Introducing Karra Peppler - Psychologist

We are excited to welcome Karra to the team in June. Karra is a registered psychologist with particular expertise in supporting neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ individuals across childhood and adulthood. She works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and personality disorders, and offers psychological assessments including ADHD, learning disorders, and cognitive assessments. Drawing on a range of approaches, Karra provides tailored support for children and adults. With no current waiting list, Karra is now accepting referrals. Please forward mental health care plans and enquiries now to secure an early appointment.

Susan's Teddy Bears' Picnic Play Therapy Group

Susan's much-loved Teddy Bear's Picnic is back at NCPS this June! It's a warm, fun, structured social skills holiday programme for young primary-aged children, using play, mindfulness, and teamwork to build confidence, connection, and flexible thinking. $100 per session, or use a Mental Health Care Plan. For more information, click here.

✨New Resources: Taking The First Step✨

We know that reaching out for support can feel like a big deal — whether you're considering it for yourself, your teenager, or your child. That's why we've put together three new guides designed to take some of the mystery out of the process. Taking the First Step is available for adults, teens, and parents of younger children, and each one walks you through what to expect, how counselling or therapy can actually help, and why you really don't need to have it all figured out before you get in touch. You'll find all three guides on our website, and as always, if you have questions, we're only a phone call or email away.

Supporting Your Young Person with PTSD

We've put together a helpful guide for parents and carers to better understand and support their young person. Click on the image to open the document

Understanding Depression

Depression touches many lives. This guide helps you recognise signs, respond with care, and recover. Click on the image to open the document.

Clinician Spotlight: Ian Connop

This month, Ian Connop reflects on being congruent (the same person at work as outside it), embracing his sensitivity, and the quiet mind he relies on daily.

His thoughts on connection, uncertainty, and never feeling bored are worth slowing down for. He's also sitting with a tension about moving rural while staying connected to people and work — though reassuringly, he's not leaving Newport. Click here to read more about Ian.

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