Balmain, Australia
397 Darling St
N/A
+61 295551168
Toilets
No wheelchair-accessible entrance
A few years ago I had what can only be described as an exceptionally negative and unethical experience with Kids & Co. As part of the Dept of Justice's support for victims of extreme domestic violence, I was awarded 10 counselling sessions with a psychologist approved by The Department of Justice/Family & Community Services. Anna Cohen at Kids & Co and one other psychologist were the two options I was given in the Inner West. The Department of Justice pays the practice directly a standard amount for each session undertaken by the victim (in this case me). As both of my children were already attending weekly Kids and Co sessions (at a cost of 400 per week), it made sense that I attend their practice too. I was informed by an incredibly arrogant receptionist that although my children were already clients, and although she was duty bound and ethically bound to see me via her DOJ agreement (which she promoted on her website at the time), she couldn't see me as she was 'too busy', however she COULD for some reason fit me in as a private patient - at a cost of 395 per session (vs the 84.50 she would get from the Dept of Justice ). Keep in mind, Victim Support only offer free counselling sessions in cases of extreme domestic violence, so victims are desperate, fragile and often experiencing financial hardship. Also, she promoted this service on her website as something she was doing for the social good of the community (I note now this service isn't promoted by Kids & Co). Very sad, unethical, and greedy to the extreme, that those who were awarded this essential service are then not given it.
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I always say those kids that to go to Kids and Co are the lucky ones. I took my daughter to see Anna Cohen last May and breathed out for the first times in years. After seeing countless psychologists and feeling like we were getting nowhere, Anna immediately understood my daughter, and was an absolute godsend for our family. Anna and her team were so “on it” I felt like I’d come to a safe, non judgmental home where not just my daughter, but my whole family could explore what had happened, and learn and grow from it. We now enjoy a healthy, happy dynamic at home and my daughter is thriving at school and has a whole new perspective on life. She’s more robust, has a better relationship with herself and just last week I overheard her in the back of the car telling her girlfriend how good she felt. Tears! I got tears in my eyes, I got my daughter back! Thank you Dr Anna Cohen and team, the way you spoke to my daughter, your approach, your love, care and guidance are second to none. And I don’t say that lightly. The transformation in our family has been wonderful! You are really are the best and my family and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts. There is no place like home, and there is no place like Kids and Co. Thank you.
Wonderful caring psychologists who always go the extra mile. Michelle has shown my children empathy and kindness over the years. Anna has great personal integrity also. . Would highly recommend this practice.
Awesome experience Phenomenal psychologists
What a fantastic service Kids and Co offer to the Balmain community and their families. A fantastic clinic and providers, the philosophy around the children and their families is well researched and tested. A trust worthy team.
Dr Anna Cohen and her team are kind and caring professionals that always go above and beyond for their patients. Dr Cohen is a wonderful advocate for children and always provides parents with the tools to help them navigate the challenges of parenthood. Thanks for your advice.
Excellent team, they do a wonderful job at making sure you are supported. Very happy with the service I received
I have found the counsellors at Kids and Co to be kind empathetic and very professional, they have a gentle and fun approach when working with children, have a wealth of knowledge and experience which is invaluable.
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