Play Therapy Psychologists and Therapists in North Parramatta, NSW
I want to work with you. I provide personalised, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs. To ensure flexible and accessible support, we offer home and community visits across West and Southwest Sydney. Services outside of these areas can be provided via telehealth or upon request.
I want to work with you. I provide personalised, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs. To ensure flexible and accessible support, we offer home and community visits across West and Southwest Sydney. Services outside of these areas can be provided via telehealth or upon request.
Amara is a Clinical Psychologist with a Master in Clinical Psychology and a Master in Educational and Developmental Psychology. She has specialised in both adult and child psychology and has working in various roles in the public and private sector of health. She has extensive experience working with mood disorders (depression), anxiety disorders (including selective mutism, OCD, and hoarding), grief and bereavement, trauma, parenting and behavioural issues, and family relationships. Amara has a collaborative approach with clients by helping to identify factors that may be maintaining issues and setting realistic achievable goals.
Amara is a Clinical Psychologist with a Master in Clinical Psychology and a Master in Educational and Developmental Psychology. She has specialised in both adult and child psychology and has working in various roles in the public and private sector of health. She has extensive experience working with mood disorders (depression), anxiety disorders (including selective mutism, OCD, and hoarding), grief and bereavement, trauma, parenting and behavioural issues, and family relationships. Amara has a collaborative approach with clients by helping to identify factors that may be maintaining issues and setting realistic achievable goals.
Life can look fine on the outside, while feeling overwhelming on the inside.
You may be carrying anxiety, burnout, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, or a quiet sense that you've lost touch with yourself. Perhaps you've spent so long coping that you're no longer sure what feeling okay is supposed to look like.
Together, we'll work to understand what's keeping you stuck, strengthen your emotional resilience, and help you move towards a life that feels more grounded, meaningful and authentic.
Life can look fine on the outside, while feeling overwhelming on the inside.
You may be carrying anxiety, burnout, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, or a quiet sense that you've lost touch with yourself. Perhaps you've spent so long coping that you're no longer sure what feeling okay is supposed to look like.
Together, we'll work to understand what's keeping you stuck, strengthen your emotional resilience, and help you move towards a life that feels more grounded, meaningful and authentic.
At Bridges Counselling, our team of psychologists, social workers, and counsellors brings expertise in mental health, trauma, and relationships.
We provide personalised, compassionate support for adults, children, and couples, including NDIS, WorkCover, CTP, Victims Services, and psychological assessments.
With clinics in both Parramatta and Norwest plus Telehealth options, we make counselling accessible, supportive, and convenient, helping clients feel understood, empowered, and guided toward meaningful, lasting change.
At Bridges Counselling, our team of psychologists, social workers, and counsellors brings expertise in mental health, trauma, and relationships.
We provide personalised, compassionate support for adults, children, and couples, including NDIS, WorkCover, CTP, Victims Services, and psychological assessments.
With clinics in both Parramatta and Norwest plus Telehealth options, we make counselling accessible, supportive, and convenient, helping clients feel understood, empowered, and guided toward meaningful, lasting change.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed, seeking clarity, or navigating a challenging life transition? As a compassionate and dedicated psychologist, I am here to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My approach blends evidence-based practices with a deep understanding of each individual's unique journey. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or simply seeking personal growth, we will work together to create meaningful change and help you thrive.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, seeking clarity, or navigating a challenging life transition? As a compassionate and dedicated psychologist, I am here to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My approach blends evidence-based practices with a deep understanding of each individual's unique journey. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or simply seeking personal growth, we will work together to create meaningful change and help you thrive.
I work with adults, couples and children who are struggling with their mental health and wellbeing. Many struggle with anxiety, people-pleasing, or relationship patterns rooted in childhood. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore your story, understand your patterns, and reconnect with your authentic self.
I work with adults, couples and children who are struggling with their mental health and wellbeing. Many struggle with anxiety, people-pleasing, or relationship patterns rooted in childhood. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore your story, understand your patterns, and reconnect with your authentic self.
I am a registered psychologist with over 18 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families across both clinical and paediatric settings.
I arrived in Australia as a refugee in 1999, and my early experiences shaped my deep understanding of trauma, resilience, and the importance of feeling safe and supported. Early in my career I facilitated childhood trauma paediatric clinics as the only psychologist on board with NSW Area Health for 7 years, working closely with senior paediatricians completing assessments for children, ranging from infants until 16 years of age. Currently I work with children and adults.
