Child Counselling in Crows Nest, NSW

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Naomi Halls
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
In my role as a clinical psychologist I will listen to you, the expert in your own life, to guide us in your treatment goals. Therapy can be short term and specific, or you may wish to have a safe and contemplative space to explore re- occurring themes in your life. You may need to examine and reset patterns of behaviour so your family/relationships can flourish and enjoy wellbeing, or you may be a performing artist or student struggling with performance anxiety, perfectionism and goal setting.
In my role as a clinical psychologist I will listen to you, the expert in your own life, to guide us in your treatment goals. Therapy can be short term and specific, or you may wish to have a safe and contemplative space to explore re- occurring themes in your life. You may need to examine and reset patterns of behaviour so your family/relationships can flourish and enjoy wellbeing, or you may be a performing artist or student struggling with performance anxiety, perfectionism and goal setting.
(02) 9158 6190 View (02) 9158 6190
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Nicola Mowday
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I work with children, teens, and adults to move from overwhelm to calm, combining evidence-based psychology with practical tools that fit real life.
My work blends insight with action to create real progress. Using CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based approaches, I help clients strengthen emotional regulation and self-understanding. I also provide comprehensive ADHD and Autism assessments for children (8+), adolescents, and adults seeking clarity and direction.
I work with children, teens, and adults to move from overwhelm to calm, combining evidence-based psychology with practical tools that fit real life.
My work blends insight with action to create real progress. Using CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based approaches, I help clients strengthen emotional regulation and self-understanding. I also provide comprehensive ADHD and Autism assessments for children (8+), adolescents, and adults seeking clarity and direction.
(02) 9100 0675 View (02) 9100 0675
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Erica Chow
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
You may be a parent who is noticing concerning signs in your child and needing parenting support and therapy for your child.
Erica focuses on the use of trauma-informed therapy and a neurodivergent-affirming perspective to support clients who would like to process and heal from past traumatic events, but have not had success with traditional talk therapy. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), an evidenced-based therapy for trauma processing.
You may be a parent who is noticing concerning signs in your child and needing parenting support and therapy for your child.
Erica focuses on the use of trauma-informed therapy and a neurodivergent-affirming perspective to support clients who would like to process and heal from past traumatic events, but have not had success with traditional talk therapy. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), an evidenced-based therapy for trauma processing.
(02) 9159 3752 View (02) 9159 3752
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A-Okay Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a client-centred, Neuroaffirming therapist who has experience with neurodivergence, children / adolescents, trauma backgrounds (EMDR Level 1) and Worker's Compensation / CTP. I also work with couples using the Gottman methodology (Gottman Level 2).
I am a client-centred, Neuroaffirming therapist who has experience with neurodivergence, children / adolescents, trauma backgrounds (EMDR Level 1) and Worker's Compensation / CTP. I also work with couples using the Gottman methodology (Gottman Level 2).
(02) 8074 5401 View (02) 8074 5401
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Flamelily Connections
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Place-based sessions for families are offered in schools or online to individuals, siblings and parent/ child.
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?
Place-based sessions for families are offered in schools or online to individuals, siblings and parent/ child.
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?
(02) 8105 5747 View (02) 8105 5747
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Noble Psychology
Psychologist, MAPS
Serves Area
Children present with issues unique to childhood.
Noble Psychology is located in North Manly. In working with children, adolescents, and parents, I provide evidence-based treatment and offer a range of assessments. My goal is to provide therapeutic support to help children, adolescents, and parents thrive.
Children present with issues unique to childhood.
