Understanding Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Fact vs Fiction
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions. It’s often portrayed in the media as quirky, harmless perfectionism, or reduced to jokes about being “super [...]
How to talk to someone about body image
Talking to a loved one about their body image can feel like walking a tightrope, you want to show you care without saying the wrong thing. If you've ever [...]
10 fun everyday activities to support a child’s speech and language skills
Each step in a child’s speech and language development is a milestone, and there are lots of ways you can help them along the way! By incorporating different activities into [...]
How Can Camping Support Child Development? Occupational Therapy tips from a Beam OT
As an Occupational Therapist, I see firsthand how outdoor play and activities like camping, can provide incredible developmental benefits for children and teens. Outdoor experiences offer a fun and [...]
Talking to Your Child About a Psychological Assessment: A Guide for Parents
People seek psychological assessments for various reasons. It may be to explore ADHD, autism, cognitive abilities, intellectual development, or behavioural challenges. At Beam, our team conducts comprehensive assessments to help [...]
ADHD Assessments for Children: What’s involved?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental difference (brain type) which has a number of strengths and advantages but can also pose some difficulties. As school returns [...]
Little Tips for Big School
As the new year starts, there is excitement and anticipation among many 4–5-year old’s who are starting school. The transition to “big school” from preschool, playgroups or time at [...]
When should I take my child to a Speech Pathologist?
Is your child having difficulty communicating their needs and wants? Do your family and friends have difficulty understanding your child? Does your child have difficulty reading and writing at [...]
Ready, Set, School! A guide to school readiness
When we think of school, we often focus on academics - like counting to 10, knowing the alphabet, and spelling words. While these are important components, there are underlying [...]
