Foundations Perinatal and Child Psychology Centre
About Foundations Perinatal and Child Psychology Centre
Foundations is a family-focused clinical psychology practice where we can support you through every stage of your parenting journey.
We know that mental health vulnerabilities increase during the perinatal period, for both mums and non-birthing parents, and we are committed to providing evidence-based clinical care with genuine care, inclusivity and warmth.
Our clinical psychologists are available in-person in Brisbane and via telehealth nationwide. We look forward to supporting you.
Areas of expertise
Clinical Psychology
Company values
Accessibility
Diversity & Inclusion
Sustainability
Women Owned
Circle of Security Parenting (full program, in person!)
Are you a parent of a child aged 3-5? From April 28, we will be running an 8-week parenting program called Circle of Security Parenting (CoSP) focused on giving parents the skills and resources to understand and regulate their child's big emotions, learn how to identify what their child needs, and build a path towards secure attachment. Based on decades of research, CoSP is the path to "good enough" parenting.
Facilitated by Clinical Psychologist, Dr Tory Dax
5:30-7pm Tuesday
8-week program starting April 28
Foundations Perinatal & Child Psychology Centre, 1 Potts Street, East Brisbane
For parents of children aged 3-5 years
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