Parenting doesn’t come with an instruction manual. Most days, it’s equal parts rewarding, exhausting, and unpredictable. And sometimes, no matter how hard you try, things at home just feel a little harder than they should.
That’s when the right support can make all the difference.
For more than 15 years, Rowe & Associates Child & Family Psychology has been helping families in the Sutherland Shire and St George find their footing again. Founded by Educational and Developmental Psychologist Clare Rowe, the practice is built on a simple but powerful idea: when families feel supported and equipped, children thrive.
Clare isn’t just a psychologist with two decades of experience. She’s also a mum of two who grew up right here in the Shire. Over the years, her practical insights have made her a trusted voice in national newspapers and on live television, where she regularly speaks about child wellbeing. Yet, it’s the local families who sit across from her and her team each week that matter most.
At Rowe & Associates, every psychologist is highly experienced in working with children, adolescents, and parents. The team specialises in guiding families through challenges like anxiety, emotional regulation, school difficulties, family transitions, and parenting struggles. They also provide comprehensive assessments for ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and learning difficulties.
What sets them apart is their focus on giving parents strategies they can actually use. These are tools that don’t just stay in the therapy room but make life easier at home, at school, and everywhere in between. Parents leave sessions with a sense of direction and confidence, knowing what steps to take next.
Importantly, support doesn’t have to mean months of therapy. Sometimes, a single appointment can be enough to provide reassurance, perspective, or a practical plan to move forward. For many families, that early conversation is the turning point.
Over the years, the practice has been consistently recognised as a finalist in local health business awards, a reflection of the impact they have had in the community. But the real measure of success is seeing parents walk out the door feeling lighter, knowing they now have the tools to help their child flourish.
Rowe & Associates works closely with local GPs, paediatricians, and schools, making sure that children are supported across all areas of their life. Medicare rebates are available for eligible families, and the clinic prides itself on keeping wait times short so families can get help when they need it most.
Walking into the South Hurstville clinic, families are greeted with a warm, child-friendly space and a supportive reception team who understand that reaching out for help is often the hardest step. From there, the journey becomes a shared one with experienced psychologists who are dedicated to making life a little calmer, a little clearer, and a lot more hopeful.
If things at home feel overwhelming, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Contact Rowe & Associates Child & Family Psychology today to book an appointment or simply have a chat about how they can support your family.
