Child Counselling in Wollongong, NSW
Karen Towers
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Waitlist for new clients
Sessions can be booked in Crown Street, where a kitchen for art therapy with
children
is available! Other activities include board games, role play, writing stories and play therapy.
Towers Counselling is a creative & personal service for all ages. I have over 30 years of experience with
children
and teenagers. I'm now a counsellor & psychotherapist with 12 years of experience in working with carers, in an alcohol and drug service, with clients referred through centrelink and in EAP counselling. I currently work in private practice. Clients under the NDIS scheme who are self and plan-managed are able to access sessions. Art Therapy & Walk and Talk Therapy can make up part of an hourly session, every week or fortnight. I am also a Victims Services counsellor, ready to assist with moving on from trauma.
Sessions can be booked in Crown Street, where a kitchen for art therapy with
children
is available! Other activities include board games, role play, writing stories and play therapy.
Towers Counselling is a creative & personal service for all ages. I have over 30 years of experience with
children
and teenagers. I'm now a counsellor & psychotherapist with 12 years of experience in working with carers, in an alcohol and drug service, with clients referred through centrelink and in EAP counselling. I currently work in private practice. Clients under the NDIS scheme who are self and plan-managed are able to access sessions. Art Therapy & Walk and Talk Therapy can make up part of an hourly session, every week or fortnight. I am also a Victims Services counsellor, ready to assist with moving on from trauma.
Sarah Conway
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Hi, I'm Sarah, a
child
psychologist who specialises in supporting
children
experiencing big emotions and behavioural challenges.
Immediate availability to see
children
, adolescents and their families.
Hi, I'm Sarah, a
child
psychologist who specialises in supporting
children
experiencing big emotions and behavioural challenges.
Immediate availability to see
children
, adolescents and their families.
Nivi (Nivedita) Malik
Psychologist, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Wollongong, NSW 2500
I am a registered psychologist with over 14 years of clinical experience working with a wider range of range of client group in UK and Australia. Services that I deliver includes: Treatment for anxiety, depression, PTSD, behavioural difficulties and other mental health issues for
children
, adolescents, and adults. *Post and perinatal depression *Neurodevelopmental Disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD *Cognitive Assessments: including WISC-V, WPPSI- IV, and *Parenting Skills Training for behavioural management of
children
and adolescents with challenging behaviours.
I am a registered psychologist with over 14 years of clinical experience working with a wider range of range of client group in UK and Australia. Services that I deliver includes: Treatment for anxiety, depression, PTSD, behavioural difficulties and other mental health issues for
children
, adolescents, and adults. *Post and perinatal depression *Neurodevelopmental Disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD *Cognitive Assessments: including WISC-V, WPPSI- IV, and *Parenting Skills Training for behavioural management of
children
and adolescents with challenging behaviours.
Paul Thompson
Counsellor, PsyBA Prov
Verified
1 Endorsed
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Waitlist for new clients
I have also worked closely with couples and families, including
children
, on a range of issues including communication, infidelity, parenting and separation.
My approach to counselling is to provide a safe and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable, respected and free to explore your reasons for getting in touch. Together, we can work towards finding the right tools to overcome many challenging experiences, ranging from feelings of low mood and energy, to feelings of restlessness and irritability, relationship difficulties and others. If you feel that I can be a support to help you move towards your goals, I would love to hear from you.
I have also worked closely with couples and families, including
children
, on a range of issues including communication, infidelity, parenting and separation.
My approach to counselling is to provide a safe and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable, respected and free to explore your reasons for getting in touch. Together, we can work towards finding the right tools to overcome many challenging experiences, ranging from feelings of low mood and energy, to feelings of restlessness and irritability, relationship difficulties and others. If you feel that I can be a support to help you move towards your goals, I would love to hear from you.
Dr Olga Lavalle & Associates
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
We provide a variety of services, including individual assessments and therapy for adults, adolescents and
children
, relationship and family counselling.
'Empowering people to make positive changes in their lives' Dr Olga Lavalle & Associates offer psychology services which are compassionate, caring and empowering. Treatments and counselling are tailored to your needs and informed by evidence-based best practice principles. Whether you’re looking for help with an existing condition, support while overcoming trauma, or need relationship and family counselling, our team is here to help.
We provide a variety of services, including individual assessments and therapy for adults, adolescents and
children
, relationship and family counselling.
