Child Counselling in South East Queensland, QLD
Jessica Hume
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Oxenford, QLD 4210
Special interest areas: Parenting, attachment and relationships, self esteem and body image Jess is a registered psychologist who provides holistic client care with a non-judgemental approach to therapy. Jess has over 10 years’ experience within the childcare protection sector and private practice. Jess has experience working with childhood trauma, complex presentations including self-harm and suicide, relationship difficulties and issues with self esteem and self-worth. Jess is passionate about working with adolescents and adults and providing parenting support to help raise resilient happy
children
.
Special interest areas: Parenting, attachment and relationships, self esteem and body image Jess is a registered psychologist who provides holistic client care with a non-judgemental approach to therapy. Jess has over 10 years’ experience within the childcare protection sector and private practice. Jess has experience working with childhood trauma, complex presentations including self-harm and suicide, relationship difficulties and issues with self esteem and self-worth. Jess is passionate about working with adolescents and adults and providing parenting support to help raise resilient happy
children
.
Back on Track Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, ACA-L3
Verified
Noosaville, QLD 4566
In over 30 years practice experience & ongoing professional development; I have had the privilege of working with
children
, young people and adults whose engagement, potential and enjoyment in education, employment, social recreational & family contexts has been compromised through challenging acute (short) or chronic (long term) experiences – affecting their mental health and overall wellbeing. Through an integrative therapeutic model we have many positive, wonderful, inspiring and occasionally surprising outcomes; with felt and observable progress - often from our very first session.
In over 30 years practice experience & ongoing professional development; I have had the privilege of working with
children
, young people and adults whose engagement, potential and enjoyment in education, employment, social recreational & family contexts has been compromised through challenging acute (short) or chronic (long term) experiences – affecting their mental health and overall wellbeing. Through an integrative therapeutic model we have many positive, wonderful, inspiring and occasionally surprising outcomes; with felt and observable progress - often from our very first session.
Leeann Horrill
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Maleny, QLD 4552
I specialise in supporting parents,
children
and families. I provide individual support and run group programs designed to help parents build loving families and raise responsible, resilient and emotionally healthy kids. I also have particular expertise in issues such as single parenting, supporting
children
through separation, co-parenting and step-families.
I specialise in supporting parents,
children
and families. I provide individual support and run group programs designed to help parents build loving families and raise responsible, resilient and emotionally healthy kids. I also have particular expertise in issues such as single parenting, supporting
children
through separation, co-parenting and step-families.
Big Bears Treehouse
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified
Tallai, QLD 4213
I'm a passionate
child
and family counsellor who works from a strengths-based perspective and sees the potential in all my clients. I've trained in several play therapy modalities (CCPT, Theraplay, Autplay, Filial Therapy) to help
children
and families communicate and connect in times when words just don’t meet their needs. I've also trained in several parenting programs to help parents navigate this sometimes-challenging role i.e., Circles of Security, Triple P, Emotion Coaching 123.
I'm a passionate
child
and family counsellor who works from a strengths-based perspective and sees the potential in all my clients. I've trained in several play therapy modalities (CCPT, Theraplay, Autplay, Filial Therapy) to help
children
and families communicate and connect in times when words just don’t meet their needs. I've also trained in several parenting programs to help parents navigate this sometimes-challenging role i.e., Circles of Security, Triple P, Emotion Coaching 123.
Happy Nest Counselling
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Verified
Pacific Pines, QLD 4211
Charmaine has years of experience working within
Child
Protection.
Charmaine has been providing specialist counselling to
children
, teenagers and families, couples and relationships for many years. Specialising in building positive self efficacy; healthy parenting skills; creating healthy relationships; holistic self-care programs; life coaching in a calm and safe environment using integrative methods tailoring to each client by applying evidence based techniques that best fit her clients. Expressive Therapies; Cognitive Behavior Therapy; Narrative Therapies; Solution orientation.
Charmaine has years of experience working within
Child
Protection.
