Child Counselling in Neutral Bay, NSW

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Nicola Mowday
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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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Amy Newsom
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Neutral Bay, NSW 2089
“I am so looking forward to getting to know you as a unique individual, and working together to create the life you wish for. I believe that creating sustainable change is only possible when working with people holistically. I have always cringed at traditional, clinical styles of therapy, so instead I am committed to treating you as a real person and working together to help you live your best life. I love it when people take a proactive approach to their mental health. There isn’t a day that goes by where I don’t appreciate how much of a privilege it is to get to know my clients and work together with them in a meaningful way"
“I am so looking forward to getting to know you as a unique individual, and working together to create the life you wish for. I believe that creating sustainable change is only possible when working with people holistically. I have always cringed at traditional, clinical styles of therapy, so instead I am committed to treating you as a real person and working together to help you live your best life. I love it when people take a proactive approach to their mental health. There isn’t a day that goes by where I don’t appreciate how much of a privilege it is to get to know my clients and work together with them in a meaningful way"
(02) 8355 9708 View (02) 8355 9708
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Suzanne Elizabeth Byrne
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Suzanne has ANZAED accreditation for the treatment of eating disorders and is an qualified Cool Kids and Cool Little Kids practitioner
Suzanne brings years of experience in corporate settings to her work as a psychologist. After a career spent leading, supporting, and training others for success, she has followed her passion for helping clients of all ages to live a rich, full, and meaningful life. Suzanne takes a holistic, strengths-based approach to therapy and enjoys inspiring clients to overcome their challenges and achieve personal goals. In addition to individual and family counselling, Suzanne also provides formal psychometric and educational assessments for specific learning difficulties, dyslexia, and intellectual giftedness.
Suzanne has ANZAED accreditation for the treatment of eating disorders and is an qualified Cool Kids and Cool Little Kids practitioner
Suzanne brings years of experience in corporate settings to her work as a psychologist. After a career spent leading, supporting, and training others for success, she has followed her passion for helping clients of all ages to live a rich, full, and meaningful life. Suzanne takes a holistic, strengths-based approach to therapy and enjoys inspiring clients to overcome their challenges and achieve personal goals. In addition to individual and family counselling, Suzanne also provides formal psychometric and educational assessments for specific learning difficulties, dyslexia, and intellectual giftedness.
(02) 9100 0407 View (02) 9100 0407
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Scott Whiteway
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
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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Adam Horvath
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello, I'm Adam, a Clinical Psychologist in North Sydney. I support professionals, teenagers, families, and couples with their mental health and relationships. My philosophy is that therapy should create significant improvements promptly, and I will help you to reach your goals with a straightforward 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 anxiety, or times 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 support professionals, teenagers, families, and couples with their mental health and relationships. My philosophy is that therapy should create significant improvements promptly, and I will help you to reach your goals with a straightforward 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 anxiety, or times 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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Anica Vuckovic Taione
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I provide a compassionate and nurturing therapeutic space designed to promote emotional well-being, personal growth, and lasting positive change. My approach is centered on helping clients build self-esteem, develop healthy coping strategies, and navigate life’s challenges with greater resilience. With extensive experience in anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, relationship issues, court reports, and psychological disorders, I tailor my work to each person's unique needs. I also have a strong background in supporting neurodiverse clients, providing inclusive and affirming care for all.
I provide a compassionate and nurturing therapeutic space designed to promote emotional well-being, personal growth, and lasting positive change. My approach is centered on helping clients build self-esteem, develop healthy coping strategies, and navigate life’s challenges with greater resilience. With extensive experience in anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, relationship issues, court reports, and psychological disorders, I tailor my work to each person's unique needs. I also have a strong background in supporting neurodiverse clients, providing inclusive and affirming care for all.
(02) 9100 0484 View (02) 9100 0484
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Helm Psychology and Relationship Counselling
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a registered psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience. I provide counselling and psychological therapy to individuals, couples and families. I have experience in Mood Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, PTSD, Trauma, Psychotic Disorders, Anger Management, Relationship Counselling, and Stress Management.
I am a registered psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience. I provide counselling and psychological therapy to individuals, couples and families. I have experience in Mood Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, PTSD, Trauma, Psychotic Disorders, Anger Management, Relationship Counselling, and Stress Management.
(02) 9100 0940 View (02) 9100 0940
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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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Genuine Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
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.
0411 501 012 View 0411 501 012

