Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in Redcliffe, QLD
I will support you to prepare for birth and parenthood; manage anxiety and depression; improve sleep (yours and your child's); process your birth experience; support your decisions around feeding, and address mental health, parenting and relationship issues as they arise.
I have twenty years social work and counselling experience supporting adults with mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and trauma. With a calm presence, I offer compassion, warmth and validation to all people. I provide a safe space where you can process your thoughts, emotions and experiences, and learn evidence-based strategies to stop the mind-chatter, make positive changes, and create a life you enjoy.
I will support you to prepare for birth and parenthood; manage anxiety and depression; improve sleep (yours and your child's); process your birth experience; support your decisions around feeding, and address mental health, parenting and relationship issues as they arise.
I have twenty years social work and counselling experience supporting adults with mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and trauma. With a calm presence, I offer compassion, warmth and validation to all people. I provide a safe space where you can process your thoughts, emotions and experiences, and learn evidence-based strategies to stop the mind-chatter, make positive changes, and create a life you enjoy.
My expertise as a Psychologist spans 25 years of experience working predominantly in general mental health, acute mental health, disability, neurodivergence, NDIS, and addiction. I also work with trauma and complex PTSD, relationship issues and domestic violence, forensics, criminality, and personality disorders. I have substantial experience working with forensic populations within Corrective Services in both community and custodial settings. I offer in person and online psychology appointments. In person is at the Redcliffe Uniting Community Hub (Tenancy 6, 1 Richens Street, Redcliffe QLD 4020) from Monday to Friday 9am to 7pm.
My expertise as a Psychologist spans 25 years of experience working predominantly in general mental health, acute mental health, disability, neurodivergence, NDIS, and addiction. I also work with trauma and complex PTSD, relationship issues and domestic violence, forensics, criminality, and personality disorders. I have substantial experience working with forensic populations within Corrective Services in both community and custodial settings. I offer in person and online psychology appointments. In person is at the Redcliffe Uniting Community Hub (Tenancy 6, 1 Richens Street, Redcliffe QLD 4020) from Monday to Friday 9am to 7pm.
Individual and couples counselling and psychotherapy that supports clarity and calm, builds constructive patterns and empowers with healthy thoughts. Couple for couples, highly successful Gottman Therapy. Packages available. Call to us to discuss. Psychological strategies incl. EMDR, EFT, traditional and modern approaches for sound mental health and sustainable relationships for all genders and cultures. Offering professional supervision, reports, speaking and consultation. Embrace hope and change with real skills, optimism and understanding. LGBTIQA allies. Choose combination natural therapies and counselling for holistic health.
Individual and couples counselling and psychotherapy that supports clarity and calm, builds constructive patterns and empowers with healthy thoughts. Couple for couples, highly successful Gottman Therapy. Packages available. Call to us to discuss. Psychological strategies incl. EMDR, EFT, traditional and modern approaches for sound mental health and sustainable relationships for all genders and cultures. Offering professional supervision, reports, speaking and consultation. Embrace hope and change with real skills, optimism and understanding. LGBTIQA allies. Choose combination natural therapies and counselling for holistic health.
I draw on training and experience across attachment issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and parenting challenges, and neurodiversity.
I support clients by providing a warm, grounded, person-centred space where you can explore your experiences with clarity and insight. My work is guided by respect, collaboration, and a belief in your capacity for growth. Offering flexible, tailored counselling that meets you where you are — whether you need support making sense of overwhelming emotions, navigating life transitions, strengthening relationships, or understanding patterns that no longer serve you. Together, we work at your pace to build insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
I draw on training and experience across attachment issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and parenting challenges, and neurodiversity.
I support clients by providing a warm, grounded, person-centred space where you can explore your experiences with clarity and insight. My work is guided by respect, collaboration, and a belief in your capacity for growth. Offering flexible, tailored counselling that meets you where you are — whether you need support making sense of overwhelming emotions, navigating life transitions, strengthening relationships, or understanding patterns that no longer serve you. Together, we work at your pace to build insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
I work with clients who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, grief, relationship issues, and parenting concerns.
I provide a compassionate and supportive space where you can speak openly and work through difficulties at your own pace. My approach is person-centred and eclectic, drawing from evidence-based approaches with a focus on understanding your experiences and developing strategies you can use in everyday life to improve stability, functioning, and well-being.
I work with clients who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, grief, relationship issues, and parenting concerns.
I provide a compassionate and supportive space where you can speak openly and work through difficulties at your own pace. My approach is person-centred and eclectic, drawing from evidence-based approaches with a focus on understanding your experiences and developing strategies you can use in everyday life to improve stability, functioning, and well-being.
I offer a unique blend of traditional and creative methods grounded in deep professional expertise and heartfelt care. Whether your navigating relationship changes including parenting stress, or the impact of trauma, neurodiversity or conflict. I provide a safe,supportive space to explore and heal.
I offer a unique blend of traditional and creative methods grounded in deep professional expertise and heartfelt care. Whether your navigating relationship changes including parenting stress, or the impact of trauma, neurodiversity or conflict. I provide a safe,supportive space to explore and heal.
