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Half of all mental health conditions have started by age 14*
Yet children under this age historically had limited access to mental health services in Australia.
KidsXpress exists to ensure that children are getting the help they need, in the way they need it and when they need it.
Childhood mental health issues often arise from experiences of trauma and a stressful home environment. Our trauma-informed Expressive Therapy and Education services combine psychology and the creative process to support primary school-age children and their caregivers.
(*Kessler, R.C., et al., Lifetime prevalence and age-of onset distributions of DSM-IV disorders 2005).
Mental ill-health affects 1-in-7 Australian children, yet fewer than 25% are accessing care.
Without support, the impact of their condition can grow with them into lifelong challenges. We’re on a mission to change that.
students were reached by us in 2024 through our School Partnership Program, our centres and training programs.
educators, parents and caregivers were supported through our School Partnership Program, centres and training programs in 2024.
of children who attended KidsXpress identified positive change in themselves.
(CORS, 2023 Term 2)
is our cost benefit ratio, meaning that for every $1 invested in KidsXpress a return of $2.76 is generated in social value.
(DAE, 2015, p.46)
KidsXpress is entering an exciting new chapter as Co-Founder Paul Hines steps into the role of Board Chair. With our 20th anniversary on the horizon, Paul shares his bold vision for growth, impact, and reaching more children in need.
During one session, 8 year old Ava* who’d been referred to our Macquarie Park centre, was invited to choose an instrument to play. She gravitated toward the drums, and as she began to play, her movements were loud, erratic and forceful.
In the wake of the devastating 2022 Northern Rivers floods, a dedicated Learning Support team at a small Northern Rivers public primary school embarked on a mission to better support their trauma-impacted students.
Anxiety is a brain bully. In its extreme form it lies, it deceives, and it doesn’t give you a moment of peace, even when sleeping.
Nine year-old Nadia, has been grappling with anxiety ever since the COVID lockdowns.
At just ten years old, Emily* faced a distressing situation, common to many schoolchildren but one that none should have to endure
KidsXpress calls for more government support to increase access to mental health services for children aged 12 and under.
Moving to high school is one of the key milestones of a child’s life. In Term 3 of 2023 we conducted a survey for Year 6 students for the purpose of understanding their thoughts and emotions about this transition.
In the aftermath of the Black Summer bushfires of 2019/20, KidsXpress swiftly moved into action to deliver a tailored trauma-focused program for the purpose of community rebuilding and socio-emotional rehabilitation.
Samuel Behan, is an incredible KidsXpress supporter racing in Production Sports with his trusty MX5 to raise funds for vulnerable children.
When Manny was 6 years old his father was incarcerated on drug charges. The two years that followed weren’t easy; his mother sometimes struggled to cope with the demands of parenting four children alone.
There’s a well-entrenched stereotype which perpetuates the idea that homeless people are alcohol-dependent middle-aged people roughing it in parks and bus shelters.
Our trauma happens in relationships, but our healing also happens in relationships.” 💛
In this audio excerpt, our Senior Trauma Consultant, Bec explains how KidsXpress uses the creative arts to help children process big feelings, rebuild trust and strengthen connections with the people who matter most.
🎧 Listen to the full interview on 2RRR to hear more about how we’re helping children heal and thrive through expressive therapy. Link in bio.
#expressivetherapy #kidsxpress #childmentalhealth #traumahealing #ACEs
A heartfelt thank you to our neighbours up the road at @veriuhotelsandsuites Macquarie Park, who generously provided us with subsidised access to a meeting space for our recent All-Staff Engagement Training.
We’ve always hosted these professional development sessions in our large therapy room at KidsXpress HQ, but with a growing team comes a good problem — we no longer fit! Veriu welcomed us just a short stroll away with a spacious, beautifully designed room that offered the perfect setting for shared learning and deep reflection.
As a charity, we know that support doesn’t always come in the form of a donation. Sometimes, it’s the offer of a space, a service, or a helping hand — low bono or pro bono — that helps keep the wheels turning.
And sometimes, it’s just about being good neighbours... cue the Neighbours theme song!
Veriu’s generosity is a reminder that we’re stronger when community comes together and that local partnerships can be powerful forces for good.
Massive thanks to everyone at Veriu Macquarie Park for being the kind of neighbour we’d happily have a cuppa with anytime. 💜
#ThankYouThursday #ItTakesAVillage #KidsXpress #CommunitySpirit #NeighbourlyLove #MacquariePark #TogetherWeThrive #BeSpokeHotels
This child said they feel “calm and supported at KidsXpress”... exactly what we strive for. 💜
#TestimonialTuesday #ChildTherapy #ExpressiveTherapy #KidsXpress #ChildMentalHealth
“I’m not lonely anymore...” 💜
For children, a sense of connection and belonging at school can make all the difference and at KidsXpress we create safe, fun spaces where that connection can grow.
#TestimonialTuesday #SafeSpaces #BelongingMatters #KidsXpress #SchoolPartnershipProgram #ExpressiveTherapy #CreativeTherapy #ChildMentalHealth
Four words. One big impact. 💜 “Makes me calm down.”
#TestimonialTuesday #ParentingSupport #CreativeTherapy #MentalHealthMatters #KidsXpress #ExpressiveTherapy
“Even when you’re in your mum’s tummy and things aren’t going right… your little brain and body are already changing.”
Trauma doesn’t start when a child learns to talk. Sometimes it starts before they’re even born.
At KidsXpress, we use expressive therapy — art, music, dance movement and play — to help children process what they don’t yet have words for.
Hear our Senior Trauma Consultant Rebecca van Herk explain how the body holds memory, and why healing starts with connection, not conversation.
👉 Listen to the full interview on 2RRR with Chook & Jeffrey G – link in bio.
#InUteroTrauma #Epigenetics #ExpressiveTherapy #KidsXpress #HealingThroughPlay #TraumaInformedCare #2RRR #ChildMentalHealth
