Programs

Children & Adolescents Programs

The Cool Kids® Program

The Cool Kids® Program is a structured, evidence-based treatment designed to help children and adolescents aged 7–17 learn practical skills to manage anxiety. Developed at Macquarie University, this program is based on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) principles and has been shown to be highly effective in reducing worry, fear, and avoidance in young people.

The program helps children (and their parents) to
  • Identify and understand anxiety

  • Learn to face feared situations gradually and safely

  • Develop helpful thinking skills

  • Build confidence in managing everyday challenges

  • Reduce avoidance and build independence


Parents play an active role in the program, learning tools to support their child at home and reinforce progress outside of sessions. We adapt the content to suit each child’s developmental level, ensuring a supportive and engaging experience for both child and parent. Whether your child is experiencing separation anxiety, social fears, generalised worry, or specific phobias, Cool Kids® offers a practical and proven path to feeling calmer and more in control.

Tuning In To Kids®

Emotionally intelligent parenting for stronger connections.

Tuning in to Kids® is an evidence-based parenting program that helps parents build stronger relationships with their children through the development of emotional intelligence. The program focuses on emotion coaching—teaching parents how to recognise, understand, and respond to their child's emotions in a way that promotes connection, regulation, and resilience.

Parents learn how to
  • Become more aware of their child’s emotional needs

  • Support their child to manage difficult feelings like anger, anxiety, or sadness

  • Set clear boundaries while remaining emotionally supportive

  • Improve communication and reduce conflict at home

  • Foster greater empathy, self-regulation, and social skills in their child


Suitable for parents of children aged 3–10, Tuning in to Kids® is backed by research showing benefits for children’s emotional development, behaviour, and mental health. This program is ideal for parents wanting to feel more confident and connected in their parenting. It’s especially helpful for families navigating emotional or behavioural challenges at home.