Calm Space Psychology Services

04/01/2026

As we step into the new year, all of us at Calm Space Psychology Services are filled with warmth and gratitude as we reopen our doors to you. 🌿

The holiday season has been a time of reflection and renewal for us, and we hope it has been for you too. Now, as 2026 begins, we’re here to support you in creating a calmer, more centred life.

💙 Have you been longing for a space where you feel truly heard and understood?
💙 What would it mean to start this year with clarity, balance, and peace?
💙 Could the right support help you take meaningful steps towards healing?

✨ Whether you’re continuing your journey with us or just beginning, we welcome you with open arms. Together, we can create your Calm Space – a space where you can heal, grow, and thrive.

🗓 We have appointments available (Monday - Saturday, incl after-hours) and are ready to support you.

📞 Call us today on 0413 080 281 to discuss how we can help.

💻 Visit our website to learn more about our services.

Let’s make 2026 the year you find the calm and clarity you desire. ✨

03/01/2026

Emotional regulation is a lifelong skill.

We continue learning how our nervous system responds to stress, connection, rest, and change.

"This visual shows how emotional regulation develops from infancy through adolescence — not in a straight line, but gradually, with support, setbacks, and rebuilding along the way.

Babies rely entirely on adults to regulate.

Young children borrow calm and learn language for feelings.

Older children begin to practise skills — and still wobble.

Teens may look independent, but their regulation is still developing well into adulthood."

Linking into our new series, Understanding the Developing Brain.

Emotional regulation isn’t something children suddenly learn.
It’s something their brain builds over time.

This visual shows how emotional regulation develops from infancy through adolescence — not in a straight line, but gradually, with support, setbacks, and rebuilding along the way.

Babies rely entirely on adults to regulate.
Young children borrow calm and learn language for feelings.
Older children begin to practise skills — and still wobble.
Teens may look independent, but their regulation is still developing well into adulthood.

Big emotions at any age aren’t a failure.
They’re a sign that the nervous system needs support, safety, and connection.

Save this as a reminder when things feel hard.
Share it with someone supporting children or young people.

Emotional regulation interventions, activities, and visual resources are available in the Resource Store — link in comments below ⬇️ or via Linktree Shop in Bio.

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02/01/2026

✨️ Important Update ✨️

We are pleased to announce new availability for:
📝 Psychology assessments (Autism, ADHD, cognitive, learning difficulties)
🛋 Therapy appointments - including couples therapy on Saturdays!

💙 During and after school hours
💙 Saturday appointments
💙 Evening sessions

We understand the need for flexible scheduling and are here to support you with options that fit into your busy life.

✨ Outreach appointments are also available for those who prefer care in the comfort of their own environment (school or home). Contact us for more details if this option suits you.

In addition, we are currently enrolling for our group programs. We invite you to express your interest for:

🧸 Children’s group programs: Focused on social skills and emotional development. Upcoming LEGO Club in Term 1

🌿 Adult group programs: Providing emotional support and strategies for managing stress and well-being

For more information, contact us today!

☎️ Call us on 0413 080 281
📧 Email us at reception@calmspacepsychologyservices.com
🌐 Visit our website at www.calmspacepsychologyservices.com

01/01/2026

January often brings a quiet awareness rather than a dramatic reset. 🌿

Many people notice the same patterns returning — stress that never quite eased, emotions pushed aside, or needs that stayed at the bottom of the list. Some of our clients tell us, “I don’t want this year to feel the same as the last.”

Therapy isn’t about becoming someone new or fixing what’s broken. It’s about understanding what’s been weighing you down, building capacity, and making intentional choices about how you want to move through this year.

If your mental health has been something you planned to get to “eventually”, this can be a steady point to begin — without pressure, urgency, or expectations.

💙 We support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, both in-person and via telehealth.

