Dr Alberto Veloso | Relational Minds | Victoria, Australia – Founder of leading child and family mental health practice Relational Minds. This is my personal thoughts, principles and vision.

Working With Aboriginal Children Taught Me Something I Can’t Ignore: Our Systems Must Work as One

Working with Aboriginal children taught me something clear. Children heal when the adults around them move together, and they suffer when we don’t. Listen ⇢

7 Must-Know Child Development Roles for the Modern Father

Dr Bertie reflects on the changing role of fathers and discusses some commonly raised issues. Listen ⇢

Let Them Play

June 11 was International Day of Play, and there has been a growing amount of research that says children need more play to be able to develop normally. Listen ⇢

Forest Bathing – How Being In Nature Can Be The Best Therapy

Forest bathing is making a conscious decision to pause and be still for a while, so we can connect with nature via sensory engagement. Listen ⇢

Eight Ways to Manage Back To School Anxiety

Transitioning back into the school routine after relaxing summer holidays or a prolonged absence can be stressful and difficult for both children and parents. Listen ⇢

Adolescent Depression & Anxiety: A Teenager’s Perspective

A teenager’s perspective on adolescent depression and anxiety; how parents and teachers can support a young person who is struggling. Listen ⇢

Introduction to Understanding Children’s Emotions

Alberto introduces the basic building blocks of understanding our children’s emotions, though understand their brain structure and how stress or trauma affects their development. Listen ⇢