Child Psychology
Therapy for anxiety, big feelings, trauma and behaviour, for children, teens and families.
Child and youth mental health services · Melbourne’s northern suburbs
Empowering children to find their voice.
Equipping families to thrive together, with psychology, assessments, occupational therapy, speech pathology and play, art and music therapy for children, young people and families in Melbourne’s north.
Registered NDIS providerMedicare rebates for psychologyTwo clinics, plus telehealth
Registered NDIS provider · Registered Australian Red Cross vendor for mental health services · Working alongside hospitals, universities, community services and government agencies
Clinicians from different disciplines, working together.
Since 2021 in Melbourne’s north.
20+ cliniciansPsychology, OT, speech, play, art and music therapy, and nutrition.
Neuro-affirmingWe support how your child experiences the world, not change who they are.
Trauma-informedSafety, trust and regulation come first, in every session.
Wonderful Mind is a child and youth mental health and allied health practice in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, with two clinics in Doreen and Craigieburn. Since 2021, our multidisciplinary team of psychologists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and play, art and music therapists has supported children, adolescents and their families with emotional wellbeing, behaviour, development, communication and learning. We are a registered NDIS provider, Medicare rebates are available for psychology, and families can contact us directly without a referral.
Our symbol
The ensō: whole, present and open
The circle in our logo is an ensō, a Zen symbol painted in a single brushstroke. It reflects how we work: seeing each child as a whole person, staying present at their pace, valuing difference over perfection, and leaving room to grow.
Our services
Support for every part of growing up
Psychology is at the heart of what we do, alongside the therapies that help children communicate, move, play and feel safe.
Psychology Assessments
Autism, ADHD, cognitive and educational assessments with clear, practical reports.
Counselling
Confidential support for children, young people, parents, carers and adults with stress, change and relationships.
Occupational Therapy
Sensory, motor, self-care and regulation support, built around play.
Speech Pathology
Late talkers, speech clarity, language, literacy, stuttering and AAC.
Play & Filial Therapy
Child-centred play therapy and parent-led filial therapy for big feelings and hard experiences.
Art Therapy
Registered art therapists helping children and young people express what is hard to say.
Music Therapy
Registered music therapy for communication, regulation and connection.
Positive Behaviour Support
Trauma-informed, neuro-affirming behaviour support plans for home and school.
Early Childhood Intervention
Team-based NDIS early intervention for children under 9.
Mind and Body Program
Gymnastics and equine assisted therapy program for gross motor skills, delivered under occupational therapy supervision.
Not sure where to start?
Start with what you are noticing
You do not need to know which therapy your child needs. Pick what sounds familiar, or simply call us.
Big feelings, meltdowns or anxiety
Worry, anger, tears at drop-off, or meltdowns after school.
Wondering about autism or ADHD
Clear, neuro-affirming assessments and a plan you can use.
Not talking yet, or hard to understand
Late talkers, unclear speech, language and stuttering.
Sensory, motor or self-care challenges
Noise, textures, handwriting, dressing, eating or regulation.
Has been through something hard
Trauma, grief, family separation or big life changes.
Behaviour that is hard to manage
Understanding what sits underneath, and a plan that fits your family.
Psychology at Wonderful Mind
Child-led psychology that meets your child where they are
Our clinical, registered and provisional psychologists use play, art and conversation, not just talk, to help children and teens make sense of anxiety, anger, trauma, grief and change.
- Clinical, registered and provisional psychologists, supervised by a Board Approved Supervisor
- CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR and play-based approaches
- Medicare rebates with a Mental Health Treatment Plan
- NDIS, WorkCover and TAC clients welcome
- At our Doreen and Craigieburn clinics, or by telehealth
Meet the team
The people your family will work with
Experienced clinicians across psychology, occupational therapy, speech pathology and the creative therapies, working as one team.
Michele Danneels
Senior Speech Pathologist
M.S. Speech-Language Pathology
Certified Practising Speech Pathologist
Jacqui Ornellas
Senior Occupational Therapist & Supervisor
Accredited ICF Coach, Trainer
AHPRA registered
Marta Musis
Registered Psychologist
Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology
AHPRA registered
Nikoo Chamani
Founder & Clinical Director
MA (Art Therapy), La Trobe University
Registered Art Therapist (AThR)Getting started
How to start with us
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Get in touch
Complete our referral form or call (03) 8104 9051. No GP referral is needed unless you want a Medicare rebate.
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A first conversation
Our intake team asks about your child, your goals and your funding, then matches you with the right clinician.
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Parent consultation
Your first appointment is usually with you, so we understand your child’s story before we meet them.
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Therapy that fits
Regular sessions in clinic or by telehealth, with clear goals and regular reviews.
Fees & funding
Ways to fund therapy
NDIS
Registered provider. We work with self-managed, plan-managed and NDIA-managed plans.
Medicare
Rebates for psychology and clinical psychology with a Mental Health Treatment Plan.
Private, WorkCover & TAC
Private fees are listed openly. We also support WorkCover and TAC clients.
Visit us
Two clinics in Melbourne’s north
Doreen
Level 1, 1 Laurimar Boulevard
Doreen VIC 3754
Serving Doreen, Mernda, Laurimar, South Morang and Whittlesea.
Get directions →Craigieburn
35 Craigieburn Road
Craigieburn VIC 3064
Serving Craigieburn, Roxburgh Park, Mickleham and Greenvale.
Get directions →Open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 6:30pm. Telehealth available Australia-wide for many services.
Questions families ask
What does Wonderful Mind do?
Wonderful Mind is a child and youth mental health and allied health practice in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, with clinics in Doreen and Craigieburn. Our psychologists, occupational therapists, speech pathology team and play, art and music therapists support children, young people and families with emotions, behaviour, development, communication and learning.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly with us. A GP referral and Mental Health Treatment Plan is only needed if you want to claim a Medicare rebate for psychology sessions.
Are you an NDIS provider?
Yes. Wonderful Mind is a registered NDIS provider and works with self-managed, plan-managed and NDIA-managed participants. We can also help families understand how therapy fits their NDIS goals.
Can I claim Medicare for psychology?
Yes, for sessions with our psychologists and clinical psychologists when you have a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP, psychiatrist or paediatrician. Rebates apply for up to 10 sessions per calendar year under the Better Access program.
Where are your clinics?
Our main clinic is at Level 1, 1 Laurimar Boulevard, Doreen VIC 3754, and we also see families at 35 Craigieburn Road, Craigieburn VIC 3064. Telehealth and outreach are available for some services.
What ages do you see?
Most of our clients are children and teenagers, from early childhood onwards, along with their parents and carers. Some of our psychologists and therapists also work with adults.
Do you offer autism and ADHD assessments?
Yes. Our psychologists offer autism (ADOS-2), ADHD, cognitive and educational assessments, with a written report and a feedback session. See Psychology Assessments.
Not sure where to start?
Tell our intake team what you are noticing. We will match your child with the right clinician, or a small team if they need more than one kind of support.