Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in Holland Park, QLD

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Rebecca Rylands
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Holland Park, QLD 4121
I am non-judgemental in nature and can offer trauma debriefing and parenting support, along with individual person-centred and strength-based approaches to bring about positive change and growth.
Are you in need of some extra emotional support? I look forward to working with people who are ready to be agents of change in their own lives. The possibility of attending counselling may have appeared in your life as an option after or during a period of loss, trauma, or a life transition. I am prepared to walk alongside people to gently allow them to tell their story for the purpose of emotional growth and self-empowerment. My goal is to help you live a more full and enjoyable life, more attuned to your values.
I am non-judgemental in nature and can offer trauma debriefing and parenting support, along with individual person-centred and strength-based approaches to bring about positive change and growth.
Are you in need of some extra emotional support? I look forward to working with people who are ready to be agents of change in their own lives. The possibility of attending counselling may have appeared in your life as an option after or during a period of loss, trauma, or a life transition. I am prepared to walk alongside people to gently allow them to tell their story for the purpose of emotional growth and self-empowerment. My goal is to help you live a more full and enjoyable life, more attuned to your values.
(07) 2100 4717 View (07) 2100 4717
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VIPfamily
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Being an Asian parent raised up three adults kids, she understands the challenges of marriage and parenthood.
With her multi-cultural background, she is particularly effective in working with Chinese-speaking clients or Australia Born Chinese ( ABC). She is also a certified trainer of Nurtured Heart Approach, which is an effective tool in building and restoring any inter-personal relationship. She specialises in helping Chinese parents with difficult children.
Being an Asian parent raised up three adults kids, she understands the challenges of marriage and parenthood.
With her multi-cultural background, she is particularly effective in working with Chinese-speaking clients or Australia Born Chinese ( ABC). She is also a certified trainer of Nurtured Heart Approach, which is an effective tool in building and restoring any inter-personal relationship. She specialises in helping Chinese parents with difficult children.
(07) 3184 4298 View (07) 3184 4298
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Jennifer Cook
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a registered Psychologist who has been supporting the mental health of clients aged 15+ for over 19 years in a variety of settings. I feel privileged to be in a position of trust that enables me to help people to change their relationship with difficult feelings and difficult thoughts and to develop awareness of longstanding, problematic behaviour patterns that can be changed in order to achieve and maintain recovery. I am an empathetic and down-to-earth professional who is passionate about helping people from all walks of life to live a meaningful life.
I am a registered Psychologist who has been supporting the mental health of clients aged 15+ for over 19 years in a variety of settings. I feel privileged to be in a position of trust that enables me to help people to change their relationship with difficult feelings and difficult thoughts and to develop awareness of longstanding, problematic behaviour patterns that can be changed in order to achieve and maintain recovery. I am an empathetic and down-to-earth professional who is passionate about helping people from all walks of life to live a meaningful life.
0433 407 056 View 0433 407 056
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Una L Window
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
Are you living with childhood trauma, disability, parenting issues, PND, BiPolar Affective Disorder, BPD, suicidal thinking or self-harm urges?
I have extensive experience (25 years +) in working therapeutically with people with mental health disorders. I am non-judgemental, flexible, client-centred and able to draw on many modalities to help achieve your goals. Specialties: Complex PTSD, IFS trauma therapy, childhood trauma, EMDR, anxiety and depression management, disability, PND, DBT.
Are you living with childhood trauma, disability, parenting issues, PND, BiPolar Affective Disorder, BPD, suicidal thinking or self-harm urges?
I have extensive experience (25 years +) in working therapeutically with people with mental health disorders. I am non-judgemental, flexible, client-centred and able to draw on many modalities to help achieve your goals. Specialties: Complex PTSD, IFS trauma therapy, childhood trauma, EMDR, anxiety and depression management, disability, PND, DBT.
