Child Counselling in Greenacre, NSW
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I very much enjoy helping parents to support their children and foster a positive family environment.
I am a psychologist currently working at Better U Health Services, a private practice catering to individuals that present with a wide variety of challenges. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who experience a range of concerns, including but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Developmental/Learning Disability, Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety and/or Depression, Stress Management, Relationship Difficulties and Life Adjustments. By utilising evidence-based treatment options, I help cultivate insight and in-depth exploration to bring about meaningful and lasting personal development.
I very much enjoy helping parents to support their children and foster a positive family environment.
I am a psychologist currently working at Better U Health Services, a private practice catering to individuals that present with a wide variety of challenges. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who experience a range of concerns, including but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Developmental/Learning Disability, Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety and/or Depression, Stress Management, Relationship Difficulties and Life Adjustments. By utilising evidence-based treatment options, I help cultivate insight and in-depth exploration to bring about meaningful and lasting personal development.
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Douha El-Assaad
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenacre, NSW 2190 (Online Only)
I am an experienced psychologist with over 8 years of experience supporting children right through to older adults.
I offer a human service. I hold space for my clients, so that they can share and tell their story with the guarantee of safety. Together, we look at the things in their life that are no longer serving them, or holding them back from living the life they imagined. Unhelpful patterns, relationships, processes, may all be holding people back from crafting the life that they want to live.
I am an experienced psychologist with over 8 years of experience supporting children right through to older adults.
I offer a human service. I hold space for my clients, so that they can share and tell their story with the guarantee of safety. Together, we look at the things in their life that are no longer serving them, or holding them back from living the life they imagined. Unhelpful patterns, relationships, processes, may all be holding people back from crafting the life that they want to live.
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Telehealth & Face to Face services; Adult Individual Therapy; Child & Adolescent Therapy Couples therapy; Parenting skills education and training; Comprehensive Third Party (CTP) Workcover Claims; Work Development Order; Psychometric testing (Intelligence testing, Academic Achievement testing etc); Bi-lingual services (English & Arabic).
Cheryn is a Clinical Psychologist. Cheryn’s qualifications are a Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) and a Master of Clinical Psychology. Cheryn loves her work and is a very dedicated, warm and engaging therapist, with a keen sense of the privilege and responsibility that her role involves. She enjoys accompanying her clients on their path through difficulty and grounds her work in an attuned and genuine understanding of her clients and their needs. Cheryn has an affinity working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and her experience has enabled her to become resourceful in adapting therapies.
Telehealth & Face to Face services; Adult Individual Therapy; Child & Adolescent Therapy Couples therapy; Parenting skills education and training; Comprehensive Third Party (CTP) Workcover Claims; Work Development Order; Psychometric testing (Intelligence testing, Academic Achievement testing etc); Bi-lingual services (English & Arabic).
Cheryn is a Clinical Psychologist. Cheryn’s qualifications are a Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) and a Master of Clinical Psychology. Cheryn loves her work and is a very dedicated, warm and engaging therapist, with a keen sense of the privilege and responsibility that her role involves. She enjoys accompanying her clients on their path through difficulty and grounds her work in an attuned and genuine understanding of her clients and their needs. Cheryn has an affinity working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and her experience has enabled her to become resourceful in adapting therapies.
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I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in the counselling field. I have specialised in marriage counselling, family therapy, anxiety and depression and teenage counselling. I have also had a lot of experience with issues arising within families in the Islamic community. I have chosen to focus on women’s mindfulness, specifically because Islam emphasises the value of a woman and the importance of them being treated with respect, not being taken advantage of due to the vulnerability. Islam also conveys the rights of women, supporting them in seeking counselling in a time of need..
I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in the counselling field. I have specialised in marriage counselling, family therapy, anxiety and depression and teenage counselling. I have also had a lot of experience with issues arising within families in the Islamic community. I have chosen to focus on women’s mindfulness, specifically because Islam emphasises the value of a woman and the importance of them being treated with respect, not being taken advantage of due to the vulnerability. Islam also conveys the rights of women, supporting them in seeking counselling in a time of need..
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“Thank you for reaching out and taking the first, and hardest step towards a better life. I’m glad you’re here. No matter where you are in life, how bad you think things are or that there is no light at the end of the tunnel, i look forward to guiding you to a healthier and happier life. I look forward to getting to know you as an individual and to know the details that make you unique; the little parts of you that others just don’t seem to understand. Help and hope work great together, and i look forward to being able to do the same with you!”
