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Childosophy

Means 'child's wisdom' : A philosophy of wellbeing for children and our inner-child. A knowing that when we understand children, we understand life.

A whole-child, research informed development model created by Dr. Maxine Thérèse. A complete philosophy and practical applications of this philosophy for children's needs and welllbeing

Assisting your child to be the best they can be...

All children are balanced and harmoniously whole but life's situations & circumstances can tip our children off balance or fragment their wholeness. Childosophy is an amazing approach that assists adults and children to identify why and when they have become imbalanced and help them to return to their natural harmony. Offering children and caregivers of children access to an enhanced way of interpreting their feelings, thoughts and actions and understand why they have needed to act in certain ways. Dr Maxine Therese teaches others to use the system and trains candidates to be certified as Childosophy Children's Wellbeing practitioners. Contact Maxine at www.childosophy.com
OR www.maxinetherese.com

02/04/2026

Children are constantly exploring, experimenting, and bringing their visions to life. Every drawing, story, or game is a window into how they see the world and what they are capable of creating. By noticing and supporting their ideas, we help them grow confident, bold, and proud of their unique vision.

30/03/2026

The loud ones.
The quiet ones.
The ones who push boundaries.
The ones who withdraw.

Behaviour isn’t random. It’s communication.
When we begin to see behaviour through the lens of needs, we move from control → to connection.
And that’s where real learning begins.

27/03/2026

There comes a moment when the noise softens, and something quieter begins to guide you.

Not comparison, not expectation, just a steady knowing of what feels true.

Your path may look different, slower, even unseen by others. But it is yours.

Vision isn’t borrowed. It’s remembered.

And you are allowed to follow what you see.

25/03/2026

Technology is not just a screen, it is a window into what children are curious about, what challenges them, and how they approach learning. By observing, guiding, and supporting their interactions, we can help children use technology to build understanding, confidence, and a deeper connection to the world around them.

20/03/2026

Children are constantly scanning their environment for clarity. They are trying to work out what is happening, what is coming next, and where they stand within it all. When they can see clearly, they feel oriented and settled. When they cannot, uncertainty can show up as control, resistance, or big emotions.

Supporting the Need to See is about offering preparation, explanation, and gentle guidance.

Clarity reduces anxiety. When children can see, they can soften, engage, and trust the world around them.

17/03/2026

When children’s feelings, thoughts and actions are in alignment, they move through the world with ease and clarity. It’s like their inner experience and outer expression are in conversation, not conflict.

As adults, noticing this alignment helps us understand their needs, support their growth, and guide them gently, without forcing or correcting.

When we honour the harmony between what a child feels, thinks, and does, we nurture confidence, curiosity, and a sense of safety that shapes everything they do.

15/03/2026

If Children lie or we catch them speaking an untruth we need to open to explore what they feel – they may lie because a part of them is desperate to be heard. When we pause, listen deeply, and meet their Need to Speak, we give them a safe space to express, to be understood, and to trust.
Truthfulness emerges not from rules or punishment, but from connection, understanding, and the assurance that their voice matters.
Visit the website for the article on Little White Lies from Dr Maxine Therese

11/03/2026

Communication is more than words—it’s how children show who they are and make sense of their world. When we truly listen, validate, and create space for their voice, we nurture curiosity and agency.

Even the smallest gesture, sound, or story matters. Meeting their Need to Speak is how we help them feel seen, understood, and authentically themselves.

Our Children’s Wellbeing Chart has all of the symptoms and common childhood presentations of each need. Shop link in Bio

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Newtown, VIC

Website

http://www.childosophy.com/, https://www.youtube.com/@dr.maxinetherese, https://www.skool.com/soul-generation-2972/about

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Childosophy & Dr Maxine Therese

Dr Maxine Therese is the founder of Childosophy, creator of the Foundational Needs Model, published author and Children’s Wellbeing expert. Her work is based on 20+ years of research and clinical practice and has been guided by a push to find a better way to assist the development of children.

Childosophy is a complete philosophy and practical application for children's needs and welllbeing. All children are balanced and harmoniously whole but life's situations and circumstances can tip our children off balance or fragment their wholeness. The Childosophy approach assists adults and children to identify why and when they have become imbalanced and help them to return to their natural harmony. Dr Maxine Therese teaches others to use the Childosophy system and trains candidates to be certified as Childosophy Children's Wellbeing practitioners. She regularly speaks at events and contributes to media publications. Contact Maxine at www.childosophy.com OR www.maxinetherese.com