Quirky Kid

24/12/2025

We’re bringing assessments closer to home in 2026. 🏡

We are wrapping up 2025 with huge news for families in regional NSW and the ACT.

We know how difficult it can be to access neurodiversity assessments outside major cities. The travel is tough, and the wait times are often even more challenging. That’s why we are so proud to announce our partnership with Grand Pacific Health.

In 2026, we are rolling out outreach assessment clinics to bring our team directly to: 📍 📍 📍 📍

📢 Join the Waitlist Today You don’t have to wait for the doors to open to secure your spot. We are accepting registrations of interest now to help us plan our first visits. 👉 Register here: https://quirkykid.notion.site/181258a375e280f39d3cd4041f5a49aa?pvs=105

Before we sign off for the year:

🗓️ Holiday Break: Our team will be recharging from 24 December to 15 January 2026.

🎒 January Workshops: School holiday spots are filling fast (including The Best of Friends). Head to our website to book before we close!

👋 We’re Hiring: Know a psychologist passionate about regional care? We’d love to meet them.

To all our families—thank you for trusting us with your children this year. We can't wait to see you (and reach more of you!) in 2026.

Read more: https://www.childpsychologist.com.au/company-news/bridging-the-gap-quirky-kid-and-grand-pacific-health-partner-to-bring-neurodiversity-assessments-to-regional-nsw-and-act

Quirky Kid and Grand Pacific Health are partnering to launch neurodiversity assessment centres in Moruya, Batemans Bay, Goulburn, and Canberra in 2026. This improves access and reduces wait times for regional NSW/ACT families.

18/12/2025

Merry Christmas from QK to you! See you all next year :)

09/12/2025

Are you and your co-parent on the same page? 🚦

It’s common for parents to have different approaches—one permissive, the other authoritarian—but those mixed messages can confuse children and lead to power struggles.

Find out why working together is key and get four essential, expert-backed tips on how to align your family values, communicate effectively, and maintain a united front, even when you disagree.

Stop fighting the battle and start working as a team. Read the full article now! 👇

https://www.childpsychologist.com.au/resources/how-to-manage-different-parenting-styles

02/12/2025

When Picky Eating Isn't Just a Phase 🤔

For many families, mealtime is a constant struggle. But sometimes, extreme selective eating isn't just standard fussiness—it's a persistent, underlying condition driven by anxiety, fear, or sensory aversion related to food.

If you suspect your child’s restrictive eating is impacting their nutrition, social life, or mental well-being, you need to understand the difference.

Learn the crucial signs that picky eating has crossed the line into Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) and why professional understanding is vital.

Don't wait for them to "grow out of it." Click the link below to read the full article now. 🚨

https://www.childpsychologist.com.au/resources/when-picky-eating-isnt-just-a-phase-navigating-the-challenges-of-avoidant-restrictive-food-intake-disorder

22/09/2025

⭐️ More Support for Families in Woollahra ⭐️

We’re excited to welcome Bridget Tegg as the new Lead Child Psychologist at our Woollahra clinic. With over six years’ experience supporting children, adolescents, and families, Bridget brings a warm, practical approach grounded in evidence-based care. Families will benefit from her expertise in addressing anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, trauma, and other complex presentations.

Bridget is a Registered Psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor who has worked across both private practice and multidisciplinary settings. She draws on a range of approaches — including CBT, ACT, DBT, trauma-focused therapies, and neurodiversity-affirming practices — to create tailored strategies that help young people thrive.

‼️ Leadership and Expertise

As part of her leadership role, Bridget will guide and mentor our psychologist team, support professional development, and help maintain the quality and consistency of services at Woollahra. Her strong background in supervision ensures families benefit not only from her direct work, but also from the high standards she fosters across our clinic.

Bridget holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) from the University of Queensland, is registered with AHPRA, and is a member of the Australian Psychological Society. She chose to join Quirky Kid for our creative, evidence-based approach and our mission to support children and families with engaging programs trusted worldwide.

🌸 Book an Appointment

We’re delighted Bridget has joined the Quirky Kid team. Families can now book sessions with Bridget at our Woollahra clinic. Bridget works Tuesday to Friday.

19/08/2025

How can we promote mental health in children and adolescents?

Join the international lecture with Australian psychologist Dr Kimberley O’Brien, a global reference in socio-emotional development. 🌍💡

📌 Topic: Mental health in children and adolescents: challenges and possible pathways
🎤 Moderator: Luiz Fernando Schibelbain – Director of Bilingualism and Soft Skills at B21 School
📅 Date: 27 August, 7:00 PM (Brasília time)
📅 Date 28 August, 8:00 AM (Sydney time)

▶️ Where: School of Schools YouTube https://www.youtube.com/

A unique opportunity for educators, parents, and professionals to understand today’s challenges and explore effective strategies to support the wellbeing of the next generations.

👉 Save the date and don’t miss it!

12/08/2025

Welcome!

11/07/2025

Does your child struggle with maths, even with plenty of practice?
It could be more than just a phase. Dyscalculia is a specific learning difficulty that affects a child’s ability to understand numbers, retain math facts, and perform calculations.

In our latest article, we break down:

🔹 What is dyscalculia
🔹 Common signs in children
🔹 How it's diagnosed
🔹 Practical strategies and supports that can make a big difference

🧠 Early identification and the right support can empower your child to thrive.

📖 Read the full article here:
👉 https://www.childpsychologist.com.au/resources/understanding-dyscalculia

An in-depth guide to dyscalculia, a learning disability impacting children's math skills. Learn to identify the signs, understand the diagnosis process, and discover effective strategies for lasting support.

10/07/2025

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard!

Daniela Ostojic, Khorloo Khorloo

30/05/2025

We have updated our article on Dyslexia with new info and additional strategies:

Understanding Dyslexia helps parents recognise early signs and support their child’s unique learning needs. This guide explains causes, symptoms, strengths, and practical strategies to empower children with Dyslexia.

27/02/2025

Overcoming arachnophobia with play-based graded exposure is our specialty at QK!

11/02/2025

🎉 Welcome to our newest team member, Sarah Gibson!

We're so happy to welcome Sarah, a registered psychologist focusing in couples and adolescent therapy, to the Quirky Kid family. With over 20 years of experience, Sarah brings her expertise in supporting families through life's challenges.

While our child psychologists continue their vital work with young people, Sarah supports individuals, parents, and couples in navigating relationship difficulties, separation, or co-parenting challenges.

Her approach combines evidence-based methods (CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, and Gottman) with a deep understanding of trauma-informed practice.
What this means for our families:

Comprehensive support all under one roof
Parallel services for children and parents
Expert guidance through family transitions
Neurodiversity-informed practice

Sarah is now accepting bookings. To learn more about her services or to schedule a consultation, please get in touch with our clinic.

Sarah Gibson, Registered Psychologist Providing psychological support for couples and adolescents (16+). Available in Sydney and online.