Family Therapy Counselling in Chatswood, NSW
Besides my job, I am the very proud mother of a lovely young woman and I live in the Eastern Suburbs with my family and a slightly mad but gorgeous dog called Indy.
I specialise in treating behavioural and emotional problems such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, in children, adolescents and adults. I believe that working collaboratively and honouring clients' knowledge and experience are keys for change. I also have more than 20 years of experience in cognitive, educational and behavioural assessment of young people and adults.
Besides my job, I am the very proud mother of a lovely young woman and I live in the Eastern Suburbs with my family and a slightly mad but gorgeous dog called Indy.
I specialise in treating behavioural and emotional problems such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, in children, adolescents and adults. I believe that working collaboratively and honouring clients' knowledge and experience are keys for change. I also have more than 20 years of experience in cognitive, educational and behavioural assessment of young people and adults.
Parents might see me for support managing their child's emotions, behaviours or attention difficulties at home and to support better family connections.
I offer a family focused assessment and collaborative treatment planning. I often liaise with schools or preschools or other professionals involved to form a comprehensive plan. I always involve parents in treatment with their young person. Sometimes parent sessions only are indicated, especially for younger children.
Parents might see me for support managing their child's emotions, behaviours or attention difficulties at home and to support better family connections.
I offer a family focused assessment and collaborative treatment planning. I often liaise with schools or preschools or other professionals involved to form a comprehensive plan. I always involve parents in treatment with their young person. Sometimes parent sessions only are indicated, especially for younger children.
My clinical counselling strategies include CBT, ACT, Solution-focused, Mindfulness, Strength-based, Interpersonal psychotherapy, Trauma-informed approach as well as Gottman Method for couple counselling/therapy and systemic family approach.
Hello, I am an registered Medicare provider, highly professional and compassionate bilingual psychotherapist/counsellor (English, Mandarin) and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with more than 10 years of clinical experience. I am also a professionally trained and qualified relationship/marriage counsellor (Dr. John Gottman method of couple counselling level 3 trained).
My clinical counselling strategies include CBT, ACT, Solution-focused, Mindfulness, Strength-based, Interpersonal psychotherapy, Trauma-informed approach as well as Gottman Method for couple counselling/therapy and systemic family approach.
Hello, I am an registered Medicare provider, highly professional and compassionate bilingual psychotherapist/counsellor (English, Mandarin) and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with more than 10 years of clinical experience. I am also a professionally trained and qualified relationship/marriage counsellor (Dr. John Gottman method of couple counselling level 3 trained).
Amber Hamilton is a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Australian Board of Psychology who has assisted people in overcoming difficulties related to anxiety, panic, obsessions/compulsions, depression, grief, trauma, behaviour management and complex family dynamics.
Amber understands that therapy is not one size fits all and is passionate about ensuring that therapy is a collaborative process. She works hard to try and understand each person’s unique situation, develop a personalised formulation, and identify an appropriate approach to therapy. She aims to foster a non-judgmental safe space.
Amber Hamilton is a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Australian Board of Psychology who has assisted people in overcoming difficulties related to anxiety, panic, obsessions/compulsions, depression, grief, trauma, behaviour management and complex family dynamics.
Amber understands that therapy is not one size fits all and is passionate about ensuring that therapy is a collaborative process. She works hard to try and understand each person’s unique situation, develop a personalised formulation, and identify an appropriate approach to therapy. She aims to foster a non-judgmental safe space.
I specialise in supporting clients in all aspects of relationship: family counselling, pre-marriage counselling, couples counselling, and post-relationship counselling.
I use structured questioning techniques to engage with clients to help them clarify and better understand what is troubling them and then working with them to explore options to change what is currently not working for them.
I specialise in supporting clients in all aspects of relationship: family counselling, pre-marriage counselling, couples counselling, and post-relationship counselling.
I use structured questioning techniques to engage with clients to help them clarify and better understand what is troubling them and then working with them to explore options to change what is currently not working for them.
My passion is helping couples grow deep soulful relationships, from premarital through to the different stages of family life.
Are you in constant conflict with your partner? Do you find yourself disconnecting from each other over time? Relationship issues like conflicts are an integral part of a relationship. However, there is a good chance that the toxicity in the relationship has deeply wounded both. The needs of each other are ignored and arguments become less on the important issues as both are too emotionally detached to care anymore.
