to guide families as they navigate from the confusing maze of diagnoses. As a clinician/educator trainer, she addresses topics from the teen brain to bullying prevention. Heralded as an invaluable resource, her book (click here to view) is the recipient of two highly-acclaimed awards. As a sought-after lecturer and workshop facilitator, she combines psychology with her love of theatre to animatedly present on topics. These include understanding ADHD, executive functioning...
Dr. Drake is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) and holds a certificate in Consultation–Liaison Psychiatry. Using a recovery-oriented and strengths-based approach, Dr. Drake provides holistic and collaborative evidence-based treatment with an educational and trauma-informed lens. Dr. Drake completed his undergraduate medical training at the University of Newcastle and the University of Oslo, before completing a Master of Medicine from the University of Sydney. He has worked as a general medical doctor at Concord Repatriation General Hospital and completed his psychiatry specialist training at several hospitals including the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Liverpool Hospital, and the Chris O’Brien Lifehouse. He has held academic teaching appointments at the University of New South Wales and...
Dragana Ana Kardum BCouns, GradDip RelatCouns, PACFA Counsellor for Individuals, Couples and Families Therapeutic Approach Integrates the solution focused and family systems insight. Focuses on the strength base for positive change. Specialisation in Narrative, Art, Cognitive Behavioural and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Helping you to find inner peace, clarity and solutions. Counselling services offered to female, male and LGBTI people to address grief and loss, relationship issues, life stress and transitions, family conflict, illness and disability. 8 years of working experience in individual and group therapy. Registered - Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia - PACFA Number 24530 Medibank Service Provider Discount for carers and pensioners
I offer screening assessments using standardised and diagnostic tools that are designed to identify students ‘at risk’ of reading and maths failure. Parents receive a short 5-page report detailing the outcome, referrals to allied professionals and brief recommendations for learning support staff at school. I then provide comprehensive educational assessments for students that have completed targeted literacy and/or numeracy intervention either at school or with an allied professional. These assessments formally identify specific learning differences, including dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Parents receive a detailed 25-page report and personalised feedback (via email, phone call or face-to-face) to ensure that they leave ready and empowered to advocate for their child’s learning needs. During my 5 years of...
E Med Specialist Our mission at e-Med Specialist Pty Ltd is to provide access to specialized medical services for all Australians, regardless of their location. Through the use of Telehealth technology, we aim to collaborate with local doctors to develop comprehensive treatment plans and bridge the gap between specialists and patients in need. Our goal is to ensure that everyone has access to quality healthcare, no matter where they are located.
EarlyEd is an early intervention service for children and their families, delivering all the services they need including speech pathology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, behaviour support and special education. For over 40 years, as a not for profit organisation, Early Ed have been supporting families across Northern and Western Sydney. Our teams have specialised early intervention skills as well as discipline specific skills to help them assess, set goals and provide interventions that will support the child as a whole as well as their family and community. Our teams of intervention staff work together with families, preschools and childcare to find ways to support children to be ready to learn. Early Ed plan and deliver support in ways that meet the individual...
EarlyEd is an early intervention service for children and their families, delivering all the services they need including speech pathology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, behaviour support and special education. For over 40 years, as a not for profit organisation, Early Ed have been supporting families across Northern and Western Sydney. Our teams have specialised early intervention skills as well as discipline specific skills to help them assess, set goals and provide interventions that will support the child as a whole as well as their family and community. Our teams of intervention staff work together with families, preschools and childcare to find ways to support children to be ready to learn. Early Ed plan and deliver support in ways that meet the individual...
EarlyEd is an early intervention service for children and their families, delivering all the services they need including speech pathology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, behaviour support and special education. For over 40 years, as a not for profit organisation, Early Ed have been supporting families across Northern and Western Sydney. Our teams have specialised early intervention skills as well as discipline specific skills to help them assess, set goals and provide interventions that will support the child as a whole as well as their family and community. Our teams of intervention staff work together with families, preschools and childcare to find ways to support children to be ready to learn. Early Ed plan and deliver support in ways that meet the individual...
EarlyEd is an early intervention service for children and their families, delivering all the services they need including speech pathology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, behaviour support and special education. For over 40 years, as a not for profit organisation, Early Ed have been supporting families across Northern and Western Sydney. Our teams have specialised early intervention skills as well as discipline specific skills to help them assess, set goals and provide interventions that will support the child as a whole as well as their family and community. Our teams of intervention staff work together with families, preschools and childcare to find ways to support children to be ready to learn. Early Ed plan and deliver support in ways that meet the individual...