“Thank you for reaching out and taking the first, and hardest step towards a better life. I’m glad you’re here. No matter where you are in life, how bad you think things are or that there is no light at the end of the tunnel, i look forward to guiding you to a healthier and happier life. I look forward to getting to know you as an individual and to know the details that make you unique; the little parts of you that others just don’t seem to understand. Help and hope work great together, and i look forward to being able to do the same with you!”
More Therapists Nearby
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I am a warm and friendly child and family therapist and have worked with children and adolescents overcome a range of emotional, psychological, behavioural difficulties.
All children want to feel understood, accepted and loved, but sometimes the opposite is experienced in day to day relationships with their parents, siblings, and at school. These feelings can be overwhelmingly frustrating, confusing and stressful for you and your child. You have tried so many ways to help your child and worry about your family's emotional and mental well-being. I can help you and your child gain insight, break through the negative experiences and restore hope. Through our work together, you will feel more supported and your child will improve their self esteem.
I am a warm and friendly child and family therapist and have worked with children and adolescents overcome a range of emotional, psychological, behavioural difficulties.
All children want to feel understood, accepted and loved, but sometimes the opposite is experienced in day to day relationships with their parents, siblings, and at school. These feelings can be overwhelmingly frustrating, confusing and stressful for you and your child. You have tried so many ways to help your child and worry about your family's emotional and mental well-being. I can help you and your child gain insight, break through the negative experiences and restore hope. Through our work together, you will feel more supported and your child will improve their self esteem.
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I am a skilled and grounded counsellor of many years’ experience and registered as a clinical counsellor with PACFA, I have extensive experience with supporting children, young adolescents, and adults across a wide range of mental health concerns including anxiety and mood disorders, depression, relationship difficulties, family difficulties, behavioural disorders, grief and loss and work/life stress.
I am a skilled and grounded counsellor of many years’ experience and registered as a clinical counsellor with PACFA, I have extensive experience with supporting children, young adolescents, and adults across a wide range of mental health concerns including anxiety and mood disorders, depression, relationship difficulties, family difficulties, behavioural disorders, grief and loss and work/life stress.
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Life Strategist
Psychologist, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Verified Verified
Bankstown, NSW 2200
Shiraz works with Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couple & Families and Veteran community. Applies specialist skills in working with parents and children on the attachment dyad employing Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). Shiraz was part of the first Australian cohort trained in PCIT in 2011. He travelled internationally on a scholarship to train in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, PCIT and Mindfulness to address anxiety, depression, adjustment issues and trauma. Shiraz also utilizes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Shiraz works with Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couple & Families and Veteran community. Applies specialist skills in working with parents and children on the attachment dyad employing Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). Shiraz was part of the first Australian cohort trained in PCIT in 2011. He travelled internationally on a scholarship to train in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, PCIT and Mindfulness to address anxiety, depression, adjustment issues and trauma. Shiraz also utilizes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
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Clinical Psychologist Robby Taouk
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Strathfield, NSW 2135
She has extensive experience in treating Anxiety in both Adults and children.
Robby is a Clinical Psychologist with many years of experience in both community mental health and private practice. Her areas of expertise and interest are anxiety, depression, trauma, pain management and relationships. She is an eclectic therapist and draws on a number of therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, Positive Psychology and Mindfulness based strategies. She believes the biggest vehicle for change is the therapeutic relationship and works on creating a connection and safety to work on therapeutic goals.
She has extensive experience in treating Anxiety in both Adults and children.
Robby is a Clinical Psychologist with many years of experience in both community mental health and private practice. Her areas of expertise and interest are anxiety, depression, trauma, pain management and relationships. She is an eclectic therapist and draws on a number of therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, Positive Psychology and Mindfulness based strategies. She believes the biggest vehicle for change is the therapeutic relationship and works on creating a connection and safety to work on therapeutic goals.
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Theodora (Dora) Binasis
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Belmore, NSW 2192
Not accepting new clients
I am a passionate and dedicated Clinical Psychologist specialising in work with children and their families with a demonstrated history of working in private and community mental health settings. I work with and support people with a range of mental health goals including emotion regulation, anxiety, behaviour, tics, trauma, with a special interest in Autism, ADHD, and Selective Mutism. I am particularly passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals in an affirming manner. I hope to educate families and the wider community about Neurodivergence not being a disorder but rather a unique way of experiencing one's world.
