Cedar Allied Health

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Child & Adolescent Psychology in Melbourne

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Support matters

You are not alone. Every child is unique — and every family deserves the right support.

1 in 0

Children experience a mental health condition each year

0 %

Of parents report stress impacting their child’s wellbeing

1 in 1

Conditions begin before the age of 14

2 in 1

Children who need support struggle to access it

Sources: AIHW, Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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What can we offer?

Our child psychology services in Melbourne

Every child’s needs are different, and we take the time to understand yours. Explore our services below to learn more about how we can support your family.

Child & Adolescent Psychology

Whether your child is finding things harder than usual, or you simply want extra support, Cedar offers psychology services tailored to your family. We know reaching out can feel overwhelming. There’s a lot to take in, but we’re here to help every step of the way.

Whether your child is finding things harder than usual or you simply want extra support, we’re here every step of the way.

ADHD Assessments

If you’re noticing challenges with your child’s attention, activity levels, or emotional regulation, an ADHD assessment can help you better understand what’s happening. We know it can be confusing. The aim is to provide clear insight into your child’s profile, while guiding your family with practical next steps.

Noticing challenges with attention, activity levels or emotional regulation? An assessment can help you understand what’s happening for your child.

Cognitive & Educational Assessments

We offer cognitive and educational assessments for children and adolescents, using an evidence-based and child-centred approach. Our aim is to help families better understand how their child processes information, learns, and engages at school — and to provide clear, practical guidance to support them.

Evidence-based assessments designed to help you understand how your child processes information, learns and engages at school.

Behaviour & Emotional Regulation Support

If your child is experiencing challenges with emotions or behaviour, support can help you better understand what’s going on and how to respond calmly. The aim is to support your child in understanding their emotions and responses, while guiding your family with clear, practical guidance along the way.

If emotions or behaviour feel hard to manage, support can help you understand what’s going on and how to respond calmly.

Anxiety & Depression Support

Many children and teens experience worry, low mood, or big emotions that feel hard to manage. We offer support designed to help build coping skills for everyday challenges. The aim is to work alongside your family with practical strategies that fit your child’s needs.

For children and teens facing worry, low mood or big emotions, with support designed to build coping skills for everyday life.

School Refusal Support

When school feels overwhelming, it’s rarely about defiance — it’s often a sign your child needs extra support. We work closely with families and schools to understand what’s happening and offer a gentle, paced approach designed to support your child’s return.

When school feels overwhelming, it’s rarely about defiance. We work with families and schools on a gentle, paced approach to returning.

Parent Counselling

Supporting a child through challenges can be hard for the whole family. We offer guidance and practical strategies designed to support your parenting approach, with a collaborative, judgement-free space to navigate whatever your family is facing together.

Supporting a child through challenges can be hard. A judgement-free space for parents, with practical strategies that fit your family.

Autism Assessments

If you’re wondering whether your child experiences the world differently, an autism assessment can help you better understand their strengths and needs. We know it can be confusing. The aim is to provide clear, respectful insight into your child’s profile, while guiding your family with care.

Wondering whether your child experiences the world differently? An assessment can help you understand their strengths and needs.

How We Help You

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Step 1

Enquire & Connect

Reach out by phone or our online enquiry form. We’ll have a brief chat to understand what you’re looking for.

Step 2

Discuss & Plan

We’ll help you understand whether assessment, therapy, or both is the right starting point and outline clear next steps.

Step 3

Book & Begin

Your first appointment is confirmed and we’ll walk you through exactly what to expect when you arrive.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral to book an appointment?

You don’t need a referral to contact us or book an appointment.

If you’re hoping to access Medicare rebates, you’ll need a Mental Health Care Plan or Chronic Disease Management Plan from your GP. We’re happy to talk you through this if you’re unsure.

How do I know whether my child needs an assessment or therapy?

Many parents aren’t sure which option makes sense — and that’s okay.

When you get in touch, you can talk through what you’ve been noticing, and we’ll help you understand what type of support may be most appropriate to start with. You don’t need to decide everything upfront.

What ages do you work with?

We support young children through to adolescents.

Support is always tailored to your child’s developmental stage and individual needs.

What happens in the first appointment?

The first appointment usually focuses on:

Understanding your concerns
Learning more about your child’s history and strengths
Discussing what support may be helpful
Answering any questions you have

You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of next steps.

Will I be involved as a parent?

Yes — parent involvement is an important part of supporting children.

How involved you are will depend on your child’s age, needs, and the type of support, but you’ll always be kept informed and supported throughout the process.

How long are sessions?

Most standard appointments are around 50 minutes.

If a longer session is recommended (for example, as part of an assessment), this will always be discussed with you beforehand.

Do you offer autism, ADHD, or educational assessments?

Yes. We offer:

Autism assessments
ADHD assessments
Cognitive and educational assessments

Each assessment follows a clear, evidence-based process and is explained carefully so you understand the purpose and outcomes.

Will I receive a report after an assessment?

Yes. If your child completes an assessment, you’ll receive:

A written report
Clear explanations in everyday language
Practical recommendations for home and school
Documentation you can share with relevant professionals

We’ll explain exactly what’s included before you proceed.

Can Medicare or NDIS funding be used?

You may be eligible for Medicare rebates with a Mental Health Care Plan or Chronic Disease Management Plan from your GP.

Families with self-managed or plan-managed NDIS funding can often use it for psychological services, including assessments and therapy. If you’re unsure what applies to your situation, we can talk this through when you enquire.

What if I'm not sure yet?

That’s completely okay.

Many parents contact us simply to ask questions or get clarity before deciding on next steps.

Reaching out doesn’t commit you to anything — and a quick phone call is often all it takes to get some clarity.

How do I get started?

You can contact us by phone, email, or the online enquiry form.

From there, we’ll help you understand your options and what the next steps could look like for your child and your family.