Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in Lakemba, NSW
I provide evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, and ACT, plus parenting programs such as Circle of Security and Emotion Coaching.
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.
I provide evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, and ACT, plus parenting programs such as Circle of Security and Emotion Coaching.
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.
I have over 15 years experience as a multi-cultural counsellor. I offer therapy in English, Arabic and French. I support at-risk youth, displaced families, and those facing relationship problems. I work with mood disorders and different types of trauma, created by bullying and domestic violence. I offer a client-centred and multicultural approach in therapy. I emphasise accepting the uniqueness of each individual while also working with the intricate impact of culture on self- awareness, development and overall well-being.
I have over 15 years experience as a multi-cultural counsellor. I offer therapy in English, Arabic and French. I support at-risk youth, displaced families, and those facing relationship problems. I work with mood disorders and different types of trauma, created by bullying and domestic violence. I offer a client-centred and multicultural approach in therapy. I emphasise accepting the uniqueness of each individual while also working with the intricate impact of culture on self- awareness, development and overall well-being.
I am a qualified counsellor and a registered supervisor with the aca for counsellors. I have over 15 years of experience. I have specialised in marriage counselling, family therapy, anxiety, depression and teenage counselling. I have also had a lot of experience with issues arising within families in the Islamic community.
I am a qualified counsellor and a registered supervisor with the aca for counsellors. I have over 15 years of experience. I have specialised in marriage counselling, family therapy, anxiety, depression and teenage counselling. I have also had a lot of experience with issues arising within families in the Islamic community.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts? You're not alone, and help is within reach. I understand that each person's journey is unique, and I'm here to offer a safe, supportive space where we can work together to navigate life's challenges.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts? You're not alone, and help is within reach. I understand that each person's journey is unique, and I'm here to offer a safe, supportive space where we can work together to navigate life's challenges.
I'm Anna, I have Clinical membership with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). I am a “BUPA recognised provider” "Medibank" and an "ahm-approved" Therapist.
I work with all people and provide a safe non-judgemental space for to explore whats going on for you. !
I have worked at Headspace and have been working at Child Development Solutions and Sydney Psychology Centre for years where I facilitate social skills groups for children and young people diagnosed somewhere on the Autism Spectrum and/or ADHD.
I'm Anna, I have Clinical membership with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). I am a “BUPA recognised provider” "Medibank" and an "ahm-approved" Therapist.
I work with all people and provide a safe non-judgemental space for to explore whats going on for you. !
I have worked at Headspace and have been working at Child Development Solutions and Sydney Psychology Centre for years where I facilitate social skills groups for children and young people diagnosed somewhere on the Autism Spectrum and/or ADHD.
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Whether I’m working in my role as a supervisor or as a therapist, I do my utmost to provide a warm, supportive and non-judgmental space, so you can express your story and needs. I am committed to understanding you as a whole person, as we build a path forward. Together, we will discover and address the underlying causes of unhelpful patterns of behaviour, thoughts, and emotions that impact your life and relationships.
I strive to deliver therapy that is collaborative, empowering and practical. Every client is important to me as I believe everyone comes to therapy to not only resolve issues but to enact meaningful change.
Whether I’m working in my role as a supervisor or as a therapist, I do my utmost to provide a warm, supportive and non-judgmental space, so you can express your story and needs. I am committed to understanding you as a whole person, as we build a path forward. Together, we will discover and address the underlying causes of unhelpful patterns of behaviour, thoughts, and emotions that impact your life and relationships.
I strive to deliver therapy that is collaborative, empowering and practical. Every client is important to me as I believe everyone comes to therapy to not only resolve issues but to enact meaningful change.
My areas of focus include trauma, attachment and relationship work, couples counselling, perinatal and parenting counselling.
Clients seek me out when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly struggling, often functioning well on the outside while feeling disconnected, anxious, or uncertain inside. They may be experiencing difficulties in their relationships, navigating parenthood or the perinatal period, recovering from complex or relational trauma, or noticing repeated patterns in how they relate to others that leave them feeling hurt, unseen, or alone. I offer a space where individuals and couples can be deeply heard, and explore their inner world to make sense of their experiences and work on a pathway to the highest quality of life.
My areas of focus include trauma, attachment and relationship work, couples counselling, perinatal and parenting counselling.
