Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in Macquarie Park, NSW
I provide parenting guidance on behavioural concerns to improve connections and family relationships.
I am passionate about supporting clients on their wellbeing journey, walking alongside them as we explore their stories, uncover their strengths, and develop meaningful coping strategies. I work to foster self-agency and resilience, empowering individuals to reconnect with their inner resources and move forward with greater confidence and clarity.
I support clients with a wide range of life experiences, including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships and identity difficulties. Together, we create a space where you can regain a sense of control, deepen self-understanding, and move toward a more fulfilling and aligned life.
I provide parenting guidance on behavioural concerns to improve connections and family relationships.
I am passionate about supporting clients on their wellbeing journey, walking alongside them as we explore their stories, uncover their strengths, and develop meaningful coping strategies. I work to foster self-agency and resilience, empowering individuals to reconnect with their inner resources and move forward with greater confidence and clarity.
I support clients with a wide range of life experiences, including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships and identity difficulties. Together, we create a space where you can regain a sense of control, deepen self-understanding, and move toward a more fulfilling and aligned life.
Are you looking for someone to process life's issues with? Perhaps you have experienced trauma, abuse, domestic violence, relationship difficulties, grief, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts or other issues that you keep you stuck. Are you looking for someone who will walk with you on the journey and seek to really understand you? Maybe you are looking for some deeper understanding of what is going on, some goals to aim for, or some tools to help you along the way? Maybe you just need someone to listen?
Are you looking for someone to process life's issues with? Perhaps you have experienced trauma, abuse, domestic violence, relationship difficulties, grief, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts or other issues that you keep you stuck. Are you looking for someone who will walk with you on the journey and seek to really understand you? Maybe you are looking for some deeper understanding of what is going on, some goals to aim for, or some tools to help you along the way? Maybe you just need someone to listen?
I am deeply interested in and committed to helping people who go through challenging issues such as anxiety and depression, relationship problems, parenting, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief and loss and intercultural issues.
I provide empathic and authentic understanding to create a safe place for clients as a culturally informed counsellor. I use integrative approaches such as interpersonal therapy, CBT, person-centred therapy, attachment therapy, systems therapy, and solution-focused therapy based on a deep understanding of the needs of each client.
I am deeply interested in and committed to helping people who go through challenging issues such as anxiety and depression, relationship problems, parenting, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief and loss and intercultural issues.
I provide empathic and authentic understanding to create a safe place for clients as a culturally informed counsellor. I use integrative approaches such as interpersonal therapy, CBT, person-centred therapy, attachment therapy, systems therapy, and solution-focused therapy based on a deep understanding of the needs of each client.
Would it be helpful for you to talk with a counsellor about areas in your life that are distressing or perhaps causing you to get stuck? There may be some patterns that are no longer serving you, or goals you want to build on.
Creative expression, body awareness, mindfulness and self-care approaches that meet each person's needs can be included alongside conversation.
Would it be helpful for you to talk with a counsellor about areas in your life that are distressing or perhaps causing you to get stuck? There may be some patterns that are no longer serving you, or goals you want to build on.
Creative expression, body awareness, mindfulness and self-care approaches that meet each person's needs can be included alongside conversation.
Brenda enjoys working with adults, young people and families in different settings. Her lived experience in supporting people with mental health issues and physical disabilities has contributed to her empathic, non-judgmental and respectful aptitudes. Her passion is to empower and give hope to people who are facing their unique stressful life events, such as life transition, relationship issues, developmental injuries, self-esteem, grief and loss, emotional and spiritual abuse, trauma and anxiety,
Brenda enjoys working with adults, young people and families in different settings. Her lived experience in supporting people with mental health issues and physical disabilities has contributed to her empathic, non-judgmental and respectful aptitudes. Her passion is to empower and give hope to people who are facing their unique stressful life events, such as life transition, relationship issues, developmental injuries, self-esteem, grief and loss, emotional and spiritual abuse, trauma and anxiety,
Dr Salena is a warm and dedicated Clinical and Counselling Psychologist committed to supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, OCD, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and broader emotional wellbeing. She also has extensive expertise in eating disorders and body image concerns.
With more than 20 years of experience across Australia and the UK, Dr Salena brings a depth of clinical knowledge grounded in evidence-based practice. Her therapeutic approach is both insightful and practical, ensuring that each session offers meaningful understanding as well as practical skills for everyday applicability.
Dr Salena is a warm and dedicated Clinical and Counselling Psychologist committed to supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, OCD, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and broader emotional wellbeing. She also has extensive expertise in eating disorders and body image concerns.
With more than 20 years of experience across Australia and the UK, Dr Salena brings a depth of clinical knowledge grounded in evidence-based practice. Her therapeutic approach is both insightful and practical, ensuring that each session offers meaningful understanding as well as practical skills for everyday applicability.
