Child Counselling in New South Wales

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Joanne Walker
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mullumbimby, NSW 2482
For younger children I offer play therapy, with more talking for older children and adults.
I have spent many years working with adults, children, families and professionals most notably those that have experienced trauma, but also addiction, grief, anxiety, emotional, relationship, parenting and other difficulties. I have spent time in indigenous communities and bring cultural awareness and sensitivity to a variety of cultural and other minority groups such as gender diverse.
For younger children I offer play therapy, with more talking for older children and adults.
I have spent many years working with adults, children, families and professionals most notably those that have experienced trauma, but also addiction, grief, anxiety, emotional, relationship, parenting and other difficulties. I have spent time in indigenous communities and bring cultural awareness and sensitivity to a variety of cultural and other minority groups such as gender diverse.
(07) 5655 7413 View (07) 5655 7413
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Alena Piccolruaz
Psychologist, MPsych, Assoc MAPS
Verified Verified
Taree, NSW 2430
I am a committed and caring professional that prides herself on supporting children, adolescents, women, adults and families in a confidential environment.
I have a special interest in working with children, adolescents, and families in addition to supporting mums and dads through pregnancy and post-pregnancy. Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorder, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, work related issues (Workcover accredited psych), life coaching, relationship matters, family mediation, court and legal reports and the teaching of parenting skills. I also offer couples, family and marital therapy. I am also an accredited Supervisor to other psychologists.
I am a committed and caring professional that prides herself on supporting children, adolescents, women, adults and families in a confidential environment.
I have a special interest in working with children, adolescents, and families in addition to supporting mums and dads through pregnancy and post-pregnancy. Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorder, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, work related issues (Workcover accredited psych), life coaching, relationship matters, family mediation, court and legal reports and the teaching of parenting skills. I also offer couples, family and marital therapy. I am also an accredited Supervisor to other psychologists.
(02) 9159 6930 View (02) 9159 6930
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Vanessa Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Menai, NSW 2234
Vanessa Allen is the founder and Director of Evolving Minds Counselling, a space she created with the intention of providing a supportive and caring environment for children, adolescents and adults.
Vanessa is a Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Counsellor. ​ Vanessa is known for her empathetic approach and desire to empower clients, so they can make positive changes in line with their values. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. She has worked with people from diverse backgrounds and of all ages. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. Vanessa is also a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and a Certified RO-DBT Practitioner.
Vanessa Allen is the founder and Director of Evolving Minds Counselling, a space she created with the intention of providing a supportive and caring environment for children, adolescents and adults.
Vanessa is a Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Counsellor. ​ Vanessa is known for her empathetic approach and desire to empower clients, so they can make positive changes in line with their values. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. She has worked with people from diverse backgrounds and of all ages. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. Vanessa is also a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and a Certified RO-DBT Practitioner.
(02) 8074 5994 View (02) 8074 5994
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Open Skies Art Therapy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Menai, NSW 2234
I work as an art psychotherapist with adults and children that have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, health related issues and have worked in community contexts to support parents and their children. Sometimes it can be hard to express our experiences verbally and working through creative means can help us gain an understanding of ourselves and enable us to express and find emotional relief for issues that might otherwise seem overwhelming. It provides a way of expressing our inner world without the need for words. Art therapy is suitable for all ages and requires no prior artistic skills.
I work as an art psychotherapist with adults and children that have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, health related issues and have worked in community contexts to support parents and their children. Sometimes it can be hard to express our experiences verbally and working through creative means can help us gain an understanding of ourselves and enable us to express and find emotional relief for issues that might otherwise seem overwhelming. It provides a way of expressing our inner world without the need for words. Art therapy is suitable for all ages and requires no prior artistic skills.
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Empowering Minds Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Liverpool, NSW 2170
As the Psychologist behind Empowering Minds Psychology with over 14 years experience working with children, adolescents and their families Ellen Pickering provides a safe, gentle, non-judgemental, empowering and confidential space for families, children and adolescents ensuring that the therapy helps not only the client but also their family. Ellen also provides therapy for parents as they ride the rollercoaster of being a parent.