I am a passionate and dedicated Clinical Psychologist specialising in work with children and their families with a demonstrated history of working in private and community mental health settings. I work with and support people with a range of mental health goals including emotion regulation, anxiety, behaviour, tics, trauma, with a special interest in Autism, ADHD, and Selective Mutism. I am particularly passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals in an affirming manner. I hope to educate families and the wider community about Neurodivergence not being a disorder but rather a unique way of experiencing one's world.
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I have worked with children, adolescents and families for over 10 years across parenting residential care, child protection, outreach and education settings. In private practice, I work with various neurotypes and mental health presentations including anxiety, depression, OCD, and emotion dysregulation. I support neurodivergent (Autism and ADHD) children and adolescents to feel empowered in their neurotype and enhance awareness of their individual social, emotional and communication preference.
I have worked with children, adolescents and families for over 10 years across parenting residential care, child protection, outreach and education settings. In private practice, I work with various neurotypes and mental health presentations including anxiety, depression, OCD, and emotion dysregulation. I support neurodivergent (Autism and ADHD) children and adolescents to feel empowered in their neurotype and enhance awareness of their individual social, emotional and communication preference.
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Agnes Youn Ji Ryu
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Strathfield South, NSW 2136
I am a Clinical Psychologist working Mondays and Fridays, who is passionate in creating a welcoming and non-judgmental space. I see people of all ages and backgrounds. My interests lie in trauma-informed therapy and focusing on how childhood experiences may have shaped my clients into who they are today. Each person holds their own story and their treatment should reflect that. I also welcome those with neurodivergent concerns (Autism and ADHD) and accept NDIS clients. If you are motivated to improve your mental wellbeing, I am ready to help and guide you on your journey.
I am a Clinical Psychologist working Mondays and Fridays, who is passionate in creating a welcoming and non-judgmental space. I see people of all ages and backgrounds. My interests lie in trauma-informed therapy and focusing on how childhood experiences may have shaped my clients into who they are today. Each person holds their own story and their treatment should reflect that. I also welcome those with neurodivergent concerns (Autism and ADHD) and accept NDIS clients. If you are motivated to improve your mental wellbeing, I am ready to help and guide you on your journey.
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I currently specialise in diagnostic, behavioural, cognitive, neurological and academic assessments and support thereafter. I have a keen interest in Autism and ADHD, specifically in woman and girls, and in helping adults explore this later in life. I conduct assessments in person and online, from a neurodiversity affirming framework, and currently focus on the following: Autism; Global Developmental Delay, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; Specific Learning Disorders; Anxiety etc.
I currently specialise in diagnostic, behavioural, cognitive, neurological and academic assessments and support thereafter. I have a keen interest in Autism and ADHD, specifically in woman and girls, and in helping adults explore this later in life. I conduct assessments in person and online, from a neurodiversity affirming framework, and currently focus on the following: Autism; Global Developmental Delay, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; Specific Learning Disorders; Anxiety etc.
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Michelle’s professional skills and life experience allows her to be approachable, knowledgeable and understanding with her clients. With extensive experience across a broad range of concerns and diverse backgrounds, Michelle provides her clients a safe open space to explore challenges, supporting clients to investigate possible areas where understanding and adjustment can bring about positive growth and greater wellbeing.
Michelle’s professional skills and life experience allows her to be approachable, knowledgeable and understanding with her clients. With extensive experience across a broad range of concerns and diverse backgrounds, Michelle provides her clients a safe open space to explore challenges, supporting clients to investigate possible areas where understanding and adjustment can bring about positive growth and greater wellbeing.
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We can all experience struggles at some point in life, which can leave us feeling overwhelmed and it can feel hard to reach out. I support individuals of various cultural backgrounds with life issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict, trauma and life changes. Sometimes external stress and the pressure we put on ourselves can wear us down, affect our mood, wellbeing and relationships. Counselling can build us back up again. Life is too short to let anxiety, anger and past traumas control us. Together we can restore balance, find relief and create a shift towards a life you want to live on your terms.
