Behaviour is Communication

At GROW Paediatrics, we see behaviour as a message, not a “problem to fix.”
Children show us how they’re coping through their actions—whether it’s big feelings, meltdowns, resistance, running away, hitting, throwing, or shutting down.

Our behavioural support is gentle, neurodiversity-affirming and grounded in child development. We help families understand what sits beneath the behaviour—sensory needs, communication challenges, regulation, developmental stage, anxiety, routines, environment, trauma history or medical factors—and we build strategies that truly make sense for your child.

Depending on your child’s needs, support may come from:

Psychologists & Counsellors

Our psychology team supports children with emotional regulation, anxiety, social difficulties, behavioural distress, transitions and big feelings. They help families understand why behaviours occur and offer compassionate, evidence-informed strategies.

Occupational Therapists (OTs)

OTs explore the sensory and regulation foundations behind behaviour. They support children who become overwhelmed, seek intense movement, struggle with transitions, become easily dysregulated or have difficulty calming. Their work focuses on helping children feel safe, organised and ready for daily life.

Speech Pathologists

Many behaviours arise when communication is hard. SPs support children’s ability to express needs, understand instructions, use alternative communication, and engage socially—reducing frustration-driven behaviours.

Registered Nurses (RNs)

For children with medical or complex care needs, RNs help families understand how health, feeding, sleep, constipation, medication or developmental history may influence behaviour. Their clinical oversight ensures plans are safe and developmentally appropriate.

Together, our team creates a holistic plan that sees the whole child; not just the behaviour.

What does our Behaviour Team support?

We help infants, toddlers and young children with:

Every behaviour has a reason. We help you understand the “why” so we can change the “what.”

Our Approach

Behaviour support at GROW is:

Neurodiversity-affirming

We don’t aim to “fix” traits or suppress behaviours. We help children feel understood, supported and empowered.

Regulation-first

A regulated child is a learning child. We focus on helping children feel calm and safe before expecting new skills.

Relationship-based

Connection drives cooperation. We work with parents and caregivers to strengthen attachment and co-regulation.

Strengths-focused

We build on what your child is already good at and what motivates them.

Evidence-informed

Our team uses best-practice strategies from psychology, OT, early intervention, sensory processing and behaviour science—applied in gentle, child-led ways.

Collaborative

We work closely with educators, GPs, paediatricians and other supports to ensure consistency across environments.

Many families come to us after trying multiple strategies without success.
You are not alone—and there is always a reason for your child’s behaviour.

Who we help

Children with

What to expect

Your behaviour support journey may include:

We celebrate small steps, adjust the plan as your child grows, and walk alongside you with kindness and clarity.

Why Behaviour Support Matters

Early support helps children:

It also helps families feel calmer, more connected and empowered—because you understand what your child needs and how to support them.

Meet Our Behaviours Team