Psychologists and Therapists for Toddlers in Parramatta, NSW

Monia Maamer
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with individuals, young people, and families who may be experiencing emotional difficulties, relationship challenges, life transitions, trauma, or simply feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. Clients may be navigating anxiety, stress, grief, changes in relationships, difficulties with emotional regulation, challenges within family dynamics, or a desire to better understand themselves and their experiences. My approach is person-centred, somatic, and trauma-informed. I create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their experiences at their own pace.
I work with individuals, young people, and families who may be experiencing emotional difficulties, relationship challenges, life transitions, trauma, or simply feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. Clients may be navigating anxiety, stress, grief, changes in relationships, difficulties with emotional regulation, challenges within family dynamics, or a desire to better understand themselves and their experiences. My approach is person-centred, somatic, and trauma-informed. I create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their experiences at their own pace.
(02) 7804 4781 x61 View (02) 7804 4781 x61
Gissia Castelnoble
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Parramatta, NSW 2150
I am an educational and developmental psychologist with a particular interest in childhood, adolescent, and adult mental health, resilience building, and positive well-being. I practise from my clinic and provide specialised support to clients of all ages, empowering them to work through and achieve their treatment goals in a caring and safe environment.
I am an educational and developmental psychologist with a particular interest in childhood, adolescent, and adult mental health, resilience building, and positive well-being. I practise from my clinic and provide specialised support to clients of all ages, empowering them to work through and achieve their treatment goals in a caring and safe environment.
(02) 7804 4890 View (02) 7804 4890
Amara Inostroza
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Parramatta, NSW 2150
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.
(02) 8074 1673 View (02) 8074 1673
Geena Shin
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Parramatta, NSW 2150
I'm Geena, a psychologist specialising in children, teenagers, and the families who love and support them. I work with young people experiencing anxiety, school refusal, ADHD, and a range of child and family challenges — using evidence-based approaches that are practical, compassionate, and tailored to your child's unique strengths and needs.
I'm Geena, a psychologist specialising in children, teenagers, and the families who love and support them. I work with young people experiencing anxiety, school refusal, ADHD, and a range of child and family challenges — using evidence-based approaches that are practical, compassionate, and tailored to your child's unique strengths and needs.
(02) 9090 4994 View (02) 9090 4994
Sunrise Psychology Group Pty Ltd
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
If you've been having difficulties with anxiety, depression, trauma or have a child experiencing difficulties with their emotions or behaviour, we can help you. You are looking for a tailored approach to suit your needs. You would like to see an experienced Clinical Psychologist who can help you to understand what is causing these difficulties and empower you to take science-backed steps to gain confidence and build the life you want.
If you've been having difficulties with anxiety, depression, trauma or have a child experiencing difficulties with their emotions or behaviour, we can help you. You are looking for a tailored approach to suit your needs. You would like to see an experienced Clinical Psychologist who can help you to understand what is causing these difficulties and empower you to take science-backed steps to gain confidence and build the life you want.
(02) 8403 0741 View (02) 8403 0741
Genuine Counselling - Hania Masoud
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
Do you seek safety, healing or a meaningful connection? Do you want to feel whole? To trust yourself again. Do you want to be seen and heard. Without judgment, without pressure. Do you want healthier relationships? Whether with a partner, child, or yourself! Do you want healing that lasts? Not a band-aid, but deep integration and change. Do you want freedom from your past? So you can create a different future. Do you want to tap on the root causes of your issues? Do you want to parent in a way that feels nurturing, secure, and empowering? Do you want to thrive not just survive? If you said yes to any of the above, I can help you!
Do you seek safety, healing or a meaningful connection? Do you want to feel whole? To trust yourself again. Do you want to be seen and heard. Without judgment, without pressure. Do you want healthier relationships? Whether with a partner, child, or yourself! Do you want healing that lasts? Not a band-aid, but deep integration and change. Do you want freedom from your past? So you can create a different future. Do you want to tap on the root causes of your issues? Do you want to parent in a way that feels nurturing, secure, and empowering? Do you want to thrive not just survive? If you said yes to any of the above, I can help you!
