Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in Tarragindi, QLD

Kimbali Wild
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
I work with adults and older adolescents experiencing chronic stress, anxiety, depression, panic, and sleep disruption, as well as those living with chronic health conditions, burnout, and neurodevelopmental diagnoses (including ADHD and Autism). Many are managing strain across work or study, relationships, and daily functioning, often alongside patterns of sustained effort, high standards, and self-reliance. While effective in the short term, these patterns can become difficult to maintain, contributing to exhaustion, disrupted sleep, reduced capacity, and difficulty with decision-making or maintaining momentum.
I work with adults and older adolescents experiencing chronic stress, anxiety, depression, panic, and sleep disruption, as well as those living with chronic health conditions, burnout, and neurodevelopmental diagnoses (including ADHD and Autism). Many are managing strain across work or study, relationships, and daily functioning, often alongside patterns of sustained effort, high standards, and self-reliance. While effective in the short term, these patterns can become difficult to maintain, contributing to exhaustion, disrupted sleep, reduced capacity, and difficulty with decision-making or maintaining momentum.
(07) 2100 4659 View (07) 2100 4659
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
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
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
Fiona McMaster - Sparrow Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialise in working with couples, and those experiencing stress and mental health challenges (including drug/alcohol issues). Hello and welcome! My name is Fiona and I have been a counsellor and psychotherapist for 10 years. Our journey through life often doesn't go to plan and we sometimes feel 'derailed' from our desired path. Things may feel unbalanced and unworkable, resulting in great distress and difficulty. With a warm, empathetic and collaborative style, I support clients to identify and work on problematic thoughts, beliefs, feelings and behaviours. Building a strong therapeutic connection is critical to this process.
I specialise in working with couples, and those experiencing stress and mental health challenges (including drug/alcohol issues). Hello and welcome! My name is Fiona and I have been a counsellor and psychotherapist for 10 years. Our journey through life often doesn't go to plan and we sometimes feel 'derailed' from our desired path. Things may feel unbalanced and unworkable, resulting in great distress and difficulty. With a warm, empathetic and collaborative style, I support clients to identify and work on problematic thoughts, beliefs, feelings and behaviours. Building a strong therapeutic connection is critical to this process.
(07) 3555 7517 View (07) 3555 7517
Christopher Tutt - Kookaburra Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
My name is Chris and I am a Clinical Psychologist who is happy to see anyone aged 10+ who has difficulties with regulating their emotions and am particularly well suited to supporting adolescent, youth and young adult clients with complex needs.
My name is Chris and I am a Clinical Psychologist who is happy to see anyone aged 10+ who has difficulties with regulating their emotions and am particularly well suited to supporting adolescent, youth and young adult clients with complex needs.
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Tracy Bergel
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
When you’ve been carrying stress for a long time, it can feel like you're just surviving — disconnected from yourself, from others, and from the life you want to live. The body often speaks through unease, tension, or symptoms like anxiety, burnout, sleep issues, or chronic pain. These are not signs of failure — they’re messages asking for your attention and care.
When you’ve been carrying stress for a long time, it can feel like you're just surviving — disconnected from yourself, from others, and from the life you want to live. The body often speaks through unease, tension, or symptoms like anxiety, burnout, sleep issues, or chronic pain. These are not signs of failure — they’re messages asking for your attention and care.
(07) 4243 4757 View (07) 4243 4757
Rebecca Rutter / Sisu Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Welcome, my name is Rebecca as a late diagnosed ADHDer and new member of the perimenopause club I am fascinated how these two elements can align and uncover strengths and significant challenges for people. In my practice I see people from all walks of life and experiences. A specific are of interest is supporting Nurses, Midwives and other healthcare professionals. As a counsellor with over 18 years of experience as a nurse I understand the challenges of the new grad, mid career and planning for the next steps after nursing.
Welcome, my name is Rebecca as a late diagnosed ADHDer and new member of the perimenopause club I am fascinated how these two elements can align and uncover strengths and significant challenges for people. In my practice I see people from all walks of life and experiences. A specific are of interest is supporting Nurses, Midwives and other healthcare professionals. As a counsellor with over 18 years of experience as a nurse I understand the challenges of the new grad, mid career and planning for the next steps after nursing.
(07) 2100 4306 View (07) 2100 4306
Steven Downie
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
My therapeutic approach is warm, but direct. I believe that psychology’s primary role is to resolve upsetting symptoms and help people live life as fully as possible within their circumstances. Therapy with me often involves a combination of hard conversations, laughs, and setting goals and targets to improve life.
My therapeutic approach is warm, but direct. I believe that psychology’s primary role is to resolve upsetting symptoms and help people live life as fully as possible within their circumstances. Therapy with me often involves a combination of hard conversations, laughs, and setting goals and targets to improve life.
0426 205 852 View 0426 205 852
Emine Atasoy - Little Psych Lane Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I also work in collaboration with parents to best support their teen.
I utilise a range of evidence-based modalities: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. I offer assessments for Autism, ADHD, cognitive abilities, NDIS, and adaptive behaviour.
I also work in collaboration with parents to best support their teen.
I utilise a range of evidence-based modalities: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. I offer assessments for Autism, ADHD, cognitive abilities, NDIS, and adaptive behaviour.
(07) 2100 4332 View (07) 2100 4332
Ashley Glennie
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
My approach is warm, relaxed, and down to earth, no judgment, just genuine care and practical support. I’m a generally registered psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults around concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-harm, emotional regulation, stress, and major life transitions. I also work with neurodivergent individuals and those exploring their identity, strengths, and challenges in a world that doesn’t always make space for how their brains work.
