Play Therapy Psychologists and Therapists in Chipping Norton, NSW
Do you have an intellectual or physical disability? Do you find yourself struggling to sleep? Are you struggling with your loved one's challenging behaviours? Do you have panic attacks from nowhere? Do you want to live a fulfilling and emotionally healthy life and enjoy interactions with people around you?
Do you have an intellectual or physical disability? Do you find yourself struggling to sleep? Are you struggling with your loved one's challenging behaviours? Do you have panic attacks from nowhere? Do you want to live a fulfilling and emotionally healthy life and enjoy interactions with people around you?
I’m Olivia, a friendly, caring, and outgoing Registered Counsellor and ACA Approved Supervisor, dedicated to providing a warm and supportive space for clients and supervisees. With extensive experience working with diverse individuals—from children up to older adults—I am passionate about helping people navigate their emotional challenges with confidence and resilience.
My person-centered approach integrates a range of evidence-based therapies, tailored to meet each client’s unique needs and goals. I strive to create a nurturing environment where individuals and families feel safe, heard, and empowered.
I’m Olivia, a friendly, caring, and outgoing Registered Counsellor and ACA Approved Supervisor, dedicated to providing a warm and supportive space for clients and supervisees. With extensive experience working with diverse individuals—from children up to older adults—I am passionate about helping people navigate their emotional challenges with confidence and resilience.
My person-centered approach integrates a range of evidence-based therapies, tailored to meet each client’s unique needs and goals. I strive to create a nurturing environment where individuals and families feel safe, heard, and empowered.
She is well trained in various therapeutic approaches such as CBT, ACT, DBT, Theraplay, Art and Play Therapy, MiCBT, TF-CBT, and FBT.
Do you or a loved one struggle to make others happy while dealing with anxiety? Or experience low self-esteem, overthinking, or procrastinating —you are not alone. Many individuals face similar challenges, like ADHD, difficulties with sleep that lead to irritability, persistent stress that feels unrelenting, depression, trauma or the daunting task of managing intense emotions that can overwhelm even the strongest among us.
Life isn’t a straight path. We're here to walk this journey with you every step of the way, transforming your struggles into courage, strength, and resilience for personal growth and self-improvement.
She is well trained in various therapeutic approaches such as CBT, ACT, DBT, Theraplay, Art and Play Therapy, MiCBT, TF-CBT, and FBT.
Do you or a loved one struggle to make others happy while dealing with anxiety? Or experience low self-esteem, overthinking, or procrastinating —you are not alone. Many individuals face similar challenges, like ADHD, difficulties with sleep that lead to irritability, persistent stress that feels unrelenting, depression, trauma or the daunting task of managing intense emotions that can overwhelm even the strongest among us.
Life isn’t a straight path. We're here to walk this journey with you every step of the way, transforming your struggles into courage, strength, and resilience for personal growth and self-improvement.
• Child & Family Therapy (3-12): Treating anxiety, big emotions, & challenging behaviours using Certified Synergetic Play Therapy, & CBT.
Are you feeling worried, confused, or overwhelmed about your child’s emotional wellbeing, or struggling with the intense transitions of early parenthood? Maybe you've been trying your hardest every day, yet nothing seems to make a lasting difference. As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker holding a Master of Couple and Family Therapy, I provide compassionate, holistic care from conception to age 12 in Liverpool. Backed by over 20 years of experience, I focus on restoring safety and regulation to your family's nervous system so behaviour, confidence, and connection can naturally shift. Medicare rebates available.
• Child & Family Therapy (3-12): Treating anxiety, big emotions, & challenging behaviours using Certified Synergetic Play Therapy, & CBT.
Are you feeling worried, confused, or overwhelmed about your child’s emotional wellbeing, or struggling with the intense transitions of early parenthood? Maybe you've been trying your hardest every day, yet nothing seems to make a lasting difference. As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker holding a Master of Couple and Family Therapy, I provide compassionate, holistic care from conception to age 12 in Liverpool. Backed by over 20 years of experience, I focus on restoring safety and regulation to your family's nervous system so behaviour, confidence, and connection can naturally shift. Medicare rebates available.