We can all experience struggles at some point in life, which can leave us feeling overwhelmed and it can feel hard to reach out. I support individuals of various cultural backgrounds with life issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict, trauma and life changes. Sometimes external stress and the pressure we put on ourselves can wear us down, affect our mood, wellbeing and relationships. Counselling can build us back up again. Life is too short to let anxiety, anger and past traumas control us. Together we can restore balance, find relief and create a shift towards a life you want to live on your terms.
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If you are feeling overwhelmed, tired, hopeless or lacking joy; like your emotions are uncontrollable or that they do not match with reality; that your worry is getting out of hand or that there is no longer any point, then it might be a good time to seek some support. We are social creatures, and despite what our modern society might have us believe, we all need human connection to function. Seeking support is a huge sign of strength – the strength to actually reach out and let someone in, in order to start the healing process. If you can relate to this or if you have set yourself a personal development goal please reach out.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, tired, hopeless or lacking joy; like your emotions are uncontrollable or that they do not match with reality; that your worry is getting out of hand or that there is no longer any point, then it might be a good time to seek some support. We are social creatures, and despite what our modern society might have us believe, we all need human connection to function. Seeking support is a huge sign of strength – the strength to actually reach out and let someone in, in order to start the healing process. If you can relate to this or if you have set yourself a personal development goal please reach out.
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Thanks for stopping by. I'm a warm and welcoming therapist and I help people with relationships and life transitions. This includes managing societal pressures (e.g. around family planning), infertility, parenting and navigating toxic family relationships. My goal is to help you gain a better understanding of yourself, to build up your internal resources (your ways of coping) and to feel more empowered navigating boundaries and decision making. I’m passionate about making counselling a safe space where you can simply be yourself.
Thanks for stopping by. I'm a warm and welcoming therapist and I help people with relationships and life transitions. This includes managing societal pressures (e.g. around family planning), infertility, parenting and navigating toxic family relationships. My goal is to help you gain a better understanding of yourself, to build up your internal resources (your ways of coping) and to feel more empowered navigating boundaries and decision making. I’m passionate about making counselling a safe space where you can simply be yourself.
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Kate Mikhailouskaya
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Strathfield, NSW 2135
Waitlist for new clients
If you are haunted by traumatic past or challenged by present life circumstances, I invite you to take an active step towards clarity, self-understanding and change. Whether it is about making sense of childhood experiences or improving current relationships with self and others, psychoanalytic and existential approach with a close focus on childhood experiences provides a solid way forward. With more than ten years of experience in psychoanalytic practice, I offer individual therapy, training and supervision in the area of complex or single incident trauma.
If you are haunted by traumatic past or challenged by present life circumstances, I invite you to take an active step towards clarity, self-understanding and change. Whether it is about making sense of childhood experiences or improving current relationships with self and others, psychoanalytic and existential approach with a close focus on childhood experiences provides a solid way forward. With more than ten years of experience in psychoanalytic practice, I offer individual therapy, training and supervision in the area of complex or single incident trauma.
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Michele Benson is registered Clinical Psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia. Additionally, Michele holds a Bachelor of Nursing and Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy. While she no longer maintains registration as an RN, Michele has accrued over 20 years of experience working as a mental health nurse, counsellor, and psychologist in a broad range of public and private mental health and hospital settings.
Michele Benson is registered Clinical Psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia. Additionally, Michele holds a Bachelor of Nursing and Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy. While she no longer maintains registration as an RN, Michele has accrued over 20 years of experience working as a mental health nurse, counsellor, and psychologist in a broad range of public and private mental health and hospital settings.
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At Zora Counselling Service, I am dedicated to providing personalized support tailored to each client's unique journey. Through empathetic listening and evidence-based interventions, I aim to empower clients to discover their strengths, navigate challenges, and cultivate resilience. Together, we will work towards fostering a deeper understanding of their experiences, uncovering their innate abilities, and fostering a sense of empowerment and fulfillment in their lives.
At Zora Counselling Service, I am dedicated to providing personalized support tailored to each client's unique journey. Through empathetic listening and evidence-based interventions, I aim to empower clients to discover their strengths, navigate challenges, and cultivate resilience. Together, we will work towards fostering a deeper understanding of their experiences, uncovering their innate abilities, and fostering a sense of empowerment and fulfillment in their lives.
Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Greenacre, NSW 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, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Greenacre 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.
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, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Greenacre 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.