Supporting Parents

Passionate about fostering healthy child development and empowering families, Yael Clark is an experienced Developmental Psychologist offering a comprehensive range of services to families in Melbourne. With over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and parents, Yael has honed her skills in assessment, counselling, and intervention across a diverse range of issues.

Supporting Parents

Yael understands the unique challenges and joys of parenthood at different stages. She offers support and guidance to parents on a range of issues including:

• Perinatal Psychology: Helping mothers and fathers navigate the emotional and logistical complexities of parenthood in the perinatal period.
• Parenting Adolescents: Addressing concerns related to anxiety, body image, academic performance, and social development in teenagers.
• Multiple Birth Families: Providing tailored support and guidance for parents of twins, triplets, and higher-order multiples.

Supporting Children

Beyond supporting parents, Yael is dedicated to empowering children to thrive. Her work with children focuses on:

• Early Intervention: Assessing and supporting children with anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other developmental concerns.
• Child Mental Health: Guiding children through challenging emotions like anxiety and depression.
• Executive Functioning: Helping children with planning, organisation, and attention difficulties.

Holistic Approach

Yael believes in a holistic approach to child development, considering the physical, emotional, and social aspects of each child. She utilizes a variety of therapeutic frameworks, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and Attachment Theory.

Experience and Expertise

With a solid background in Early Childhood Education, Secondary Education, and Developmental Psychology, Yael has extensive experience in both private practice and government agencies. She is passionate about staying at the forefront of her field, continuously updating her knowledge and skills to provide the most relevant and effective interventions.