Noble Psychology is located in North Manly. In working with children, adolescents, and parents, I provide evidence-based treatment and offer a range of assessments. My goal is to provide therapeutic support to help children, adolescents, and parents thrive.
(02) 8403 1204 View (02) 8403 1204
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Scott Whiteway
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Hello! I help people resolve personal challenges and mental health issues quickly and effectively. With over 20 years experience successfully providing psychological treatment I develop strong collaborative relationships to get results. I will work with you to identify and achieve your best self. No matter what your life situation or challenges are, together we can determine a plan on how to successfully achieve clarity, a positive mindset and resolve your personal challenges.
Hello! I help people resolve personal challenges and mental health issues quickly and effectively. With over 20 years experience successfully providing psychological treatment I develop strong collaborative relationships to get results. I will work with you to identify and achieve your best self. No matter what your life situation or challenges are, together we can determine a plan on how to successfully achieve clarity, a positive mindset and resolve your personal challenges.
(02) 8074 5252 View (02) 8074 5252
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Manal Azzi
Counsellor, PACFA
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I have a particular interest in working with children, adolescent and parents helping them navigating the different challenging paths in life.
Counselling is a transformative journey that involves discovering new understandings, accepting them, and making bold choices. Life can be tough, and we face challenges, fears, and changes that can significantly impact our lives. We may feel overwhelmed, confused, and unproductive, which can affect our physical and mental health.
I have a particular interest in working with children, adolescent and parents helping them navigating the different challenging paths in life.
Counselling is a transformative journey that involves discovering new understandings, accepting them, and making bold choices. Life can be tough, and we face challenges, fears, and changes that can significantly impact our lives. We may feel overwhelmed, confused, and unproductive, which can affect our physical and mental health.
(02) 8000 1097 View (02) 8000 1097
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Genuine Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Whether with a partner, child, or yourself!
I can help with the following: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement Therapies. I specialise in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Stress Management, and Relationship Therapy. I am a Circles of Security Parenting (COSP) facilitator. I can help address the root causes of Domestic Violence.
Whether with a partner, child, or yourself!
I can help with the following: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement Therapies. I specialise in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Stress Management, and Relationship Therapy. I am a Circles of Security Parenting (COSP) facilitator. I can help address the root causes of Domestic Violence.
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Jackson Goding - Find Reason Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
3 Endorsed
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Do you ever struggle with how you see yourself and how you show up in relationships? Is something getting in the way of allowing you to meet your needs and connect with others? There is a road to finding value in yourself and an ability to be in healthy relationships when you take the step to put yourself first, increase your awareness and address your concerns. Find Reason Therapy creates a safe space to help you find the whole unique you with worth, values, and needs, guiding you to connect to stuck emotional pain in order to live a life with purpose and meaning.
Do you ever struggle with how you see yourself and how you show up in relationships? Is something getting in the way of allowing you to meet your needs and connect with others? There is a road to finding value in yourself and an ability to be in healthy relationships when you take the step to put yourself first, increase your awareness and address your concerns. Find Reason Therapy creates a safe space to help you find the whole unique you with worth, values, and needs, guiding you to connect to stuck emotional pain in order to live a life with purpose and meaning.
(02) 9100 0013 View (02) 9100 0013
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Adam Horvath