(02) 8105 6425 View (02) 8105 6425
Empower Early Intervention
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Empower Early Intervention provides psychology and early intervention services for children and adolescents. We support children and their families through compassionate, evidence-based care focused on developmental skills, emotional wellbeing, behaviour and everyday functioning.
Empower Early Intervention provides psychology and early intervention services for children and adolescents. We support children and their families through compassionate, evidence-based care focused on developmental skills, emotional wellbeing, behaviour and everyday functioning.
(02) 7804 4779 View (02) 7804 4779
Arezu Jolan
Social Worker, MA, AASW
Serves Area
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, or emotional distress and is struggling to find clarity and balance in their life. They may be carrying the weight of past experiences, battling self-doubt, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. Their most profound need is to feel heard, understood, and supported in a space where they can explore their emotions without fear of judgment. They seek tools to manage their thoughts, regulate their feelings, and regain control, ultimately striving for healing, personal growth, and a renewed sense of self.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, or emotional distress and is struggling to find clarity and balance in their life. They may be carrying the weight of past experiences, battling self-doubt, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. Their most profound need is to feel heard, understood, and supported in a space where they can explore their emotions without fear of judgment. They seek tools to manage their thoughts, regulate their feelings, and regain control, ultimately striving for healing, personal growth, and a renewed sense of self.
(02) 4501 7824 View (02) 4501 7824
Colleen Mary Nicholas
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Hi. I’m Colleen Nicholas. I’m an Art Therapist, Sandtray Therapist, Interactive Drawing Therapist and Counsellor. I offer expressive therapies in addition to talk therapy, because sometimes words are not enough. It can be difficult to find words to express what we are thinking, feeling or experiencing. Sometimes we are not aware of the “real issue” that’s causing our distress.
Hi. I’m Colleen Nicholas. I’m an Art Therapist, Sandtray Therapist, Interactive Drawing Therapist and Counsellor. I offer expressive therapies in addition to talk therapy, because sometimes words are not enough. It can be difficult to find words to express what we are thinking, feeling or experiencing. Sometimes we are not aware of the “real issue” that’s causing our distress.
(02) 8609 3981 View (02) 8609 3981
Phoenix Therapeutic Services
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi there! I work closely with clients to explore how their early attachment experiences impact their current relationship to themself and others. I help clients break negative patterns by creating emotional safety to explore the roots of their pain.
Hi there! I work closely with clients to explore how their early attachment experiences impact their current relationship to themself and others. I help clients break negative patterns by creating emotional safety to explore the roots of their pain.
(02) 8776 3698 View (02) 8776 3698
Bernadette Beedle
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
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.
(02) 8105 6180 View (02) 8105 6180
Bridges Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
(02) 7804 4408 View (02) 7804 4408
Helen Ly
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I believe that mental health is the foundation for wellbeing. Seeking help is a vital step toward living a balanced and fulfilling life. Through building strong rapport with my clients, fostering a collaborative relationship to support them in achieving their unique goals all in a safe, warm, and non-judgmental environment- Recovery, Healing and Thriving is made possible, overcoming life’s challenges and concerns. Using a person-centred approach, I integrate therapeutic modalities: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, to help you explore, understand and navigate your journey.
I believe that mental health is the foundation for wellbeing. Seeking help is a vital step toward living a balanced and fulfilling life. Through building strong rapport with my clients, fostering a collaborative relationship to support them in achieving their unique goals all in a safe, warm, and non-judgmental environment- Recovery, Healing and Thriving is made possible, overcoming life’s challenges and concerns. Using a person-centred approach, I integrate therapeutic modalities: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, to help you explore, understand and navigate your journey.
