Child Counselling in Killara, NSW
I specialise in the treatment of mood & anxiety disorders, PSTD and trauma, self-harm and suicidal ideation, emerging personality disorders, psychotic disorders, identify and self-esteem, restricted eating behaviours, emotion-regulation difficulties, parent- child relational issues and family therapy.
Seeking support takes a tremendous amount of courage and is an important first step in addressing issues that cause distress or unhappiness. I believe that creating a safe, welcoming and accepting space is essential in helping clients make contact with difficult experiences, and in developing a richer understanding of themselves and their emotions. With 20 years of experience working in community and inpatient mental health services, I use a psychodynamic and trauma-informed approach which is client-led and tailored to individual needs. I have capacity to see people short-term or long-term.
I specialise in the treatment of mood & anxiety disorders, PSTD and trauma, self-harm and suicidal ideation, emerging personality disorders, psychotic disorders, identify and self-esteem, restricted eating behaviours, emotion-regulation difficulties, parent- child relational issues and family therapy.
Seeking support takes a tremendous amount of courage and is an important first step in addressing issues that cause distress or unhappiness. I believe that creating a safe, welcoming and accepting space is essential in helping clients make contact with difficult experiences, and in developing a richer understanding of themselves and their emotions. With 20 years of experience working in community and inpatient mental health services, I use a psychodynamic and trauma-informed approach which is client-led and tailored to individual needs. I have capacity to see people short-term or long-term.
Furthermore, I hold extensive experience in the private sector working with children and adolescents with autism, neurodevelopmental disorders or intellectual disabilities in their homes or in my practice.
On a personal note, I’m very family-oriented, lead an active life, and love traveling and playing all sorts of sports (especially basketball). This could be one of the reasons why I enjoy working in multidisciplinary team environments.
Furthermore, I hold extensive experience in the private sector working with children and adolescents with autism, neurodevelopmental disorders or intellectual disabilities in their homes or in my practice.
On a personal note, I’m very family-oriented, lead an active life, and love traveling and playing all sorts of sports (especially basketball). This could be one of the reasons why I enjoy working in multidisciplinary team environments.
For children specifically, I offer Play Therapy and Family Systems Therapy.
Searching for support can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone; I provide a warm, non-judgmental space where we can work together to help you feel like yourself again. My approach integrates evidence-based clinical practice with a genuine, relational warmth, focusing on helping you gain the clarity and psychological tools necessary to foster lasting growth.
For children specifically, I offer Play Therapy and Family Systems Therapy.
Searching for support can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone; I provide a warm, non-judgmental space where we can work together to help you feel like yourself again. My approach integrates evidence-based clinical practice with a genuine, relational warmth, focusing on helping you gain the clarity and psychological tools necessary to foster lasting growth.
I am trained as a clinical psychologist in Hong Kong, with experience in treating depression and anxiety, as well as supporting those who are suffering from relationhship problems, work or study stress, life transitions, grief and loss, insomnia, chronic pain, and issues related to self-image and childhood experiences.
I provide psychological assessments and treatments in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English. Currently, I am based in Sydney and am offering psychological services both in-person and via zoom.
I am trained as a clinical psychologist in Hong Kong, with experience in treating depression and anxiety, as well as supporting those who are suffering from relationhship problems, work or study stress, life transitions, grief and loss, insomnia, chronic pain, and issues related to self-image and childhood experiences.
I provide psychological assessments and treatments in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English. Currently, I am based in Sydney and am offering psychological services both in-person and via zoom.
I specialise in treating behavioural and emotional problems such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, in children, adolescents and adults.
I have a Masters in Clinical Psychology degree from Macquarie University and have worked with children, adolescents and adults for more than 20 years (and I still love my job!). I use ACT, CBT, Schema Therapy, Trauma Focused Treatment and EMDR among other evidence based practices.
I specialise in treating behavioural and emotional problems such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, in children, adolescents and adults.
I have a Masters in Clinical Psychology degree from Macquarie University and have worked with children, adolescents and adults for more than 20 years (and I still love my job!). I use ACT, CBT, Schema Therapy, Trauma Focused Treatment and EMDR among other evidence based practices.
Lily holds a Bachelor’s in Medicine, a Master’s in Theological Studies, a Diploma in Counseling, and a Professional Certificate in Integrative Christian Counseling. She is a DM of CCAA and has experience as a psychiatrist and pastoral counsellor. Fluent in Chinese, Lily specializes in counselling for Christians, spiritual growth; emotional disorders, adolescent emotional disorders, PTSD, interpersonal communication and so on.