It deeply affects me to see people living with wounds caused by trauma, abuse, grief, relationship breakdown, or overwhelming life experiences. Many feel trapped inside patterns of fear, shame, anxiety, or emotional exhaustion that were never theirs to carry. I provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard, respected, and supported as they work toward healing and stability. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds, with particular experience in trauma and domestic violence.
It deeply affects me to see people living with wounds caused by trauma, abuse, grief, relationship breakdown, or overwhelming life experiences. Many feel trapped inside patterns of fear, shame, anxiety, or emotional exhaustion that were never theirs to carry. I provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard, respected, and supported as they work toward healing and stability. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds, with particular experience in trauma and domestic violence.
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I want to work with you. I provide personalised, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs. To ensure flexible and accessible support, we offer home and community visits across West and Southwest Sydney. Services outside of these areas can be provided via telehealth or upon request.
I want to work with you. I provide personalised, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs. To ensure flexible and accessible support, we offer home and community visits across West and Southwest Sydney. Services outside of these areas can be provided via telehealth or upon request.
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.
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.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, seeking clarity, or navigating a challenging life transition? As a compassionate and dedicated psychologist, I am here to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My approach blends evidence-based practices with a deep understanding of each individual's unique journey. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or simply seeking personal growth, we will work together to create meaningful change and help you thrive.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, seeking clarity, or navigating a challenging life transition? As a compassionate and dedicated psychologist, I am here to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My approach blends evidence-based practices with a deep understanding of each individual's unique journey. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or simply seeking personal growth, we will work together to create meaningful change and help you thrive.
I offer adult clients the possibility to work through and resolve all types issues, questions, experiences & situations related to sexuality and relationships. Using CBT and other therapeutic modalities, i treat sexuality issues in individual & relationship context, alongside psychological & medical conditions. I also help clients with concerns around the experience of sexuality, in the context of personal history, life experiences, social environment and health.
I offer adult clients the possibility to work through and resolve all types issues, questions, experiences & situations related to sexuality and relationships. Using CBT and other therapeutic modalities, i treat sexuality issues in individual & relationship context, alongside psychological & medical conditions. I also help clients with concerns around the experience of sexuality, in the context of personal history, life experiences, social environment and health.
I am a qualified counsellor registered with ACA and hold a BA of Creative Arts Psychotherapy from Ikon Institute Australia. The combination of having experience in both counselling and art therapy allows me to reach a diverse clientele. I work in a holistic way, guiding clients towards their strengths. I have experience working with adults who face life challenges and young children and adolescents who have social, emotional and behavioural issues. I facilitate individual counselling and group therapy/art therapy for adolescents who struggle with self identity and the pressures that come with school/family and social settings.
I am a qualified counsellor registered with ACA and hold a BA of Creative Arts Psychotherapy from Ikon Institute Australia. The combination of having experience in both counselling and art therapy allows me to reach a diverse clientele. I work in a holistic way, guiding clients towards their strengths. I have experience working with adults who face life challenges and young children and adolescents who have social, emotional and behavioural issues. I facilitate individual counselling and group therapy/art therapy for adolescents who struggle with self identity and the pressures that come with school/family and social settings.
If you are unsure about how the world sees you, unable to trust, feeling of being never good enough, facing low self-esteem, losing confidence, struggling with personal issues; having anxiety, trauma triggers, feeling stuck, unable to adjust to changes-transitions; having relationship issues, want to improve your mental health do not hesitate to reach out. You can expect professional, non-judgmental, and caring approach that could enable you to deal with personal issues and struggle and help you to reach your goals. I have years of experiences working with individuals, young adults, adults and families with a wide range of issues.
If you are unsure about how the world sees you, unable to trust, feeling of being never good enough, facing low self-esteem, losing confidence, struggling with personal issues; having anxiety, trauma triggers, feeling stuck, unable to adjust to changes-transitions; having relationship issues, want to improve your mental health do not hesitate to reach out. You can expect professional, non-judgmental, and caring approach that could enable you to deal with personal issues and struggle and help you to reach your goals. I have years of experiences working with individuals, young adults, adults and families with a wide range of issues.