My passion is helping couples grow deep soulful relationships, from premarital through to the different stages of family life.
Are you in constant conflict with your partner? Do you find yourself disconnecting from each other over time? Relationship issues like conflicts are an integral part of a relationship. However, there is a good chance that the toxicity in the relationship has deeply wounded both. The needs of each other are ignored and arguments become less on the important issues as both are too emotionally detached to care anymore.
I've worked in large NGOs, with multi-disciplinary teams, in small grass roots organisations and in private practice providing therapeutic support to people with complex mental health, trauma, addiction, relationship issues & family conflict.
Want to create the life you want and reach your potential? Could you do with a little help to solve your problems? Need some support to fast track some of your goals? Well that's what I'm all about! I'm an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and I work from a trauma-informed and client-led perspective. I'm kind but direct when needed, and support in a solutions focused manner. I love to laugh, and enjoy helping people work through challenges and achieve their goals. I'm a certified DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) practitioner and run DBT Skills groups or individual DBT sessions in person & online.
I've worked in large NGOs, with multi-disciplinary teams, in small grass roots organisations and in private practice providing therapeutic support to people with complex mental health, trauma, addiction, relationship issues & family conflict.
Want to create the life you want and reach your potential? Could you do with a little help to solve your problems? Need some support to fast track some of your goals? Well that's what I'm all about! I'm an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and I work from a trauma-informed and client-led perspective. I'm kind but direct when needed, and support in a solutions focused manner. I love to laugh, and enjoy helping people work through challenges and achieve their goals. I'm a certified DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) practitioner and run DBT Skills groups or individual DBT sessions in person & online.
These include attachment-based therapies, schema therapy, parts work informed by internal family systems and ego-state therapy, ACT, CBT & somatic therapy.
I am a warm and experienced Clinical Psychologist. I enjoy supporting people navigating complex/developmental trauma, anxiety, depression, stress/burnout, life transitions, relationship difficulties, the mind/body connection, chronic health conditions (e.g., chronic pain, cancer, autoimmune, hormonal conditions), and during the perinatal period (fertility concerns/pregnancy/postpartum).
Individual telehealth sessions and online meditation groups currently available.
These include attachment-based therapies, schema therapy, parts work informed by internal family systems and ego-state therapy, ACT, CBT & somatic therapy.
I am a warm and experienced Clinical Psychologist. I enjoy supporting people navigating complex/developmental trauma, anxiety, depression, stress/burnout, life transitions, relationship difficulties, the mind/body connection, chronic health conditions (e.g., chronic pain, cancer, autoimmune, hormonal conditions), and during the perinatal period (fertility concerns/pregnancy/postpartum).
Individual telehealth sessions and online meditation groups currently available.
Christine provides a warm, gentle, safe and therapeutic environment in which supports you and your family members as you explore your life challenges.
Many clients come to counselling with a hope. This hope is an opportunity for the clients to change, to become someone they want to be. Using client's strengths, counselling can help them find a new direction in their lives. Christine Kim is a registered psychologist with a passion for, and experience in working with adolescents and adults in educational and clinical settings. For over 10 years, Christine has experience working across a range of psychological issues including depression, anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, social anxiety and a range of childhood anxiety disorders), bullying and work-related stress issues.
Christine provides a warm, gentle, safe and therapeutic environment in which supports you and your family members as you explore your life challenges.
Many clients come to counselling with a hope. This hope is an opportunity for the clients to change, to become someone they want to be. Using client's strengths, counselling can help them find a new direction in their lives. Christine Kim is a registered psychologist with a passion for, and experience in working with adolescents and adults in educational and clinical settings. For over 10 years, Christine has experience working across a range of psychological issues including depression, anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, social anxiety and a range of childhood anxiety disorders), bullying and work-related stress issues.
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety or life transitions or trauma related to their relationships or family.
Are you looking for someone who will assist you when life does not go as you expected? Maybe you are looking for some understanding of what is going on, or some counselling tools to help you? Maybe you just need someone to be a listener for you?
当人生不如所愿的时候， 你是否在寻找一个愿意协助你的心理咨询师？或许你在寻求一种对现状的理解，或者一些能够帮助到你的心理咨询方法？或许你只是需要一个愿意倾听你的心理咨询师？
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety or life transitions or trauma related to their relationships or family.
Are you looking for someone who will assist you when life does not go as you expected? Maybe you are looking for some understanding of what is going on, or some counselling tools to help you? Maybe you just need someone to be a listener for you?