Charmaine has been providing specialist counselling to
children
, teenagers and families, couples and relationships for many years. Specialising in building positive self efficacy; healthy parenting skills; creating healthy relationships; holistic self-care programs; life coaching in a calm and safe environment using integrative methods tailoring to each client by applying evidence based techniques that best fit her clients. Expressive Therapies; Cognitive Behavior Therapy; Narrative Therapies; Solution orientation.
Refocus child and family therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified
Beerwah, QLD 4519
Sometimes life goes out of focus, or gets blurry, or we can’t focus on anything and that is when we need to REFOCUS and get perspective. I would like to encourage and empower you to overcome obstacles in your life or relationships in order to enjoy living your life and being you. I would like to help your
child
heal from pain and be equipped to deal with life issues. If you or your
child
have suffered any trauma, struggling with attachment or relationships, have anxiety or depression, suffers from grief and loss, I can help you. I work with kids from as young as 4 years old. Let's journey together and find HOPE .
Sometimes life goes out of focus, or gets blurry, or we can’t focus on anything and that is when we need to REFOCUS and get perspective. I would like to encourage and empower you to overcome obstacles in your life or relationships in order to enjoy living your life and being you. I would like to help your
child
heal from pain and be equipped to deal with life issues. If you or your
child
have suffered any trauma, struggling with attachment or relationships, have anxiety or depression, suffers from grief and loss, I can help you. I work with kids from as young as 4 years old. Let's journey together and find HOPE .
Reflections Counselling and Family Therapy
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified
1 Endorsed
Aroona, QLD 4551
As a qualified Counsellor & Family Therapist I can provide counselling support to
children
, individuals and families for a wide range of needs, including things such as; Marriage, Relationships, Conflict Management, Communication, Life Change, Post Natal Depression, Grief and Loss, Separation & Divorce, Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Stress Management, Parenting and Family issues, exploring Spirituality and supporting clients to set goals and work towards seeing positive outcomes for their life.
As a qualified Counsellor & Family Therapist I can provide counselling support to
children
, individuals and families for a wide range of needs, including things such as; Marriage, Relationships, Conflict Management, Communication, Life Change, Post Natal Depression, Grief and Loss, Separation & Divorce, Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Stress Management, Parenting and Family issues, exploring Spirituality and supporting clients to set goals and work towards seeing positive outcomes for their life.
Anthony Engel
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Miami, QLD 4220
Popular and experienced psychologist found on the Gold Coast. He helps older
children
(10 years+), adolescents and adults suffering with anxiety, stress and depression. He also works with grief, adjustments, and more. The
children
and adults he works with are normal people like you, who simply need a helping hand. He provides fee-based counselling, coaching and mentoring services. If you have a current mental health care plan, you may receive a rebate from Medicare Australia. Contact us for more information by text, email or phone.
Popular and experienced psychologist found on the Gold Coast. He helps older
children
(10 years+), adolescents and adults suffering with anxiety, stress and depression. He also works with grief, adjustments, and more. The
children
and adults he works with are normal people like you, who simply need a helping hand. He provides fee-based counselling, coaching and mentoring services. If you have a current mental health care plan, you may receive a rebate from Medicare Australia. Contact us for more information by text, email or phone.
Nurturing Minds
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Mooloolaba, QLD 4557
Our
Child
Psychologists have special interests in neurodivergent
children
, anxiety, school issues and assisting parents with behavioural issues.
We can meet the needs of both
children
and adults with evidence based approaches in a safe environment where you feel heard. Our Director created Nurturing Minds due to the need for a less clinical environment and more equality in the typical patient/expert dynamic. After-all, therapy is a collaborative process and the rapport you have with your Psychologist is the strongest predictor of treatment success.
Our
Child
Psychologists have special interests in neurodivergent
children
, anxiety, school issues and assisting parents with behavioural issues.
We can meet the needs of both
children
and adults with evidence based approaches in a safe environment where you feel heard. Our Director created Nurturing Minds due to the need for a less clinical environment and more equality in the typical patient/expert dynamic. After-all, therapy is a collaborative process and the rapport you have with your Psychologist is the strongest predictor of treatment success.
