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Hannah’s Story
Hannah was anxious in groups Hannah is a year 9 student who attended Bridging the Gap’s intensive 8-week program for High School students – “I…
Teaching Teenagers Personal Boundaries
Teenagers live in a culture where boundaries seem to be non-existent. So, teaching them about your own personal boundaries will help them think about developing…
Bridging the Gap – Now a Registered NDIS Provider
People who have Therapeutic Support included in their NDIS plan can receive Counselling, Expressive Art and Play Therapy services at Bridging The Gap. Therapeutic Support enables…
Encouraging Good Behaviour in Your Toddler
Try these tips to encourage the behaviour you want in your child 1. Children do as you do. Your child watches you to get clues…
Bonding With Baby
Strong and secure attachment is vital to your baby’s development. You can build attachment by learning to read your baby’s signals and knowing how to…
Social & Emotional Changes in Adolescence
Adolescence is a time of big social and emotional development for your child. It helps to know what to expect and how to support your…
Teenage Issues: What Teens Worry About
Did you know… Over three-quarters (78%) of children aged 11-14 years value family relationships. Over 80% of children aged 11-14 years want their parents to…
Connecting with Your School Age Child
Family relationships are still the biggest influence on your school-age child’s development. Fitting in with friends and finding role models are also important, and you…
Anxiety and Your Teen
Anxiety disorders in teenagers are serious mental health problems. An anxiety disorder affects how a young person thinks, feels and behaves. It’s important to seek…