Lily 是医学学士，神学研究硕士，拥有专业基督徒心理咨询的整合心理咨询的学位和证书，教会客座讲员，曾在中国北京担任精神科医师，多年管理及教牧辅导经验。澳洲基督徒咨询师协会会员。
Lily的母语是中文，中文服务会有更好的效果。
Lily 擅长领域是基督徒的咨询，属灵生命的长进; 情绪障碍（包括伴有严重精神疾病症状的）、PTSD、青少年情绪障碍，人际关系、人际沟通、亲子关系等。
Lily holds a Bachelor’s in Medicine, a Master’s in Theological Studies, a Diploma in Counseling, and a Professional Certificate in Integrative Christian Counseling. She is a DM of CCAA and has experience as a psychiatrist and pastoral counsellor. Fluent in Chinese, Lily specializes in counselling for Christians, spiritual growth; emotional disorders, adolescent emotional disorders, PTSD, interpersonal communication and so on.
Lily 是医学学士，神学研究硕士，拥有专业基督徒心理咨询的整合心理咨询的学位和证书，教会客座讲员，曾在中国北京担任精神科医师，多年管理及教牧辅导经验。澳洲基督徒咨询师协会会员。
Lily的母语是中文，中文服务会有更好的效果。
Lily 擅长领域是基督徒的咨询，属灵生命的长进; 情绪障碍（包括伴有严重精神疾病症状的）、PTSD、青少年情绪障碍，人际关系、人际沟通、亲子关系等。
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You may be feeling the pressure of school, navigating life with a disability, facing workplace stress, or moving through a difficult life transition. I’m Shell a registered counsellor and psychotherapist with a Graduate Diploma in Counselling. My background in critical workplaces gives me a deep understanding of stress, grief, and resilience. I provide a safe, authentic space where you can be yourself, explore what’s weighing on you, and take steps towards clarity, strength, and a more fulfilling life.
You may be feeling the pressure of school, navigating life with a disability, facing workplace stress, or moving through a difficult life transition. I’m Shell a registered counsellor and psychotherapist with a Graduate Diploma in Counselling. My background in critical workplaces gives me a deep understanding of stress, grief, and resilience. I provide a safe, authentic space where you can be yourself, explore what’s weighing on you, and take steps towards clarity, strength, and a more fulfilling life.
Understanding and responding sensitively to your child’s BIG emotions and behaviours can feel overwhelming and exhausting.
Filial Therapy is a specialised relationship-focused therapeutic program for parents/ caregivers and their children, in which you learn some of the main tools from the play therapist's toolbox. I'll guide you to conduct a special and transformative type of play with your child that will help you grow in confidence in your parenting skills and foster healing.
Understanding and responding sensitively to your child’s BIG emotions and behaviours can feel overwhelming and exhausting.
Filial Therapy is a specialised relationship-focused therapeutic program for parents/ caregivers and their children, in which you learn some of the main tools from the play therapist's toolbox. I'll guide you to conduct a special and transformative type of play with your child that will help you grow in confidence in your parenting skills and foster healing.
Whatever life adversity/situation/issues the young(er) person is muddling through - anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger management, stress, bullying, friendship issues, social anxiety, learning difficulties and building self-confidence, dealing with loss - We are invested in helping the young(er) person navigate through this sensitive stage with a focus on strengthening their overall wellbeing using creativity as a means. We also help adults cope with a range of life issues like coping with stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, divorce or separation, identity and acculturation issues, improving communication.
Whatever life adversity/situation/issues the young(er) person is muddling through - anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger management, stress, bullying, friendship issues, social anxiety, learning difficulties and building self-confidence, dealing with loss - We are invested in helping the young(er) person navigate through this sensitive stage with a focus on strengthening their overall wellbeing using creativity as a means. We also help adults cope with a range of life issues like coping with stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, divorce or separation, identity and acculturation issues, improving communication.
Life can sometimes feel confusing and overwhelming, leaving us unsure of where to go next or what to do. In those moments, the sense of being stuck can be unsettling, making us question everything. Our thoughts, feelings, and actions may feel unclear. Yet, there's a part of us that yearns to grow—a curious part that seeks to learn and evolve through these experiences. This part wants to develop emotional resilience, embrace uncertainty, and foster greater self-awareness. Ultimately, it's the part that strives to become the most authentic and reliable version of ourselves.