EarlyEd is an early intervention service for children and their families, delivering all the services they need including speech pathology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, behaviour support and special education. For over 40 years, as a not for profit organisation, Early Ed have been supporting families across Northern and Western Sydney. Our teams have specialised early intervention skills as well as discipline specific skills to help them assess, set goals and provide interventions that will support the child as a whole as well as their family and community. Our teams of intervention staff work together with families, preschools and childcare to find ways to support children to be ready to learn. Early Ed plan and deliver support in ways that meet the individual...
Earlysteps is a unique private Occupational Therapy and Podiatry Practice located in the Outer Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne that has a focus on paediatric health for children and adolescents. Clinicians at Earlysteps provide all clients with varied and in depth experience in their relevant fields. They have national registration and are regularly engaging in professional development. Check us out on Facebook here
Louise Kissane - Founder of Earth School Earth School offers meditation, creativity and nature-based experiences to students and staff within the school system and to parents and children after school and in school holidays. Louise has been teaching children and teens for over 25 years in her role as a PD/H/PE teacher and is the mother of 2 young adults. The tools of meditation, creativity and time in nature offer us the opportunity to find balance, restore connection to ourselves, develop emotional awareness and resilience, reduce stress and anxiety levels, promoting calm and focus. All this supports us to grow and thrive as individuals within our families, communities and the wider world to which we belong. Louise offers workshops and...
Elanora Heights Medical Practice was founded by husband and wife, Dr Tom Hogan and Dr Laura Lum. They are passionate about total health and optimal wellbeing and remain dedicated to considering both how to treat symptoms while also investigating the underlying cause of the many health issues prevalent in modern society. We are dedicated to honest, open-minded healthcare drawing on traditional values in combination with the latest practices to compliment care. Our state of the art facilities allow the delivery of modern care in a welcoming setting. Dr Laura Lum - Director Dr Tom Hogan - Medical Director
Full Time Martial Arts And Fitness Centre based in Minchinbury, Sydney owned by Master Bren Foster ELITE provides our Members with world class Martial arts. ELITE also offer's Free Running, Parkour, Tricking and Tumbling on our Olympic Style Sprung Floor. Our Centre is state of the Art. Our Martial arts instructors are ALL world class and Australian Champion's that have represented Australia many times. Check out their Facebook page here
Emma Pratt Psychology I guide neurodivergent adults on a transformative journey to discover their unique neurotype. With Autism and ADHD assessments and coaching, we foster self-understanding and growth for a liberated and fulfilling life.
Emma Sternberg Holistic Kinesiologist Emma Sternberg holds a Bachelor of Health Science(Complementary Medicine) through Charles Sturt University and an Advanced Diploma of Health Science and a Diploma of Mind Body Medicine from The College of Complementary Medicine. She is also a member of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society and a past President of the Integrative Complementary Medicine Association. Kinesiology became a passion of Emma’s over 15 years ago when she saw the the changes it brought her brother who had facial tics. Kinesiology not only stopped the tics but improved his self-confidence. Once Emma started the Kinesiology course she was prompted to start questioning herself, it was through this that she learnt first hand the value of kinesiology. Kinesiology not only...
EPIC (Empowering Parents In Crisis) EPIC (Empowering Parents In Crisis) is a NFP Organisation led by parents with lived experience of teens in crisis. EPIC was founded in 2021 as a result of the isolation and powerlessness experienced when parents and carers were faced with young people facing mental health challenges including ADHD or choosing challenging behaviours. EPIC is a safe, non-judgmental community building support platform offering peer-peer support, education and sharing through an inclusive cultural lens. EPIC acknowledges that it is a frightening, lonely and very worrying period for parents/carers and families when their child is facing challenges. Our team seeks to support community recovery and capacity building for parents/carers and families of young people by providing a supportive...
EPIC (Empowering Parents In Crisis) EPIC (Empowering Parents In Crisis) is a NFP Organisation led by parents with lived experience of teens in crisis. EPIC was founded in 2021 as a result of the isolation and powerlessness experienced when parents and carers were faced with young people facing mental health challenges including ADHD or choosing challenging behaviours. EPIC is a safe, non-judgmental community building support platform offering peer-peer support, education and sharing through an inclusive cultural lens. EPIC acknowledges that it is a frightening, lonely and very worrying period for parents/carers and families when their child is facing challenges. Our team seeks to support community recovery and capacity building for parents/carers and families of young people by providing a supportive...
