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Kidsxpress

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Company Research Report: KidsXpress



Company Overview



  • Name: KidsXpress

  • Mission: KidsXpress is committed to ensuring children receive mental health support when and how they need it. They focus on early intervention and using Expressive Therapy to aid in children's mental health.

  • Founded: 2006

  • Founder: Margo Ward

  • Key People: Margo Ward, CEO & Founder

  • Headquarters: Level 2, 50 Waterloo Road, Macquarie Park NSW 2113, Australia

  • Number of Employees: No information is available

  • Revenue: No information is available

  • What is the Company Known For: KidsXpress is known for its innovative approach to addressing childhood mental health issues through Expressive Therapy and trauma-informed care.


Products



  • Expressive Therapy

  • Description: An innovative therapy program that combines psychology and the creative process, including art, music, play, and movement. It is designed to promote emotional growth and healing.

  • Key Features: Emphasizes the healing power of creativity, early intervention, and neuroplasticity. Accredited as an evidence-based intervention by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.


  • School Partnership Program

  • Description: A comprehensive program that partners with schools to provide support to children and educators affected by trauma.

  • Key Features: Reached 2,577 students and supported 183 teachers in 2023. Aims to build teacher capacity and provide trauma-informed training.


Recent Developments



  • New Products/Features: No specific new products or features launched recently.

  • Partnerships:

  • Inspired partnerships with schools, particularly in areas affected by disasters, such as the Northern Rivers school after the 2022 floods.

  • Collaborated with communities, offering specialized programs in response to environmental crises, such as the Black Summer bushfires.


  • Media Releases:

  • KidsXpress has called for more government support to increase mental health services for children aged 12 and under.


  • Community Engagement:

  • Engaged in various campaigns to raise awareness about trauma and mental health, including the "See The Signs" campaign to highlight the prevalence of childhood trauma in Australia.


  • Initiatives:

  • Involved in various initiatives to support children's mental health and wellbeing, such as using motorsport events to raise funds and awareness.


  • Impact:

  • Positive feedback from former clients and their families, showcasing KidsXpress as a transformative support for children's emotional health.

  • 91.7% of children who attended their programs reported positive changes in their lives.


Additional Information



  • Values: The company's work is guided by values such as courage, care, connection, curiosity, and creativity.

  • Commitments: KidsXpress is dedicated to diversity and eliminating discrimination in mental health care, creating a safe space for all individuals.


For more details or inquiries, contact KidsXpress at info@kidsxpress.org.au or visit them at their headquarters in Macquarie Park, NSW.