Child Psychology| Neuroaffirming Clinical Psychology Services

At GROW Clinical Psychology, we provide specialist child and adolescent psychology services in Melbourne, including psychological therapy, autism assessments, and ADHD assessments.

We work with children, adolescents, and families to support emotional wellbeing, developmental understanding, and mental health across home, school, and social environments.

Our clinic is neuroaffirming, evidence-based, and collaborative, with a strong focus on working alongside GPs, paediatricians, and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated care.

Our Core Services

We provide specialist support across:

Child & Adolescent Psychology

• Anxiety, worry, and emotional difficulties

• Behavioural and emotional regulation challenges

• School refusal and school anxiety

• Low mood and depression

• Social and friendship difficulties

• Trauma and adjustment difficulties

• Family separation and life transitions

Autism Assessments

We offer comprehensive autism assessments using gold-standard tools including ADOS-2, ADI-R, and MIGDAS within a neuroaffirming framework.

ADHD & Attention Assessments

We provide thorough assessments for attention, executive functioning, and behavioural concerns to support clarity, diagnosis, and treatment planning.

Parent & Family Support

We support parents with strategies to understand and respond to their child’s emotional and behavioural needs effectively.

Our Clinical Approach

Our practice is built on:

• Neuroaffirming care that values neurodiversity

• Evidence-based assessment and intervention

• Collaborative, family-centred practice

• Clear communication with referrers (GPs & Paediatricians)

• Strengths-based understanding of each child

We aim to reduce stress and uncertainty for families by providing clear explanations, practical recommendations, and structured support pathways.

Collaboration with GPs and Paediatricians

We work closely with medical professionals to support:

• Autism and ADHD diagnostic clarification

• Complex developmental presentations

• Emotional and behavioural concerns

• School-related difficulties

• Differential diagnosis and comprehensive assessment reports

Our reports are:

• Detailed and clinically robust

• Suitable for diagnostic clarification and treatment planning

• Useful for school supports and NDIS applications where relevant

We prioritise timely communication and professional collaboration throughout the assessment process.

Who We Support

We provide psychology services for:

• Children (early childhood through school age)

• Adolescents

• Families seeking developmental or emotional clarity

• Neurodivergent children (Autistic, ADHD, and related profiles)

• Gifted and twice-exceptional children

Signs a Child May Benefit From Support

Children may benefit from assessment or therapy if they are experiencing:

• Persistent anxiety or emotional distress

• School refusal or school-based difficulties

• Social withdrawal or friendship challenges

• Emotional outbursts or shutdowns

• Attention and learning difficulties

• Sensory sensitivities

• Difficulty coping with change or transitions

Early support can improve emotional regulation, confidence, and long-term developmental outcomes.

Our Commitment to Families

At GROW, we understand that seeking support can feel overwhelming.

We are committed to:

• Clear and transparent assessment pathways

• Compassionate, non-judgemental care

• Practical recommendations that can be used at home and school

• Respecting each child’s individuality and identity

• Supporting families to feel informed and empowered

Referrals & Appointments

We accept referrals from:

• GPs

• Paediatricians

• Allied health professionals

• Self-referring families

If you are seeking a child psychologist in Melbourne, or a neuroaffirming autism or ADHD assessment, we welcome you to contact our team.

Book an Appointment

If you would like to arrange an appointment or discuss whether assessment or therapy is appropriate, please contact GROW Clinical Psychology.

We are here to support your child’s wellbeing, development, and confidence.