Parenting Counselling in Penshurst, NSW
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 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.
Welcome. My heartfelt intention is to hold a safe and supportive space for women to feel heard, healed and whole. Using mindbody principles of Gestalt Therapy, I offer a personalised, relational and embodied approach to supporting women who may be experiencing a disconnect from themselves, others or their environment - whether it be through symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, overwhelm, sexual assault or chronic health conditions. By healing past traumas, emotions and narratives that are impeding and impacting our lives in the present, the result is lasting change, internal safety and a coming home to oneself.
Welcome. My heartfelt intention is to hold a safe and supportive space for women to feel heard, healed and whole. Using mindbody principles of Gestalt Therapy, I offer a personalised, relational and embodied approach to supporting women who may be experiencing a disconnect from themselves, others or their environment - whether it be through symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, overwhelm, sexual assault or chronic health conditions. By healing past traumas, emotions and narratives that are impeding and impacting our lives in the present, the result is lasting change, internal safety and a coming home to oneself.
As a dedicated and compassionate psychologist, I endeavour to make therapy a supportive and welcoming space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings. I specialise in providing evidence-based therapies for anxiety, depression, adjustment to change, stress, sleep, work challenges and relationship issues. I understand that life can be difficult and stressful at times and my aim is to provide you with practical tools to help you improve your life and achieve your wellbeing goals.
As a dedicated and compassionate psychologist, I endeavour to make therapy a supportive and welcoming space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings. I specialise in providing evidence-based therapies for anxiety, depression, adjustment to change, stress, sleep, work challenges and relationship issues. I understand that life can be difficult and stressful at times and my aim is to provide you with practical tools to help you improve your life and achieve your wellbeing goals.
Through my therapeutic work I have realised that in order to heal and resolve our deep emotional wounds we must focus on the whole picture, our mind, body and our soul. If we want to create lasting transformation, we must switch off the autopilot, our habitual thoughts and behavioural patterns that have been working against us. We must be willing to take the first steps towards discovering who we truly are. Discovering our true authentic self and our worth, is the most empowering experience that we can achieve on our healing journey. In the words of E. Tolle, “You do not become good by trying to be good, but by finding the goodness
Through my therapeutic work I have realised that in order to heal and resolve our deep emotional wounds we must focus on the whole picture, our mind, body and our soul. If we want to create lasting transformation, we must switch off the autopilot, our habitual thoughts and behavioural patterns that have been working against us. We must be willing to take the first steps towards discovering who we truly are. Discovering our true authentic self and our worth, is the most empowering experience that we can achieve on our healing journey. In the words of E. Tolle, “You do not become good by trying to be good, but by finding the goodness
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She has particular interest in perinatal and parenting issues.
Lynda is a psychologist (clinical registrar) at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. She has a warm, non-judgemental therapeutic style, drawing on her life experience and empathetic nature to help clients work towards achieving their therapeutic goals within the framework of evidence-based psychological therapy. Lynda completed her Masters of Clinical Psychology at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). Prior to this Lynda completed her undergraduate psychology studies at Monash University and the Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP), and her undergraduate science degree at the University of Wollongong.
She has particular interest in perinatal and parenting issues.
Lynda is a psychologist (clinical registrar) at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. She has a warm, non-judgemental therapeutic style, drawing on her life experience and empathetic nature to help clients work towards achieving their therapeutic goals within the framework of evidence-based psychological therapy. Lynda completed her Masters of Clinical Psychology at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). Prior to this Lynda completed her undergraduate psychology studies at Monash University and the Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP), and her undergraduate science degree at the University of Wollongong.
Metaxia Toumbelekis
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Bardwell Park, NSW 2207
Welcome to my boutique Clinical Psychology practice. I am a warm, empathic Clinical Psychologist, and a mother of two young children. I have worked in community, public and private hospital settings, with experience working with children, adolescents and adults providing individual, parenting and group-based interventions. I have a particular interest working with adults who have experienced significant stressors or trauma in their life, who are struggling with feelings of anxiety or depression and with individuals who generally would like to gain further insight or coping strategies to deal with life’s challenges.
Welcome to my boutique Clinical Psychology practice. I am a warm, empathic Clinical Psychologist, and a mother of two young children. I have worked in community, public and private hospital settings, with experience working with children, adolescents and adults providing individual, parenting and group-based interventions. I have a particular interest working with adults who have experienced significant stressors or trauma in their life, who are struggling with feelings of anxiety or depression and with individuals who generally would like to gain further insight or coping strategies to deal with life’s challenges.