(02) 7804 4815 View (02) 7804 4815
Gorgette Melki
Social Worker, AASW
Serves Area
Are you tired of having the same arguments, feeling misunderstood, or feeling disconnected from the people you love? I’m Georgette Melki, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and couples therapist. I work with individuals, couples and families using a warm, trauma-informed and systemic approach. Together, we look beyond the surface to understand how past experiences, relationships and family patterns may be influencing your life today. I support clients with relationship difficulties, family conflict, parenting challenges, emotional overwhelm and the impact of difficult experiences.
Are you tired of having the same arguments, feeling misunderstood, or feeling disconnected from the people you love? I’m Georgette Melki, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and couples therapist. I work with individuals, couples and families using a warm, trauma-informed and systemic approach. Together, we look beyond the surface to understand how past experiences, relationships and family patterns may be influencing your life today. I support clients with relationship difficulties, family conflict, parenting challenges, emotional overwhelm and the impact of difficult experiences.
(02) 8609 3888 View (02) 8609 3888
Disha Sasan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I provide support to neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals. My dedication is to empower you on your journey towards mental and emotional resilience. Together, we will manage distress, environmental stresses, behavioural difficulties and emotional dysregulation, and find ways to forge a new path for your future. I also conduct psychological and learning difficulties assessments. This includes assessments for Autism, ADHD, Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia, and Cognitive profiles.
I provide support to neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals. My dedication is to empower you on your journey towards mental and emotional resilience. Together, we will manage distress, environmental stresses, behavioural difficulties and emotional dysregulation, and find ways to forge a new path for your future. I also conduct psychological and learning difficulties assessments. This includes assessments for Autism, ADHD, Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia, and Cognitive profiles.
(02) 8403 0713 View (02) 8403 0713
Tranquil Minds Counselling Services
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Tranquil Minds is a compassionate space dedicated to nurturing the well-being of children through child centred play-based therapy. Children sometimes struggle to talk about their feelings and understand their emotions. We aim to provide a supportive environment where children can explore, express, and navigate the challenges of growing up. NDIS plan and self managed clients welcome. No waitlist. Book one session or ongoing sessions. Life can be hard, and sometimes you need someone to listen to you. We also provide therapy for adult clients who suffer from Hoarding Disorder, anxiety, OCD and addiction.
Tranquil Minds is a compassionate space dedicated to nurturing the well-being of children through child centred play-based therapy. Children sometimes struggle to talk about their feelings and understand their emotions. We aim to provide a supportive environment where children can explore, express, and navigate the challenges of growing up. NDIS plan and self managed clients welcome. No waitlist. Book one session or ongoing sessions. Life can be hard, and sometimes you need someone to listen to you. We also provide therapy for adult clients who suffer from Hoarding Disorder, anxiety, OCD and addiction.
(02) 5301 6084 View (02) 5301 6084
Diversity and Cultural Competence: Highlight your experience as an NDIS-registered provider catering to clients from diverse nationalities. Educational Background: Master's degree. Specialisation in ASD; Experience in Special Education: I have a deep understanding of the challenges to support them effectively.Psychological Assessment Expertise: Marriage and Relationships:Legal Requirements and Report Writing: writing reports to meet legal requirements:Psychological Support: assist clients with a range of issues, AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs), anger management, domestic issues, and disabilities. Helping clients with needs.
Diversity and Cultural Competence: Highlight your experience as an NDIS-registered provider catering to clients from diverse nationalities. Educational Background: Master's degree. Specialisation in ASD; Experience in Special Education: I have a deep understanding of the challenges to support them effectively.Psychological Assessment Expertise: Marriage and Relationships:Legal Requirements and Report Writing: writing reports to meet legal requirements:Psychological Support: assist clients with a range of issues, AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs), anger management, domestic issues, and disabilities. Helping clients with needs.