Do you feel like you’re walking on eggshells, waiting for the next argument to ignite? Perhaps the intimacy has faded, leaving you feeling more like "co-managers" than partners. You’re exhausted from the "Groundhog Day" cycles of conflict and wonder if it’s possible to feel truly heard again. You want to rediscover the spark and safety that brought you together.
Do you feel like you’re walking on eggshells, waiting for the next argument to ignite? Perhaps the intimacy has faded, leaving you feeling more like "co-managers" than partners. You’re exhausted from the "Groundhog Day" cycles of conflict and wonder if it’s possible to feel truly heard again. You want to rediscover the spark and safety that brought you together.
Are you in constant conflict with your partner? Do you find yourself disconnecting from each other over time? Relationship issues like conflicts are an integral part of a relationship. However, there is a good chance that the toxicity in the relationship has deeply wounded both. The needs of each other are ignored and arguments become less on the important issues as both are too emotionally detached to care anymore.
Are you in constant conflict with your partner? Do you find yourself disconnecting from each other over time? Relationship issues like conflicts are an integral part of a relationship. However, there is a good chance that the toxicity in the relationship has deeply wounded both. The needs of each other are ignored and arguments become less on the important issues as both are too emotionally detached to care anymore.
Are anxiety, depression, stress, or past traumas weighing you down? Do you long for stronger self-esteem, healthier relationships, and tools to navigate life’s challenges? You don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to help you take back control, break through emotional barriers, and discover lasting peace. Together, we’ll pave the way to a brighter, more fulfilling future.
As a trauma-informed clinical counsellor and body-centered psychotherapist, I combine talk therapy with somatic techniques for a holistic approach.
Are anxiety, depression, stress, or past traumas weighing you down? Do you long for stronger self-esteem, healthier relationships, and tools to navigate life’s challenges? You don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to help you take back control, break through emotional barriers, and discover lasting peace. Together, we’ll pave the way to a brighter, more fulfilling future.
As a trauma-informed clinical counsellor and body-centered psychotherapist, I combine talk therapy with somatic techniques for a holistic approach.
I am the director of Mindstate Consulting offering ADHD Coaching & Counselling and Psychological services for clients of all presentations. Services can be accessed through Medicare & Private Health Insurance for our Psychologists. Sessions both online and& In person.
I specialise in understanding and management of ADHD and other mental health issues. I work to help clients with strategies, tools and insight to build capacity and improve quality of life. I take a working & collaborative approach with clients to help manage issues and achieve goals.
I am the director of Mindstate Consulting offering ADHD Coaching & Counselling and Psychological services for clients of all presentations. Services can be accessed through Medicare & Private Health Insurance for our Psychologists. Sessions both online and& In person.
I specialise in understanding and management of ADHD and other mental health issues. I work to help clients with strategies, tools and insight to build capacity and improve quality of life. I take a working & collaborative approach with clients to help manage issues and achieve goals.
Sport & ADHD Psychology with practical tools for focus, growth and wellbeing.
Whether you are an athlete or an ADHD brain, we help you train your mind like you train your body. We work with you to understand how your brain works, so you can manage emotions, stay focused and shop up at your best -day to day, and on and off the field.
Sport & ADHD Psychology with practical tools for focus, growth and wellbeing.
Whether you are an athlete or an ADHD brain, we help you train your mind like you train your body. We work with you to understand how your brain works, so you can manage emotions, stay focused and shop up at your best -day to day, and on and off the field.
You may look like you’re doing fine on the outside, holding things together at work, fulfilling family expectations, showing up when needed but on the inside, you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or simply not yourself. Maybe you’ve withdrawn from relationships, lost interest in things you used to enjoy, or feel constantly weighed down by worries you can’t switch off. Perhaps you’re exhausted from always trying to meet others’ needs, while struggling to express your own. I work with young people and adults who are silently carrying a lot. Some are dealing with anxiety rooted in overthinking, uncertainty, and self-criticism.
You may look like you’re doing fine on the outside, holding things together at work, fulfilling family expectations, showing up when needed but on the inside, you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or simply not yourself. Maybe you’ve withdrawn from relationships, lost interest in things you used to enjoy, or feel constantly weighed down by worries you can’t switch off. Perhaps you’re exhausted from always trying to meet others’ needs, while struggling to express your own. I work with young people and adults who are silently carrying a lot. Some are dealing with anxiety rooted in overthinking, uncertainty, and self-criticism.
I have experience in a range of areas including marriage/relationship, anxiety and stress, trauma, depression, attachment, family of origin issues, parenting, grief & loss, personal growth & development, special need supports and chronic health related concerns
As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, my mission is to meld traditional talk therapy with transformative mindfulness technique by incorporating somatic experiencing trauma healing modality, gong bath meditation, conscious connected breathwork, and animal assisted therapy to help you find hope, clarity, inspiration and empowerment.
