Supporting young people and families through life’s growing pains

Growing Pains Educational & Support Services provides counselling, mental health support and educational services across Logan and the Scenic Rim. Practical, respectful support for young people and their families navigating anxiety, school challenges, identity and life transitions.

Book a Session

Learn About Our Services

Counselling Services

Individual or group support for people navigating anxiety, stress, identity and emotional wellbeing.

Learn More

Youth & Family Support

Practical guidance and support for young people and their families working through their behaviour or school challenges.

Learn More

Educational Advocacy

Support navigating schools, meetings, adjustments and education pathways (both traditional and non-traditional).

Learn More

How It Works

Make an enquiry

Individuals, caregivers or industry professionals contact us to discuss your concerns and find out more about the services we have to offer.

Initial Session & Goals

We meet to understand your needs, set goals and develop a support plan. We go as slow or as fast as you would like, and the support is always guided by you.

Ongoing Support

Regular sessions provide continued guidance, adjustments and practical strategies that serve to improve your day to day life.

Growing Pains is a youth counselling and educational advocacy service supporting young people and families across Logan, the Scenic Rim and surrounding areas. Founded by Cormac McCarthy, the service provides practical, down-to-earth support for young people navigating anxiety, identity, school challenges, family stress and life transitions. The focus is on creating a safe, respectful space where young people feel heard, understood and empowered.

With a background in youth and family case management and community work, Cormac brings extensive frontline experience supporting individuals across a wide range of circumstances – including mental health challenges, family breakdown, school disengagement, behavioural concerns and complex social stressors. Growing Pains works not only with young people, but with parents, caregivers and schools to advocate for fair, inclusive and strengths-based educational outcomes.