CK Health

06/09/2026

We are thrilled to now offer child assessments for Autism, ADHD and Intellectual disability. Contact the clinic to find out more.

For parents, questions about their child’s learning, behaviour and development can be difficult to navigate. CK Health offers child psychology and assessment services, helping families understand what’s going on – and what comes next. Read more: https://bit.ly/CKHealth

25/08/2026

What is MCAS?
MCAS is a medical condition where immune cells called mast cells become overly active and release chemicals that cause severe, repeated allergy-like symptoms.
Mast cells are part of your immune system, but when they start overreacting and releasing inflammatory mediators too easily, it can cause a whole range of symptoms. People with MCAS often experience:
Chronic fatigue and brain fog
Gastrointestinal issues (bloating, diarrhoea, reflux)
Flushing, rashes, and itching
Headaches and migraines
Anxiety and heart palpitations
Reactions to foods, stress, or environmental triggers

The tricky part? MCAS is often missed or attributed to something else such as allergies, IBS or anxiety.
Our new Integrative GP Dr Jess works with MCAS patients, she's interested in understanding why your mast cells are activated. Is it your gut microbiome? Chronic stress? Environmental exposures? Nutritional deficiencies? She will then address those root causes. If you'd like to know more about working with Dr Jess please reach out to Reception on 4077 3803.

04/08/2026

If you are looking for a compassionate, warm, knowledgeable Clinical Psychologist then Dr Catherine Jones may be just who you need. Catherine has a specialist interest in how traumatic experiences, if left unattended, have the potential to have a long-lasting effect on our physical and psychological health and can influence how we cope with chronic health conditions such as chronic pain, autoimmune conditions, diabetes, and skin conditions. Catherine is now also offering couples counselling. Medicare rebates are available. Call reception on 4077 3803 for more information or book here https://ckhealth.com.au/book-your-consultation/.

30/07/2026

What is Personalised Nutrition? Personalised nutrition moves beyond one size fits all dietary advice by using microbiome testing to map your individual gut bacteria profile and identify which specific foods will benefit your unique biology. As a microbiome analyst, Cody Kennedy can provide you with a personalised food list based on your microbiome composition identifying the foods and nutrients that will help cultivate beneficial bacteria strains and support your health goals. By understanding your species-level microbial profile, research shows we can make targeted dietary recommendations to reduce inflammation, elevate mood, strengthen immune function, and support cognitive health. Rather than guessing which foods work best for your body, personalised nutrition uses science-backed microbiome data to create a precise roadmap for nourishing the bacteria that nourish you. (Study link https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-026-04312-x)

27/07/2026

Low cost Psychology support for those living with pain. If you suffer from any kind of chronic pain caused by injury, endometriosis, migraines, auto immune diseases for example this group is for you. Over 4 sessions Psychologist Sally Christopherson will led you through multiple ways to support the management of pain. She will discuss tools such as pacing and body practices to improve your quality of life.
Call the clinic to find out more 4077 3803.

26/07/2026

Maybe it’s something you’ve been quietly wondering for months.
Maybe your child struggles with friendships, has intense reactions to change, becomes overwhelmed by sounds or textures, or seems to hold everything together at school before falling apart at home.
Or perhaps you’ve simply noticed that your child experiences the world differently.
Autism doesn’t look the same in every child. Some signs are obvious. Others can be subtle, easily misunderstood, or missed altogether, particularly in girls and children who have learned to mask their difficulties.
We’ve written a new blog to help parents understand some of the signs of autism and where to begin if something doesn’t feel quite right.
https://ckhealth.com.au/could-my-child-be-autistic-what-parents-need-to-know/

You don’t need to have all the answers before reaching out. Sometimes, noticing that something feels different is enough to start a conversation.

23/07/2026

We are excited to launch our Chronic pain support program led by Psychologist Sally Christopherson. If you suffer from any kind of chronic pain pain caused by injury, endometriosis, migraines, auto immune diseases for example this group is designed for you.
It will include practical solutions to help you manage day to day pain and at only $110 per session, offers a low cost solution to Psychology support. Call the clinic to find out more 4077 3803.

Living with chronic pain is often a deeply isolating experience. Even with supportive family and friends, it can be hard for others to fully understand what day to day life with persistent pain actually involves. This is part of why group based pain programs, bringing together people who are all nav...

22/07/2026

Living with persistent pain can affect every part of life, your mood, sleep, confidence, relationships and ability to do the things that matter most. If this is something you are struggling with our 4 week group program for those living with chronic pain may help.
Led by Psychologist Sally Christopherson the group aims to offer you new skills for better quality of life while living with pain.
What you'll gain
• A better understanding of persistent pain
• Practical skills to calm the nervous system
• Strategies for pacing and managing flare-ups
• Mindfulness and body awareness practices
• Connection with others who are in similar situations

Program details
4 weekly sessions | 60 minutes | 4–8 participants | $110 per session.
Commitment to all 4 sessions required
Medicare rebates may be available with a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan.
Workers Compensation and Chronic Disease Management referrals accepted.
Ready to find out more or book your place?
Contact CK Health and Wellbeing on 02 4077 3803 or email [email protected]

21/07/2026

If you've been thinking of seeing a Psychologist now is the time. Medicare has increased the rebate to $101.55 per appointment, thats more money back in your pocket!
We offer child and adult psychology, along with autism, ADHD and intellectual disability assessments. Call us 4077 3803 to book or make an enquiry.

20/07/2026

If your child is being anxious, clingy, or resistant about going back to school, it can feel overwhelming as a parent. You might feel guilty, frustrated, or unsure what to do. That's completely normal, this is hard.
Tonight & Tomorrow Morning:
Listen without fixing. Ask "What are you worried about?" and really hear them don't jump to reassurance yet
Validate the feeling. "I hear you're nervous. That makes sense." This alone often reduces anxiety
Keep routines predictable. Consistent sleep, meals, and morning timing help anxious kids feel safer
Teach one simple coping tool. Deep breathing, grounding (name 5 things they see), or a calm-down corner at home
If school return anxiety is weighing on you, we're here. Our psychology team works with families to make transitions smoother. They can help you figure out what's actually driving the anxiety and teach practical strategies that actually work.
Reach out for support at https://ckhealth.com.au/