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello, I'm Adam, a Clinical Psychologist in North Sydney. I assist professionals, teenagers, families, and couples with their mental health and relationships. My philosophy is that therapy should create substantial improvements swiftly, and I will help you to reach your goals with a direct and no-nonsense approach. In our sessions, we will use practical, evidence-based strategies to work through challenges you might face, such as difficulty with managing emotions, feelings of sadness or worry, or moments when you might feel stuck. My practice is about creating a supportive and inclusive environment for everyone.
Hello, I'm Adam, a Clinical Psychologist in North Sydney. I assist professionals, teenagers, families, and couples with their mental health and relationships. My philosophy is that therapy should create substantial improvements swiftly, and I will help you to reach your goals with a direct and no-nonsense approach. In our sessions, we will use practical, evidence-based strategies to work through challenges you might face, such as difficulty with managing emotions, feelings of sadness or worry, or moments when you might feel stuck. My practice is about creating a supportive and inclusive environment for everyone.
(02) 9100 0498 View (02) 9100 0498
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Dr Emma Keaveny Cook
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Emma is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who enjoys working collaboratively with her clients to understand their current experiences and why they are seeking help. Emma is always keen to be guided by you as to how much we need to focus on the present and how much on the path that led you here.
Emma is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who enjoys working collaboratively with her clients to understand their current experiences and why they are seeking help. Emma is always keen to be guided by you as to how much we need to focus on the present and how much on the path that led you here.
(02) 8403 2765 View (02) 8403 2765
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Aarthi Udayakumar
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
Aarthi has experience working with individuals and families experiencing concerns relating to couples, domestic and family violence, trauma, grief and loss, child welfare and wellbeing, as well as depression, anxiety and a variety of other mental health issues.
Her therapeutic approach is evidence-based and includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), as well as Creative and Play therapy.
Aarthi has experience working with individuals and families experiencing concerns relating to couples, domestic and family violence, trauma, grief and loss, child welfare and wellbeing, as well as depression, anxiety and a variety of other mental health issues.
Her therapeutic approach is evidence-based and includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), as well as Creative and Play therapy.
(02) 9100 0497 View (02) 9100 0497
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My Appletree
Psychologist, MA
Serves Area
Be this with your romantic partner, your child, your siblings or parents or even your friends and colleagues.
Our team has years of experience working with couples and individuals with all issues that arise such as communication breakdown, infidelity, sexual health issues, divorce, blended families, life transitions and whatever else life throws at us...
Be this with your romantic partner, your child, your siblings or parents or even your friends and colleagues.
Our team has years of experience working with couples and individuals with all issues that arise such as communication breakdown, infidelity, sexual health issues, divorce, blended families, life transitions and whatever else life throws at us...
(02) 8000 1430 View (02) 8000 1430
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Sanchana Venkatesh
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Serves Area
I have a special interest in working with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, imposter syndrome, depression, adjusting to chronic health illnesses, grief and loss, life transitions (e.g. career, stage of life, migration, relationship breakdown), PTSD, OCD, tics & Tourettes. I am passionate about helping individuals live a life worth living based on their values. Some populations I particularly enjoy working with include people of colour, gifted individuals & creatives. In addition to providing individual therapy, I have a keen interest in cognitive assessments to identify gifted abilities or learning disabilities.
I have a special interest in working with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, imposter syndrome, depression, adjusting to chronic health illnesses, grief and loss, life transitions (e.g. career, stage of life, migration, relationship breakdown), PTSD, OCD, tics & Tourettes. I am passionate about helping individuals live a life worth living based on their values. Some populations I particularly enjoy working with include people of colour, gifted individuals & creatives. In addition to providing individual therapy, I have a keen interest in cognitive assessments to identify gifted abilities or learning disabilities.
(02) 9100 0086 View (02) 9100 0086

