Education and Learning Disabilities Psychologists and Therapists in Ormond, VIC
Welcome to Internal Sunshine, where we embrace a holistic approach to your well-being, valuing every facet of who you are – your mind, body, soul, and social connections. Here, we understand that your spiritual beliefs, values, and sense of purpose are integral parts of your journey. Our therapy is grounded in anti-racism, affirming principles, and deep respect for your experiences and resilience. We're also committed to a neuroaffirming practice in therapy, which means we recognize and celebrate the diverse ways individuals process and engage with the world.
Welcome to Internal Sunshine, where we embrace a holistic approach to your well-being, valuing every facet of who you are – your mind, body, soul, and social connections. Here, we understand that your spiritual beliefs, values, and sense of purpose are integral parts of your journey. Our therapy is grounded in anti-racism, affirming principles, and deep respect for your experiences and resilience. We're also committed to a neuroaffirming practice in therapy, which means we recognize and celebrate the diverse ways individuals process and engage with the world.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure about your next steps in life? You might be facing challenges like stress, anxiety, trauma, or complex family dynamics, such as domestic violence or co-parenting after divorce. Maybe you need support for your child’s emotional or developmental needs. Perhaps you’re looking to build confidence, strengthen relationships, or navigate significant life transitions. You want to feel understood, supported, and empowered to take control of your life. Your goal is to gain clarity, develop strategies, and find balance and independence.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure about your next steps in life? You might be facing challenges like stress, anxiety, trauma, or complex family dynamics, such as domestic violence or co-parenting after divorce. Maybe you need support for your child’s emotional or developmental needs. Perhaps you’re looking to build confidence, strengthen relationships, or navigate significant life transitions. You want to feel understood, supported, and empowered to take control of your life. Your goal is to gain clarity, develop strategies, and find balance and independence.
You may be seeking support through individual therapy or by joining a small supportive group where you can feel safe, understood, and accepted. For some, this includes healing from trauma related to sexual violence, incest, or other forms of sexual, physical, or psychological abuse, which may still shape how safe the world and relationships feel. You may also be neurodivergent—living with ADHD, autism, OCD, or dyslexia—or navigating anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder and feeling misunderstood or exhausted from trying to meet expectations that do not align with who you truly are and needing a safe and confidential place.
You may be seeking support through individual therapy or by joining a small supportive group where you can feel safe, understood, and accepted. For some, this includes healing from trauma related to sexual violence, incest, or other forms of sexual, physical, or psychological abuse, which may still shape how safe the world and relationships feel. You may also be neurodivergent—living with ADHD, autism, OCD, or dyslexia—or navigating anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder and feeling misunderstood or exhausted from trying to meet expectations that do not align with who you truly are and needing a safe and confidential place.
Maria provides counselling and intervention for neurodivergent and neurotypical children, young people and families (4 years+). Maria uses skills-based and cognitive-based approaches, as well as relational approaches, using Child Centre Play Therapy. Archie, a lovely Accredited Therapy dog can also be included in sessions. Support is provided for a wide range of common child and adolescent issues, including anxiety, depression, perfectionism, anger and others. Maria loves to work with neurodivergent young people in neuroaffirming ways to explore their identity. Maria also works with parents to help support them with parenting.
Maria provides counselling and intervention for neurodivergent and neurotypical children, young people and families (4 years+). Maria uses skills-based and cognitive-based approaches, as well as relational approaches, using Child Centre Play Therapy. Archie, a lovely Accredited Therapy dog can also be included in sessions. Support is provided for a wide range of common child and adolescent issues, including anxiety, depression, perfectionism, anger and others. Maria loves to work with neurodivergent young people in neuroaffirming ways to explore their identity. Maria also works with parents to help support them with parenting.
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HYM is a private child psychology clinic managed by Psychologist Ann-elizabeth. HYM supports children who are experiencing mental health, learning or behavioural issues. Ann is very passionate about helping your child build their toolbox so they are better equipped to face obstacles and cope with difficult situations. Ann's approach is to establish what is going on for your child and then create a plan, incorporating essential skill development during the therapeutic process. Parents play a vital role in supporting the process so their child can practice skills and make progress. Together we can make a difference!
HYM is a private child psychology clinic managed by Psychologist Ann-elizabeth. HYM supports children who are experiencing mental health, learning or behavioural issues. Ann is very passionate about helping your child build their toolbox so they are better equipped to face obstacles and cope with difficult situations. Ann's approach is to establish what is going on for your child and then create a plan, incorporating essential skill development during the therapeutic process. Parents play a vital role in supporting the process so their child can practice skills and make progress. Together we can make a difference!
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and families who may feel overwhelmed, struggle with emotions, behaviour, or challenges at school or home. I support young people experiencing anxiety, low confidence, and difficulties with emotional regulation and relationships. I also work with children with autism, learning disabilities, and those in out-of-home care. Using a warm, trauma-informed approach and Social Emotional Learning (SEL), I provide individual counselling and family therapy to build emotional awareness, strengthen relationships, and support positive, lasting change.