I have the theoretical knowledge as well as lived experienced to help you gain a new perspective on parenting challenges, learning and other school challenges your child may be facing as well as Perinatal counselling.
Are you a new parent struggling with juggling the demands of your bundle of joy alongside managing household tasks? Are you feeling down when everyone around you is telling you to "enjoy every moment", "they grow up so fast"? Maybe you have older children struggling at school and you're not sure what to do? Do you have children experiencing big feelings and you're not sure how to help them?
I have the theoretical knowledge as well as lived experienced to help you gain a new perspective on parenting challenges, learning and other school challenges your child may be facing as well as Perinatal counselling.
Are you a new parent struggling with juggling the demands of your bundle of joy alongside managing household tasks? Are you feeling down when everyone around you is telling you to "enjoy every moment", "they grow up so fast"? Maybe you have older children struggling at school and you're not sure what to do? Do you have children experiencing big feelings and you're not sure how to help them?
I am a clinical psychologist passionate about supporting people who want to become better and more authentic versions of themselves. In a previous career, I was a corporate lawyer and I am able to draw on this additional experience when relevant. I particularly enjoy working with people in the areas of work/study, relationships, assertiveness, perfectionism, identity, adjustment to big life changes, perinatal mental health issues, parenting and trauma. I also work with young people, focusing on emotional regulation, communication, problem solving, anxiety and mood. I am experienced in working with all ages and many presentations.
I am a clinical psychologist passionate about supporting people who want to become better and more authentic versions of themselves. In a previous career, I was a corporate lawyer and I am able to draw on this additional experience when relevant. I particularly enjoy working with people in the areas of work/study, relationships, assertiveness, perfectionism, identity, adjustment to big life changes, perinatal mental health issues, parenting and trauma. I also work with young people, focusing on emotional regulation, communication, problem solving, anxiety and mood. I am experienced in working with all ages and many presentations.
Life Strategist
Psychologist, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Verified Verified
Peakhurst, NSW 2210
Focus areas: Depression / Anxiety Disorders / Parenting / Substance Use / Learning difficulties / Autism / ADHD / Relationships / Trauma Client Groups : School age / Young & Older Adults / Veterans / Couples / Families / Parent-Child -toddler relationships.
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).
Focus areas: Depression / Anxiety Disorders / Parenting / Substance Use / Learning difficulties / Autism / ADHD / Relationships / Trauma Client Groups : School age / Young & Older Adults / Veterans / Couples / Families / Parent-Child -toddler relationships.
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).
Erin Chan- Individual Couple And Family Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, PACFA
Verified Verified
Hurstville, NSW 2220
I provide treatment for a range of difficulties including (not limited to) relationship, interpersonal, behavioral, parenting issues and adjustment difficulties throughout life.
My approach is straightforward, helping you make sense of your experience, explore on coping mechanisms and restore confidence in your life, with evidence-based well-being tools, to better manage in those difficult situations. My goal is to journey together with you until you can take charge effectively! Sometimes with 1 session! With my guidance, you can grow confidently alongside with life issues without escaping from them nor being affected by them. If you are feeling anxious, depressed, stressed or unsatisfied with your relationship or feeling unhappy/sad/angry frequently, I’m here to help. Book a 15-min intro call to start
I provide treatment for a range of difficulties including (not limited to) relationship, interpersonal, behavioral, parenting issues and adjustment difficulties throughout life.
My approach is straightforward, helping you make sense of your experience, explore on coping mechanisms and restore confidence in your life, with evidence-based well-being tools, to better manage in those difficult situations. My goal is to journey together with you until you can take charge effectively! Sometimes with 1 session! With my guidance, you can grow confidently alongside with life issues without escaping from them nor being affected by them. If you are feeling anxious, depressed, stressed or unsatisfied with your relationship or feeling unhappy/sad/angry frequently, I’m here to help. Book a 15-min intro call to start
Sessions include parent skill building relevant to communication strategies and regulation tools you can use at home.
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.
Sessions include parent skill building relevant to communication strategies and regulation tools you can use at home.
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.
Therefore we offer couples counselling, parenting support as well as individual counselling.
At Mind Connect Health, the aim is to holistically support individuals and their loved ones navigate through a range of complexities. A variety of factors lead us all to having a unique response to stress, and sometimes we need guidance managing our own responses to stress and to better resolve conflicts with others, or even to learn to better connect with those we care about.
Therefore we offer couples counselling, parenting support as well as individual counselling.
At Mind Connect Health, the aim is to holistically support individuals and their loved ones navigate through a range of complexities. A variety of factors lead us all to having a unique response to stress, and sometimes we need guidance managing our own responses to stress and to better resolve conflicts with others, or even to learn to better connect with those we care about.
