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Strong Minds offers psychology & OT assessments, counselling and positive behaviour support.

Strong Minds Psychology provides psychological therapy and assessments, supporting the Yarra Valley and West Gippsland communities.

16/02/2026

Some people prefer learn visually.

A Venn diagram shows the logical relationships between things that you may not think share a common thread. 🏦🎧⛪ It is a great way to visually display something, especially if it makes you laugh, too. 🤣

In psychology, a Venn diagram maps similarities and differences between concepts, emotions, or situations, clarifying complex relationships like self-care vs. self-soothing, understanding relationship dynamics, or visualising Control, Influence, and Concern to manage stress and aid in self-reflection. 🧠✨

At Strong Minds Psychology, we utilise various tools and techniques to help our clients achieve positive outcomes.

If you or someone you know could benefit from our services, please visit our website for more information.

Feel free to contact us at 0359671438 or book an appointment online at www.strongmindspsychology.com.au/find-us/

13/02/2026

What is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational therapy empowers individuals to engage in activities that hold personal significance.

These activities can range from self-care (and caring for others) to work, volunteering, and pursuing hobbies and social events.

As a client-focused allied health profession, occupational therapy entails continuous assessments to identify what activities you can do (and wish to do), any existing limitations, your goals and motivations, as well as providing guidance on how to perform tasks more easily and safely.

If you require an updated Occupational Therapy assessment or seek mental health support from our OT, please reach out at 0359671438 or email smpteam@strongminds.net.au.

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11/02/2026

Skills development is a crucial aspect of positive behaviour support. The individual we are assisting cannot be expected to manage their emotions and behaviours independently. It’s essential for the entire support team to enhance their skills to effectively aid the person.

A support team may consist of parents/carers, teachers, allied health professionals, medical practitioners, support workers, friends, family members, and NDIS workers.

Skill-building activities may include:
• Participating in positive behaviour support training sessions led by qualified professionals.
‣ These sessions aim to deepen the team's understanding of the individual's behaviours and promote consistency in their support approach.
• Engaging in communication training with a Speech Pathologist (e.g., learning sign language or Key Word Sign, or utilising a communication device).
• Attending therapy sessions that focus on teaching emotion regulation strategies for both the individual and their support team.

If you or someone you know requires Positive Behaviour Support services, our team is here to help! Reach out to us at 0359671438 or email smpteam@strongminds.net.au.

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30/01/2026

With school starting back we thought we'd share another great resource, Bully Zero - Self care for young people .

Bully Zero is a charity that has a mission to prevent and reduce bullying through evidence-based education, advocacy, and support for all communities across Australia.

On the website there is an extensive section for parent resources & fact sheets, including a video series on navigating the recent social media bans for under 16's.

BullyZero provides support on how to stop bullying and how to deal with the effect of bullying in our day to day life. These mindfulness worksheets can help young people work through some tricky situations.

https://www.bullyzero.org.au/

As the new school year begins, we want to highlight an invaluable resource: Bully Zero - Self Care for Young People.

Bully Zero is a charity dedicated to preventing and reducing bullying through evidence-based education, advocacy, and support across Australia’s communities.

Their website features a comprehensive section for parents, complete with resources and fact sheets, including a video series addressing the recent social media restrictions for those under 16.

Bully Zero offers guidance on how to stop bullying and cope with its impact in everyday life. Their mindfulness worksheets can assist young people in navigating challenging situations.

Explore more at: https://www.bullyzero.org.au/
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29/01/2026

Human Sustainability Tips

For today's sustainability focus, we shift from the environment to ourselves. 🌱 Working as a machine and placing a high focus on productivity and action can lead to burn out and exhaustion. 💼💔

How do you look after yourself, mind and body, to ensure your daily habits are sustainable? 🧠💪

Remember, self-care is not a luxury; it’s a necessity! Prioritise rest, foster connections with loved ones, and engage in activities that bring you joy.

Small changes in your routine can lead to significant improvements in your overall well-being. 💖✨

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28/01/2026

Discover "Autism What Next" - a valuable resource for individuals navigating the journey from diagnosis to daily life. Developed in collaboration with Autism Awareness Australia, a nonprofit organization, this website is designed by families for families.

The content is straightforward and covers essential topics such as:
🟡 Understanding Autism
🟡 Road to Diagnosis
🟡 Early Intervention
🟡 NDIS & Funding
🟡 Supporting You & Your Family
🟡 Schools
🟡 Help with Daily Life

Visit: https://www.autismwhatnext.com.au/

27/01/2026

A timely revisit of an incredible and simple resource our director Lisa created to help kids at the beginning of a school year, or through any major transition.

It's an example of an intro letter that you or your child can share, whether they are changing one teacher or many teachers, it doesn’t matter, and it allows the chance to introduce likes, dislikes, triggers, and helpful tools and strategies.

This letter or a dot point version can also be shared with specialist/non-core teachers, as well as ready for CRTs who can pop up at any time!

These letters are a clear and fantastic way for parents/carers to communicate and advocate for their child/ren whilst presenting as collaborative and sharing what works at home.

The shift to self-advocacy for young people and teens in upper primary and secondary school will help them as they become more independent and want to be heard!

You can copy/paste from our website here: https://www.strongmindspsychology.com.au/2019/01/28/letter-to-my-teachers/

24/01/2026

Strong Minds Psychology Yarra Junction and Warragul will be closed on Monday to observe the public holiday.

This long weekend, we reflect on the diverse culture and beautiful landscapes that make Australia such a unique and special place to call home.

22/01/2026

With temperatures climbing again this weekend it can be a struggle to stay comfortable!

Here's some simple and sustainable tips to beat the heat!

• Cool foot bath
• Personal spray bottle
• Electric fan (even better with a spray bottle!)
• Ice towels
• Drinking cold water

What other tips do you have? Share with each other in the comments!

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08/01/2026

On Friday 9th January, many of our team are still on leave, and others are working from home so there will be no one at the Warragul clinic for drop ins.
Online and phone sessions will be running as scheduled, and the Yarra Junction clinic and Customer Service team remain open for phone calls, emails, or visitors seeking some cool air conditioning.
With the challenging weather conditions, we hope you all stay safe, follow your plans, and keep cool in the heat.
See you soon

01/01/2026

School holidays mean new programs in January!

Explore our group programs and support services, designed to foster connection, growth, and well-being in a supportive environment.

Choose from:
Get Set For School
Creation Station
Sensory Station
Games Galore

Book via the link here: https://bit.ly/4bahrsR

27/12/2025

As we are closed for a short break, we would like to highlight some resources you may need.

If you are in crisis or needing emergency support, please contact one of the following services:

Emergency Services 000
Lifeline 13 11 14
Su***de Call Back Service 1300 659 467
Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
1800 RESPECT - 1800 737 732

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Address

3 Little Yarra Road
Yarra Junction, VIC
3797

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.strongmindspsychology.com.au/

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Our Story

Strong Minds Psychology provides psychological assessment and intervention services to the Yarra Valley and Outer East suburbs of Melbourne, as well as West Gippsland.

Our clinics can be found within the communities of Yarra Junction and Warragul, and we also are able to provide mobile visits in schools, homes, kindergartens, and aged care facilities within the surrounding suburbs.

The SMP team are here to help the community to build strong mental health, develop skills, and learn in a positive and supported environment. We do this by working individually with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as providing assistance to parents and carers, small groups, educators, and the wider community.

We are a teaching clinic, which means we are able to assist provisional psychologists to complete their training, and can also offer reduced cost services for the community. We work closely as a team, so that we can provide a positive experience and can support you: our SMP family.