Mission
Every child should be able to access therapy when they need it. We should also be open-minded about how we access therapy, whether it’s face-to-face, online, in-clinic, mobile or in groups. My mission is to help connect families with paediatric therapists, group programs and inclusive services faster, with less stress. The directory is a simple and user-friendly platform designed to simplify the search for paediatric therapy, programs and services.
A quick word about us
My name is Debbie. I am a wife to an amazing husband and mum to two beautiful children. We live in the south of Sydney, NSW.
I am a parent, not a therapist. Our first born has been in and out of therapy since he was 2.5 years old. We’ve done speech therapy, occupational therapy, psychology, behavioural optometry and even some social skills training (including Secret Agent Society). We’ve been lucky enough to have met some amazing children’s therapists along the way. In July 2020, we received a diagnosis for Autism and anxiety, and so we’ve had to revisit speech therapy to help him with social communication skills.
Why I created Kid's Therapy Corner
It’s no secret that waiting lists have been an issue for both parents and paediatric therapists for years. The introduction of the NDIS and increased awareness around disability, has no doubt contributed to this dilemma. It’s an incredibly frustrating situation for everyone.
For this reason, I was in two minds for a long time about starting a directory that allows therapists to show their availability in their listing. When I first launched in July 2019, my mission was to mainly advocate for early intervention, but this isn’t the biggest issue. Waiting lists are the bigger issue.
While paediatric therapists who have immediate availability remain an elusive species, they do exist. The ones who do have waiting lists are doing their very best to manage and the balance between waiting lists and immediate availability is constantly changing. So, while my mission has changed slightly, I am now more committed to helping families connect with children’s therapists faster.
Through social media I am also supporting paediatric theraists who are trying to grow their team. Recuitment is a necessary part of managing a growing waiting list. Paediatric therapists are passionate and committed to helping as many families as they can, but need support too. Their mental health matters as much as the families they are trying to help. So part of my mission is to support them in any way I can.
Disclaimer
This website contains links to external websites which include information about development, disabilities, support groups and mental health. The information in these links is a guide only and should not replace the advice of a professional therapist. So, if you (as a parent) have any concerns after reading any information in these links, you should always seek advice from a professional therapist. Remember, it is okay to seek a second opinion if you feel your concerns aren’t being validated or acknowledged.
Most of the therapists in this directory must be accredited in order to practice in Australia and are bound by the strictest codes of conduct. However there are a very small number of disciplines which are not as well regulated as others and rely solely on membership with an association for regulation. Accreditation can include membership with an industry specific association, NDIS, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, and Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Parents are advised to conduct their own research when looking to engage their child in therapy if they want to confirm whether a therapist is sufficiently qualified or accredited.
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