Sydney Strategic Therapy-Hypnotherapy/Counselling
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Hurstville, NSW 2220
Clinical Hypnotherapy/Counselling/Psychotherapy can help you manage a busy life by facilitating effective strategies that support you. I treat issues with phobia's, addiction, weight loss, sleep, relationship issues, performance, grief, anxiety, stress within a warm, relaxed, non-judgemental environment I will provide guidance to assist you to: Develop new insights into the nature and origins of your current difficulties. Identify & challenge the behaviours, thoughts & beliefs that are creating distress. You will discover new ways of thinking and behaving that enhance well-being and allow you to achieve your full potential.
Clinical Hypnotherapy/Counselling/Psychotherapy can help you manage a busy life by facilitating effective strategies that support you. I treat issues with phobia's, addiction, weight loss, sleep, relationship issues, performance, grief, anxiety, stress within a warm, relaxed, non-judgemental environment I will provide guidance to assist you to: Develop new insights into the nature and origins of your current difficulties. Identify & challenge the behaviours, thoughts & beliefs that are creating distress. You will discover new ways of thinking and behaving that enhance well-being and allow you to achieve your full potential.
Connie Easterbrook Counselling Services
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hurstville, NSW 2220
Experiencing relationship struggles or marriage breakdown. Wanting to refresh, renew or repair your relationship with your partner or loved one. Overwhelmed by grief and sadness. Anxious. Depressed. Stressed. Overwhelmed. Discouraged. Low self-esteem. If you are looking for compassionate care, support, hope for the future and a transformed emotional life - then I may be able to help. I am a warm, relational counsellor who offers experience, wisdom and compassion. I can provide practical skills and strategies to assist alongside empowering you to find your own unique way forward.
Experiencing relationship struggles or marriage breakdown. Wanting to refresh, renew or repair your relationship with your partner or loved one. Overwhelmed by grief and sadness. Anxious. Depressed. Stressed. Overwhelmed. Discouraged. Low self-esteem. If you are looking for compassionate care, support, hope for the future and a transformed emotional life - then I may be able to help. I am a warm, relational counsellor who offers experience, wisdom and compassion. I can provide practical skills and strategies to assist alongside empowering you to find your own unique way forward.
Xuan Tan - Clinical Registrar - People Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Hurstville, NSW 2220
Xuan (pronounced Shen) provides evidence-based and person-centred treatment with adolescents, adults, couples and families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and economic backgrounds. Xuan has multilingual skills and can deliver services in English or in Mandarin 说中文 She aims to provide a warm space where clients could form an in-depth understanding of themselves, to reflect on existing or past experiences, and to learn and grow at a pace that suits them.
Xuan (pronounced Shen) provides evidence-based and person-centred treatment with adolescents, adults, couples and families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and economic backgrounds. Xuan has multilingual skills and can deliver services in English or in Mandarin 说中文 She aims to provide a warm space where clients could form an in-depth understanding of themselves, to reflect on existing or past experiences, and to learn and grow at a pace that suits them.
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. Taking NDIS clients (unregistered provider)
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. Taking NDIS clients (unregistered provider)
Bec Millner Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kogarah, NSW 2217 (Online Only)
Hi, welcome! As a mental health counsellor, I am passionate about supporting my clients to discover the power that comes from their inner strength and build on their resources to live a life closely aligned to their personal values. I would describe myself as empathetic, authentic, compassionate and I am someone who deeply values human connection. I consider myself to have a friendly, approachable nature that makes me easy to talk to. I use techniques from Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy (PCT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
Hi, welcome! As a mental health counsellor, I am passionate about supporting my clients to discover the power that comes from their inner strength and build on their resources to live a life closely aligned to their personal values. I would describe myself as empathetic, authentic, compassionate and I am someone who deeply values human connection. I consider myself to have a friendly, approachable nature that makes me easy to talk to. I use techniques from Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy (PCT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
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.
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..
I have over 20 years working with teens and adults in providing direct care to disabled and able bodied adults as a carer and psychologist. I help people with a wide range of issues: Depression, Anxiety, Substance Use, Loss and Grief, PTSD, Work Cover (SIRA accredited), and Compulsory Third Party.
I have over 20 years working with teens and adults in providing direct care to disabled and able bodied adults as a carer and psychologist. I help people with a wide range of issues: Depression, Anxiety, Substance Use, Loss and Grief, PTSD, Work Cover (SIRA accredited), and Compulsory Third Party.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.