I am a registered psychologist with over 18 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families across both clinical and paediatric settings.
I arrived in Australia as a refugee in 1999, and my early experiences shaped my deep understanding of trauma, resilience, and the importance of feeling safe and supported. Early in my career I facilitated childhood trauma paediatric clinics as the only psychologist on board with NSW Area Health for 7 years, working closely with senior paediatricians completing assessments for children, ranging from infants until 16 years of age. Currently I work with children and adults.
I tailor modalities that best suit you eg Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Therapy, Gut-directed hypnotherapy, Prevention therapy (Mindfulness Training, personalised Wellbeing Plan), goal-setting, Psychoeducation, Art/ Play therapy, Self-regulation, motivational training, IPSRT, values-based decision/action.
Across the lifespan my clients are children, youth, adult, senior, family, migrant, employee, carer, people with disability (ADHD, autism, vision-impaired). I support 3 types of needs: 1) Clinical: Anxiety, depression, injury/illness, pain, IBS. I make assessment recommendations too; 2) People facing difficult situations: Stress,exam, job, fussy eater, relationships, separation, coping with loss, suicide, role transition-becoming a parent, teen, marriage, divorce, job promotion, relocation; 3) Enhance performance: Healthy Breathing, Mindfulness training, learn emotional intelligence, cultural intelligence, career counselling.
I tailor modalities that best suit you eg Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Therapy, Gut-directed hypnotherapy, Prevention therapy (Mindfulness Training, personalised Wellbeing Plan), goal-setting, Psychoeducation, Art/ Play therapy, Self-regulation, motivational training, IPSRT, values-based decision/action.
Across the lifespan my clients are children, youth, adult, senior, family, migrant, employee, carer, people with disability (ADHD, autism, vision-impaired). I support 3 types of needs: 1) Clinical: Anxiety, depression, injury/illness, pain, IBS. I make assessment recommendations too; 2) People facing difficult situations: Stress,exam, job, fussy eater, relationships, separation, coping with loss, suicide, role transition-becoming a parent, teen, marriage, divorce, job promotion, relocation; 3) Enhance performance: Healthy Breathing, Mindfulness training, learn emotional intelligence, cultural intelligence, career counselling.
I offer adult clients the possibility to work through and resolve all types issues, questions, experiences & situations related to sexuality and relationships. Using CBT and other therapeutic modalities, i treat sexuality issues in individual & relationship context, alongside psychological & medical conditions. I also help clients with concerns around the experience of sexuality, in the context of personal history, life experiences, social environment and health.
I offer adult clients the possibility to work through and resolve all types issues, questions, experiences & situations related to sexuality and relationships. Using CBT and other therapeutic modalities, i treat sexuality issues in individual & relationship context, alongside psychological & medical conditions. I also help clients with concerns around the experience of sexuality, in the context of personal history, life experiences, social environment and health.
These include CBT, ACT, person-centred therapy, and play therapy.
I am a warm and compassionate psychotherapist / counsellor passionate about supporting people through life’s challenges. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and supported at your own pace. As an integrative counsellor, I tailor therapy using approaches such as CBT, ACT, and play therapy to suit your needs. Originally from Ireland, I’ve worked across Ireland, the UK, and Australia, and understand the challenges of life transitions, including living abroad. I work with children, young people, and adults across a range of issues, and offer a free 15-minute introductory call.
These include CBT, ACT, person-centred therapy, and play therapy.
I am a warm and compassionate psychotherapist / counsellor passionate about supporting people through life’s challenges. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and supported at your own pace. As an integrative counsellor, I tailor therapy using approaches such as CBT, ACT, and play therapy to suit your needs. Originally from Ireland, I’ve worked across Ireland, the UK, and Australia, and understand the challenges of life transitions, including living abroad. I work with children, young people, and adults across a range of issues, and offer a free 15-minute introductory call.
The psychoanalytic approach involves meaning making and exploration, sometimes using play and art.
Maya works with children and young people aged 0-25, and their families, to help with:
Low mood and depression, anxiety and stress, self-esteem, identity and personal development, grief and bereavement, divorce and family conflict, friendships and relationships, transitions, difficulties in learning and distractibility, neurodevelopmental difficulties, autism, trauma, developmental difficulties (eg. feeding, toileting and boundaries), behavioural problems, anger issues, sleeping difficulties, separation anxiety and attachment difficulties, OCD, eating disorders, phobias, impulsivity and addiction.