As the Psychologist behind Empowering Minds Psychology with over 14 years experience working with children, adolescents and their families Ellen Pickering provides a safe, gentle, non-judgemental, empowering and confidential space for families, children and adolescents ensuring that the therapy helps not only the client but also their family. Ellen also provides therapy for parents as they ride the rollercoaster of being a parent.
(02) 8105 5974 View (02) 8105 5974
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Jane Rabie- Play Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Petersham, NSW 2049
The relationship I develop with your child supports them to feel fully understood and develop communication and strategies to deal with overwhelming emotions.
Often children don’t have words to describe their experiences and feelings and instead reveal them through behaviours which can be misunderstood. They may get into trouble, be labelled, or disconnect. I work with children and families just like this. As a carer, reaching out for support can be the hardest step. I work closely with you and your child through Play Therapy which is relationship based therapy for children aged 3-12 years. Play is a child’s natural way of communicating and Play Therapy creates the environment where the therapist enters into a child’s world and understands the experience from their perspective.
The relationship I develop with your child supports them to feel fully understood and develop communication and strategies to deal with overwhelming emotions.
Often children don’t have words to describe their experiences and feelings and instead reveal them through behaviours which can be misunderstood. They may get into trouble, be labelled, or disconnect. I work with children and families just like this. As a carer, reaching out for support can be the hardest step. I work closely with you and your child through Play Therapy which is relationship based therapy for children aged 3-12 years. Play is a child’s natural way of communicating and Play Therapy creates the environment where the therapist enters into a child’s world and understands the experience from their perspective.
(02) 9100 0607 View (02) 9100 0607
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Catherine Groome Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Kirkham, NSW 2570
You are not what happened to you - you are what you choose to become. I support adults and children to heal and grow through life's challenges. I believe that you have the strength not just to survive, but to truly thrive. Sometimes we may find ourselves struggling with who we are and why we do what we do. We may have behaviours we would like to change or relationships we would like to enrich. Sharing is a big step towards taking care of one's emotional health. I am here to walk the journey with you.
You are not what happened to you - you are what you choose to become. I support adults and children to heal and grow through life's challenges. I believe that you have the strength not just to survive, but to truly thrive. Sometimes we may find ourselves struggling with who we are and why we do what we do. We may have behaviours we would like to change or relationships we would like to enrich. Sharing is a big step towards taking care of one's emotional health. I am here to walk the journey with you.
(02) 4214 4925 View (02) 4214 4925
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Courtney Karpin
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Woollahra, NSW 2025
I am an empathetic, committed and collaborative psychologist with a passion for providing client-centred therapy for children, teenagers and parents. I work with anxiety depression, stress and adjustment difficulties, grief and loss. chronic pain, emotion regulation, anger management, child behavioural problems, parenting stress, sleep difficulties, self-esteem, suicide intervention and prevention.
I am an empathetic, committed and collaborative psychologist with a passion for providing client-centred therapy for children, teenagers and parents. I work with anxiety depression, stress and adjustment difficulties, grief and loss. chronic pain, emotion regulation, anger management, child behavioural problems, parenting stress, sleep difficulties, self-esteem, suicide intervention and prevention.
(02) 9100 0237 View (02) 9100 0237
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Ofunneka Amanda Anyanwu
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alstonville, NSW 2477
I love working with young children and young adults because they provide a platform for me to share my experience, but also learn from them.
Are you a member of the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) community? Are you a parent finding it hard to connect with your teenager? Are you a mother trying to cope with the stress of being a mum, wife and working? Are you a single mother faced with life's challenges? Are you an individual going through the stress of relationship breakdown or simply trying to navigate transitions in your life? Are you a young person struggling to engage with school, your friends and family? If you answered yes to either of the above questions, then my counselling service is for you.
I love working with young children and young adults because they provide a platform for me to share my experience, but also learn from them.
Are you a member of the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) community? Are you a parent finding it hard to connect with your teenager? Are you a mother trying to cope with the stress of being a mum, wife and working? Are you a single mother faced with life's challenges? Are you an individual going through the stress of relationship breakdown or simply trying to navigate transitions in your life? Are you a young person struggling to engage with school, your friends and family? If you answered yes to either of the above questions, then my counselling service is for you.