(07) 4243 4713 View (07) 4243 4713
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Dr Alex A Gardner
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I have experience providing evidence-based mental health support to adolescents and adults (16 years and older) for a broad range of issues, including (but not limited to): - Interpersonal and relationship difficulties - Attachment insecurities and developmental traumas - Complex Posttraumatic stress disorder - Grief and Loss - Emotional dysregulation and personality disorders - Substance addiction and dependence - Adjustment difficulties and challenging life transitions - Low self-esteem, anxiety and depressive disorders - LGBTQIA+ stressors
I have experience providing evidence-based mental health support to adolescents and adults (16 years and older) for a broad range of issues, including (but not limited to): - Interpersonal and relationship difficulties - Attachment insecurities and developmental traumas - Complex Posttraumatic stress disorder - Grief and Loss - Emotional dysregulation and personality disorders - Substance addiction and dependence - Adjustment difficulties and challenging life transitions - Low self-esteem, anxiety and depressive disorders - LGBTQIA+ stressors
(07) 2100 4198 View (07) 2100 4198
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Bright Beginnings Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
At Bright Beginnings we help all minds explore, understand, and communicate their needs, feelings and thoughts in ways that align with their values, support teenagers to navigate the ups and downs of adolescence, support parents to navigate and guide their children and support adults experience a variety of mental health difficulties
At Bright Beginnings Psychology, we are dedicated to supporting you on the path to mental well-being. Our clinic is a place where individuals of all ages can access evidenced-based and genuine support to overcome life's obstacles. Our mission is to reduce individual barriers to help-seeking. We believe that seeking support is an empowering and overall positive experience. We strive to create an environment where our clients feel valued, understood, and encouraged to pave the way for their future well-being.
At Bright Beginnings we help all minds explore, understand, and communicate their needs, feelings and thoughts in ways that align with their values, support teenagers to navigate the ups and downs of adolescence, support parents to navigate and guide their children and support adults experience a variety of mental health difficulties
At Bright Beginnings Psychology, we are dedicated to supporting you on the path to mental well-being. Our clinic is a place where individuals of all ages can access evidenced-based and genuine support to overcome life's obstacles. Our mission is to reduce individual barriers to help-seeking. We believe that seeking support is an empowering and overall positive experience. We strive to create an environment where our clients feel valued, understood, and encouraged to pave the way for their future well-being.
(07) 2100 4304 View (07) 2100 4304
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Satori Counselling Services
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
Satori offers trauma focused therapies which include EMDR, EMDR Intensives, DBR, and Brainspotting, to support healing and promote overall wellbeing. I believe that finding peace, developing a strong sense of self and finding out how we are exceptional and unique, is achievable and attainable no matter where we are in our life journey, or what roads we have already travelled. Experiences such as childhood trauma, grief, loss, bereavement, relationship breakdown and shame can be explored gently, compassionately, and without judgement, to discover how to meet pain and move through it to live a full life that can be our best life.
Satori offers trauma focused therapies which include EMDR, EMDR Intensives, DBR, and Brainspotting, to support healing and promote overall wellbeing. I believe that finding peace, developing a strong sense of self and finding out how we are exceptional and unique, is achievable and attainable no matter where we are in our life journey, or what roads we have already travelled. Experiences such as childhood trauma, grief, loss, bereavement, relationship breakdown and shame can be explored gently, compassionately, and without judgement, to discover how to meet pain and move through it to live a full life that can be our best life.
(07) 3186 5726 View (07) 3186 5726
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Gray Matter Counselling
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I’m Tracey Gray, a counsellor with more than thirty years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families create meaningful and lasting change. With a master’s degree in counselling and a strong background in health and wellbeing, I combine evidence-based approaches with practical strategies that lead to real outcomes. As a registered member of the Australian Counselling Association, I support clients to move through challenges such as relationship conflict, stress, anxiety, and life transitions. My focus is on helping you gain insight, develop new skills, and achieve the goals that matter most to you
I’m Tracey Gray, a counsellor with more than thirty years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families create meaningful and lasting change. With a master’s degree in counselling and a strong background in health and wellbeing, I combine evidence-based approaches with practical strategies that lead to real outcomes. As a registered member of the Australian Counselling Association, I support clients to move through challenges such as relationship conflict, stress, anxiety, and life transitions. My focus is on helping you gain insight, develop new skills, and achieve the goals that matter most to you
(07) 2100 4174 View (07) 2100 4174
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Shannon M Quinn
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Practical therapy for measurable change. A usable tool and a snapshot of your progress - every session. I want to help you reach your goals by implementing psychological strategies, practical but powerful skills, and the right mindset. I’m passionate about working with professionals, young men and children experiencing problems with disorganisation, planning, avoidance and distractibility, self-criticism, and low self-esteem.
Practical therapy for measurable change. A usable tool and a snapshot of your progress - every session. I want to help you reach your goals by implementing psychological strategies, practical but powerful skills, and the right mindset. I’m passionate about working with professionals, young men and children experiencing problems with disorganisation, planning, avoidance and distractibility, self-criticism, and low self-esteem.
