Child engaging in play-based assessment with educational psychologist

Making Sense of
Children’s Behaviour and Identifying Their Needs

Knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. We’ve created a series of blogs to gently guide you in understanding what we do and how we could support you.

The blogs are grounded in real-life parenting experiences - from children’s strong emotional responses to sleep issues.

Explore the blogs below.

Why Some Children Find It Hard To Sleep
Jemma Anderson Jemma Anderson

Why Some Children Find It Hard To Sleep

For many children, sleep difficulties are less about habit and more about what their nervous system needs to feel safe enough to rest. This article explores the role of nervous system regulation and co-regulation with caregivers in children’s sleep – and why understanding this can change everything for families.

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Tuning Into Our Children
Jemma Anderson Jemma Anderson

Tuning Into Our Children

Children communicate through behaviour, emotion, and silence - and attunement is how we begin to understand what lies beneath. This article explores why feeling “in tune” with a child matters for regulation, connection, and everyday relationships.

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When Your Child’s Behaviour Feels Overwhelming
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When Your Child’s Behaviour Feels Overwhelming

Children’s behaviour can leave adults feeling frustrated, confused, or overwhelmed. This post looks at why your calm, steady presence as a parent matters in these moments, and how you can support a child with coregulation.

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What Does an Educational Psychologist Do?
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What Does an Educational Psychologist Do?

Many people are unsure about what an educational psychologist actually does. This post explains how the role focuses on understanding children’s behaviour, emotions, and experiences - and what they might need from the adults around them.

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Support is here when you’re ready

An initial consultation offers a focused space to share what’s happening for your child and consider what support could make positive changes.

Trauma-informed approaches to behaviour and emotional support in schools.