5 New Social Skills Every Child Should Learn Early
Social skills are more than just “being friendly.” They are the building blocks that help children make friends, work with others, and manage their emotions in everyday situations. Learning these skills early makes it easier for children to adapt at school, at home, and in the community. Here are five essential social skills every child […]
A New Complete Guide on AAC Devices in Speech Therapy
For many people, speaking is the easiest way to share ideas, feelings, or needs. But for individuals with speech or language difficulties, verbal communication can be a daily challenge. That’s where AAC devices come in. AAC stands for Augmentative and Alternative Communication. These are tools or systems that support or replace spoken communication. In speech […]
Practical Tips for Parents Supporting Children with Behaviour Issues
Parenting is rewarding, but it can also feel overwhelming—especially when a child shows behaviour issues that are hard to manage. Whether it’s frequent tantrums, difficulty following rules, or challenges in social situations, these behaviours can affect the whole family. The good news is that with the right strategies, parents can support their children in positive […]
7 New Ways NDIS Psychological Support Transforms Lives
Living with a disability often means facing challenges that go beyond the physical. Mental health can be just as important, and that’s where NDIS psychological support makes a real difference. This type of support helps participants manage stress, build coping skills, and live more fulfilling lives. Here are seven ways it creates lasting change. 1. […]
A Remarkable Path to Thrive and Independence for OT
Caring for a loved one with dementia can often feel like traversing unfamiliar terrain—complex, emotionally charged, and ever-shifting. At Wellness Experts, we understand that a diagnosis is not a definition. Through compassionate, evidence-based occupational therapy, our mission is clear: to help every individual not merely survive, but thrive. 🌿 Thrive Beyond Diagnosis: Reimagining Dementia […]
How OT Self-Esteem Support Builds Growth Mindsets in Children
Confidence doesn’t just happen—it’s cultivated through action and experience. One of themost impactful yet often overlooked ways to develop self-esteem in children that are NDIS participants isthrough occupational therapy (OT). More than just helping with daily skills, OTsessions provide OT self-esteem support that strengthens a child’semotional resilience, self-belief, and growth mindset. Let’s explore how this […]
Uncovering the New Truth: Child Development Milestone
Childhood development milestones are key markers used by pediatricians, therapists, and educators to understand a child’s progress in various domains—motor skills, language, play, social/emotional growth, and cognition. While every child grows at their own pace, these milestones provide helpful guidelines to know when to seek extra support. Why Tracking Milestones Matters Monitoring childhood development […]
A 2025 Guide On How to Understand Sensory Processing Red Flags
w Sensory processing involves how the nervous system receives, organizes, and responds to sensory stimuli—encompassing not only touch, sight, sound, taste, and smell, but also movement, body awareness, and internal body signals. When this integration is disrupted, everyday experiences can become overwhelming or underwhelming, affecting behavior, learning, and daily functioning Sensory processing red flags are […]
New NDIS Psychology Access and How to Break Down the Basics
Gaining psychology support through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) isn’t always straightforward. While both the mental health system and NDIS can fund psychological services, they serve different purposes: The mental health system focuses on diagnosing and treating mental health conditions as clinical concerns. The NDIS, however, emphasizes building practical skills and enhancing daily functioning […]
Here are 5 Exciting Things to Know About NDIS Psychology Support
Speech development is a fascinating journey, but it can sometimes come with challenges. One common issue is when children say the /th/ sound instead of /s/, leading to words like “thing” instead of “sing” or “thun” instead of “sun.” This speech sound substitution—often called a frontal lisp—is part of a broader area professionals refer to […]