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and families who may feel overwhelmed, struggle with emotions, behaviour, or challenges at school or home. I support young people experiencing anxiety, low confidence, and difficulties with emotional regulation and relationships. I also work with children with autism, learning disabilities, and those in out-of-home care. Using a warm, trauma-informed approach and Social Emotional Learning (SEL), I provide individual counselling and family therapy to build emotional awareness, strengthen relationships, and support positive, lasting change.
Provide an assessment service only to help diagnose ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disorders (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), and identify giftedness.
Shelley Thompson is Owner and Principal Psychologist of Psychology Assessment Services (PAS). She has been a registered psychologist for over 15 years. She has extensive experience working with children and adolescents across a range of settings, including private practice and government, catholic, independent, and specialist schools.
Provide an assessment service only to help diagnose ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disorders (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), and identify giftedness.
Shelley Thompson is Owner and Principal Psychologist of Psychology Assessment Services (PAS). She has been a registered psychologist for over 15 years. She has extensive experience working with children and adolescents across a range of settings, including private practice and government, catholic, independent, and specialist schools.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, burnout, and major life transitions. My approach is collaborative and insight-oriented, drawing on CBT, ACT, and attachment-based therapies within a trauma-informed framework.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, burnout, and major life transitions. My approach is collaborative and insight-oriented, drawing on CBT, ACT, and attachment-based therapies within a trauma-informed framework.
Kirra is an AHPRA endorsed clinical psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society. Kirra works with children, adolescents and adults with a diverse range of presentations. Kirra completes learning assessments, Autism assessments, behavioural assessments and also works with depression, anxiety, general counselling and grief. Appointments are within school hours.
Appointments are supported by a friendly Therapy Dog who provides supportive and calm environment for children and adults. This can also assist with individuals who are hesitant to come to sessions. Chat to us today to see how we can help.
Kirra is an AHPRA endorsed clinical psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society. Kirra works with children, adolescents and adults with a diverse range of presentations. Kirra completes learning assessments, Autism assessments, behavioural assessments and also works with depression, anxiety, general counselling and grief. Appointments are within school hours.
Appointments are supported by a friendly Therapy Dog who provides supportive and calm environment for children and adults. This can also assist with individuals who are hesitant to come to sessions. Chat to us today to see how we can help.
I'm an educational and developmental psychologist who works with school-aged children and their families who are seeking support for challenges with big emotions, anxiety and worries, learning or attention, school or social interactions. These children may feel overwhelmed or struggle with regulation in their daily lives. I work with children and parents to help a child thrive emotionally, socially, and academically, ensuring they both feel understood and supported. I specialise in comprehensive psychological and diagnostic assessments including cognitive, educational & literacy, dyslexia, autism, & adhd.
I'm an educational and developmental psychologist who works with school-aged children and their families who are seeking support for challenges with big emotions, anxiety and worries, learning or attention, school or social interactions. These children may feel overwhelmed or struggle with regulation in their daily lives. I work with children and parents to help a child thrive emotionally, socially, and academically, ensuring they both feel understood and supported. I specialise in comprehensive psychological and diagnostic assessments including cognitive, educational & literacy, dyslexia, autism, & adhd.
I work with a variety of clients including neurodivergent children, adolescents, adults, and the families who care for them, as well as people navigating life transitions, new parenthood, and perinatal mental health. Many come feeling unseen, or exhausted from trying to explain themselves in spaces that weren't built with them in mind. I bring my own neurodivergent lived experience alongside my clinical training, and I approach every person with genuine curiosity, warmth, and care.
I work with a variety of clients including neurodivergent children, adolescents, adults, and the families who care for them, as well as people navigating life transitions, new parenthood, and perinatal mental health. Many come feeling unseen, or exhausted from trying to explain themselves in spaces that weren't built with them in mind. I bring my own neurodivergent lived experience alongside my clinical training, and I approach every person with genuine curiosity, warmth, and care.
As a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience working in a variety of settings, I am passionate about supporting neurodiversity across the lifespan, with a particular interest in providing high-quality clinical assessments that bring clarity and understanding. Whether working with children, adolescents or adults, I aim to create a safe, respectful space where differences are recognised and celebrated rather than pathologised. I believe that a thoughtful assessment can be a powerful turning point, helping individuals and families better understand strengths, challenges and the pathways forward.
As a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience working in a variety of settings, I am passionate about supporting neurodiversity across the lifespan, with a particular interest in providing high-quality clinical assessments that bring clarity and understanding. Whether working with children, adolescents or adults, I aim to create a safe, respectful space where differences are recognised and celebrated rather than pathologised. I believe that a thoughtful assessment can be a powerful turning point, helping individuals and families better understand strengths, challenges and the pathways forward.
At our practice, we specialise in supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and adults through challenges related to autism, ADHD, behavioural issues, anxiety, depression, and more. We are committed to providing compassionate, tailored care that respects each individual’s unique needs. Our goal is to help clients navigate life’s transitions, build resilience, and develop the skills they need to thrive. With empathy and understanding, we work together to create positive, lasting change.