EPIC (Empowering Parents In Crisis) EPIC (Empowering Parents In Crisis) is a NFP Organisation led by parents with lived experience of teens in crisis. EPIC was founded in 2021 as a result of the isolation and powerlessness experienced when parents and carers were faced with young people facing mental health challenges including ADHD or choosing challenging behaviours. EPIC is a safe, non-judgmental community building support platform offering peer-peer support, education and sharing through an inclusive cultural lens. EPIC acknowledges that it is a frightening, lonely and very worrying period for parents/carers and families when their child is facing challenges. Our team seeks to support community recovery and capacity building for parents/carers and families of young people by providing a supportive...
EPIC (Empowering Parents In Crisis) EPIC (Empowering Parents In Crisis) is a NFP Organisation led by parents with lived experience of teens in crisis. EPIC was founded in 2021 as a result of the isolation and powerlessness experienced when parents and carers were faced with young people facing mental health challenges including ADHD or choosing challenging behaviours. EPIC is a safe, non-judgmental community building support platform offering peer-peer support, education and sharing through an inclusive cultural lens. EPIC acknowledges that it is a frightening, lonely and very worrying period for parents/carers and families when their child is facing challenges. Our team seeks to support community recovery and capacity building for parents/carers and families of young people by providing a supportive...
EPIC (Empowering Parents In Crisis) EPIC (Empowering Parents In Crisis) is a NFP Organisation led by parents with lived experience of teens in crisis. EPIC was founded in 2021 as a result of the isolation and powerlessness experienced when parents and carers were faced with young people facing mental health challenges including ADHD or choosing challenging behaviours. EPIC is a safe, non-judgmental community building support platform offering peer-peer support, education and sharing through an inclusive cultural lens. EPIC acknowledges that it is a frightening, lonely and very worrying period for parents/carers and families when their child is facing challenges. Our team seeks to support community recovery and capacity building for parents/carers and families of young people by providing a supportive...
David Evian O.D. Behavioural & Paediatric Optometrist Sindy Evian Lowinger B.Optom, Behavioural & Paediatric Optometrist Assessments and Vision Therapy Talks, In-Service Seminars
Explore Nutrition Hello! We are Accredited Practicing Dietitian's based on Sydney's Northern Beaches & North Shore. We ensure we offer a safe space & weight inclusive care for all people.
Exploring Minds offers a wide range of services for children and adolescents. We focus on psychological assessments and is conveniently located in Applecross. Exploring Minds Psychology believes that all children possess a unique set of abilities and talents. We believe that if properly supported, and with early identification of your child's strengths and challenges, we can support your child to thrive in their day to day lives. Our practice is guided by a holistic approach, where we have tailored our services to integrate directly from other corner stones of your child's development. Our psychologists are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). We have experience working with children and adolescents in the education setting.
Falun Gong, also commonly known as Falun Dafa, is a self-improvement practice that improves mental and physical wellness. Great for relaxation, healing, and peace of mind. We are people in Sydney and New South Wales who practice Falun Gong and wish to share the benefits of this peaceful practice, via complimentary meditation classes and workshops—available to everyone, including businesses, organisations, recreational clubs and schools, as well as individuals, catered to your schedules. To find out where we practice in New South Wales click here
Family Advocacy Family Advocacy formally known as ‘The Institute for Family Advocacy and Leadership Development’ is an independent, impartial advocacy organisation that supports families across New South Wales to promote and defend the rights and interests of people with developmental disability. The organisation is managed and staffed by parents and allies of people with disability, who recognise the issues that people with disability and families face and who can assist in strengthening the advocacy and capacity of families. Family Advocacy was founded by families of people with disability, and differ from carer organisations in that our family members are advocating for people with disability to have a good, ordinary life. We do not advocate for parents or siblings themselves, and believe...
CATHOLIC CARE – FAMILY REFERRAL SERVICE Links you and your family with services to help with: Child and parenting programs Counselling and mediation Domestic violence Financial assistance Referrals to homelessness services Mental health support Migrant and settlement Youth support … and many other services you may need. Cost: Free All families and single young people Northern Sydney Region
Fay Karpouzis BSc., Grad DC., MSc (Hons) - ADHD Alternatives Fay is a retired health professional and a former researcher in Paediatric ADHD. Most importantly, she is a loving mother of two daughters, one of whom was diagnosed with ADHD 25 years ago. She has coupled her personal experiences as a mum, with her clinical and research experience to create a series of evidence-based children’s books, called “But why…?” This series includes important lifestyle activities that are designed to enhance the lives of children with and without ADHD. These books are filled with simple, practical and fun ways to inspire both parents and children to make healthy lifestyle choices together. Fay is available as a public speaker for talks about ADHD...