Life can sometimes feel confusing and overwhelming, leaving us unsure of where to go next or what to do. In those moments, the sense of being stuck can be unsettling, making us question everything. Our thoughts, feelings, and actions may feel unclear. Yet, there's a part of us that yearns to grow—a curious part that seeks to learn and evolve through these experiences. This part wants to develop emotional resilience, embrace uncertainty, and foster greater self-awareness. Ultimately, it's the part that strives to become the most authentic and reliable version of ourselves.
Trang has over 20+ years of experience providing psychological therapy and counselling to children, adolescents, adults and parents.
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.
Trang has over 20+ years of experience providing psychological therapy and counselling to children, adolescents, adults and parents.
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.
We treat adults, kids and teens.
We offer online and in-person appointments from Bondi Junction. We help with anxiety and all areas of mental health.
We treat adults, kids and teens.
We offer online and in-person appointments from Bondi Junction. We help with anxiety and all areas of mental health.
As the Psychologist behind Empowering Minds Psychology with over 14 years experience working with children, adolescents and their families Ellen Pickering provides a safe, gentle, non-judgemental, empowering and confidential space for families, children and adolescents ensuring that the therapy helps not only the client but also their family.
Ellen also offers assessments for emotional and behavioural concerns and academic and intelligence assessment . She background in working in schools provides an advantage for clients as she can help them navigate the systems to help them access further support at school. Ellen also provides supervision for Provisional and Registered Psychologists.
As the Psychologist behind Empowering Minds Psychology with over 14 years experience working with children, adolescents and their families Ellen Pickering provides a safe, gentle, non-judgemental, empowering and confidential space for families, children and adolescents ensuring that the therapy helps not only the client but also their family.
Ellen also offers assessments for emotional and behavioural concerns and academic and intelligence assessment . She background in working in schools provides an advantage for clients as she can help them navigate the systems to help them access further support at school. Ellen also provides supervision for Provisional and Registered Psychologists.
I work with children, adolescents and adults.
Hi. I’m Colleen Nicholas. I’m an Art Therapist, Sandtray Therapist, Interactive Drawing Therapist and Counsellor. I offer expressive therapies in addition to talk therapy, because sometimes words are not enough. It can be difficult to find words to express what we are thinking, feeling or experiencing. Sometimes we are not aware of the “real issue” that’s causing our distress.
I work with children, adolescents and adults.
Hi. I’m Colleen Nicholas. I’m an Art Therapist, Sandtray Therapist, Interactive Drawing Therapist and Counsellor. I offer expressive therapies in addition to talk therapy, because sometimes words are not enough. It can be difficult to find words to express what we are thinking, feeling or experiencing. Sometimes we are not aware of the “real issue” that’s causing our distress.
I support children, teens, and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, emotion regulation, and family stress.
Welcome! I am a Mental Health Professional offering evidence-based, compassionate online therapy across Australia. I am an approved Victims of Crime counsellor, supporting individuals impacted by trauma and complex life experiences. I help clients build practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, behavioural challenges, and trauma, strengthen emotional regulation, and improve relationships. I provide culturally sensitive, neuro-affirming, inclusive care. Please note, I do not provide court reports or medico-legal documents.
I support children, teens, and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, emotion regulation, and family stress.
Welcome! I am a Mental Health Professional offering evidence-based, compassionate online therapy across Australia. I am an approved Victims of Crime counsellor, supporting individuals impacted by trauma and complex life experiences. I help clients build practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, behavioural challenges, and trauma, strengthen emotional regulation, and improve relationships. I provide culturally sensitive, neuro-affirming, inclusive care. Please note, I do not provide court reports or medico-legal documents.
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).
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).
We are dedicated to empowering individuals facing ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
We also offer guidance for navigating career transitions, managing stress, improving sleep, boosting self-esteem, tackling procrastination, and coping with grief and loss.
Our compassionate therapists partner with clients, applying a warm, nonjudgmental, strengths-focused approach to help them thrive.
We strive to foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels encouraged to seek support and achieve their goals.
We are dedicated to empowering individuals facing ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
We also offer guidance for navigating career transitions, managing stress, improving sleep, boosting self-esteem, tackling procrastination, and coping with grief and loss.
Our compassionate therapists partner with clients, applying a warm, nonjudgmental, strengths-focused approach to help them thrive.
We strive to foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels encouraged to seek support and achieve their goals.
I have a fresh and modern approach to support my clients. Ensuring a safe, balanced & listening environment. My goal is to make all my clients feel understood and put first.
I have a fresh and modern approach to support my clients. Ensuring a safe, balanced & listening environment. My goal is to make all my clients feel understood and put first.
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.
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Child Therapists
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.