Our Services

We provide therapeutic support for children and young people aged 4 to 18, helping them navigate emotional, behavioural, and social challenges. 

Our team uses evidence-based approaches — including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), family-focused models, and creative play — to help children feel safe, understood, and engaged.

We also work closely with parents and carers, offering guidance and practical strategies to manage complex behaviours and emotions. For children with more specific needs, we provide diagnostic opinions and tailored recommendations to support access to school and agency-based supports.

Every assessment at The Jacaranda Centre is tailored to your child’s individual needs.

We use trusted, evidence-based tools and, where appropriate, observe your child at the Centre and in their school or preschool to build a clear picture of their development across settings.

Assessments support our understanding of developmental, behavioural, learning, or emotional differences and may assist with school adjustments or funding applications. Follow-up assessments may be recommended to monitor progress and ensure supports remain appropriate over time.

If you’re unsure whether your child would benefit from an assessment, or what type is needed, our team is here to guide you. We only recommend assessments where there is clear benefit for the young person.

We provide comprehensive assessments to understand how children think, learn, and develop from infancy through young adulthood, including specialised assessments for identifying giftedness. 

Our assessment tools include the WPPSI‑IV for young children, the WISC‑V for school‑aged children, the WAIS‑IV for older adolescents and young adults, and the Griffiths‑III for early developmental assessment. 

Together, these tools offer valuable insight into cognitive strengths, developmental needs, and indicators of giftedness, guiding personalised recommendations and tailored support for each child.

We use gold-standard tools, including the ADOS-2 and ADI-R. 

Combined with information from parents, teachers, and other professionals, to determine whether a child meets criteria for an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis. Assessments also clarify the level of support a child may require.

 Learning challenges can affect a child’s confidence, school performance, and daily life. 

We provide individualised learning assessments to understand how your child learns and what support will help them succeed. 

Evidence-based tools assess academic skills, thinking, and problem-solving, complemented by behavioural and emotional checklists to guide practical strategies for home and school.