Clients seek me out when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly struggling, often functioning well on the outside while feeling disconnected, anxious, or uncertain inside. They may be experiencing difficulties in their relationships, navigating parenthood or the perinatal period, recovering from complex or relational trauma, or noticing repeated patterns in how they relate to others that leave them feeling hurt, unseen, or alone. I offer a space where individuals and couples can be deeply heard, and explore their inner world to make sense of their experiences and work on a pathway to the highest quality of life.
I have experience supporting ADHD, autism, and young people who have experienced trauma or difficult life circumstances as well as practical guidance and reassurance for parents.
I provide practical, online support to help you or your child manage overwhelming feelings and navigate daily challenges with confidence. I specialise in developing everyday tools for anxiety and stress, while providing tailored, neurodiversity-affirming strategies for individuals with ADHD and autism. I also help families manage difficult school transitions
I have experience supporting ADHD, autism, and young people who have experienced trauma or difficult life circumstances as well as practical guidance and reassurance for parents.
I provide practical, online support to help you or your child manage overwhelming feelings and navigate daily challenges with confidence. I specialise in developing everyday tools for anxiety and stress, while providing tailored, neurodiversity-affirming strategies for individuals with ADHD and autism. I also help families manage difficult school transitions
You can expect a deep sense of safety, strengthened parent-child bonding, practical coping skills, and a calmer, more joyful home environment.
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.
You can expect a deep sense of safety, strengthened parent-child bonding, practical coping skills, and a calmer, more joyful home environment.
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.
Yumi is a compassionate and culturally attuned mental health counsellor with a background in Psychology and Counselling. With lived experience in Japan, Indonesia, and Australia, she understands the unique challenges faced by individuals adjusting to life in Australia. Yumi supports adults (25–45) dealing with childhood trauma, poor boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship stress. Her clients often feel stuck between cultural expectations and personal needs. Yumi offers a warm, client-centred space to heal and grow.
Yumi is a compassionate and culturally attuned mental health counsellor with a background in Psychology and Counselling. With lived experience in Japan, Indonesia, and Australia, she understands the unique challenges faced by individuals adjusting to life in Australia. Yumi supports adults (25–45) dealing with childhood trauma, poor boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship stress. Her clients often feel stuck between cultural expectations and personal needs. Yumi offers a warm, client-centred space to heal and grow.
My goal is to reduce the stigma around help seeking. I help people feel heard and validated by addressing issues like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, healing the inner child and attachment wounds, practising effective communication skills, changing careers and more. As a culturally and linguistically diverse therapist, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and difficulties many families face in Australia, I am here to help, guide and support. For your convenience I offer flexible hours (including evening and weekends) over video or phone. My approach is a mix of science and creativity.
My goal is to reduce the stigma around help seeking. I help people feel heard and validated by addressing issues like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, healing the inner child and attachment wounds, practising effective communication skills, changing careers and more. As a culturally and linguistically diverse therapist, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and difficulties many families face in Australia, I am here to help, guide and support. For your convenience I offer flexible hours (including evening and weekends) over video or phone. My approach is a mix of science and creativity.
A particular area of interest is supporting parents, which in turn promotes whole family thriving.
I offer evidence-based, trauma-informed and client-centred clinical psychology services both in person and online.
I draw upon over 10 years experience as a clinical psychologist spanning the public and private sector.
A particular area of interest is supporting parents, which in turn promotes whole family thriving.
I offer evidence-based, trauma-informed and client-centred clinical psychology services both in person and online.
I draw upon over 10 years experience as a clinical psychologist spanning the public and private sector.
Many clients experience increased clarity, calmer responses and more confidence in themselves and their parenting.
You look like you’re coping, but inside you feel overwhelmed, irritable and stretched too thin. You may be raising children far from family support, navigating cultural expectations, relationship strain, or the intensity of strong-willed kids. The constant mental load, the guilt of never doing enough, or the tension that builds after long, exhausting days. You want to feel calmer, less guilty, more connected to yourself and your family, and to stop feeling like you’re failing at your relationship or as a mother.
Many clients experience increased clarity, calmer responses and more confidence in themselves and their parenting.