Anxiety, Panic, Stress, Trauma, PTSD, and OCD are my main areas of focus. I also have significant experience in working with ADHD/Autism. If you are looking for a psychologist who deeply understands these experiences, and who will provide an understanding approach without judgement - then we will be a great fit. Our work together will focus on both resolving the root causes of what's happening for you, and applying practical strategies to improve your everyday mental health.
Anxiety, Panic, Stress, Trauma, PTSD, and OCD are my main areas of focus. I also have significant experience in working with ADHD/Autism. If you are looking for a psychologist who deeply understands these experiences, and who will provide an understanding approach without judgement - then we will be a great fit. Our work together will focus on both resolving the root causes of what's happening for you, and applying practical strategies to improve your everyday mental health.
We work closely with parents, educators, healthcare providers, and each individual to create a cohesive support system.
At Pharos Therapy, our passion lies in helping individuals and families flourish. Nestled in the heart of northern Brisbane, our practice is led by Kerry Salvesen, a seasoned counselling psychologist with over two decades of dedicated experience. We specialize in providing compassionate, tailored psychological support to children, adolescents, adults, and their families, ensuring that each person receives the care they need to thrive.
Kerry is a Board Approved Supervisor and offers online or in-person supervision.
We work closely with parents, educators, healthcare providers, and each individual to create a cohesive support system.
At Pharos Therapy, our passion lies in helping individuals and families flourish. Nestled in the heart of northern Brisbane, our practice is led by Kerry Salvesen, a seasoned counselling psychologist with over two decades of dedicated experience. We specialize in providing compassionate, tailored psychological support to children, adolescents, adults, and their families, ensuring that each person receives the care they need to thrive.
Kerry is a Board Approved Supervisor and offers online or in-person supervision.
Relationship Therapy, Separation Support, Anxiety, Trauma, Attachment & Nervous System counselling for individuals and couples. Combining psychotherapy with somatic, nervous system and evidence-informed holistic approaches, I help clients move beyond insight to create meaningful, lasting change. Whether you're navigating relationship difficulties, separation or divorce, chronic stress, low self-worth or repeating the same cycles, we'll work together to understand the root cause, build emotional resilience and create healthier relationships with yourself and others.
Relationship Therapy, Separation Support, Anxiety, Trauma, Attachment & Nervous System counselling for individuals and couples. Combining psychotherapy with somatic, nervous system and evidence-informed holistic approaches, I help clients move beyond insight to create meaningful, lasting change. Whether you're navigating relationship difficulties, separation or divorce, chronic stress, low self-worth or repeating the same cycles, we'll work together to understand the root cause, build emotional resilience and create healthier relationships with yourself and others.
Combining our knowledge of how the brain works with a variety of evidence-based therapuetic models, we equip our clients with the best tools to approach their challenges with understanding and confidence.
Combining our knowledge of how the brain works with a variety of evidence-based therapuetic models, we equip our clients with the best tools to approach their challenges with understanding and confidence.
I have a unique perspective both as a neurodivergent individual and as a parent to two neurodivergent children (both now adults).
I am passionate about making psychological assessment, diagnosis and treatment accessible, easy to understand and affordable. My areas of interest include ADHD, Autism, Borderline (BPD), trauma and attachment.
I am known for getting to the heart of issues quickly and for finding practical solutions to promote healing and growth. My goal is to help you understand why you do what you do, and empower you with the knowledge and strategies to make meaningful changes in the areas that are important to you.
I have a unique perspective both as a neurodivergent individual and as a parent to two neurodivergent children (both now adults).
I am passionate about making psychological assessment, diagnosis and treatment accessible, easy to understand and affordable. My areas of interest include ADHD, Autism, Borderline (BPD), trauma and attachment.
I am known for getting to the heart of issues quickly and for finding practical solutions to promote healing and growth. My goal is to help you understand why you do what you do, and empower you with the knowledge and strategies to make meaningful changes in the areas that are important to you.
Whether you are facing a new trial, or just decided to take action regarding a long standing issue, take the first step towards healing and overcoming. It is at your fingertips, and might be easier than you think. It certainly takes courage, but also has unimaginable rewards. Embark on the search within the safety of a collaborative and therapeutic relationship.
Whether you are facing a new trial, or just decided to take action regarding a long standing issue, take the first step towards healing and overcoming. It is at your fingertips, and might be easier than you think. It certainly takes courage, but also has unimaginable rewards. Embark on the search within the safety of a collaborative and therapeutic relationship.
I pride myself in being able to cater to the individual needs of my clients to help them to make the changes they are looking for. The values of trust, respect and recognition of difference are very important in my practice and every endeavour will be made to help clients feel safe in a confidential and supportive environment.
I pride myself in being able to cater to the individual needs of my clients to help them to make the changes they are looking for. The values of trust, respect and recognition of difference are very important in my practice and every endeavour will be made to help clients feel safe in a confidential and supportive environment.