More Therapists Nearby

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Rochelle Cini
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Parramatta, NSW 2150
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.
(02) 7804 4538 View (02) 7804 4538
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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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Vanessa Allen
Social Worker, AMHSW
Menai, NSW 2234
Vanessa's has worked in government and non-profit sectors, specifically in child protection and out of home care.
Vanessa is a Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Counsellor. ​ Vanessa is known for her empathetic approach and desire to empower clients, so they can make positive changes in line with their values. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. She has worked with people from diverse backgrounds and of all ages. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. Vanessa is also a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and a Certified RO-DBT Practitioner.
Vanessa's has worked in government and non-profit sectors, specifically in child protection and out of home care.
Vanessa is a Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Counsellor. ​ Vanessa is known for her empathetic approach and desire to empower clients, so they can make positive changes in line with their values. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. She has worked with people from diverse backgrounds and of all ages. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. Vanessa is also a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and a Certified RO-DBT Practitioner.
(02) 8074 5994 View (02) 8074 5994
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The Counselling Collective
Counsellor, PACFA
Epping, NSW 2121
Providing a safe place to share, discuss and work through those times where daily life feels difficult, coping with the day to day tasks becomes overwhelming, school, family, relationship issues become too much; bullying, peer pressure, friendship groups, sexting, screen time/gaming issues take over; questions around identity, transitions/transitioning through school, university, work has a sense of hopelessness and helplessness; family life family relationships, managing young children, teenagers, adolescents, young adults, and parenting in general simply becomes too much.
I offer a place and space of acceptance, understanding, confidentiality, safety and support where everyone who comes in can identify and explore their needs, their problems and their goals and find the way to grow and change. I provide a space for each client to be heard, known and to explore how it might look to grow and change.
Providing a safe place to share, discuss and work through those times where daily life feels difficult, coping with the day to day tasks becomes overwhelming, school, family, relationship issues become too much; bullying, peer pressure, friendship groups, sexting, screen time/gaming issues take over; questions around identity, transitions/transitioning through school, university, work has a sense of hopelessness and helplessness; family life family relationships, managing young children, teenagers, adolescents, young adults, and parenting in general simply becomes too much.
I offer a place and space of acceptance, understanding, confidentiality, safety and support where everyone who comes in can identify and explore their needs, their problems and their goals and find the way to grow and change. I provide a space for each client to be heard, known and to explore how it might look to grow and change.
(02) 7804 4067 View (02) 7804 4067
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Grounded Therapy Space
Social Worker, AMHSW
Liverpool, NSW 2170
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.
(02) 8105 6003 View (02) 8105 6003
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Richard Medellin
Psychotherapist, ACA-L1
1 Endorsed
Double Bay, NSW 2028
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.
(02) 9100 0610 View (02) 9100 0610
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Jane Rabie
Social Worker, AASW
1 Endorsed
Petersham, NSW 2049
Often children don’t have words to describe their experiences and feelings and instead reveal them through behaviours which can be misunderstood.
The relationship I develop with your child supports them to feel fully understood and develop communication and strategies to deal with overwhelming emotions. This in turn supports your child’s self esteem, behaviours and relationships with others.
Often children don’t have words to describe their experiences and feelings and instead reveal them through behaviours which can be misunderstood.
The relationship I develop with your child supports them to feel fully understood and develop communication and strategies to deal with overwhelming emotions. This in turn supports your child’s self esteem, behaviours and relationships with others.
(02) 9100 0607 View (02) 9100 0607
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Krutika M
Psychotherapist, MPsych, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000
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.
(02) 9158 6366 View (02) 9158 6366
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Natasha Jassal
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Bella Vista, NSW 2153
I have a deep passion for supporting children and families navigating emotional, behavioural, or developmental concerns in children and adolescents.
I work closely with children and their families funded both privately and NDIS. I have current capacity for therapy and psychological assessments (ADHD, Specific Learning Disorders and Cognitive Assessments).
I have a deep passion for supporting children and families navigating emotional, behavioural, or developmental concerns in children and adolescents.
I work closely with children and their families funded both privately and NDIS. I have current capacity for therapy and psychological assessments (ADHD, Specific Learning Disorders and Cognitive Assessments).
(02) 8609 3652 View (02) 8609 3652
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Clinical Psychology & Counselling Centre
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Edgecliff, NSW 2027
We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments. We treat depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance use issues, relationship difficulties and a wide range of emotional and psychological problems. We can arrange assessments and provide reports for legal and individual purposes. All our psychologists are Medicare approved and registered with private health insurers. Call us to find out more information.
We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments. We treat depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance use issues, relationship difficulties and a wide range of emotional and psychological problems. We can arrange assessments and provide reports for legal and individual purposes. All our psychologists are Medicare approved and registered with private health insurers. Call us to find out more information.
(02) 8069 5406 View (02) 8069 5406
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Pete Lewis Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Are you feeling anxious & afraid, not knowing why? Feeling stressed & overwhelmed? Are you frustrated with relationships, locked in the same unhealthy patterns of relating to others? Do you feel the criticism & disapproval of others? Feeling frustrated & annoyed, shocked at the intense power of your anger & rage? Do you wonder at the point of all of this, asking why am I here? Does the voice inside your head constantly put you down? We understand that life can be difficult. That’s when psychotherapy & counselling can help you manage these difficulties and offer strategies for moving forward.
Are you feeling anxious & afraid, not knowing why? Feeling stressed & overwhelmed? Are you frustrated with relationships, locked in the same unhealthy patterns of relating to others? Do you feel the criticism & disapproval of others? Feeling frustrated & annoyed, shocked at the intense power of your anger & rage? Do you wonder at the point of all of this, asking why am I here? Does the voice inside your head constantly put you down? We understand that life can be difficult. That’s when psychotherapy & counselling can help you manage these difficulties and offer strategies for moving forward.
0418 485 356 View 0418 485 356

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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.