(07) 3186 8667 View (07) 3186 8667
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Amanda Webb
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
For over 15 years, my work has centred on complex and developmental trauma and the ways it lives in the body, nervous system and relationships. I work with couples (especially neurodivergent couples), children, families and individuals when old patterns keep repeating despite insight, effort and love. If you keep asking, “What’s really going on?” “Why can’t I get through?” “Why can’t they hear me, feel me, see me?” or “Why does my child seem so lost, angry, unhappy or unreachable?” I can help you understand what may be happening beneath the surface and find a different way through.
For over 15 years, my work has centred on complex and developmental trauma and the ways it lives in the body, nervous system and relationships. I work with couples (especially neurodivergent couples), children, families and individuals when old patterns keep repeating despite insight, effort and love. If you keep asking, “What’s really going on?” “Why can’t I get through?” “Why can’t they hear me, feel me, see me?” or “Why does my child seem so lost, angry, unhappy or unreachable?” I can help you understand what may be happening beneath the surface and find a different way through.
(07) 2100 4939 View (07) 2100 4939
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Robyn Bean
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, fellow sensitive person. Do you find yourself stuck in overthinking, anxiety, or thought loops that won’t quiet? Maybe you’re hard on yourself, even though you know it only adds to the strain. In a world that often feels uncertain and overwhelming, this is a very human response. And if being more sensitive than others feels tiring, you’re certainly not alone. Together, we can gently explore your experience and find new ways to respond. With practice, you can develop a steadier, kinder inner voice to rely on. We are all perfectly imperfect humans, and I’ll meet you with compassion as we take this one step at a time.
Hello, fellow sensitive person. Do you find yourself stuck in overthinking, anxiety, or thought loops that won’t quiet? Maybe you’re hard on yourself, even though you know it only adds to the strain. In a world that often feels uncertain and overwhelming, this is a very human response. And if being more sensitive than others feels tiring, you’re certainly not alone. Together, we can gently explore your experience and find new ways to respond. With practice, you can develop a steadier, kinder inner voice to rely on. We are all perfectly imperfect humans, and I’ll meet you with compassion as we take this one step at a time.
(07) 3186 0291 View (07) 3186 0291
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Allora Wellbeing
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
We are a team of professionals who provide counselling to children, adolescents, adults and families. We work with people who are struggling with anxiety, sadness, stressful life events and big life transitions. We have designed a service to meet the needs of individuals and whole families. Our team can support you with compassionate approach that is centred on you feeling safe and comfortable to explore your emotions. If we sound like a good fit, please send an email or call to book!
We are a team of professionals who provide counselling to children, adolescents, adults and families. We work with people who are struggling with anxiety, sadness, stressful life events and big life transitions. We have designed a service to meet the needs of individuals and whole families. Our team can support you with compassionate approach that is centred on you feeling safe and comfortable to explore your emotions. If we sound like a good fit, please send an email or call to book!
(07) 2100 4885 View (07) 2100 4885
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Andrew De Ambrosis
Counsellor, AASW
Serves Area
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families seeking to improve their lives and relationships. I have experience working with diverse cultural backgrounds and a broad range of needs, providing both individual and organisational coaching. With my extensive knowledge of complex interpersonal issues, I’m well-equipped to support clients in overcoming challenges and achieving their goals.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families seeking to improve their lives and relationships. I have experience working with diverse cultural backgrounds and a broad range of needs, providing both individual and organisational coaching. With my extensive knowledge of complex interpersonal issues, I’m well-equipped to support clients in overcoming challenges and achieving their goals.
(07) 3555 7938 View (07) 3555 7938

More Therapists Nearby

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Katie Crompton
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Albany Creek, QLD 4035
As a parent myself, this is an advantage to enable me a better understanding of the struggles that other parents face day-to-day.
I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, self harming, mood instability, stress/burnout, trauma, disordered eating, bullying, school "can't" or relationship challenges. Feeling heard and understood is essential; I will help you to build trust and feel accepted and supported. I don't pretend to be the expert of your life - you are. We will work on your goals, striving to achieve meaningful change in your life. I value your feedback and collaboration along the way.
As a parent myself, this is an advantage to enable me a better understanding of the struggles that other parents face day-to-day.
I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, self harming, mood instability, stress/burnout, trauma, disordered eating, bullying, school "can't" or relationship challenges. Feeling heard and understood is essential; I will help you to build trust and feel accepted and supported. I don't pretend to be the expert of your life - you are. We will work on your goals, striving to achieve meaningful change in your life. I value your feedback and collaboration along the way.