I am a registered psychologist with a deep passion for walking alongside individuals and families as they navigate some of life's most challenging and transformative moments. With extensive experience supporting children, adolescents and young adults, I bring both professional expertise and heartfelt care.
I have experience supporting individuals with anxiety, depression and neurodiversity. In addition to a special interest in supporting individuals with eating, feeding or body image concerns.
I am a registered psychologist with a deep passion for walking alongside individuals and families as they navigate some of life's most challenging and transformative moments. With extensive experience supporting children, adolescents and young adults, I bring both professional expertise and heartfelt care.
I have experience supporting individuals with anxiety, depression and neurodiversity. In addition to a special interest in supporting individuals with eating, feeding or body image concerns.
I am a registered psychologist with over 15 years’ experience supporting children, adolescents and adults. I specialise in trauma, attachment difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting and school difficulties. I also have experience and a special interest in working with First Nations families. With additional training in dramatherapy, I integrate creative and talk-based approaches to help clients find ways to express their internal world and make sense of their experiences. As a board approved supervisor I provide supervision to psychologists working with children and adolescents.
I am a registered psychologist with over 15 years’ experience supporting children, adolescents and adults. I specialise in trauma, attachment difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting and school difficulties. I also have experience and a special interest in working with First Nations families. With additional training in dramatherapy, I integrate creative and talk-based approaches to help clients find ways to express their internal world and make sense of their experiences. As a board approved supervisor I provide supervision to psychologists working with children and adolescents.
Treatment approaches include child-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (including the Cool Kids program), emotion regulation strategies using the Zones of Regulation, solution-focused therapy, sandtray therapy, and play therapy.
As an Educational and Developmental psychologist I support children with a range of issues unique to childhood. These can be emotion dysregulation, trouble with sleep, anxious thoughts leading to avoidance or distress, academic difficulties, bullying or peer difficulties at school, and adjustment issues. At times, parents can wonder if their child presents with symptoms indicative of ADHD, ASD or a Specific Learning disorder. In working with parents and children, it is my goal to help lead them to decision making around assessment, treatment and intervention with the view to supporting children to reach their potential.
Treatment approaches include child-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (including the Cool Kids program), emotion regulation strategies using the Zones of Regulation, solution-focused therapy, sandtray therapy, and play therapy.
As an Educational and Developmental psychologist I support children with a range of issues unique to childhood. These can be emotion dysregulation, trouble with sleep, anxious thoughts leading to avoidance or distress, academic difficulties, bullying or peer difficulties at school, and adjustment issues. At times, parents can wonder if their child presents with symptoms indicative of ADHD, ASD or a Specific Learning disorder. In working with parents and children, it is my goal to help lead them to decision making around assessment, treatment and intervention with the view to supporting children to reach their potential.
Kids & Co provides psychological care for children, adolescents and their families. Kids and Co offers psychological assessment and treatments for a wide range of childhood emotional, behavioural and family problems. Kids & Co Psychologists have extensive training and experience in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental health, personal, and family issues. Their experience and expertise in the field of child and family psychology is well recognised by colleagues, media agencies and the wider community.
Kids & Co provides psychological care for children, adolescents and their families. Kids and Co offers psychological assessment and treatments for a wide range of childhood emotional, behavioural and family problems. Kids & Co Psychologists have extensive training and experience in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental health, personal, and family issues. Their experience and expertise in the field of child and family psychology is well recognised by colleagues, media agencies and the wider community.
You may be feeling stuck in patterns that don’t serve you—struggling with relationships, weighed down by anxiety or grief, or carrying past experiences that still hurt in the present. Maybe daily life feels harder than it should, and you just want some space to sort through it all. Deep down, you’re looking for change: more ease, stronger connections, and the ability to move forward without old wounds holding you back.