Erinnah Counselling & Therapy
Counsellor, AASW
Verified
Ormeau, QLD 4208
We may come to you or video-telehealth. 10+ years experience. All ages. Specialising in Eating Disorders, TIC disorders, Anxiety adult &
Child
. Fees: from $39 out of pocket. We provide counselling and psychological therapies to parents, parents to be, and
children
of all ages.
We may come to you or video-telehealth. 10+ years experience. All ages. Specialising in Eating Disorders, TIC disorders, Anxiety adult &
Child
. Fees: from $39 out of pocket. We provide counselling and psychological therapies to parents, parents to be, and
children
of all ages.
Madeline Connors
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Mooloolaba, QLD 4557
Madeline has a passion for supporting the emotional and psychological wellbeing of
children
, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families, providing treatment of many issues, but in particular, focusing on developmental and personality disorders, trauma, substance use, issues with mood, anxiety, behaviour problems, parenting support, perinatal and women.
Madeline is a registered Psychologist with a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology. Madeline uses a collaborative, client-centered approach, actively utilising client feedback to inform treatment and improve therapy outcomes. Madeline strives to create a safe, welcoming environment where clients feel heard and valued. Madeline practices from a stance of cultural humility and is proud to be an LGBTQIA+ affirmative clinician.
Madeline has a passion for supporting the emotional and psychological wellbeing of
children
, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families, providing treatment of many issues, but in particular, focusing on developmental and personality disorders, trauma, substance use, issues with mood, anxiety, behaviour problems, parenting support, perinatal and women.
Madeline is a registered Psychologist with a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology. Madeline uses a collaborative, client-centered approach, actively utilising client feedback to inform treatment and improve therapy outcomes. Madeline strives to create a safe, welcoming environment where clients feel heard and valued. Madeline practices from a stance of cultural humility and is proud to be an LGBTQIA+ affirmative clinician.
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The Lakeside Rooms
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified
Robina, QLD 4226
We offer mental health services by Psychologists and Psychiatrists, to individual, couples, group, and family needs across the lifespan, from
children
through to older adults.
Lakeside Rooms is a highly regarded and prominent practice of Psychologists and Psychiatrists. Practitioners and support staff have been working together since 2000 to provide a safe, private, and welcoming environment for the community of the Gold Coast and the surrounds. Lakeside Practitioners believe the right match is important and good rapport is critical. Each Practitioner operates their practice independently from the Lakeside Rooms space, ensuring the balance of confidentiality and collaboration in the best interests of the client.
We offer mental health services by Psychologists and Psychiatrists, to individual, couples, group, and family needs across the lifespan, from
children
through to older adults.
Lakeside Rooms is a highly regarded and prominent practice of Psychologists and Psychiatrists. Practitioners and support staff have been working together since 2000 to provide a safe, private, and welcoming environment for the community of the Gold Coast and the surrounds. Lakeside Practitioners believe the right match is important and good rapport is critical. Each Practitioner operates their practice independently from the Lakeside Rooms space, ensuring the balance of confidentiality and collaboration in the best interests of the client.
The Cognitive Centres
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L4
Verified
Bundall, QLD 4217
I am a therapist that has over 12 years of experience in working alongside adults,
children
, young people and families to support them to overcome crisis and achieve positive change in their life. I aims to provide a safe and non-judgemental space where clients can feel safe, heard, and get to know themselves better as they heal through their challenges, learn new strategies to deal with the challenging aspects in life and facilitate personal growth. I have extensive experience in working with individuals who have experienced childhood trauma, domestic and family violence, and mental health.
I am a therapist that has over 12 years of experience in working alongside adults,
children
, young people and families to support them to overcome crisis and achieve positive change in their life. I aims to provide a safe and non-judgemental space where clients can feel safe, heard, and get to know themselves better as they heal through their challenges, learn new strategies to deal with the challenging aspects in life and facilitate personal growth. I have extensive experience in working with individuals who have experienced childhood trauma, domestic and family violence, and mental health.