当人生不如所愿的时候， 你是否在寻找一个愿意协助你的心理咨询师？或许你在寻求一种对现状的理解，或者一些能够帮助到你的心理咨询方法？或许你只是需要一个愿意倾听你的心理咨询师？
I help with navigating relationship challenges (self, friends, family, colleagues, partners).
Are you ready for change? Do you struggle with relationship patterns - codependency, people-pleasing, communication, boundary issues, and self-esteem challenges? Are you navigating life transitions whilst having emotional regulation difficulties. Your goals include healthier, better relationships, improved communication, stronger boundaries, increased self-awareness, and greater self-esteem. You would love to feel more connected and understood, break free from unhealthy patterns, and create fulfilling relationships. You are ready to invest in yourself for a more authentic life.
I help with navigating relationship challenges (self, friends, family, colleagues, partners).
Are you ready for change? Do you struggle with relationship patterns - codependency, people-pleasing, communication, boundary issues, and self-esteem challenges? Are you navigating life transitions whilst having emotional regulation difficulties. Your goals include healthier, better relationships, improved communication, stronger boundaries, increased self-awareness, and greater self-esteem. You would love to feel more connected and understood, break free from unhealthy patterns, and create fulfilling relationships. You are ready to invest in yourself for a more authentic life.
In addition to individual and family counselling, Suzanne also provides formal psychometric and educational assessments for specific learning difficulties, dyslexia, and intellectual giftedness.
She supports clients of all ages experiencing anxiety, OCD, ADHD, depression, relationship conflict, and low self-esteem. Suzanne integrates Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and motivational techniques in her practice.
In addition to individual and family counselling, Suzanne also provides formal psychometric and educational assessments for specific learning difficulties, dyslexia, and intellectual giftedness.
She supports clients of all ages experiencing anxiety, OCD, ADHD, depression, relationship conflict, and low self-esteem. Suzanne integrates Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and motivational techniques in her practice.
For children specifically, I offer Play Therapy and Family Systems Therapy.
Are you looking for a compassionate and dedicated psychologist to support you or your child's mental health and well-being? My name is Soo, and I work with individuals of all ages, from children to adults, to help them navigate their emotions, build resilience, and thrive. In our sessions you'll find an open and judgement-free space where you can express yourself freely. Whether you're facing anxiety, stress, or other challenges, I'm here to provide the support you need.
For children specifically, I offer Play Therapy and Family Systems Therapy.
Are you looking for a compassionate and dedicated psychologist to support you or your child's mental health and well-being? My name is Soo, and I work with individuals of all ages, from children to adults, to help them navigate their emotions, build resilience, and thrive. In our sessions you'll find an open and judgement-free space where you can express yourself freely. Whether you're facing anxiety, stress, or other challenges, I'm here to provide the support you need.
This includes if you: 1) want to improve how you feel and think; 2) want more out of life; 3) want to be better equipped with dealing with family, partners, friends, colleagues or new people.
I use a combination of coaching and psychology. I draw from my experience with CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Applied Behaviour Analysis, Mindfulness and Self-Determination Theory. But, I’m a strong believer in trusting in you, the client. You’ve got your own strengths, ideas, interests and values that we can tap into to make the changes you want.
This includes if you: 1) want to improve how you feel and think; 2) want more out of life; 3) want to be better equipped with dealing with family, partners, friends, colleagues or new people.
I use a combination of coaching and psychology. I draw from my experience with CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Applied Behaviour Analysis, Mindfulness and Self-Determination Theory. But, I’m a strong believer in trusting in you, the client. You’ve got your own strengths, ideas, interests and values that we can tap into to make the changes you want.
Jennifer is a Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist who provides Individual, Couple & Family Counselling.
Jennifer uses a person-centred trauma-informed approach to therapy, integrative in approach, drawing on modalities that resonate with her clients; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Gottman's Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Jennifer is a Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist who provides Individual, Couple & Family Counselling.
Jennifer uses a person-centred trauma-informed approach to therapy, integrative in approach, drawing on modalities that resonate with her clients; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Gottman's Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness.
I’m a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapist who works from an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens.
My approach is gentle, experiential, and deeply affirming. I bring over two decades of lived experience as a mother of six and a late-diagnosed neurodivergent woman. I offer creative, experiential therapies that make space for what can’t easily be spoken, but still longs to be seen.
