Family Psychologists and Therapists in Lidcombe
She has a passion to help clients find their true identity by working through trauma, anxiety, distress, family and relational difficulties.
If you are feeling a sense of lack, like something is missing from your life.. or you feel like you are heading in a direction that has no peace, contact Mel for a confidential chat and together explore a way forward with hope and peace through counselling sessions.
She has a passion to help clients find their true identity by working through trauma, anxiety, distress, family and relational difficulties.
If you are feeling a sense of lack, like something is missing from your life.. or you feel like you are heading in a direction that has no peace, contact Mel for a confidential chat and together explore a way forward with hope and peace through counselling sessions.
Elizabeth has the following registrations and qualifications:
- Victims Services NSW contract counsellor
- Workers Compensation (SIRA) counsellor
- NDIS registered counsellor
- Individual counsellor
- Couple/ family counsellor
- Gambling counsellor
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program) counsellor
Elizabeth is warm and non-judgmental in her practice. Elizabeth has about 15 years of counselling experience and has worked for both NGOs (Non-profit organizations) and governments to learn to treat people with different issues. Elizabeth also works as a clinical supervisor and has a passion to raise the next generation of therapists. Elizabeth is involved in different community boards to raise more awareness on some of the common mental health topics.
Elizabeth has the following registrations and qualifications:
- Victims Services NSW contract counsellor
- Workers Compensation (SIRA) counsellor
- NDIS registered counsellor
- Individual counsellor
- Couple/ family counsellor
- Gambling counsellor
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program) counsellor
Elizabeth is warm and non-judgmental in her practice. Elizabeth has about 15 years of counselling experience and has worked for both NGOs (Non-profit organizations) and governments to learn to treat people with different issues. Elizabeth also works as a clinical supervisor and has a passion to raise the next generation of therapists. Elizabeth is involved in different community boards to raise more awareness on some of the common mental health topics.
I support at-risk youth, displaced families, and those facing relationship problems.
In addition to the wide range of therapeutic techniques I use, I offer Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). I am also an animal lover and believe in integrating animals into therapy, when appropriate, as this type of therapy can provide soothing, healing and comfort for individual clients.
I support at-risk youth, displaced families, and those facing relationship problems.
In addition to the wide range of therapeutic techniques I use, I offer Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). I am also an animal lover and believe in integrating animals into therapy, when appropriate, as this type of therapy can provide soothing, healing and comfort for individual clients.
I enjoy engaging with diverse individuals and families at varied stages of life, providing therapeutic intervention, and working towards positive change.
I provide counselling and support to help with personal reflection, growth and problem solving. I provide coaching to young people and adults to address personal and vocational goals. I provide social workers with professional development opportunities via supervision, reflective practice, and consultation.
I enjoy engaging with diverse individuals and families at varied stages of life, providing therapeutic intervention, and working towards positive change.
I provide counselling and support to help with personal reflection, growth and problem solving. I provide coaching to young people and adults to address personal and vocational goals. I provide social workers with professional development opportunities via supervision, reflective practice, and consultation.
Openmind Counselling boasts a culturally and linguistically diverse team of clinical psychologists, who can provide service in English, Chinese, and Korean. We offer counselling with low cost or bulk billing.
Openmind Counselling boasts a culturally and linguistically diverse team of clinical psychologists, who can provide service in English, Chinese, and Korean. We offer counselling with low cost or bulk billing.
Hi, I'm Caroni
I started as a Rehabilitation Consultant within the Workers Compensation, CTP, and Life Insurance sectors over 12 years ago but always felt drawn to psychology. Now I share what works best and applying evidence-based methods to support recovery and wellbeing....
Hi, I'm Caroni
I started as a Rehabilitation Consultant within the Workers Compensation, CTP, and Life Insurance sectors over 12 years ago but always felt drawn to psychology. Now I share what works best and applying evidence-based methods to support recovery and wellbeing....
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.
I love to work with people who are interested in overcoming life challenges and keen on personal growth, gaining insight and self improvement. My areas of interest and expertise are complex trauma, Depression/Post Natal Depression, Anxiety, Phobias, OCD, Eating Disorders, Addiction, Workplace injury Bullying, Stress, and anger management Interpersonal and relationship difficulties Grief, Trauma/Abuse, Personality Disorders Domestic Violence, Disability, Self-harm Suicidal Ideation
I love to work with people who are interested in overcoming life challenges and keen on personal growth, gaining insight and self improvement. My areas of interest and expertise are complex trauma, Depression/Post Natal Depression, Anxiety, Phobias, OCD, Eating Disorders, Addiction, Workplace injury Bullying, Stress, and anger management Interpersonal and relationship difficulties Grief, Trauma/Abuse, Personality Disorders Domestic Violence, Disability, Self-harm Suicidal Ideation
Life can feel heavy when you’re trying to figure out who you are, balance work pressures, or meet family and cultural expectations.
