Childhood is the foundation on which a lifetime of learning, relationships, and self-confidence is built. At times, children as young as 2.5 years may face social, emotional, behavioural, or developmental challenges that affect their growth and daily experiences. These difficulties may arise from a range of underlying causes, but with the right support, children can be guided back onto a healthy developmental path.
At Family First, we believe that early intervention makes a lasting difference. By addressing concerns during the early years, children have the opportunity to overcome challenges before they become more deeply ingrained.
Our team of specialist paediatricians, psychologists, counsellors, and therapists work closely with families to provide tailored care. Where appropriate, psychometric and developmental assessments may be carried out to better understand each child’s needs and design an individualised therapy or learning plan.
We recognise that a child’s wellbeing is shaped by many environments — home, school, and the wider community. That’s why we take a collaborative approach, involving parents, teachers, and other caregivers wherever possible to ensure consistent support. When needed, we also coordinate with other professionals such as psychiatrists, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists to provide comprehensive care.
Because younger children may not yet have the words to explain how they feel, therapy often needs to move beyond language. Our clinicians are experienced in a range of expressive and play-based therapies — including art, movement, sand, and play therapy — that allow children to explore and work through their emotions in safe, child-friendly ways.
Some of the concerns we commonly address include:
Adolescence is a time of rapid change and growth. Teenagers navigate shifts in school expectations, emotional development, physical changes, and evolving peer relationships. It is also a period of exploration and self-discovery — where independence grows, creativity expands, and personal values begin to take shape.
While this stage can be exciting, it can also bring stress, confusion, and vulnerability. At Family First, our aim is to provide a safe and supportive space where adolescents can build resilience, strengthen their sense of self, and develop healthy strategies for making life choices. We also work with parents wherever possible to encourage open communication and ensure families feel supported through the process.
Our team regularly helps adolescents manage:
Recognising the role of the family environment in psychological outcomes, parents and caregivers are engaged as collaborative partners in the therapeutic process. This includes:
