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Your Trusted Partner for Psychological Services in Townsville
Minding Family is a dedicated provider of psychological and allied health services, offering tailored support for individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan. Our team of highly qualified clinicians specialises in evidence-based interventions for emotional, behavioural, and neurodevelopmental challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and complex trauma. With a focus on fostering balance and wellbeing, we provide individualised therapy, diagnostic assessments, and family-centred approaches, supported by ongoing professional development and collaboration with educational and healthcare networks.Our commitment to accessibility is reflected in our flexible service delivery, including early intervention programs and tailored support for neurodiverse individuals. We prioritise ethical practice, client confidentiality, and continuous quality improvement, ensuring our services meet the highest professional standards.
Services
Psychological Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Diagnostic Assessments
Family Therapy
Relationship Counselling
Group Programs
Early Intervention
Neurodevelopmental Support
Trauma Therapy
Parenting Support
Highlights and features
- Our clinicians are registered with AHPRA and members of the Australian Psychological Society.
- We specialise in evidence-based interventions for neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions.
- Services are tailored to individuals across the lifespan, from children to adults.
- We offer comprehensive diagnostic assessments and family-centred therapeutic approaches.
- Our team includes experts in early intervention and support for autism and ADHD.
Services
Psychological Therapy
Our psychological therapy services address anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioural challenges through evidence-based approaches. We cater to children, adolescents, and adults, focusing on improving emotional regulation and daily functioning. Sessions incorporate cognitive-behavioural techniques and client-centred strategies to foster resilience and long-term wellbeing.
Diagnostic Assessments
Comprehensive diagnostic assessments evaluate cognitive, academic, and emotional functioning for conditions like autism, ADHD, and learning disorders. Our psychologists use standardised tools to create detailed profiles, guiding tailored interventions for educational and therapeutic support across all age groups.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy supports individuals with developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, and executive functioning difficulties. We focus on enhancing independence through skill-building in daily activities, environmental adaptations, and assistive technology solutions for children and adults.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses relationship dynamics, parenting challenges, and communication issues within households. Our clinicians employ systemic approaches to improve family cohesion, resolve conflicts, and develop strategies for supporting members with neurodevelopmental or mental health conditions.
Early Intervention
Early intervention programs target developmental milestones for children with delays or neurodiverse profiles. Services include sensory integration, social skills development, and parental guidance to optimise learning readiness and long-term outcomes through play-based therapeutic activities.
People
Dr Tracey M Walker
Clinical Psychologist, Director and Founder
Dr Walker specialises in clinical psychology with expertise in anxiety, depression, and neurodevelopmental disorders. She mentors early career psychologists and focuses on family empowerment through evidence-based interventions.
Kerry Abbott
Occupational Therapist
Kerry provides occupational therapy with a focus on early intervention and neurodiverse support. She develops functional skills for children and adults, enhancing independence through engaging, occupation-based therapy approaches.
Aasmund Helness
Registered Psychologist
Aasmund offers lifespan psychological services using cognitive-behavioural therapy. He specialises in neurodevelopmental conditions and anxiety disorders, tailoring interventions to individual strengths and family contexts.
Emily Cannavan
Registered Psychologist
Emily focuses on early intervention for autism and ADHD, supporting children and families through holistic approaches. She conducts psychological assessments and develops strategies for home-school collaboration and emotional wellbeing.
Stephanie Brus
Registered Psychologist
Stephanie works with trauma survivors and individuals facing complex mental health challenges. Her strengths-based approach addresses anxiety, depression, and life transitions, prioritising client-led recovery and resilience building.
Questions
What psychological services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and neurodevelopmental conditions, along with family therapy, diagnostic assessments, and early intervention programs for children.
Do you offer occupational therapy services?
Yes, our occupational therapist specialises in early intervention, sensory processing support, and life skills development for individuals across the lifespan with developmental or neurological conditions.
How do diagnostic assessments work?
Assessments involve clinical interviews, cognitive testing, and behavioural evaluations over multiple sessions. We provide comprehensive reports with recommendations for educational, therapeutic, and family support strategies.
Are after-hours emergency services available?
We recommend contacting Lifeline, Beyond Blue, or emergency services for urgent mental health support outside our business hours (Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm).
What payment options do you accept?
We accept private payments with options for Medicare rebates on eligible services. Please contact our reception team for specific fee details and funding arrangements.
Do you support NDIS participants?
Yes, we provide allied health services for NDIS participants. Please contact us directly to discuss your specific support needs and funding arrangements.