Gateway Counselling and Wholeness Centre
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified
Ormeau, QLD 4208
If you or your
child
are facing personal or relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss or isolation our professional counselling services can help. Our experienced, accredited and highly skilled practitioners see people who are wanting to make changes, increase peace in their life, build better relationships, or develop tools and strategies to deal with life’s challenges. We are committed to provide you with the highest level of respect, care and safety. We acknowledge diversity of beliefs, values and perspectives within our community while working to support you where you are now and your journey ahead.
If you or your
child
are facing personal or relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss or isolation our professional counselling services can help. Our experienced, accredited and highly skilled practitioners see people who are wanting to make changes, increase peace in their life, build better relationships, or develop tools and strategies to deal with life’s challenges. We are committed to provide you with the highest level of respect, care and safety. We acknowledge diversity of beliefs, values and perspectives within our community while working to support you where you are now and your journey ahead.
Dr Renee Cachia
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Verified
Tugun, QLD 4224
Dr Renee is an experienced psychologist, board-approved supervisor, and the founder of Inner
Child
, Adolescent and Family Psychology Practice. She brings compassion and a wealth of expertise to her work having completed 4 degrees, including Masters & PhD at Monash University and has been cited in over 500 published peer-reviewed journal articles. Dr Renee is a mother and takes a relatable, non-judgemental approaching to working with
children
, adolescents and parents with clinical experience across a broad range of clinical presentations: anxiety, depression, neurodiversity (ASD, ADHD etc.), stress, trauma and more.
Dr Renee is an experienced psychologist, board-approved supervisor, and the founder of Inner
Child
, Adolescent and Family Psychology Practice. She brings compassion and a wealth of expertise to her work having completed 4 degrees, including Masters & PhD at Monash University and has been cited in over 500 published peer-reviewed journal articles. Dr Renee is a mother and takes a relatable, non-judgemental approaching to working with
children
, adolescents and parents with clinical experience across a broad range of clinical presentations: anxiety, depression, neurodiversity (ASD, ADHD etc.), stress, trauma and more.
Kat Daylyn
MA
Coolangatta, QLD 4225
I offer authentic and relational sessions, focussing on your resources and empowerment. Sessions are tailored to your needs and aimed at improving how you relate to yourself and others in your life. I aim to empower you to recognise the tools and resources you already have, and to add to those. I will provide techniques to recognise bodily sensations and emotions and to recognise patterns in your life. I use play therapy to work with
children
and talking therapies with adolescents and adults. I am more than happy to discuss how we can work together and your needs.
I offer authentic and relational sessions, focussing on your resources and empowerment. Sessions are tailored to your needs and aimed at improving how you relate to yourself and others in your life. I aim to empower you to recognise the tools and resources you already have, and to add to those. I will provide techniques to recognise bodily sensations and emotions and to recognise patterns in your life. I use play therapy to work with
children
and talking therapies with adolescents and adults. I am more than happy to discuss how we can work together and your needs.
Monika McIntosh
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified
Coolangatta, QLD 4225
If you are worried about your
child
, feel overwhelmed with life demands, complicated relationships, parenting or wish to heal from your past trauma or help your
child
to heal, I look forward to helping you.
I am a Clinical Psychotherapist, Counsellor and EMDR therapist specialising in
child
& adolescent development, mental health and trauma across lifespan. I am deeply aware that the story we each bring to therapy is unique. I am passionate about creating a safe and nurturing space that enables my clients, regardless of age, to find their own voice and live an authentic, fulfilling life. I believe that through having a safe space to explore our stories, feelings, thoughts, and embodied communication, we can transform this awareness into energy that supports personal growth and deeper connection to people and the world around us.
If you are worried about your
child
, feel overwhelmed with life demands, complicated relationships, parenting or wish to heal from your past trauma or help your
child
to heal, I look forward to helping you.