My approach is warm, relaxed, and down to earth, no judgment, just genuine care and practical support. I’m a generally registered psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults around concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-harm, emotional regulation, stress, and major life transitions. I also work with neurodivergent individuals and those exploring their identity, strengths, and challenges in a world that doesn’t always make space for how their brains work.
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Veronica Woolcott
Counsellor, PACFA
Morningside, QLD 4170
Veronica is a Circle of Security Parenting (COSP) Facilitator and is registered with NDIS and PACFA.
Veronica has long-term experience in adult counselling for trauma and recovery, anger management, parenting issues, anxiety, personal development. family counselling, supporting children with challenges, teen communication, healthy parent/carer child relationships and dealing with family separation.
Veronica is a Circle of Security Parenting (COSP) Facilitator and is registered with NDIS and PACFA.
Veronica has long-term experience in adult counselling for trauma and recovery, anger management, parenting issues, anxiety, personal development. family counselling, supporting children with challenges, teen communication, healthy parent/carer child relationships and dealing with family separation.
(07) 2100 4801 View (07) 2100 4801
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
James Eckersley
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, parenting, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling lost, counselling with me can help you gain clarity and move forward with greater confidence.
Specialising in men's mental health, I help adults and teens know and love themselves, build emotional strength, and move forward with confidence. Using practical, evidence-based counselling and coaching techniques, I offer focused support for confidence, relationships, and life direction without judgement, jargon, or pressure to be someone you’re not.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, parenting, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling lost, counselling with me can help you gain clarity and move forward with greater confidence.
Specialising in men's mental health, I help adults and teens know and love themselves, build emotional strength, and move forward with confidence. Using practical, evidence-based counselling and coaching techniques, I offer focused support for confidence, relationships, and life direction without judgement, jargon, or pressure to be someone you’re not.
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Strong Space - Counselling for Men & Fathers
Counsellor, ACA-L1
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Many of the men we work with aren’t in crisis. They’re capable, driven and doing well on paper. But something isn’t working. You might be shutting down in conflict, carrying quiet anger, feeling disconnected from your partner, or unsure who you are outside of work and responsibility. You want to show up better in your relationships, feel more steady in yourself, and stop repeating patterns you know aren’t working. You may have tried pushing through on your own. Now you’re ready for structured support that actually translates into real conversations, real decisions and real change.
Many of the men we work with aren’t in crisis. They’re capable, driven and doing well on paper. But something isn’t working. You might be shutting down in conflict, carrying quiet anger, feeling disconnected from your partner, or unsure who you are outside of work and responsibility. You want to show up better in your relationships, feel more steady in yourself, and stop repeating patterns you know aren’t working. You may have tried pushing through on your own. Now you’re ready for structured support that actually translates into real conversations, real decisions and real change.
(02) 5135 1111 View (02) 5135 1111
Kate Sullivan
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
I provide telehealth psychology to young people, adults, and parents.
I have many years of experience supporting individuals, parents, and families with neurodiversity, anxiety, low mood, attachment disruption, and trauma. My sessions draw from IFS, Schema, DBT, ACT, and CBT. In simple terms, we understand your patterns, calm your nervous system, and build tools that genuinely fit your life.
I provide telehealth psychology to young people, adults, and parents.
I have many years of experience supporting individuals, parents, and families with neurodiversity, anxiety, low mood, attachment disruption, and trauma. My sessions draw from IFS, Schema, DBT, ACT, and CBT. In simple terms, we understand your patterns, calm your nervous system, and build tools that genuinely fit your life.
(02) 4214 4553 View (02) 4214 4553
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
Walkabout Nature Based Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Burpengary, QLD 4505
People often seek therapy when anxiety, relationship stress, health challenges, or major life changes begin to feel difficult to navigate alone. My work focuses on helping clients make sense of their inner world, understand patterns that may be keeping them stuck, and build practical tools for meaningful and lasting change.
People often seek therapy when anxiety, relationship stress, health challenges, or major life changes begin to feel difficult to navigate alone. My work focuses on helping clients make sense of their inner world, understand patterns that may be keeping them stuck, and build practical tools for meaningful and lasting change.
(07) 3184 4686 View (07) 3184 4686
Unbound Wellness
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I also offer neuroaffirming therapy for autistic and/ or ADHD adult, teens, a children any parenting support.
Being neurodivergent in a neurotypical world is challenging! As someone late diagnosed with ADHD I know the feeling well. I work with children, adolescence, adults and families across Australia (Telehealth) offering a space where neurodivergent minds are not just accommodated but genuinely understood and celebrated. Whether you’re seeking an ADHD assessment, autism assessment or support navigating a recent diagnosis I provide thorough compassionate evaluations that go beyond the label and help you understand how your brain actually works.
I also offer neuroaffirming therapy for autistic and/ or ADHD adult, teens, a children any parenting support.
Being neurodivergent in a neurotypical world is challenging! As someone late diagnosed with ADHD I know the feeling well. I work with children, adolescence, adults and families across Australia (Telehealth) offering a space where neurodivergent minds are not just accommodated but genuinely understood and celebrated. Whether you’re seeking an ADHD assessment, autism assessment or support navigating a recent diagnosis I provide thorough compassionate evaluations that go beyond the label and help you understand how your brain actually works.
(07) 2000 5494 View (07) 2000 5494
Sharon Atkinson
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Clontarf, QLD 4019
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.
(07) 3477 9405 View (07) 3477 9405

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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.