The psychoanalytic approach involves meaning making and exploration, sometimes using play and art.
Maya works with children and young people aged 0-25, and their families, to help with:
Low mood and depression, anxiety and stress, self-esteem, identity and personal development, grief and bereavement, divorce and family conflict, friendships and relationships, transitions, difficulties in learning and distractibility, neurodevelopmental difficulties, autism, trauma, developmental difficulties (eg. feeding, toileting and boundaries), behavioural problems, anger issues, sleeping difficulties, separation anxiety and attachment difficulties, OCD, eating disorders, phobias, impulsivity and addiction.
Carawan
Psychologist, MPsych, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Wentworth Point, NSW 2127
As a clinical psychologist, I support people during times when things feel heavy, uncertain, or overwhelming. This is your time, to be heard, to grow, and to heal in a way that’s true to you. You might be feeling anxious, adjusting to parenthood, grieving a loss, or navigating past trauma. Maybe you're simply looking for space to breathe and be heard. My clients often seek clarity, relief, and a deeper sense of connection, to themselves, to others, and to their own healing. They’re ready to be gently supported on a path toward change, even if they don’t know where to start.
As a clinical psychologist, I support people during times when things feel heavy, uncertain, or overwhelming. This is your time, to be heard, to grow, and to heal in a way that’s true to you. You might be feeling anxious, adjusting to parenthood, grieving a loss, or navigating past trauma. Maybe you're simply looking for space to breathe and be heard. My clients often seek clarity, relief, and a deeper sense of connection, to themselves, to others, and to their own healing. They’re ready to be gently supported on a path toward change, even if they don’t know where to start.
Life can sometimes feel like a storm, where past wounds—whether from family struggles, trauma, or the weight of unspoken pain—cast shadows over our days. I’ve walked alongside many who’ve felt this. My name is Fangjie, and my journey as a healer began with a deep belief: every story deserves to be heard, and every heart can find its way to peace. I am based in Melbourne Victoria and offer telehealth sessions Australian wide.
Life can sometimes feel like a storm, where past wounds—whether from family struggles, trauma, or the weight of unspoken pain—cast shadows over our days. I’ve walked alongside many who’ve felt this. My name is Fangjie, and my journey as a healer began with a deep belief: every story deserves to be heard, and every heart can find its way to peace. I am based in Melbourne Victoria and offer telehealth sessions Australian wide.
Clinical Trauma Psychotherapist & Relationship Counsellor
-Helping you heal trauma, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with yourself-
Therapy with me is a calm, grounded space where you don’t have to hold everything together on your own. I walk alongside you—steadily, safely, and without judgement—so you can explore your inner world at a pace that feels right. You guide the process. You choose what matters. Your sessions are truly yours.
Clients often describe me as warm, real, and deeply attuned. My focus is on helping you feel safe in your body, clearer in your mind, and more empowered in your relationships and daily life.
Clinical Trauma Psychotherapist & Relationship Counsellor
-Helping you heal trauma, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with yourself-
Therapy with me is a calm, grounded space where you don’t have to hold everything together on your own. I walk alongside you—steadily, safely, and without judgement—so you can explore your inner world at a pace that feels right. You guide the process. You choose what matters. Your sessions are truly yours.
Clients often describe me as warm, real, and deeply attuned. My focus is on helping you feel safe in your body, clearer in your mind, and more empowered in your relationships and daily life.
I'm a child psychologist. I'm here to support your child navigate the complex neurosurgeon landscape and help them build appropriate strategies. I work closely with the families and believe in a holistic approach which means, parents, I'm here to help you too. I am neurodiverse clinician thriving with ADHD and ASD and am here to help you thrive too.
I'm a child psychologist. I'm here to support your child navigate the complex neurosurgeon landscape and help them build appropriate strategies. I work closely with the families and believe in a holistic approach which means, parents, I'm here to help you too. I am neurodiverse clinician thriving with ADHD and ASD and am here to help you thrive too.
