Public Pembroke Parent Information Evening: Dr Tom Nehmy

Pembroke School warmly invites you to a special Parent Information Evening featuring renowned clinical psychologist Dr Tom Nehmy, presenting Understanding and Overcoming Anxiety in Kids: Having a Healthy Mind.

Date:               Monday 16 November 2026

Time:               6.00pm to 7.30pm

Venue:            DY Hall, Girton Campus, 18 Holden Street, Kensington Park

About Dr Tom Nehmy

Dr Tom Nehmy is a Pembroke Old Scholar and clinical psychologist with over 20 years’ experience, specialising in mental health, resilience and wellbeing. He developed the award-winning Healthy Minds Program, designed to prevent symptoms of depression and anxiety and reduce the risk of eating disorders.

Tom works with schools, businesses and organisations across Australia and internationally, with more than 50,000 people attending his presentations and workshops. He is a Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Adelaide and author of Apples for the Mind: Creating Emotional Balance, Peak Performance and Lifelong Wellbeing.

About the Presentation

This interactive 75-minute presentation aims to demystify anxiety and provide parents and caregivers with practical strategies to support their children’s mental health and wellbeing.

Through engaging exercises and real-world examples, Dr Nehmy will explore the difference between normal and clinical anxiety, provide insights into understanding and managing anxiety in children and adolescents, and share strategies for building confidence and resilience.

Parents and caregivers will also gain practical tips for creating a supportive home environment that promotes positive mental health and emotional wellbeing.

This is a free public presentation, and we warmly welcome all parents, caregivers and members of the wider community to attend.