(02) 4058 4011 View (02) 4058 4011
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Sarah Conway
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
I take an attachment-based approach and believe that creating sustainable change for children is only possible when we work with parents and children together.
I have immediate availability to see children, adolescents and their families. I am also offering autism diagnostic assessments, NDIS assessments and cognitive assessments for children.
I take an attachment-based approach and believe that creating sustainable change for children is only possible when we work with parents and children together.
I have immediate availability to see children, adolescents and their families. I am also offering autism diagnostic assessments, NDIS assessments and cognitive assessments for children.
(02) 4214 8821 View (02) 4214 8821
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Natural Growth Childhood Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Camden South, NSW 2570
Having been a school counsellor and paediatric palliative care grief counsellor, there's a special place in my heart for supporting children and adults who are bereaved and/or grieving the imminent loss of a loved one.
Thanks for finding some time to stop by even though life isn't going quite as you'd hoped right now. So, let’s cut to the chase. I believe in providing counselling that doesn't feel clinical so, we’re going to collaborate in the beautiful outdoors - nurturing with nature. If it's you I'm supporting, I invite you to come walk and talk or sit with me over a cuppa in a peaceful park. If it's a child, we'll use play, sensory materials and movement throughout the session. It's amazing how many therapeutic conversations can come from noticing the clouds, feeling the breeze, or climbing on play equipment.
Having been a school counsellor and paediatric palliative care grief counsellor, there's a special place in my heart for supporting children and adults who are bereaved and/or grieving the imminent loss of a loved one.
Thanks for finding some time to stop by even though life isn't going quite as you'd hoped right now. So, let’s cut to the chase. I believe in providing counselling that doesn't feel clinical so, we’re going to collaborate in the beautiful outdoors - nurturing with nature. If it's you I'm supporting, I invite you to come walk and talk or sit with me over a cuppa in a peaceful park. If it's a child, we'll use play, sensory materials and movement throughout the session. It's amazing how many therapeutic conversations can come from noticing the clouds, feeling the breeze, or climbing on play equipment.
(02) 4214 4855 View (02) 4214 4855
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Chris Gilbert Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Box Hill, NSW 2765
Additional Services: ADHD, Autism & Cognitive Assessments / Reports ( Child, Teen & Adult).
Enquiries managed at chrisgilbertpsychology.com (now offering child/adult ADHD Assessments & Cognitive / IQ / Academic Assessments, 6-16yo). I am a clinical psychologist, focusing on child/adolescent treatment, including assessment, treatment and management of behavioural & emotional issues, often involving ADHD, anxiety, Autism (ASD) and ODD. I have an engaging, silly & charismatic style that kids tend to enjoy and a down-to-earth, light-hearted & matter-of-fact approach that parents and teens typically respond well to. Self or plan managed NDIS clients welcomed. Medicare rebates available.
Additional Services: ADHD, Autism & Cognitive Assessments / Reports ( Child, Teen & Adult).
Enquiries managed at chrisgilbertpsychology.com (now offering child/adult ADHD Assessments & Cognitive / IQ / Academic Assessments, 6-16yo). I am a clinical psychologist, focusing on child/adolescent treatment, including assessment, treatment and management of behavioural & emotional issues, often involving ADHD, anxiety, Autism (ASD) and ODD. I have an engaging, silly & charismatic style that kids tend to enjoy and a down-to-earth, light-hearted & matter-of-fact approach that parents and teens typically respond well to. Self or plan managed NDIS clients welcomed. Medicare rebates available.
(02) 8074 5812 View (02) 8074 5812
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Annette M Coulter
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I have over 47 years clinical experience in child, adolescent, family and couple art psychotherapy. I work with trauma, mood/adjustment disorder, grief, relationship difficulties. Issues are addressed in a way that bypasses talking. The innate healing potential of your creative self is externalised as thoughts and feelings, which may otherwise remain unexpressed, arise. No previous art experience is necessary - marks and scribbles are of equal value. In this process the unconscious is honoured, so your dream life is important. Through imaginative symbolic expression, unconscious material is explored, clarified and finds meaning.