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Renewed Hope Counselling Services
Counsellor, PACFA
Edensor Park, NSW 2176
I offer all types of counselling like individual, relationship, marriage, family, adolescent and children.
It upsets me to see so many people struggling to live their day to day lives with the scars and painful wounds that somebody else inflicted on them through no fault of their own. The world is not meant to be this way. People should be free to live their lives without being imprisoned inside of themselves and feeling cheated out of life. The aim of Renewed Hope Counselling is to give you support during the time your life is most difficult. I see infinite value in every single human being and provide an understanding, non-judgmental, caring environment where you feel respected, safe, and able to face and overcome life’s challenges.
I offer all types of counselling like individual, relationship, marriage, family, adolescent and children.
It upsets me to see so many people struggling to live their day to day lives with the scars and painful wounds that somebody else inflicted on them through no fault of their own. The world is not meant to be this way. People should be free to live their lives without being imprisoned inside of themselves and feeling cheated out of life. The aim of Renewed Hope Counselling is to give you support during the time your life is most difficult. I see infinite value in every single human being and provide an understanding, non-judgmental, caring environment where you feel respected, safe, and able to face and overcome life’s challenges.
(02) 9159 6284 View (02) 9159 6284
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Youliana Zaya
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Oran Park, NSW 2570
Over the past 8 years, I have worked with children and adolescents across a range of settings, including schools and private practice. I started Sunflower Therapy to provide a warm, safe and non-judgemental space... a place where young people can open up and know it is okay to not be okay. My goal is to ensure any young person who comes here leaves feeling safe and heard. I have experience working with many different presentations, including low mood, depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD. I would love to work with you to help you achieve your goals!
Over the past 8 years, I have worked with children and adolescents across a range of settings, including schools and private practice. I started Sunflower Therapy to provide a warm, safe and non-judgemental space... a place where young people can open up and know it is okay to not be okay. My goal is to ensure any young person who comes here leaves feeling safe and heard. I have experience working with many different presentations, including low mood, depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD. I would love to work with you to help you achieve your goals!
(02) 4214 8185 View (02) 4214 8185
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Chris Gilbert
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Norwest, NSW 2153
Waitlist for new clients
Enquire via my linked website - I am a clinical psychologist, focusing on child/adolescent treatment (I see adult clients as well), including assessment, treatment and management of behavioural & emotional issues, often involving ADHD, autism and anxiety.
I like to have a team based approach: working with the child/adolescent (the ones who needs help), the parents (the ones motivated to see change) and other professionals/the school (others assisting in change - if desired or necessary).
Enquire via my linked website - I am a clinical psychologist, focusing on child/adolescent treatment (I see adult clients as well), including assessment, treatment and management of behavioural & emotional issues, often involving ADHD, autism and anxiety.
I like to have a team based approach: working with the child/adolescent (the ones who needs help), the parents (the ones motivated to see change) and other professionals/the school (others assisting in change - if desired or necessary).
(02) 8074 5812 View (02) 8074 5812
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Catherine Groome Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
I support adults and children to heal and grow through life's challenges.
I am trained in EMDR and specialise in trauma recovery. The word trauma means 'wound' or hurt. It is not what happens to us, but what happens inside of us as a result of that hurt. Trauma is the invisible force that shapes our lives. It shapes the way we live, the way we love and the way we make sense of the world. It is the root of our deepest wounds.
I support adults and children to heal and grow through life's challenges.
I am trained in EMDR and specialise in trauma recovery. The word trauma means 'wound' or hurt. It is not what happens to us, but what happens inside of us as a result of that hurt. Trauma is the invisible force that shapes our lives. It shapes the way we live, the way we love and the way we make sense of the world. It is the root of our deepest wounds.
(02) 4214 4925 View (02) 4214 4925
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Tara George
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Drummoyne, NSW 2047
Tara is a compassionate psychologist with extensive experience supporting children and adolescents from diverse backgrounds, including the Aboriginal community, those in Out-Of-Home-Care and those with disabilities.
Tara works with children and young people directly, and also collaborates with parents to create effective and supportive strategies for their child. She uses evidence-based therapies such as CBT, TF-CBT, ACT, EMDR, elements of Parent- Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), tailoring her interventions to meet each client’s unique needs.
Tara is a compassionate psychologist with extensive experience supporting children and adolescents from diverse backgrounds, including the Aboriginal community, those in Out-Of-Home-Care and those with disabilities.
Tara works with children and young people directly, and also collaborates with parents to create effective and supportive strategies for their child. She uses evidence-based therapies such as CBT, TF-CBT, ACT, EMDR, elements of Parent- Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), tailoring her interventions to meet each client’s unique needs.
(02) 7256 7070 View (02) 7256 7070

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Child Counsellors

Do I need to attend therapy with my child?

Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.

How long are sessions with child therapists?

Children’s therapy sessions can last 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes. The length of the session may depend on your child’s age and the type of therapy practiced. You can discuss this with therapists you consult and the one you ultimately move forward with.

How do I get a child to agree to seek therapy?

The best approach is to have an open-ended conversation with your child about how they’re doing and what they might be struggling with. When you raise therapy, discuss the concept in an age-appropriate way, for example explaining that a therapist’s job is to help kids handle their hard or uncomfortable feelings. Frame therapy positively, as an opportunity to explore and build emotional skills—it’s an important tool in the toolbox to help kids feel their best.

How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?

A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.