Meet Kirsty Finter, Child & Adolescent Psychologist.

Navigating the unique challenges of childhood and adolescence can sometimes feel overwhelming for both young people and their families. With a strong background in primary teaching and extensive experience collaborating directly with schools, I bring a deeply practical, classroom-ready perspective to psychological support.

My goal is to help children, teens, and their families make sense of their experiences, uncover their strengths, and build a meaningful pathway forward. Whether you need an assessment or ongoing support, here is how I can help with both:

• Insight Assessments: I utilise targeted psychological and developmental assessments designed to help your child truly understand how their mind works - their unique profile, learning style, and intrinsic needs.

• Practical, Actionable Reports: Assessment results are translated into clear, comprehensive reports. These are crafted not just for clinical records, but to give parents, educators, and support teams real-world strategies on what works best for your child in everyday environments.

• School Collaboration: Because child spend a significant part of their lives in classrooms, I actively bridge the gap between clinical support and school settings to ensure consistent, supportive strategies across the board.

My practice is rooted in a person-centred approach. I use a trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming lens because I believe that every behaviour is a form of communication, and every child carries a story that deserves to be heard. I do this by working together to help the child and the people in their world understand their history, emotions, and responses without judgement. I celebrate neurodivergent minds, focusing on accommodation, self-advocacy, and emotional safety rather than trying to change who a child is. This all helps to collectively work together to find a meaningful path forward. By understanding the “why” behind behaviours and challenges, we co-create practical, compassionate strategies that empower young people to thrive.