Saskia Kohnen is a Pediatric Neurologist based in North Sydney, NSW 2060, Australia.
She looks after children and young people who are dealing with nervous system and learning related concerns. In many cases, the issues show up at school, during everyday tasks, or as changes families notice over time. This can be stressful, so the focus is on making things clearer and helping kids get the right support.
Her work includes conditions such as dysgraphia, which can make writing really hard. Kids might know what they want to say, but the act of writing doesn’t come easily. At times this can affect confidence and willingness to try, and it can also impact homework and classroom tasks.
She also cares for children with selective mutism. This is when a child may speak comfortably in some settings, but find it difficult to speak in others. It’s often not about being stubborn or “not trying”. With the right guidance, families can better understand what’s going on and how to respond.
Developmental reading disorder is another area she looks at. For some children, reading takes a lot more effort than you’d expect for their age. Over time, this can affect progress across other school subjects too, not just reading itself.
Some children are seen because of brain tumours. Saskia Kohnen also focuses on posterior fossa tumours, which are a type of tumour found in the back part of the brain. When a child is facing something like this, care needs to be careful and well planned, and families usually need plenty of clear information about what to expect next.
She also works with Williams syndrome, a genetic condition that can affect how a child learns and how they develop skills. Each child can be different, so it helps to take a practical look at what’s happening for that individual child, in day to day life.
Overall, Saskia Kohnen’s role is about supporting children, helping families understand concerns, and guiding care for a range of paediatric neurological and learning related conditions.