'Empowering people to make positive changes in their lives' Dr Olga Lavalle & Associates offer psychology services which are compassionate, caring and empowering. Treatments and counselling are tailored to your needs and informed by evidence-based best practice principles. Whether you’re looking for help with an existing condition, support while overcoming trauma, or need relationship and family counselling, our team is here to help.
Self Reflections
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
We provide services to
children
, adolescents and adults.
Self Reflections is a clinic that prides itself on delivering unparalleled quality, service and value to our clients. We have a team consisting of Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists and Accredited Practicing Dietitians providing services to those in the Illawarra and surrounding communities. In addition to individual therapeutic and dietetic services, we provide Couples Therapy, Assessment (Cognitive IQ, Functional Behavioural and Autism Assessments), Clinical Supervision as well as Groups and Workshops.
We provide services to
children
, adolescents and adults.
Self Reflections is a clinic that prides itself on delivering unparalleled quality, service and value to our clients. We have a team consisting of Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists and Accredited Practicing Dietitians providing services to those in the Illawarra and surrounding communities. In addition to individual therapeutic and dietetic services, we provide Couples Therapy, Assessment (Cognitive IQ, Functional Behavioural and Autism Assessments), Clinical Supervision as well as Groups and Workshops.
EmpowerMind Therapy
Counsellor
Verified
1 Endorsed
Wollongong, NSW 2500 (Online Only)
I have a diverse background in counselling with a strong focus on assisting families in their journey towards improved mental and emotional well-being. With years of experience in the field, I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of families facing various challenges and I worked with
children
and adolescents out of home care as a therapeutic worker for a not for profit organisation (DCJ). My approach to counselling is rooted in empathy, active listening, and a deep commitment to fostering healthier relationships within the family unit.
I have a diverse background in counselling with a strong focus on assisting families in their journey towards improved mental and emotional well-being. With years of experience in the field, I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of families facing various challenges and I worked with
children
and adolescents out of home care as a therapeutic worker for a not for profit organisation (DCJ). My approach to counselling is rooted in empathy, active listening, and a deep commitment to fostering healthier relationships within the family unit.
Joanna Pandelidis Living Free Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500 (Online Only)
I work with individuals, couples and families (adults &
children
over 8yrs), Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Compensable injuries: workers compensation; TAC; VOCAT and DVA, Pain/Stress management, Eating Disorders, BPD, Trauma, PTSD, OCD, Intercountry Adoption.
HAVE Availability & NOW accepting NEW Clients! "Hi, hi. I am a looking forward to meeting you. After more than 50,000 hours of face-to-face counselling, I still love being a Psychologist" My work has allowed me to meet people from many walks of life as they journey through various stages in their life span. Having worked in areas as diverse as community and ethnic-based services to rehabilitation services to public psychiatry and eventual, private practice, I am humbled and inspired by people’s courage and resourcefulness as they navigate the ebb and flow of life.
I work with individuals, couples and families (adults &
children
over 8yrs), Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Compensable injuries: workers compensation; TAC; VOCAT and DVA, Pain/Stress management, Eating Disorders, BPD, Trauma, PTSD, OCD, Intercountry Adoption.
HAVE Availability & NOW accepting NEW Clients! "Hi, hi. I am a looking forward to meeting you. After more than 50,000 hours of face-to-face counselling, I still love being a Psychologist" My work has allowed me to meet people from many walks of life as they journey through various stages in their life span. Having worked in areas as diverse as community and ethnic-based services to rehabilitation services to public psychiatry and eventual, private practice, I am humbled and inspired by people’s courage and resourcefulness as they navigate the ebb and flow of life.
Unlocking You Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Brad has successfully worked with clients from all ages and backgrounds to help address issues as broad as relationship difficulties, poor self-image, career development and academic results. With over two decades as an educator and learning support teacher, he has developed an insight into the complex issues that families face during the schooling years. Brad uses a variety of counselling tools to help his clients explore their own thoughts and patterns of behaviour to move past disappointments and difficult experiences, or to grow in areas that will allow them to think more clearly and maintain healthy and positive relationships.
Brad has successfully worked with clients from all ages and backgrounds to help address issues as broad as relationship difficulties, poor self-image, career development and academic results. With over two decades as an educator and learning support teacher, he has developed an insight into the complex issues that families face during the schooling years. Brad uses a variety of counselling tools to help his clients explore their own thoughts and patterns of behaviour to move past disappointments and difficult experiences, or to grow in areas that will allow them to think more clearly and maintain healthy and positive relationships.