I have over 47 years clinical experience in child, adolescent, family and couple art psychotherapy. I work with trauma, mood/adjustment disorder, grief, relationship difficulties. Issues are addressed in a way that bypasses talking. The innate healing potential of your creative self is externalised as thoughts and feelings, which may otherwise remain unexpressed, arise. No previous art experience is necessary - marks and scribbles are of equal value. In this process the unconscious is honoured, so your dream life is important. Through imaginative symbolic expression, unconscious material is explored, clarified and finds meaning.
(02) 4501 7102 View (02) 4501 7102
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Nivi (Nivedita) Malik
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wollongong, NSW 2500
I am a registered psychologist with over 14 years of clinical experience working with a wider range of range of client group in UK and Australia. Services that I deliver includes: Treatment for anxiety, depression, PTSD, behavioural difficulties and other mental health issues for children, adolescents, and adults. *Post and perinatal depression *Neurodevelopmental Disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD *Cognitive Assessments: including WISC-V, WPPSI- IV, and *Parenting Skills Training for behavioural management of children and adolescents with challenging behaviours.
I am a registered psychologist with over 14 years of clinical experience working with a wider range of range of client group in UK and Australia. Services that I deliver includes: Treatment for anxiety, depression, PTSD, behavioural difficulties and other mental health issues for children, adolescents, and adults. *Post and perinatal depression *Neurodevelopmental Disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD *Cognitive Assessments: including WISC-V, WPPSI- IV, and *Parenting Skills Training for behavioural management of children and adolescents with challenging behaviours.
(02) 4607 2716 View (02) 4607 2716
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Oracle Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Newcastle, NSW 2300
Our clinicians target their skills, training and professional learning towards establishing a deep understanding of a variety of child and adolescent conditions.
Mr Daniel Wendt is the Principal Clinical Psychologist and Director of Oracle Psychology. His qualifications in both Education and Psychology offer a unique combination of expertise which is well suited to assisting children and young people. We also assist adults and practice across the lifespan. Oracle Psychology's clinicians are registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). They have extensive experience working with children, teenagers and adults. Our staff are passionate about the wellbeing of individuals in Newcastle, the Hunter and Central Coast.
Our clinicians target their skills, training and professional learning towards establishing a deep understanding of a variety of child and adolescent conditions.
Mr Daniel Wendt is the Principal Clinical Psychologist and Director of Oracle Psychology. His qualifications in both Education and Psychology offer a unique combination of expertise which is well suited to assisting children and young people. We also assist adults and practice across the lifespan. Oracle Psychology's clinicians are registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). They have extensive experience working with children, teenagers and adults. Our staff are passionate about the wellbeing of individuals in Newcastle, the Hunter and Central Coast.
(02) 4077 2916 View (02) 4077 2916
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Robyn Bowman Counselling
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Verified Verified
Kings Langley, NSW 2147
With my extensive experience working in schools, I bring a unique perspective to my practice, especially in understanding the stressors faced by children and teenagers and offer tailored, compassionate support.
I am a qualified counsellor, registered with PACFA. I work with adults, adolescent and children, in the areas of anxiety, overwhelming emotion, depression, grief and loss, anger, or even assisting you to join up the dots of life. My goal is to empower you towards a more peaceful and manageable life, enhancing your ability to face everyday challenges with resilience and hope. At Robyn Bowman Counselling, I provide both face-to-face sessions in Norwest and Kings Langley, and online consultations, ensuring flexibility and accessibility. My offices are close to transport and parking.
With my extensive experience working in schools, I bring a unique perspective to my practice, especially in understanding the stressors faced by children and teenagers and offer tailored, compassionate support.
I am a qualified counsellor, registered with PACFA. I work with adults, adolescent and children, in the areas of anxiety, overwhelming emotion, depression, grief and loss, anger, or even assisting you to join up the dots of life. My goal is to empower you towards a more peaceful and manageable life, enhancing your ability to face everyday challenges with resilience and hope. At Robyn Bowman Counselling, I provide both face-to-face sessions in Norwest and Kings Langley, and online consultations, ensuring flexibility and accessibility. My offices are close to transport and parking.
