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1 day ago2 min read

Urgent Action Needed: Addressing the Misrepresentation of Arts and Music Therapists in NDIS Guidelines

I am writing to express my profound concern and disappointment regarding the recent changes to the NDIS guidelines that de-identify arts...

5 days ago5 min read

Understanding Ableism: How Does It Impact Disabled Individuals in Society?

By: Lydia Zahra, Music Therapist at Wonderful Mind Ableism refers to bias, prejudice, and discrimination against disabled people. It...

5 days ago3 min read

The Power of Play: A Comprehensive Guide

By : Nikoo Chamani | Wonderful Mind Play is a fundamental aspect of child development, shaping their social, emotional, and cognitive...

5 days ago4 min read

Intuned Parenting: Nurturing Neurodiverse Minds

Research has shown that intuned parenting can have a significant positive impact on the development of neurodiverse children. Attuned...

6 days ago5 min read

The Silent Scars: Early Childhood Trauma, Neurodiversity, and the Power of Trauma-Informed Interventions

Early childhood trauma and neglect can have profound and lasting effects on a child's developing brain and social-emotional well-being....

7 days ago4 min read

Unlocking the Power of Play: Learn to Play Therapy for Autistic Children and School Transitions

Play is the natural language of childhood, a vibrant tapestry of exploration, expression, and learning. For autistic children, however,...

7 days ago2 min read

Rough and Tumble Play: A Cornerstone of Social Development

Rough and tumble play, often characterized by playful chasing, wrestling, and mock fighting, is a common and vital part of childhood...

Aug 222 min read

Embracing Spontaneity and Self-Initiative in Child Therapy: A Pathway to Enhanced Metacognition and Self-Regulation

In the realm of child and youth mental health services, fostering a child’s spontaneous and self-initiated actions during therapy can be...

Apr 122 min read

Unlocking Young Minds: The Power of Art Therapy in Early Childhood Intervention

Unlocking Young Minds: The Power of Art Therapy in Early Childhood Intervention As a parent in Doreen or Craigieburn, you want nothing...