I support women aged 15+ navigating anxiety, grief and loss, relationship challenges, and major life transitions such as relocation or immigration. I also walk alongside ministry leaders, including pastors and chaplains, who may be carrying the weight of leadership while quietly feeling weary or in need of support. Many clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain, and seek a safe space to process what they’re going through and find clarity and hope.
I support women aged 15+ navigating anxiety, grief and loss, relationship challenges, and major life transitions such as relocation or immigration. I also walk alongside ministry leaders, including pastors and chaplains, who may be carrying the weight of leadership while quietly feeling weary or in need of support. Many clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain, and seek a safe space to process what they’re going through and find clarity and hope.
We use a holistic approach to enhance your health and happiness. If your feeling sad, anxious, depressed, run down, anger or upset about your life, wellbeing, relationship or workplace we are here to assist.
We use a holistic approach to enhance your health and happiness. If your feeling sad, anxious, depressed, run down, anger or upset about your life, wellbeing, relationship or workplace we are here to assist.
I have been working exclusively with couples for over 15 years, to help people just like you get over relationship hurdles that get in the way of your connection and make your relationship feel harder than it should be. If you are looking to strengthen and grow your relationship or perhaps stop the fights or you have a particular problem - even big ones like affairs - you haven’t been able to get past I can help you.
I have been working exclusively with couples for over 15 years, to help people just like you get over relationship hurdles that get in the way of your connection and make your relationship feel harder than it should be. If you are looking to strengthen and grow your relationship or perhaps stop the fights or you have a particular problem - even big ones like affairs - you haven’t been able to get past I can help you.
www.objectivepsychology.com.au - I consider my approach to my clients as warm, understanding, compassionate, and client-centred. I try to focus on empowering the individual and providing tools to help improve resilience and overall emotional, mental, and physical well-being. I also try to bring in an element of humour and wit, often with a different perspective than many would expect in a traditional therapy session. I use an evidence based, scientific approach to help my clients first to understand what they are dealing with, and then to try and improve their lives in the most efficacious way.
www.objectivepsychology.com.au - I consider my approach to my clients as warm, understanding, compassionate, and client-centred. I try to focus on empowering the individual and providing tools to help improve resilience and overall emotional, mental, and physical well-being. I also try to bring in an element of humour and wit, often with a different perspective than many would expect in a traditional therapy session. I use an evidence based, scientific approach to help my clients first to understand what they are dealing with, and then to try and improve their lives in the most efficacious way.
We get it—we’re parents and humans too, and we know life doesn’t always go to plan.
We’re psychologists, but also real people who understand messy, everyday life. We help kids, teens, and adults manage emotions, reduce stress, and build stronger relationships. We’re skilled in Autism and ADHD assessment and therapy (including for girls and women). Our approach is warm, practical, and yes—sometimes laughter is part of the treatment plan.
We get it—we’re parents and humans too, and we know life doesn’t always go to plan.
We’re psychologists, but also real people who understand messy, everyday life. We help kids, teens, and adults manage emotions, reduce stress, and build stronger relationships. We’re skilled in Autism and ADHD assessment and therapy (including for girls and women). Our approach is warm, practical, and yes—sometimes laughter is part of the treatment plan.
Jason is a warm, friendly and compassionate psychologist. He has a wide range of experience working with adults, teenagers and children. Working collaboratively with Jason is about feeling heard - understanding what is important to you and moving towards that realisation. We achieve this by using an evidence-based approach. This not only helps you learn and improve but to so create, around you, the support you need. Jason also has experience working in business and consequential environments. He uses a variety of methods including coaching. Jason is a general and performance psychologist with Masters level qualifications.
Jason is a warm, friendly and compassionate psychologist. He has a wide range of experience working with adults, teenagers and children. Working collaboratively with Jason is about feeling heard - understanding what is important to you and moving towards that realisation. We achieve this by using an evidence-based approach. This not only helps you learn and improve but to so create, around you, the support you need. Jason also has experience working in business and consequential environments. He uses a variety of methods including coaching. Jason is a general and performance psychologist with Masters level qualifications.
I am passionate about inspiring you to achieve optimal levels of mental health and wellbeing and to support your personal growth and adaptability to life’s challenges. I practice from a holistic and whole-person approach that looks at physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual/authentic parts. I comprehensively look at presenting symptoms and assist getting to the root cause of your struggles. I use a compassionate, strengths-based, non-judgemental approach. I offer a calming environment for you to feel comfortable. I offer therapy and assessments for children, adults, and parents. I work by telehealth/online and home visits.
I am passionate about inspiring you to achieve optimal levels of mental health and wellbeing and to support your personal growth and adaptability to life’s challenges. I practice from a holistic and whole-person approach that looks at physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual/authentic parts. I comprehensively look at presenting symptoms and assist getting to the root cause of your struggles. I use a compassionate, strengths-based, non-judgemental approach. I offer a calming environment for you to feel comfortable. I offer therapy and assessments for children, adults, and parents. I work by telehealth/online and home visits.
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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.