The Gift of TIME
“Children spell love as: T-I-M-E” is a famous quote by Dr Anthony P Witham. Time is a concrete, measurable expression of love. When parents give
Articles & News
Keep up to date with our latest news, and articles from psychologists and practitioners at The READ Clinic
A guide to talking to kids about the death of a pet
Children often develop intense bonds with their pet and may see their pet as a beloved member of the family. The death of a pet
Child Behaviour Conference on the Central Coast
The READ Clinic is delighted to be bringing Professor Mark Dadds to the Central Coast for a one-day conference on 25th November 2022. Tickets available now.
Under the hood of the Ferrari brain
High intellectual potential does NOT automatically guarantee high performance. While the Ferrari brain hungers for intellectual stimulation and appropriate challenge, there are often many ‘road blocks’ in the way.
Don’t Sweat It: Anxiety in Teens
Are worried thoughts stopping you from having fun? An article for teens.
A Powerful Apology: Four Steps To Making a Sincere Apology
We’ve all behaved poorly sometimes – it’s what you do next that counts. An article for teens.
When Good Enough Outclasses Perfect Parenting
Below is a fantastic article written by Andrew Sozomenou, which was also featured in the local magazine Kids on the Coast. At some point every
Ten things your childfree friends want you to know
Ever felt a little frustrated with the new mothers amongst your friends or colleagues? Heather Irvine likes to tell it like it is when it
Dr. John Irvine – Helping young worriers
Dr John Irvine New Release Dr John Irvine’s most recent book-“Helping Young Worriers Beat the Worry Bug” is finally here! A Parents Handbook for the
HELLO BABY! – Heather Irvine-Rundle latest book
The READ Clinic is very excited to announce Heather Irvine-Rundle’s latest book, ‘Hello Baby!’ is now in circulation. So much of modern motherhood is targeted
Embrace your Emotions – Meet the Worry Woos
DEVELOPING EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE PROGRAM In a world that’s so fast and furious, exciting yet exhausting, never has there been more urgency in educating our children
Rewards & Consequences
Parents will often come to counselling and say that “consequences just don’t work”, that their child “doesn’t care” when they lose privileges. That they have