I support young adults with identity, work, and cultural or family pressures. I also help carers who look after family members with disability and may feel tired or burnt out. I work with support workers and professionals in disability and mental health, and I provide Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) to workplaces to improve staff wellbeing and resilience.
Life can feel heavy when you’re trying to figure out who you are, balance work pressures, or meet family and cultural expectations.
I support young adults with identity, work, and cultural or family pressures. I also help carers who look after family members with disability and may feel tired or burnt out. I work with support workers and professionals in disability and mental health, and I provide Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) to workplaces to improve staff wellbeing and resilience.
My clients are individuals confronting a range of challenges, and my mission is to provide them with personalised support to navigate and overcome these obstacles. Many express diminished confidence in accessing services after previous attempts for help. Whether guiding parents through their child's neurodevelopmental journey or supporting children and adults seeking emotional well-being through intervention and assessments, I am motivated to assist them in overcoming challenges and navigating the right therapeutic path to achieve their goals. My skills lie in addressing diverse psychological issues-
My clients are individuals confronting a range of challenges, and my mission is to provide them with personalised support to navigate and overcome these obstacles. Many express diminished confidence in accessing services after previous attempts for help. Whether guiding parents through their child's neurodevelopmental journey or supporting children and adults seeking emotional well-being through intervention and assessments, I am motivated to assist them in overcoming challenges and navigating the right therapeutic path to achieve their goals. My skills lie in addressing diverse psychological issues-
I can help you better manage your mental health and general wellbeing through life events such as loss, relationship breakdown or separation, career change or welcoming a new family member home.
I can work directly with you, the couple or the whole family including children. I am a Gottman Method trained couples counsellor, and a FFT (Functional Family Therapy) practitioner. I support families of various backgrounds and makeup to create positve change and closer connections.
I can help you better manage your mental health and general wellbeing through life events such as loss, relationship breakdown or separation, career change or welcoming a new family member home.
I can work directly with you, the couple or the whole family including children. I am a Gottman Method trained couples counsellor, and a FFT (Functional Family Therapy) practitioner. I support families of various backgrounds and makeup to create positve change and closer connections.
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I am passionate about supporting thriving, connection and personal growth. Utilizing creative, reflective and trauma informed practices together we work to support positive change in life’s most difficult and complex circumstances. Working in the here and now with what emerges in the therapeutic relationship we discover and uncover new awareness's. Some people don't like being in closed rooms and some enjoy connecting to nature ask me about my walk and talk session for grounding and re-energizing, clearing the mind of rumination, improve circulation, practice deep breathing, relieve body tension, regulate moods and decrease anxiety.
I am passionate about supporting thriving, connection and personal growth. Utilizing creative, reflective and trauma informed practices together we work to support positive change in life’s most difficult and complex circumstances. Working in the here and now with what emerges in the therapeutic relationship we discover and uncover new awareness's. Some people don't like being in closed rooms and some enjoy connecting to nature ask me about my walk and talk session for grounding and re-energizing, clearing the mind of rumination, improve circulation, practice deep breathing, relieve body tension, regulate moods and decrease anxiety.
Are you seeking clarity and lightness during confusing or challenging times? As a transpersonal art therapist, I offer to guide on your unique journey inwards to explore your inner landscape and find empowerment. Transpersonal art therapy combines traditional talk therapy with guided meditation and creative expression, providing a gentle yet profound approach to self-exploration, helping us to process tough emotions and bringing all suppressed and underlying emotions to the surface, that can't be contained with words only, giving us a clear perspective.
Are you seeking clarity and lightness during confusing or challenging times? As a transpersonal art therapist, I offer to guide on your unique journey inwards to explore your inner landscape and find empowerment. Transpersonal art therapy combines traditional talk therapy with guided meditation and creative expression, providing a gentle yet profound approach to self-exploration, helping us to process tough emotions and bringing all suppressed and underlying emotions to the surface, that can't be contained with words only, giving us a clear perspective.
I enjoy working with clients who want to rebuild their sense of self and overcome difficulties of the past or present. My particular interests are supporting adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, relationships concerns and childhood trauma. I also enjoy supporting couples to form stronger emotional bonds. If you want to learn tools and strategies to better manage your concerns or just have a listening ear to make sense of your difficulties, I will ensure you will feel heard and supported. I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship and will always ensure that you receive the best care and support possible.
I enjoy working with clients who want to rebuild their sense of self and overcome difficulties of the past or present. My particular interests are supporting adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, relationships concerns and childhood trauma. I also enjoy supporting couples to form stronger emotional bonds. If you want to learn tools and strategies to better manage your concerns or just have a listening ear to make sense of your difficulties, I will ensure you will feel heard and supported. I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship and will always ensure that you receive the best care and support possible.
Anna Schwarz and her team are committed to supporting individuals and families in achieving optimal health and well-being.
