Child and Family Services

• UNSW Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT): A free clinical research program for children aged 2–7. It uses "bug-in-the-ear" technology to provide parents with real-time coaching from behind a two-way mirror to help manage challenging behaviours.

• Coral Tree Family Service: A specialised state-wide service for families with children (under 12) experiencing significant emotional and behavioral challenges. They offer intensive residential and day-stay family programs.

• Macquarie University Psychology Clinic: Offers evidence-based ADHD courses, specialised parenting programs, and low-cost psychology services for children and adults.

• University of Wollongong (UOW) Northfields Clinic: Provides affordable mental health services, including child and adolescent assessments and targeted parenting support groups.

• Cool Kids Online: Structured anxiety treatment for children and their parents.

• Cool Little Kids: Targeted parenting program for anxiety in children aged 3–6.

• PANDA: (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia) Provides a free national helpline and specific digital resources for new and expecting parents struggling with mental health.

Independent services designed to help you understand your rights, navigate complex systems, and ensure your child’s voice is heard.

• People with Disability Australia (PWDA): Supports families in Sydney and surrounds with rights information, self-advocacy guidance, and dedicated workers to help navigate school or service issues.

• Disability Advocacy NSW (DA): Provides free individual advocacy. They work with you to create an advocacy plan and can communicate directly with schools to resolve specific challenges.

• Belongside Families: A peer-led organization offering free online support, workshops on school advocacy, and resources built from the lived experience of other disability families.