I am a Clinical Psychotherapist, Counsellor and EMDR therapist specialising in
child
& adolescent development, mental health and trauma across lifespan. I am deeply aware that the story we each bring to therapy is unique. I am passionate about creating a safe and nurturing space that enables my clients, regardless of age, to find their own voice and live an authentic, fulfilling life. I believe that through having a safe space to explore our stories, feelings, thoughts, and embodied communication, we can transform this awareness into energy that supports personal growth and deeper connection to people and the world around us.
Anchor Counselling & Coaching Services
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Verified
3 Endorsed
Ormeau, QLD 4208
With 20 years' experience in many areas including neurodivergence (autism/adhd/audhd), trauma, relationship issues, domestic violence, anger, general mental health and
child
and adolescent behaviour, I work from an eclectic and strength based perspective.
You followed the plan and it didn't work out. Perhaps you threw out the plan and now regret it or was never given a plan to begin with and life just happened! Regardless how you got here the one thing that is certain, is that something needs to change. The good news is you are not alone, there is always something that can be done. This situation and these feelings will not last forever and you have taken the first courageous step towards changing your course. As a degree qualified and registered counsellor with a background in psychology, I can help you with the next steps.
With 20 years' experience in many areas including neurodivergence (autism/adhd/audhd), trauma, relationship issues, domestic violence, anger, general mental health and
child
and adolescent behaviour, I work from an eclectic and strength based perspective.
You followed the plan and it didn't work out. Perhaps you threw out the plan and now regret it or was never given a plan to begin with and life just happened! Regardless how you got here the one thing that is certain, is that something needs to change. The good news is you are not alone, there is always something that can be done. This situation and these feelings will not last forever and you have taken the first courageous step towards changing your course. As a degree qualified and registered counsellor with a background in psychology, I can help you with the next steps.
Shaye Paskin
MA
Mooloolaba, QLD 4557
My work is guided by a range of psychological, developmental and neuroscience evidence-based approaches and I am committed to delivering
child
focused, strength based and trauma-informed therapeutic practices.
My name is Shaye and I am a registered teacher and qualified play therapist with extensive experience supporting
children
and families. In addition to my post graduate Education and Play Therapy studies, I have completed clinical training in
Child
Centred Play Therapy (CCPT) and AutPlay. As a play therapist, I am specifically trained in working with
children
in exploring and resolving a range of emotional and behavioural issues.
My work is guided by a range of psychological, developmental and neuroscience evidence-based approaches and I am committed to delivering
child
focused, strength based and trauma-informed therapeutic practices.
My name is Shaye and I am a registered teacher and qualified play therapist with extensive experience supporting
children
and families. In addition to my post graduate Education and Play Therapy studies, I have completed clinical training in
Child
Centred Play Therapy (CCPT) and AutPlay. As a play therapist, I am specifically trained in working with
children
in exploring and resolving a range of emotional and behavioural issues.
Katelyn McArthur
MA
Warana, QLD 4575
I have a keen interest in supporting and nurturing the parent-
child
relationship by drawing upon the inherent power of the parent in their
child
’s growth and healing.
Hi I'm Katelyn! I'm a master qualified and registered early childhood and primary teacher with over a decade working alongside
children
and their families within education and care settings. Throughout this time, I have witnessed the powerful benefits of play in supporting
children
’s overall health and wellbeing, and how play can be used as a catalyst for understanding the inner world of the
child
. This led me to completing a Master of
Child
Play Therapy through Deakin University, the most extensive qualification of Play Therapy within Australia.
I have a keen interest in supporting and nurturing the parent-
child
relationship by drawing upon the inherent power of the parent in their
child
’s growth and healing.
Hi I'm Katelyn! I'm a master qualified and registered early childhood and primary teacher with over a decade working alongside
children
and their families within education and care settings. Throughout this time, I have witnessed the powerful benefits of play in supporting
children
’s overall health and wellbeing, and how play can be used as a catalyst for understanding the inner world of the
child
. This led me to completing a Master of
Child
Play Therapy through Deakin University, the most extensive qualification of Play Therapy within Australia.
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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in South East Queensland 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in South East Queensland 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 (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in South East Queensland 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.