Caring for Families is based in St Leonards, NSW and is able to provide supportive services online, in the home, school and in our office on Christie St, St Leonards. For home visits we can travel throughout the Greater Sydney Area. In home services are particularly useful for families who have a child with disability, mothers and parents who have a young
Anna Schwarz and her team are committed to supporting individuals and families in achieving optimal health and well-being.
Caring for Families is based in St Leonards, NSW and is able to provide supportive services online, in the home, school and in our office on Christie St, St Leonards. For home visits we can travel throughout the Greater Sydney Area. In home services are particularly useful for families who have a child with disability, mothers and parents who have a young
Hi everyone,
With over a decade of dedicated experience, I’m a Registered Psychologist specialising in evidence-based, personalised care across the lifespan—from children aged 5+ and adolescents to adults and couples.
My core clinical interests include: anxiety, depression & stress management, behavioural challenges, autism, ADHD, relationship dynamics.
I integrate a variety of therapeutic modalities to meet each client’s unique needs, including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, and complementary mind–body approaches such as mindfulness, meditation, and yoga. Passionate and client-centred, I’m committed to helping individuals and families.
Hi everyone,
With over a decade of dedicated experience, I’m a Registered Psychologist specialising in evidence-based, personalised care across the lifespan—from children aged 5+ and adolescents to adults and couples.
My core clinical interests include: anxiety, depression & stress management, behavioural challenges, autism, ADHD, relationship dynamics.
I integrate a variety of therapeutic modalities to meet each client’s unique needs, including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, and complementary mind–body approaches such as mindfulness, meditation, and yoga. Passionate and client-centred, I’m committed to helping individuals and families.
I commonly use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Somatic trauma therapies, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment therapies, Exposure Therapy and EMDR.
Julia operates via Telehealth only. Julia is a qualified Clinical Psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor providing online services. She has many years of experience delivering evidence-based therapy to adults with various presenting difficulties. Julia believes in the strength of the therapeutic relationship and collaboration between client and therapist to create tailored support for each client. She brings a personable and authentic approach to supporting clients and aims to help clients make meaningful, long-lasting changes.
I commonly use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Somatic trauma therapies, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment therapies, Exposure Therapy and EMDR.
Julia operates via Telehealth only. Julia is a qualified Clinical Psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor providing online services. She has many years of experience delivering evidence-based therapy to adults with various presenting difficulties. Julia believes in the strength of the therapeutic relationship and collaboration between client and therapist to create tailored support for each client. She brings a personable and authentic approach to supporting clients and aims to help clients make meaningful, long-lasting changes.
Having worked in diverse settings, from public mental health services to private practice, David has extensive experience with adolescents, and families facing complex mental health and relationship challenges.
His expertise in family therapy supports families in distress by rebuilding trust, improving communication, and establishing healthier relationships. He also provides guidance to carers, helping them support loved ones facing physical and mental health issues and end of life care.
Having worked in diverse settings, from public mental health services to private practice, David has extensive experience with adolescents, and families facing complex mental health and relationship challenges.
His expertise in family therapy supports families in distress by rebuilding trust, improving communication, and establishing healthier relationships. He also provides guidance to carers, helping them support loved ones facing physical and mental health issues and end of life care.
At J Fox Counselling, we understand the core values of mental health and the power of lived experiences. As a neurodivergent therapist with ADHD, I offer the skills that have personally transformed my own life, bringing profound joy and meaning to my work and sense of self. Together, we will focus on the areas that matter most to you, guiding you towards a more mindful and intentional life. Let's ask ourselves the right honest questions, empowering you to live for more.
At J Fox Counselling, we understand the core values of mental health and the power of lived experiences. As a neurodivergent therapist with ADHD, I offer the skills that have personally transformed my own life, bringing profound joy and meaning to my work and sense of self. Together, we will focus on the areas that matter most to you, guiding you towards a more mindful and intentional life. Let's ask ourselves the right honest questions, empowering you to live for more.
With a wide knowledge and 20 years clinical experience I use evidence-based therapies personalised to your treatment goals. I work with clients of all ages on all manner of complex concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, troubled relationships, grief, loss & infertility. I provide psychological assessment and diagnostic services to those seeking to understand the nuances of ADHD, ASD, LD (dyslexia) and other developmental difficulties. My specialised training in mind body connection, hypnosis and nutrition complements treatment for those seeking a holistic approach.
With a wide knowledge and 20 years clinical experience I use evidence-based therapies personalised to your treatment goals. I work with clients of all ages on all manner of complex concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, troubled relationships, grief, loss & infertility. I provide psychological assessment and diagnostic services to those seeking to understand the nuances of ADHD, ASD, LD (dyslexia) and other developmental difficulties. My specialised training in mind body connection, hypnosis and nutrition complements treatment for those seeking a holistic approach.
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FAQ - About Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.