FNQ ADHD Angela Agius Hi, I’m Angie In 2018, after struggling to reach my “potential” despite repeatedly being described as bright , enthusiastic and intelligent I was diagnosed with ADHD. My son had just been diagnosed and through the process I recognized the parallels in my own life. I was determined to support my son to be the best version of himself and set out to learn everything I could about ADHD. I am a graduate of the Basic Training Program at the ADD Coach Academy [ADDCA] working towards accreditation and enrolled in the Advanced Training program. ADDCA provides training designed specifically for coaching those with ADHD and is one of a few organizations accredited by the ICF and PAAC....
From Here to Next Emmalee Pepar I am a parent of a now 18y/o son with ADHD. I used EFT Tapping to help me cope with the challenges of parenting an ADHD child and also with him directly. It is an excellent tool for regulation and calming the Nervous system. I am now a qualified EFT Tapping practitioner and one of my areas of practice is helping parents process their experience of parenting a child with ADHD, and also working with the kids themselves to give them some tools to help them calm themselves, sleep more easily and process the challenges of being different.
From Here to Next Emmalee Pepar I am a parent of a now 18y/o son with ADHD. I used EFT Tapping to help me cope with the challenges of parenting an ADHD child and also with him directly. It is an excellent tool for regulation and calming the Nervous system. I am now a qualified EFT Tapping practitioner and one of my areas of practice is helping parents process their experience of parenting a child with ADHD, and also working with the kids themselves to give them some tools to help them calm themselves, sleep more easily and process the challenges of being different.
From Here to Next Emmalee Pepar I am a parent of a now 18y/o son with ADHD. I used EFT Tapping to help me cope with the challenges of parenting an ADHD child and also with him directly. It is an excellent tool for regulation and calming the Nervous system. I am now a qualified EFT Tapping practitioner and one of my areas of practice is helping parents process their experience of parenting a child with ADHD, and also working with the kids themselves to give them some tools to help them calm themselves, sleep more easily and process the challenges of being different.
From Here to Next Emmalee Pepar I am a parent of a now 18y/o son with ADHD. I used EFT Tapping to help me cope with the challenges of parenting an ADHD child and also with him directly. It is an excellent tool for regulation and calming the Nervous system. I am now a qualified EFT Tapping practitioner and one of my areas of practice is helping parents process their experience of parenting a child with ADHD, and also working with the kids themselves to give them some tools to help them calm themselves, sleep more easily and process the challenges of being different.
From Here to Next Emmalee Pepar I am a parent of a now 18y/o son with ADHD. I used EFT Tapping to help me cope with the challenges of parenting an ADHD child and also with him directly. It is an excellent tool for regulation and calming the Nervous system. I am now a qualified EFT Tapping practitioner and one of my areas of practice is helping parents process their experience of parenting a child with ADHD, and also working with the kids themselves to give them some tools to help them calm themselves, sleep more easily and process the challenges of being different.
From: Aunt Matilda From: Aunt Matilda is a service which sends parcels to children to help them get off screens and get outside where they can explore, play and roam in nature. Suitable for children 3 years and over, these parcels are curated according to a monthly theme, and all of the packaging is environmentally friendly. Aunt Matilda is passionate about seeing children be creative, imaginative and active, and these parcels help to facilitate that, offering monthly subscription services or one off purchases. Containing various games, activities and exciting items, they are sure to be fun and engaging for all children. Visit their website to enquire about getting your own child a parcel or to find out more about what...
Full Potential Psychology Luke Blackwood Luke is the founding Clinical Psychologist at Full Potential Psychology and the creator of Legend Land, the Minecraft therapy world. Luke has the mission of making therapy fun, removing the barriers to people accessing treatment and destigmatising mental health and the expression of emotions. Luke takes a creative, engaging approach to therapy and has worked in a number of different areas including private practice, non-government organisations, youth detention centres, acute inpatient units, and schools. Luke works effectively with a variety of conditions and specialises in autism spectrum conditions, conduct disorder, ADHD, trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment, and mood disorders. Luke sees the importance of working with the system around the child and works with families, schools,...
Full Potential Psychology Luke Blackwood Luke is the founding Clinical Psychologist at Full Potential Psychology and the creator of Legend Land, the Minecraft therapy world. Luke has the mission of making therapy fun, removing the barriers to people accessing treatment and destigmatising mental health and the expression of emotions. Luke takes a creative, engaging approach to therapy and has worked in a number of different areas including private practice, non-government organisations, youth detention centres, acute inpatient units, and schools. Luke works effectively with a variety of conditions and specialises in autism spectrum conditions, conduct disorder, ADHD, trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment, and mood disorders. Luke sees the importance of working with the system around the child and works with families, schools,...