Starting therapy often means you’re choosing not to keep carrying things alone. ✨️

🗓 Appointments available in the new year (from 5th Jan)
☎️ Contact us on 0413 080 281
🌐 Visit us at www.calmspacepsychologyservices.com

29/12/2025

We love incorporating animals and other interests in our work with children 💙

19/12/2025

A big and final THANK YOU to the Calm Space community! 🙏🏽

From the Calm Space team, we wish you all a safe and joyous holiday! Take care, stay safe, and we will see you all in the New Year! 💙

We are closed now (with final appointments scheduled for tomorrow), and will reopen on the 5th January 2026! 🎉

☎️ For support during the break, please reach out to one of the counsellors listed on the 24/7 Mental Health Helplines (second) picture. You are not alone. 💙

15/12/2025

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15/12/2025

Every action we take,
every word we speak,
and every emotion we express
leaves a lasting impression on our children.

They are keen observers, absorbing and learning how we:

- Treat others with respect and care
- Respond and react when we feel intense emotions
- Speak of others in their absence
- Practice non-violence with gentle hands
- Respond to them with open hearts and listening ears
- Handle disappointment and react to failure

These everyday moments shape their understanding of the world and their place within it. 💙

"The values we so happen to wish to instil in them are reflected in our own behaviour."

Being mindful of the powerful influence we have on our children, we strive to model the values of kindness, empathy, and resilience. ✨️

"Our actions and attitudes, both good and bad, become lasting lessons in living." 💖

Discover how Calm Space Psychology Services can help you and your family find the inner calm and lead a more balanced, fulfilling life.

We look forward to walking this journey together. 💙

☎️ Contact us on 0413 080 281
🌐 Visit us at www.calmspacepsychologyservices.com

15/12/2025

These support services are available at any time for anyone who may need them.

You can reach out even if you’re unsure what to say. 💙

15/12/2025

Our thoughts are with those affected by the tragic events at Bondi Beach.

Incidents like this can unsettle a sense of safety, even for people who were not directly involved. In the days that follow, some may notice increased anxiety, emotional distress, changes in sleep, or a heightened response to everyday situations. These reactions are common after exposure to sudden and violent events, including through news or social media.

It may help to take breaks from ongoing coverage, stay connected with supportive people, and seek professional support if these responses feel intense or persist over time.

If you would like to talk with a psychologist, our team is available. 💙

11/12/2025

The holidays can be a beautiful mix of joy, noise, pressure, and disrupted routines — and your mind often feels it before you do. If this time of year tends to stretch you thin, a little preparation now can create a much gentler season ahead. 🌿

Here are four small shifts that go a long way:

🕊️ Plan real “recharge” time
Quiet moments don’t magically appear in December — you have to claim them. Block out pockets of down-time the same way you’d book appointments. Your nervous system will thank you.

📅 Keep a loose routine
Late nights and busy days can throw you off balance. A simple anchor — wake-up time, meals, or a short walk — helps your mind stay steady even when everything else feels chaotic.

🎯 Practise single-tasking
Your brain handles one thing at a time, no matter how convincing the “I’ll just juggle it” urge is. Slow down. Do the next right thing. Let your mind breathe.

🏡 Prepare your “Calm Space”
Set up a small corner, ritual, or sensory cue that signals safety and grounding. A favourite scent, soft lighting, a playlist, or a notebook — something that brings you back to yourself when the world feels loud.

The holidays don’t have to drain you. With a little intention, they can feel gentler, steadier, and more like you.

💙 Sending warmth to everyone who needs a softer season this year.

📞 Enquire today: 0413 080 281
🌐 Visit: www.calmspacepsychologyservices.com

08/12/2025

Many couples find themselves stuck in the same cycle — trying harder, talking more, arguing longer — yet nothing really shifts.

Couples therapy invites a different approach: slowing down, noticing the patterns between you, and exploring each other with curiosity rather than defence. 💫

Our couples sessions offer a steady, structured space to understand your dynamic, untangle recurring conflict, and strengthen the connection that brought you together in the first place.

📅 We offer both weekday and limited Saturday appointments, depending on what suits your routine.

If you and your partner are ready to try differently, our team would be glad to support you.

Contact us to book a session or learn more about our relationship-focused approach. 💙