I have experience in a range of areas including marriage/relationship, anxiety and stress, trauma, depression, attachment, family of origin issues, parenting, grief & loss, personal growth & development, special need supports and chronic health related concerns
As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, my mission is to meld traditional talk therapy with transformative mindfulness technique by incorporating somatic experiencing trauma healing modality, gong bath meditation, conscious connected breathwork, and animal assisted therapy to help you find hope, clarity, inspiration and empowerment.
If you’re seeking help to make positive change in your life, our friendly team of psychologists can work with you to uncover, treat and remedy a wide range of concerns. Our aim is to get to the heart of the problem and develop practical solutions that you can apply in real life. We work one on one with adults, teenagers and children, or collectively with couples and families. We use a collection of proven therapies to treat people on an individual level. There is only one of you, so we want to choose an effective strategy that resonates just with you, and helps you take back control of your life.
If you’re seeking help to make positive change in your life, our friendly team of psychologists can work with you to uncover, treat and remedy a wide range of concerns. Our aim is to get to the heart of the problem and develop practical solutions that you can apply in real life. We work one on one with adults, teenagers and children, or collectively with couples and families. We use a collection of proven therapies to treat people on an individual level. There is only one of you, so we want to choose an effective strategy that resonates just with you, and helps you take back control of your life.
I enjoy working with teens 15+ and adults to build meaning and purpose in life and help navigate challenges such as anxiety, OCD, depression, work, study and parenting stress and burnout, PTSD and complex trauma.
I am a genuine and caring therapist with many years of experience. I am trained in evidence based therapies including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, mindfulness based therapy, self compassion and trauma informed therapy. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them move into building thriving and enjoyment in life.
I enjoy working with teens 15+ and adults to build meaning and purpose in life and help navigate challenges such as anxiety, OCD, depression, work, study and parenting stress and burnout, PTSD and complex trauma.
I am a genuine and caring therapist with many years of experience. I am trained in evidence based therapies including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, mindfulness based therapy, self compassion and trauma informed therapy. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them move into building thriving and enjoyment in life.
I am a counsellor, clinical nutritionist, mental health first aid trainer and parent to three teenage boys.
At nearly 50 I know what it's like to both thrive and fail, navigate career changes, raise toddlers through to young adults, lose loved ones, process trauma, deal with self-doubt and a lack of self-love, as well as discover your sense of self.
I am a counsellor, clinical nutritionist, mental health first aid trainer and parent to three teenage boys.
At nearly 50 I know what it's like to both thrive and fail, navigate career changes, raise toddlers through to young adults, lose loved ones, process trauma, deal with self-doubt and a lack of self-love, as well as discover your sense of self.
I provide person-centered, evidence-based psychological treatments and counselling to clients from all walks of life. Clients often request short to medium term interventions to lessen the effects of their psychological trauma or recent and/or old events on their lives. Clients attend sessions with clinical diagnoses or their current experiences of moderate to severe level of symptoms leading to their interest in receiving assessments for formal diagnoses. Specific needs and goals of therapy are usually discussed in the first session during intake assessment. I can also provide sessions in Korean.
I provide person-centered, evidence-based psychological treatments and counselling to clients from all walks of life. Clients often request short to medium term interventions to lessen the effects of their psychological trauma or recent and/or old events on their lives. Clients attend sessions with clinical diagnoses or their current experiences of moderate to severe level of symptoms leading to their interest in receiving assessments for formal diagnoses. Specific needs and goals of therapy are usually discussed in the first session during intake assessment. I can also provide sessions in Korean.
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.
I have expertise in working with people who are experiencing challenges in coping with the stress of everyday life - whether that is in managing difficult relationships, parenting, work-related stress or general burnout and anxiety.
I strive to understand each person deeply and tailor treatment to match with the person’s individual concerns and therapy goals. Each person will always be received with authenticity, open-mindedness, care and understanding.
I have expertise in working with people who are experiencing challenges in coping with the stress of everyday life - whether that is in managing difficult relationships, parenting, work-related stress or general burnout and anxiety.
I strive to understand each person deeply and tailor treatment to match with the person’s individual concerns and therapy goals. Each person will always be received with authenticity, open-mindedness, care and understanding.
Whether navigating conflict, parenting stress, or life transitions, Erin offers calm, structured guidance.
Erin helps couples and individuals navigate anxiety, self-esteem, and relationship challenges. With expertise in neurodiversity, she provides practical, tailored support. Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, she offers culturally responsive care. Trained in Gottman Method (L2), she supports couples to reduce conflict, rebuild trust, and reconnect.
Whether navigating conflict, parenting stress, or life transitions, Erin offers calm, structured guidance.
Erin helps couples and individuals navigate anxiety, self-esteem, and relationship challenges. With expertise in neurodiversity, she provides practical, tailored support. Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, she offers culturally responsive care. Trained in Gottman Method (L2), she supports couples to reduce conflict, rebuild trust, and reconnect.
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- Chatswood
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- Meadowbank
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- Pymble
- Ryde
- West Ryde
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.