I’m a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapist who works from an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens.
My approach is gentle, experiential, and deeply affirming. I bring over two decades of lived experience as a mother of six and a late-diagnosed neurodivergent woman. I offer creative, experiential therapies that make space for what can’t easily be spoken, but still longs to be seen.
I have experience in a range of areas including marriage/relationship, anxiety and stress, trauma, depression, attachment, family of origin issues, parenting, grief & loss, personal growth & development, special need supports and chronic health related concerns
As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, my mission is to meld traditional talk therapy with transformative mindfulness technique by incorporating somatic experiencing trauma healing modality, gong bath meditation, conscious connected breathwork, and animal assisted therapy to help you find hope, clarity, inspiration and empowerment.
I have experience in a range of areas including marriage/relationship, anxiety and stress, trauma, depression, attachment, family of origin issues, parenting, grief & loss, personal growth & development, special need supports and chronic health related concerns
As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, my mission is to meld traditional talk therapy with transformative mindfulness technique by incorporating somatic experiencing trauma healing modality, gong bath meditation, conscious connected breathwork, and animal assisted therapy to help you find hope, clarity, inspiration and empowerment.
What you learn about yourself can then be used to build meaningful and lasting relationships with your friends, family and partners.
If you are struggling and don't know how to get back to your authentic self, you are not alone. From a young age, this authentic self needs to be taken care of. If we grow up without this care, as adults we may feel flat and unmotivated, we may find it difficult to make friends, we may struggle to understand and process our emotions, and we may forget to take care of ourselves because we feel unimportant. I provide a space for you to express the grief and suffering that comes from not receiving such care. Over time, I hope you can learn that you are greater than your suffering.
What you learn about yourself can then be used to build meaningful and lasting relationships with your friends, family and partners.
If you are struggling and don't know how to get back to your authentic self, you are not alone. From a young age, this authentic self needs to be taken care of. If we grow up without this care, as adults we may feel flat and unmotivated, we may find it difficult to make friends, we may struggle to understand and process our emotions, and we may forget to take care of ourselves because we feel unimportant. I provide a space for you to express the grief and suffering that comes from not receiving such care. Over time, I hope you can learn that you are greater than your suffering.
I have experience of working with a wide range of issues including
depression,
anxiety/panic,
difficulties with relationships,
perfectionism,
bereavement/loss,
abuse,
anger issues,
low self-esteem,
feelings of emptiness/meaninglessness,
work-related problems,
difficult family relationships,
fertility, pregnancy and parenthood.
It can be hard trying to cope on your own. Talking to a trained professional helps you make sense of your thoughts and feelings and it means you have somebody on your side while you face difficult times. My approach is psychodynamic, which means I explore with you both your conscious and your unconscious mind in order to facilitate long-lasting change.
I have experience of working with a wide range of issues including
depression,
anxiety/panic,
difficulties with relationships,
perfectionism,
bereavement/loss,
abuse,
anger issues,
low self-esteem,
feelings of emptiness/meaninglessness,
work-related problems,
difficult family relationships,
fertility, pregnancy and parenthood.
It can be hard trying to cope on your own. Talking to a trained professional helps you make sense of your thoughts and feelings and it means you have somebody on your side while you face difficult times. My approach is psychodynamic, which means I explore with you both your conscious and your unconscious mind in order to facilitate long-lasting change.
The therapeutic effect impacts your career life, personal life and family life.
"Feeling stuck?" - This is one of the most common expression for counselling clients. Innerhealth Practice has been helping clients to explore options and exercise solutions in difficult situations. I am passionate about improving health and maintaining harmonious life balance. Life is filled with challenges and joy. If you would like to try a new way of coping, you might prefer working with someone who has been professionally trained in counselling combined with the practical experience. Look no further, make a call today and be in charge of your issue. Nationally Registered & Accredited services by PACFA and ACA.
The therapeutic effect impacts your career life, personal life and family life.
"Feeling stuck?" - This is one of the most common expression for counselling clients. Innerhealth Practice has been helping clients to explore options and exercise solutions in difficult situations. I am passionate about improving health and maintaining harmonious life balance. Life is filled with challenges and joy. If you would like to try a new way of coping, you might prefer working with someone who has been professionally trained in counselling combined with the practical experience. Look no further, make a call today and be in charge of your issue. Nationally Registered & Accredited services by PACFA and ACA.
Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.