Apps and Therapy
What are apps and how do they relate to therapy Apps are software applications that have been created for use on mobile phones, tablets…
25 March 2021
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Educational Services
Understanding the Connection Between Phonological Awareness, Reading and Spelling Skills
Why can a child read a familiar book fluently but freeze on a new three-letter word, or spell the same word three different ways on one page? This article explains how phonological awareness connects to reading and spelling, the early signs parents notice first, whether the behaviour is normal, and the practical steps to take before booking a formal cognitive or dyslexia assessment in Moonee Ponds.
Dr Kate Jacobs
4 September 2026
Assessment
Assessments for Adults: Why So Many People Get Answers Later in Life
Wondering whether an assessment could help you as an adult? This guide from our Melbourne psychologists covers why adults seek assessment, and what the process involves.
Dr Kate Jacobs
26 August 2026
Assessment
Assessments for Adolescents: What Changes in the Teenage Years
Wondering whether your teenager needs an assessment? This guide from our Melbourne psychologists covers the signs of teen ADHD and autism, and what the process involves.
Dr Kate Jacobs
12 August 2026
Assessment
Assessments for Children: Signs, Types, and What to Expect
Wondering whether your child needs an assessment? This guide from our Melbourne educational assessment psychologists covers the signs to look for and what the process involves.
Dr Kate Jacobs
29 July 2026
Post Assessment
What to Do After Your Child’s Psychological Assessment: A Parent’s Action Guide
The feedback session is over and the report is sitting on your desk. This action guide walks parents through what to do after a child’s psychological assessment, one practical step at a time, from school conversations to funding to ongoing support.
Dr Kate Jacobs
10 July 2026
Autism Assessment
Combined ADHD, Autism and Learning Assessments: Benefits of a Holistic Approach
Many parents of neurodivergent children find themselves choosing between an ADHD assessment, an autism assessment, and a learning assessment, unsure which to book first. This article explains why a combined, holistic evaluation often gives clearer answers, what the process involves, and how it helps identify your child’s unique neurotype so the right supports can follow.
Dr Kate Jacobs
26 June 2026