You look like you’re coping, but inside you feel overwhelmed, irritable and stretched too thin. You may be raising children far from family support, navigating cultural expectations, relationship strain, or the intensity of strong-willed kids. The constant mental load, the guilt of never doing enough, or the tension that builds after long, exhausting days. You want to feel calmer, less guilty, more connected to yourself and your family, and to stop feeling like you’re failing at your relationship or as a mother.
Is being a parent leaving you at your wit's end?
At Mountain Light, Jo provides a safe space to receive compassionate and gentle support, to find light in the darkness and to build inner and external resources. Through mindfulness, tuning into the body and reflecting on what's important to you, Jo can help you find the path forward to build a stronger relationship with yourself and others
Is being a parent leaving you at your wit's end?
At Mountain Light, Jo provides a safe space to receive compassionate and gentle support, to find light in the darkness and to build inner and external resources. Through mindfulness, tuning into the body and reflecting on what's important to you, Jo can help you find the path forward to build a stronger relationship with yourself and others
As a counsellor with over 25 years of experience, I have supported couples, adolescents, families and individuals through all stages of life. My work is rooted in compassion for the pain all humans carry, a curiosity towards the deeper truths beneath the survival stories we learn to tell, and a respect for each person’s inner wisdom to choose the pace of their own growth.
As a counsellor with over 25 years of experience, I have supported couples, adolescents, families and individuals through all stages of life. My work is rooted in compassion for the pain all humans carry, a curiosity towards the deeper truths beneath the survival stories we learn to tell, and a respect for each person’s inner wisdom to choose the pace of their own growth.
Dr Amanda heads up the multi-award winning practice Mindworx Psychology. Passionate about all things mental health, she has a special interest in anxiety, neurodiversity and trauma. Dr Amanda has experience in a broad range of therapies including EMDR, ego states, ACT, CBT and solution focused approaches. The practice accepts clients from age 4 upwards, working with children, teens and adults, with a range of services you can access such as face to face or telehealth sessions, workshops, groups and online courses. Ready for change? We are ready to help.
Dr Amanda heads up the multi-award winning practice Mindworx Psychology. Passionate about all things mental health, she has a special interest in anxiety, neurodiversity and trauma. Dr Amanda has experience in a broad range of therapies including EMDR, ego states, ACT, CBT and solution focused approaches. The practice accepts clients from age 4 upwards, working with children, teens and adults, with a range of services you can access such as face to face or telehealth sessions, workshops, groups and online courses. Ready for change? We are ready to help.
We are currently running Adult and Parent groups but will be adding kids and teens in the future.
We aim to help people at all stages of their ADHD journey and those who care for them. We think there is tremendous power in understanding yourself and your loved ones. We want people to learn to leverage the advantages of ADHD and put strategies in place for the rest. Knowledge is power.
We are currently running Adult and Parent groups but will be adding kids and teens in the future.
We aim to help people at all stages of their ADHD journey and those who care for them. We think there is tremendous power in understanding yourself and your loved ones. We want people to learn to leverage the advantages of ADHD and put strategies in place for the rest. Knowledge is power.
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.
I’m a registered psychologist offering telehealth across Australia for neurodivergent adolescents and adults, and for parents and carers of children with developmental differences or complex/rare health conditions.
I work collaboratively and practically using evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, and REBT that can be adapted to suit neurodivergent ways of thinking, feeling, and processing. Therapy is guided by your goals and circumstances, with a focus on reducing distress and building workable strategies for when life feels uncertain or can’t easily be “fixed”
I’m a registered psychologist offering telehealth across Australia for neurodivergent adolescents and adults, and for parents and carers of children with developmental differences or complex/rare health conditions.
I work collaboratively and practically using evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, and REBT that can be adapted to suit neurodivergent ways of thinking, feeling, and processing. Therapy is guided by your goals and circumstances, with a focus on reducing distress and building workable strategies for when life feels uncertain or can’t easily be “fixed”
I am a Registered Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia and also a member of the Australian Psychology Society. I have a Masters in Psychology in Family Therapy, a Masters in Health Education and also a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Supervision. With 35 years of experience in individual, couple, family, and relationships therapy.
I am a Registered Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia and also a member of the Australian Psychology Society. I have a Masters in Psychology in Family Therapy, a Masters in Health Education and also a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Supervision. With 35 years of experience in individual, couple, family, and relationships therapy.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.