Annie Bovard
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Annie works empathically and creatively to meet clients where they're at and work towards their goals. You'll work together to get a sense of what is going on and why, and together make a plan of the best way to start to make change.
Annie works empathically and creatively to meet clients where they're at and work towards their goals. You'll work together to get a sense of what is going on and why, and together make a plan of the best way to start to make change.
Wellness 'N' Nature
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
If you prefer to be outside, to have the freedom to move while exploring your emotions and concerns, I am your Gal. You are determined to have more compassion for yourself, and to use this as a springboard for self empowerment and healing. You want understanding of yourself, and tools for the alleviation of anxiety, sadness, heaviness, 'Stuckness', relationship concerns, and general emotional discomfort. I also have a room on Mondays in Wollongong, and offer Online therapy for those uncomfortable with being in the Outdoor Space, where we can still bring in Nature and Movement.
If you prefer to be outside, to have the freedom to move while exploring your emotions and concerns, I am your Gal. You are determined to have more compassion for yourself, and to use this as a springboard for self empowerment and healing. You want understanding of yourself, and tools for the alleviation of anxiety, sadness, heaviness, 'Stuckness', relationship concerns, and general emotional discomfort. I also have a room on Mondays in Wollongong, and offer Online therapy for those uncomfortable with being in the Outdoor Space, where we can still bring in Nature and Movement.
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Tyla Stroebel
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA Prov
Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
I currently specialise in diagnostic, behavioural, cognitive, neurological and academic assessments and support thereafter. I have a keen interest in Autism and ADHD, specifically in woman and girls, and in helping adults explore this later in life. I conduct assessments in person and online, from a neurodiversity affirming framework, and currently focus on the following: Autism; Global Developmental Delay, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; Specific Learning Disorders; Anxiety etc.
I currently specialise in diagnostic, behavioural, cognitive, neurological and academic assessments and support thereafter. I have a keen interest in Autism and ADHD, specifically in woman and girls, and in helping adults explore this later in life. I conduct assessments in person and online, from a neurodiversity affirming framework, and currently focus on the following: Autism; Global Developmental Delay, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; Specific Learning Disorders; Anxiety etc.
Sally Walsh
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD). These can be incorporated into our sessions - virtual online (approx 7-8 sessions).
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD). These can be incorporated into our sessions - virtual online (approx 7-8 sessions).
Cullen Therapies
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500 (Online Only)
Worldwide telehealth available for Clinical Hypnotherapy & Counselling. I work easily with all ages and genders. I specialise in trauma amongst many other mental health issues.
Worldwide telehealth available for Clinical Hypnotherapy & Counselling. I work easily with all ages and genders. I specialise in trauma amongst many other mental health issues.
Shoalhaven Psychology Services
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Our team of psychologists work with people and schools across Nowra and the greater Shoalhaven and Illawarra regions to provide counselling and help people resolve issues they feel are getting in the way of reaching their potential. At Shoalhaven Psychology Services we believe in whole well-being and addressing all aspects of the self internally and externally to attain capacity for processing and adapting in life.
Our team of psychologists work with people and schools across Nowra and the greater Shoalhaven and Illawarra regions to provide counselling and help people resolve issues they feel are getting in the way of reaching their potential. At Shoalhaven Psychology Services we believe in whole well-being and addressing all aspects of the self internally and externally to attain capacity for processing and adapting in life.
Sandy Beech
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Sandy Is passionate and committed to being of service and looking at the whole person for a more holistic approach. A deep look at bringing about change for the client by allowing their awareness to grow and therefore being able to choose what’s best for them .. Sandy works at Quest for life several times a year on retreat with people that struggle with life’s challenges from anxiety and depression to cancer diagnosis and provides a safe and supportive space to gain a sense of peace. She encourages change with supporting her clients to access their own inner wisdom using different techniques that help support the client .
Sandy Is passionate and committed to being of service and looking at the whole person for a more holistic approach. A deep look at bringing about change for the client by allowing their awareness to grow and therefore being able to choose what’s best for them .. Sandy works at Quest for life several times a year on retreat with people that struggle with life’s challenges from anxiety and depression to cancer diagnosis and provides a safe and supportive space to gain a sense of peace. She encourages change with supporting her clients to access their own inner wisdom using different techniques that help support the client .