You may be feeling stuck in patterns that don’t serve you—struggling with relationships, weighed down by anxiety or grief, or carrying past experiences that still hurt in the present. Maybe daily life feels harder than it should, and you just want some space to sort through it all. Deep down, you’re looking for change: more ease, stronger connections, and the ability to move forward without old wounds holding you back.
Using evidence-based approaches, we offer individual and couples therapy, specialised child and adolescent counselling, and play therapy incorporating art, sand tray, and AutPlay techniques.
You might be experiencing anxiety or depression, seeking ways to manage ADHD or autism, or working through trauma and PTSD. Perhaps you're looking to develop a healthier relationship with food and your body, or wanting to strengthen your relationship with your partner. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your child, taking the first step towards change shows courage. At Olivia Hawkins Psychology, we provide compassionate psychological care across all life stages.
Using evidence-based approaches, we offer individual and couples therapy, specialised child and adolescent counselling, and play therapy incorporating art, sand tray, and AutPlay techniques.
You might be experiencing anxiety or depression, seeking ways to manage ADHD or autism, or working through trauma and PTSD. Perhaps you're looking to develop a healthier relationship with food and your body, or wanting to strengthen your relationship with your partner. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your child, taking the first step towards change shows courage. At Olivia Hawkins Psychology, we provide compassionate psychological care across all life stages.
Hi, I'm Samuel (He/They/She/Any) and I'm a non-binary/genderfluid Arts Psychotherapist. In life I have used the creative arts as a way of understanding, listening to and responding to my experiences and inner conflicts. I’m passionate about integrating our inner and outer selves and believe in the value the arts offer in encountering resources and parts of ourselves which aren’t accessed in normal daily life. I offer a gentle, non-judgemental and inclusive therapeutic space for you to reveal yourself as we explore struggles, hopes and what growth and resolution looks like for you at this time.
Hi, I'm Samuel (He/They/She/Any) and I'm a non-binary/genderfluid Arts Psychotherapist. In life I have used the creative arts as a way of understanding, listening to and responding to my experiences and inner conflicts. I’m passionate about integrating our inner and outer selves and believe in the value the arts offer in encountering resources and parts of ourselves which aren’t accessed in normal daily life. I offer a gentle, non-judgemental and inclusive therapeutic space for you to reveal yourself as we explore struggles, hopes and what growth and resolution looks like for you at this time.
I believe that mental health is the foundation for wellbeing. Seeking help is a vital step toward living a balanced and fulfilling life. Through building strong rapport with my clients, fostering a collaborative relationship to support them in achieving their unique goals all in a safe, warm, and non-judgmental environment- Recovery, Healing and Thriving is made possible, overcoming life’s challenges and concerns. Using a person-centred approach, I integrate therapeutic modalities: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, to help you explore, understand and navigate your journey.
I believe that mental health is the foundation for wellbeing. Seeking help is a vital step toward living a balanced and fulfilling life. Through building strong rapport with my clients, fostering a collaborative relationship to support them in achieving their unique goals all in a safe, warm, and non-judgmental environment- Recovery, Healing and Thriving is made possible, overcoming life’s challenges and concerns. Using a person-centred approach, I integrate therapeutic modalities: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, to help you explore, understand and navigate your journey.
As a psychologist, I specialise in working with individuals dealing with ADHD, ASD, anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, and adjustment disorder. I believe that building strong rapport is key to effective therapy, and I strive to create a relaxed, approachable environment where clients feel comfortable. I make it a priority to involve parents and the broader support network in the process, as I believe this collaboration is essential for long-term success. My goal is to provide personalised support that helps clients navigate their challenges while fostering growth and resilience.
As a psychologist, I specialise in working with individuals dealing with ADHD, ASD, anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, and adjustment disorder. I believe that building strong rapport is key to effective therapy, and I strive to create a relaxed, approachable environment where clients feel comfortable. I make it a priority to involve parents and the broader support network in the process, as I believe this collaboration is essential for long-term success. My goal is to provide personalised support that helps clients navigate their challenges while fostering growth and resilience.
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Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behaviour and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behaviour.