(07) 2000 5869 View (07) 2000 5869
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Kirby Michaelides (Sullivan)
Social Worker, MA
Serves Area
If you’ve found yourself here, I’m guessing life has become harder than it needs to be. Perhaps you’ve spent years trying harder, only to wonder why it never seemed to get any easier. Maybe you’ve become incredibly good at coping, while privately feeling overwhelmed. Maybe you’ve spent your life feeling misunderstood, or perhaps someone you love is struggling and you don’t know how to reach them anymore. Whatever has brought you here, I’m glad you found your way.
If you’ve found yourself here, I’m guessing life has become harder than it needs to be. Perhaps you’ve spent years trying harder, only to wonder why it never seemed to get any easier. Maybe you’ve become incredibly good at coping, while privately feeling overwhelmed. Maybe you’ve spent your life feeling misunderstood, or perhaps someone you love is struggling and you don’t know how to reach them anymore. Whatever has brought you here, I’m glad you found your way.
(08) 7008 9538 View (08) 7008 9538
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Connections Counselling
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Ipswich, QLD 4305
Parent coaching also specialising in parenting neurodiverse children.
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, 12 years experience with helping individuals and families connect to themselves and each other (attachment based therapy). Client directed and solution focused therapy we work on your needs and what you would like help with.
Parent coaching also specialising in parenting neurodiverse children.
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, 12 years experience with helping individuals and families connect to themselves and each other (attachment based therapy). Client directed and solution focused therapy we work on your needs and what you would like help with.
(07) 2801 6141 View (07) 2801 6141
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Peter Wright
Counsellor, ACA-L2
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Perhaps you're feeling the pressure of your circumstances, or your relationship with your partner, children, or family is becoming fractured. You love your family, want to turn things around, but maybe you aren't sure where to start. If that sounds like you, then this is your starting point!
Perhaps you're feeling the pressure of your circumstances, or your relationship with your partner, children, or family is becoming fractured. You love your family, want to turn things around, but maybe you aren't sure where to start. If that sounds like you, then this is your starting point!
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Linda van Leeuwen
Social Worker, AMHSW
Online Only
I exclusively offer services to parents & carers of PDA kids & teens and can offer parent coaching, counselling, EMDR Therapy and school advocacy support.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with 20 years of experience as well as a lived experience of having PDA as well as parenting two PDA kids. My website details exactly how I can assist. My practice name is Mending Memories for PDA Families.
I exclusively offer services to parents & carers of PDA kids & teens and can offer parent coaching, counselling, EMDR Therapy and school advocacy support.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with 20 years of experience as well as a lived experience of having PDA as well as parenting two PDA kids. My website details exactly how I can assist. My practice name is Mending Memories for PDA Families.
(07) 3186 8503 View (07) 3186 8503
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Joyce Ma
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Joyce is an Australian Registered Psychologist with a compassionate, empathic and client-focused approach to counselling. Joyce is approachable and warm-hearted - she listens to her clients and works through the difficulties that they are facing. Joyce speaks two languages: English and Chinese (Fluent Cantonese and some Mandarin). Joyce’s goal is to help as many people presenting with psychological difficulties as possible, getting through hard times together and promote wellbeing and happiness.
Joyce is an Australian Registered Psychologist with a compassionate, empathic and client-focused approach to counselling. Joyce is approachable and warm-hearted - she listens to her clients and works through the difficulties that they are facing. Joyce speaks two languages: English and Chinese (Fluent Cantonese and some Mandarin). Joyce’s goal is to help as many people presenting with psychological difficulties as possible, getting through hard times together and promote wellbeing and happiness.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
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Cody Potter
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I am experienced in providing assessment, treatment and parenting advice for a range of mental health issues of issues including anxiety, depression, challenging behaviours, social skills, sleep, trauma and school-based issues.
My professional qualifications include a PhD and a Masters in Clinical Child Psychology from the University of Melbourne. I am endorsed as a Clinical Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and am a full member of the Australian Psychologist Society (APS). Clients are eligible for Medicare rebates or NDIS funded claims.
I am experienced in providing assessment, treatment and parenting advice for a range of mental health issues of issues including anxiety, depression, challenging behaviours, social skills, sleep, trauma and school-based issues.
My professional qualifications include a PhD and a Masters in Clinical Child Psychology from the University of Melbourne. I am endorsed as a Clinical Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and am a full member of the Australian Psychologist Society (APS). Clients are eligible for Medicare rebates or NDIS funded claims.
(03) 7003 2120 View (03) 7003 2120
Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.