Full Potential Psychology Luke Blackwood Luke is the founding Clinical Psychologist at Full Potential Psychology and the creator of Legend Land, the Minecraft therapy world. Luke has the mission of making therapy fun, removing the barriers to people accessing treatment and destigmatising mental health and the expression of emotions. Luke takes a creative, engaging approach to therapy and has worked in a number of different areas including private practice, non-government organisations, youth detention centres, acute inpatient units, and schools. Luke works effectively with a variety of conditions and specialises in autism spectrum conditions, conduct disorder, ADHD, trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment, and mood disorders. Luke sees the importance of working with the system around the child and works with families, schools,...
Full Potential Psychology Luke Blackwood Luke is the founding Clinical Psychologist at Full Potential Psychology and the creator of Legend Land, the Minecraft therapy world. Luke has the mission of making therapy fun, removing the barriers to people accessing treatment and destigmatising mental health and the expression of emotions. Luke takes a creative, engaging approach to therapy and has worked in a number of different areas including private practice, non-government organisations, youth detention centres, acute inpatient units, and schools. Luke works effectively with a variety of conditions and specialises in autism spectrum conditions, conduct disorder, ADHD, trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment, and mood disorders. Luke sees the importance of working with the system around the child and works with families, schools,...
Full Potential Psychology Luke Blackwood Luke is the founding Clinical Psychologist at Full Potential Psychology and the creator of Legend Land, the Minecraft therapy world. Luke has the mission of making therapy fun, removing the barriers to people accessing treatment and destigmatising mental health and the expression of emotions. Luke takes a creative, engaging approach to therapy and has worked in a number of different areas including private practice, non-government organisations, youth detention centres, acute inpatient units, and schools. Luke works effectively with a variety of conditions and specialises in autism spectrum conditions, conduct disorder, ADHD, trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment, and mood disorders. Luke sees the importance of working with the system around the child and works with families, schools,...
We help gamers and their families find a healthier relationship with gaming Our mission is to bridge the gap between gamers, parents and professionals through education and intelligent gaming strategies. minimize compulsion and escapism by building resilience reduce the conflict around gaming at home develop self knowledge and a greater sense of fulfilment learn how to play intelligently and sustainably. We focus on the initial 1on1 mentoring session to relate to the gamer and get the ball rolling. The family can then take the path of the mentoring package or a join a group program Parents are encouraged to start on the parents page to choose from one of three different age groups: 7-11, 12-17 and 18+ We also have a specialized group...
Go-Kan-Ryu Karate (GKR) is a traditional Japanese style of karate. GKR was founded by Robert Sullivan in Adelaide, South Australia. Robert first began training in the art of karate in 1964. He spent time training and teaching in both Japan and the USA before establishing GKR in 1984. GKR Karate is taught in a non-contact environment and promotes both character and physical development. GKR is a club for all ages and promotes self-defence, fitness, coordination, discipline, confidence and stress relief. People of all walks of life can train together and learn the art of karate in a safe, fun and encouraging environment. Check out their Facebook page here
Gladstone Gymnastic coaches attended professional development training on Coaching Gymnasts with ADHD with ADHD Support Australia in January 2020 so can be considered an ADHD-friendly gym! The Club operates from the Anna Turetschek Gymnastic Arena located at the PCYC Multi Purpose Sports Complex, 53 Yarroon St, Gladstone. Gladstone Gymnastics is a not for profit organisation and boasts over 700 square metres of space designed and built specifically for our Gymnastic programs. Our facility features a full size gymnastics floor, a vault runway, three high and three low beams, two sets of competition bars, three single rails, two sets of P-Bars, canopy rings, Pit Rings, numerous mushrooms for boys, FIG pommel, one pit bar and two strap bar rails, tumble track,...
Gifted Learning Disabled (GLD) Australia is a national not-for-profit online learning community and support group responding to the needs of intellectually gifted learners with disability (GLD) or other learning challenges, including ADHD. Through the sharing of information, research and personal experiences, GLD Australia members seek to provide support for GLD children and for those who care for, teach and advocate for them.
Global Neurodiverse Families Sarah Devotion Garner I help neurodivergent people and families, especially those not living in their home countries, transform their lives and thrive through ADHD coaching, education, and advocacy. Neurodiversity describes the idea that the ways that people’s brains work cause them to experience and interact with the world around them in many different ways. There is no one ‘right’ way of thinking, learning, and behaving, and differences should not be viewed as deficits. What helps young people with ADHD the most is having an accepting, supportive person in their lives. I want to help parents be that person for their own kids, and also for themselves - especially if they have a late diagnosis. Together, we will work...