A warm welcome! My name is Catherine. You have taken the first step to alter your current situation. It will be a privilege as your psychotherapist (Masters in Counselling, Level 2 ACA), to provide you with exceptional bespoke treatment for depression, anxiety and trauma (or other mental health issues ). My guidance and professional skills, (CBT, ACT, and Gottman (couples) as well as extensive counseling experience have positively impacted my clients consisting of adults,children, teens, and couples. Small business award for Couples Therapy (2023). Also counsellor for Carers Australia.
A warm welcome! My name is Catherine. You have taken the first step to alter your current situation. It will be a privilege as your psychotherapist (Masters in Counselling, Level 2 ACA), to provide you with exceptional bespoke treatment for depression, anxiety and trauma (or other mental health issues ). My guidance and professional skills, (CBT, ACT, and Gottman (couples) as well as extensive counseling experience have positively impacted my clients consisting of adults,children, teens, and couples. Small business award for Couples Therapy (2023). Also counsellor for Carers Australia.
Using evidence-based approaches, we offer individual and couples therapy, specialised child and adolescent counselling, and play therapy incorporating art, sand tray, and AutPlay techniques.
You might be experiencing anxiety or depression, seeking ways to manage ADHD or autism, or working through trauma and PTSD. Perhaps you're looking to develop a healthier relationship with food and your body, or wanting to strengthen your relationship with your partner. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your child, taking the first step towards change shows courage. At Olivia Hawkins Psychology, we provide compassionate psychological care across all life stages.
Using evidence-based approaches, we offer individual and couples therapy, specialised child and adolescent counselling, and play therapy incorporating art, sand tray, and AutPlay techniques.
You might be experiencing anxiety or depression, seeking ways to manage ADHD or autism, or working through trauma and PTSD. Perhaps you're looking to develop a healthier relationship with food and your body, or wanting to strengthen your relationship with your partner. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your child, taking the first step towards change shows courage. At Olivia Hawkins Psychology, we provide compassionate psychological care across all life stages.
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 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.
As a wholistic counsellor my goal is to engage you in a meaningful self-exploration process to support healing and personal growth. I specialise in a symbol-work method that's effective in reaching deeper, underlying issues. These issues can present as stress, relationship problems, work issues, conflict, insecurity, low self-worth, anxiety, depression, anger, sadness, frustration, confusion, hoarding, addiction. Potential outcomes are heightened self-awareness, unveiling of hidden/unconscious truths, emotional blockages released, increased self-esteem, heightened clarity, reduced confusion, improvement in general wellbeing.
As a wholistic counsellor my goal is to engage you in a meaningful self-exploration process to support healing and personal growth. I specialise in a symbol-work method that's effective in reaching deeper, underlying issues. These issues can present as stress, relationship problems, work issues, conflict, insecurity, low self-worth, anxiety, depression, anger, sadness, frustration, confusion, hoarding, addiction. Potential outcomes are heightened self-awareness, unveiling of hidden/unconscious truths, emotional blockages released, increased self-esteem, heightened clarity, reduced confusion, improvement in general wellbeing.
Enjoy being outdoors in natural spaces? Me too!
I offer walk & talk therapy in natural environments from North Ryde to Hornsby to Berowra.
Compassionately & empathically passionate about helping young people live their best lives.
Assessing and supporting neurodivergence (ADHD & Autism) and it’s impacts on mental health i.e. anxiety, stress, depression, is of special interest to me.
Therapeutically I am committed to empowering people to achieve healthy and enjoyable lives by developing a greater capacity for resilience and more positive & meaningful relationships with themselves & others in a safe supportive environment.
Enjoy being outdoors in natural spaces? Me too!
I offer walk & talk therapy in natural environments from North Ryde to Hornsby to Berowra.
Compassionately & empathically passionate about helping young people live their best lives.
Assessing and supporting neurodivergence (ADHD & Autism) and it’s impacts on mental health i.e. anxiety, stress, depression, is of special interest to me.
Therapeutically I am committed to empowering people to achieve healthy and enjoyable lives by developing a greater capacity for resilience and more positive & meaningful relationships with themselves & others in a safe supportive environment.
Nearby Play Therapy Searches for North Parramatta
- Baulkham Hills
- Beecroft
- Bella Vista
- Carlingford
- Castle Hill
- Cherrybrook
- Epping
- North Rocks
- Parramatta
- Telopea
- Wentworthville
- Westmead
Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behaviour and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behaviour.