At our practice, we specialise in supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and adults through challenges related to autism, ADHD, behavioural issues, anxiety, depression, and more. We are committed to providing compassionate, tailored care that respects each individual’s unique needs. Our goal is to help clients navigate life’s transitions, build resilience, and develop the skills they need to thrive. With empathy and understanding, we work together to create positive, lasting change.
I changed my career later in life in order to assist people in reaching their goals. I offer person-centric support to anyone who needs it and will work with you to develop the right treatment plan.
I changed my career later in life in order to assist people in reaching their goals. I offer person-centric support to anyone who needs it and will work with you to develop the right treatment plan.
Kat has been passionate about supporting adults and children with neurodiversity since 2007. She has specialized in assessment and intervention for individuals with ASD, ADHD, Specific Learning Disability, Intellectual Disability, giftedness, and developmental differences. She is a warm and collaborative clinician with an evidence based and neurodiverse affirming approach to supporting children, adolescents, and adults to reach their individual goals.
Kat has been passionate about supporting adults and children with neurodiversity since 2007. She has specialized in assessment and intervention for individuals with ASD, ADHD, Specific Learning Disability, Intellectual Disability, giftedness, and developmental differences. She is a warm and collaborative clinician with an evidence based and neurodiverse affirming approach to supporting children, adolescents, and adults to reach their individual goals.
Shannon is a Educational & Developmental and Clinical Psychologist with 18 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, parents, young adults and families. She is passionate about her work and sharing in the growth and empowerment of her clients. After working in community health, not for profit, school settings and private practice, she brings warmth, humour, curiosity and compassion and has a keen interest in neurodiversity and anxiety. Shannon is a Board Approved Supervisor and welcomes enquiries from provisional psychologists and psychologists working within schools and other settings.
Shannon is a Educational & Developmental and Clinical Psychologist with 18 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, parents, young adults and families. She is passionate about her work and sharing in the growth and empowerment of her clients. After working in community health, not for profit, school settings and private practice, she brings warmth, humour, curiosity and compassion and has a keen interest in neurodiversity and anxiety. Shannon is a Board Approved Supervisor and welcomes enquiries from provisional psychologists and psychologists working within schools and other settings.
My ideal client is a parent worried about their child’s learning, behaviour, or development. They may have noticed struggles with attention, reading, or social skills and feel unsure about what to do next. Their goal is to understand their child better and get clear, practical guidance to support them at school and home. They want answers, not just labels—and I help provide that through compassionate, thorough, and easy-to-understand psychological assessments.
My ideal client is a parent worried about their child’s learning, behaviour, or development. They may have noticed struggles with attention, reading, or social skills and feel unsure about what to do next. Their goal is to understand their child better and get clear, practical guidance to support them at school and home. They want answers, not just labels—and I help provide that through compassionate, thorough, and easy-to-understand psychological assessments.
As a psychologist passionate about gaming and its community, I find fulfillment working with young adults navigating life's uncertainties. My ideal clients are gamers who may feel socially isolated or misunderstood due to their unique interests. They might experience mood disruptions or a lack of confidence without knowing why. These individuals seek to find their place in the world, build meaningful connections, and harness their strengths to overcome challenges.
As a psychologist passionate about gaming and its community, I find fulfillment working with young adults navigating life's uncertainties. My ideal clients are gamers who may feel socially isolated or misunderstood due to their unique interests. They might experience mood disruptions or a lack of confidence without knowing why. These individuals seek to find their place in the world, build meaningful connections, and harness their strengths to overcome challenges.
Larney is the clinic director at Inner Light Allied Health, where her ideal clients are neurodivergent individuals across the lifespan, along with their families and carers. She understands the neurodivergent experience, including anxiety, school avoidance, sensory differences, neurodiverse burnout, and regulating the nervous system. Larney provides guidance in understanding each individual's unique needs. She supports her clients to feel safe, accepted, and valued without pressure to mask.
Larney is the clinic director at Inner Light Allied Health, where her ideal clients are neurodivergent individuals across the lifespan, along with their families and carers. She understands the neurodivergent experience, including anxiety, school avoidance, sensory differences, neurodiverse burnout, and regulating the nervous system. Larney provides guidance in understanding each individual's unique needs. She supports her clients to feel safe, accepted, and valued without pressure to mask.
Everyone needs a toolkit of strategies to get more out of every day. If you feel you would benefit from a safe space to explore ways to live your life more fully, and with greater self-compassion and understanding, I welcome your contact.
I am passionate about working with young people to develop their self knowledge, and the skills and strategies to facilitate empowerment and positive change. I am committed to working with adults seeking ways to respond to their children’s needs, and their own, to maintain healthy relationships and foster personal growth.
Everyone needs a toolkit of strategies to get more out of every day. If you feel you would benefit from a safe space to explore ways to live your life more fully, and with greater self-compassion and understanding, I welcome your contact.
I am passionate about working with young people to develop their self knowledge, and the skills and strategies to facilitate empowerment and positive change. I am committed to working with adults seeking ways to respond to their children’s needs, and their own, to maintain healthy relationships and foster personal growth.
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- Moorabbin
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Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.