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Kristina Suatoni
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Warilla, NSW 2528
Kristina is a psychologist and owner of Grow Psychology Space, located in Warilla, NSW. Kristina provides support to adults and
children
and adopts an attachment-focused, trauma-informed and strengths-based approach in her work. Kristina's areas of interest include supporting individuals experiencing depression, anxiety and adjustment issues, improving the attachment between
children
and their caregivers, working with neurodiversity, and working with trauma. Kristina also provided EMDR therapy.
Kristina is a psychologist and owner of Grow Psychology Space, located in Warilla, NSW. Kristina provides support to adults and
children
and adopts an attachment-focused, trauma-informed and strengths-based approach in her work. Kristina's areas of interest include supporting individuals experiencing depression, anxiety and adjustment issues, improving the attachment between
children
and their caregivers, working with neurodiversity, and working with trauma. Kristina also provided EMDR therapy.
Mary Verghese
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified
Primbee, NSW 2502
Are you struggling or overwhelmed with life's challenges? If so, seeking the help of an authentic, non-judgmental and empathetic counsellor might be exactly what you need. A good counsellor can provide you with a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings, and offer guidance and support as you work through your challenges. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief & loss or any other mental health issues, I am here to help you gain clarity and perspective, and develop the skills and strategies you need to move forward in a positive direction. So, why not take the first step and reach out for help today?
Are you struggling or overwhelmed with life's challenges? If so, seeking the help of an authentic, non-judgmental and empathetic counsellor might be exactly what you need. A good counsellor can provide you with a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings, and offer guidance and support as you work through your challenges. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief & loss or any other mental health issues, I am here to help you gain clarity and perspective, and develop the skills and strategies you need to move forward in a positive direction. So, why not take the first step and reach out for help today?
Online Therapists
Asu Parr
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Hornsby, NSW 2077
She works with
children
, adolescents, and adults presenting with ASD, ADHD, depression, anxiety, ODD, OCD, BPD, and sleep disorder.
Asu is a committed, caring, and warm practitioner. She is passionate about making a difference and loves to see positive changes in her clients. Asu holds a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) from Macquarie University and is a registered Psychologist with AHPRA and an Associate Member of the APS & EMDRAA. She is a motivated learner and believes in personalising interventions based on the needs of individuals. She has undertaken training in various areas, including CBT, EMDR, Neurotherapy (Neurofeedback, SCP, TMS, tDCS), Pain management, mindfulness, emotion focus therapy, schema therapy and internal family system therapy.
She works with
children
, adolescents, and adults presenting with ASD, ADHD, depression, anxiety, ODD, OCD, BPD, and sleep disorder.
Asu is a committed, caring, and warm practitioner. She is passionate about making a difference and loves to see positive changes in her clients. Asu holds a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) from Macquarie University and is a registered Psychologist with AHPRA and an Associate Member of the APS & EMDRAA. She is a motivated learner and believes in personalising interventions based on the needs of individuals. She has undertaken training in various areas, including CBT, EMDR, Neurotherapy (Neurofeedback, SCP, TMS, tDCS), Pain management, mindfulness, emotion focus therapy, schema therapy and internal family system therapy.
Claudia Giezen
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Kingsford, NSW 2032
I specialize in working with clients with psychosocial challenges including
children
, teens and adults, including parenting issues, stress, anxiety, sleep difficulties, low motivation, low mood and trauma.
Life is full of up’s and downs and sometimes those “downs” can seem to drag on and make it feel as though there is no way out. Together, we could work to better understand you and find ways to support and increase your overall wellbeing to become the best version of yourself. I see therapy as teaching you to be your own therapist and equip you with tools to take on anything life throws at you. I also have supported individuals with developmental disabilities for the last four years, focusing on ways to better recognize and respond to emotions and stressful events we can all encounter in our lives.
I specialize in working with clients with psychosocial challenges including
children
, teens and adults, including parenting issues, stress, anxiety, sleep difficulties, low motivation, low mood and trauma.
Life is full of up’s and downs and sometimes those “downs” can seem to drag on and make it feel as though there is no way out. Together, we could work to better understand you and find ways to support and increase your overall wellbeing to become the best version of yourself. I see therapy as teaching you to be your own therapist and equip you with tools to take on anything life throws at you. I also have supported individuals with developmental disabilities for the last four years, focusing on ways to better recognize and respond to emotions and stressful events we can all encounter in our lives.
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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Wollongong, NSW provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Wollongong build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Wollongong build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.