(02) 8609 3783 View (02) 8609 3783
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Erica Chow
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Greenwich, NSW 2065
Are you struggling with overthinking, being overwhelmed and exhausted a lot of the time? Do you feel that past traumas and negative life experiences have left you feeling unsafe and having unhealthy beliefs about yourself? If your daily life, relationships and mental health is wearing you down, you may be seeking support to get to a better place. You may be a parent who is noticing concerning signs in your child and needing parenting support and therapy for your child. Erica is a professional and warm Psychologist experienced in assisting with mental health, trauma, behavioural difficulties for clients across the lifespan.
Are you struggling with overthinking, being overwhelmed and exhausted a lot of the time? Do you feel that past traumas and negative life experiences have left you feeling unsafe and having unhealthy beliefs about yourself? If your daily life, relationships and mental health is wearing you down, you may be seeking support to get to a better place. You may be a parent who is noticing concerning signs in your child and needing parenting support and therapy for your child. Erica is a professional and warm Psychologist experienced in assisting with mental health, trauma, behavioural difficulties for clients across the lifespan.
(02) 9159 3752 View (02) 9159 3752
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Jodie Humphreys
Psychologist, MPsych, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Verified Verified
Bomaderry, NSW 2541
Im a psychologist with over 20 years experience both in schools and in private practice. I work with children /adolescents/ families and couples. Im level 3 Gottman Trained in Couples Therapy. I work with a variety of presentations: Anxiety/Depression/ Relationship Issues/ Trauma/ ADHD and Autism challenges
Im a psychologist with over 20 years experience both in schools and in private practice. I work with children /adolescents/ families and couples. Im level 3 Gottman Trained in Couples Therapy. I work with a variety of presentations: Anxiety/Depression/ Relationship Issues/ Trauma/ ADHD and Autism challenges
(02) 4406 6410 View (02) 4406 6410
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We help busy parents struggling to manage their children’s behaviours, anxiety and day-to-day routines to find solutions through sand tray therapy.
Sensory Solutions Sand and Play Therapy is a private practice specialising in providing Sandtray Therapy for clients of all ages across the lifespan. Sensory Solutions Sand and Play Therapy specialises in Sandtray Therapy which is founded in first wave developmental theories and grounded in neuroscience. a safe therapeutic space using specifically built sandtrays and a selection of sandtray miniatures in which to build a sandworld. This is suitable for people of all ages, from children to adults including those on NDIS Plans
We help busy parents struggling to manage their children’s behaviours, anxiety and day-to-day routines to find solutions through sand tray therapy.
Sensory Solutions Sand and Play Therapy is a private practice specialising in providing Sandtray Therapy for clients of all ages across the lifespan. Sensory Solutions Sand and Play Therapy specialises in Sandtray Therapy which is founded in first wave developmental theories and grounded in neuroscience. a safe therapeutic space using specifically built sandtrays and a selection of sandtray miniatures in which to build a sandworld. This is suitable for people of all ages, from children to adults including those on NDIS Plans
(02) 8074 3513 View (02) 8074 3513
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Emma Chow | Kindred Filial Play Corner
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Ermington, NSW 2115
Play is therapeutic and a powerful means for the changes and healing you so long to see in your child and your family.
Somewhere along the way, there has been a rupture between you and your child. You are constantly overwhelmed by their BIG emotions and behaviours, and you are doing your best to respond differently from your default parenting patterns. Maybe they've been through something big. You desire a stronger, more secure and trusting relationship with your child. You dream of fostering co-operation and harmonious sibling (and peer) relationships. Your really want to support them in their growth, development and wellbeing.
Play is therapeutic and a powerful means for the changes and healing you so long to see in your child and your family.
Somewhere along the way, there has been a rupture between you and your child. You are constantly overwhelmed by their BIG emotions and behaviours, and you are doing your best to respond differently from your default parenting patterns. Maybe they've been through something big. You desire a stronger, more secure and trusting relationship with your child. You dream of fostering co-operation and harmonious sibling (and peer) relationships. Your really want to support them in their growth, development and wellbeing.
(02) 7804 4503 View (02) 7804 4503
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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in New South Wales provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in New South Wales build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.