(02) 6189 2732 View (02) 6189 2732
Zahra Kais
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome! I am a Mental Health Professional offering evidence-based, compassionate online therapy and support across Australia. I am an approved Victims of Crime counsellor, supporting individuals impacted by trauma and complex life experiences. I help clients build practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, behavioural challenges, and trauma, strengthen emotional regulation, and improve relationships. I provide culturally sensitive, neuro-affirming, inclusive care. Professional report writing services are available where appropriate.
Welcome! I am a Mental Health Professional offering evidence-based, compassionate online therapy and support across Australia. I am an approved Victims of Crime counsellor, supporting individuals impacted by trauma and complex life experiences. I help clients build practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, behavioural challenges, and trauma, strengthen emotional regulation, and improve relationships. I provide culturally sensitive, neuro-affirming, inclusive care. Professional report writing services are available where appropriate.
(02) 4210 5681 View (02) 4210 5681
Amrita Arvind
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I believe that trust is the highest form of human motivation and tricky situations challenge it in ourselves. We can have strengths that are as salient and unique as the barriers we face. My clients can have a good insight into themselves or their situation. They may have qualities that set them up for life or have achievements and yet experience significant setbacks that impact their mental health. I work largely with women navigating their pregnancy, parents with young children (up to 4 yrs), immigrants or people of a multi-racial background navigating change in a personal or professional context.
I believe that trust is the highest form of human motivation and tricky situations challenge it in ourselves. We can have strengths that are as salient and unique as the barriers we face. My clients can have a good insight into themselves or their situation. They may have qualities that set them up for life or have achievements and yet experience significant setbacks that impact their mental health. I work largely with women navigating their pregnancy, parents with young children (up to 4 yrs), immigrants or people of a multi-racial background navigating change in a personal or professional context.
(02) 4307 5406 View (02) 4307 5406
Stacey Admiraal
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor/clinical supervisor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, couples, children, families to facilitate healing and growth via raising their awareness of behaviours, feelings and thoughts which may impact their ability to function within the world, and experiment with new ways Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, identity crisis, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...
As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor/clinical supervisor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, couples, children, families to facilitate healing and growth via raising their awareness of behaviours, feelings and thoughts which may impact their ability to function within the world, and experiment with new ways Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, identity crisis, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...
(02) 7804 4995 View (02) 7804 4995

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FAQ - About Therapy for Toddlers and Preschoolers
What are the behavioural signs indicating a toddler might need counselling?
Common behavioural signs that a child may need counselling include high levels of emotional distress or anxiety, learning challenges, interpersonal conflict, anger, or social withdrawal. Any drastic changes in toddler behaviour or self-esteem can be indicative that a child may benefit from therapy. Seeing a therapist at the early stages of any behavioural changes can be most impactful on behaviour, as well as helpful to caregivers who may receive guidance on what symptoms to look for in their child in the future, even if therapy is not warranted at that time.

Can a two-year-old see a psychologist?
Children and adults of all ages can see psychologists and other forms of mental health professionals, such as counsellors, psychiatrists, and social workers. Families seeking therapy for their toddler should just be aware that any guidance they seek should come from a professional who has specific experience working with young children, as well as the specific modalities that are appropriate for young children, such as play therapy.

What is the most effective type of therapy for toddlers and preschoolers?
In general, play therapy is the most effective and common form of therapy for young children. Play therapy helps facilitate behaviour change by offering an age-appropriate way for children to express their emotions and develop more effective coping strategies. Toddlers with specific concerns may benefit from more specialised forms of therapy, such as Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for toddlers in families in which there is significant parent-child relational conflict.

What happens during therapy sessions for toddlers?
What occurs in therapy sessions for toddlers depends on the therapeutic approach being used by the therapist. Most toddler therapists will use some form of play therapy in sessions to encourage toddler engagement. In play therapy sessions, children are encouraged to use toys within the therapy setting to express their emotions; subsequent responses by the therapist and/or family members can help guide toddler behaviour and behaviour change. Toddler therapy sessions can also involve family therapy or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which can help improve parenting behaviours and reduce strain on families.