Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in Abbotsford, VIC
If you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, shame, anger, overwhelm, numbness, dissociation or patterns you don’t fully understand but feel stuck in then I am able to help (See my website for more) I also offer parenting support.
Having worked with many different therapeutic modalities I now primarily use Internal Family Systems (IFS) because it offers the most compassionate and effective way I know to understand and work with the full complexity of human experience and create deep and lasting healing. I integrate somatic, polyvagal, AEDP and mindfulness based practices.
If you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, shame, anger, overwhelm, numbness, dissociation or patterns you don’t fully understand but feel stuck in then I am able to help (See my website for more) I also offer parenting support.
Having worked with many different therapeutic modalities I now primarily use Internal Family Systems (IFS) because it offers the most compassionate and effective way I know to understand and work with the full complexity of human experience and create deep and lasting healing. I integrate somatic, polyvagal, AEDP and mindfulness based practices.
I offer ethical, non-judgemental, and trauma sensitive spaces where you can speak freely about whatever is on your mind. I have worked, privately, in psychotherapy, consulting, and mindfulness teaching since 1997, as well as in the community sector. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, burnout, aging, cultural diversity, and with particular expertise in trauma, mindfulness, and chronic illness. A leader in the community sector, I also provide supervision, training, and organisational consulting, such as training and group work.
I offer ethical, non-judgemental, and trauma sensitive spaces where you can speak freely about whatever is on your mind. I have worked, privately, in psychotherapy, consulting, and mindfulness teaching since 1997, as well as in the community sector. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, burnout, aging, cultural diversity, and with particular expertise in trauma, mindfulness, and chronic illness. A leader in the community sector, I also provide supervision, training, and organisational consulting, such as training and group work.
Finding someone who is warm, has expertise, & quickly understands your issues, is of course critical. Clients report these qualities & the style of therapy is unique & powerful. My experience includes working with all of life's challenges, and mental health difficulties: from anxiety & depression, to relationships, ADHD, ASD, & chronic illness. From the young to the mature, couples and families, we create a safe space to explore the tricky places that can keep us stuck, and find an easier path forward. With compassion and curiosity, I enjoy supporting each person to build a greater understanding, sense of self worth & confidence.
Finding someone who is warm, has expertise, & quickly understands your issues, is of course critical. Clients report these qualities & the style of therapy is unique & powerful. My experience includes working with all of life's challenges, and mental health difficulties: from anxiety & depression, to relationships, ADHD, ASD, & chronic illness. From the young to the mature, couples and families, we create a safe space to explore the tricky places that can keep us stuck, and find an easier path forward. With compassion and curiosity, I enjoy supporting each person to build a greater understanding, sense of self worth & confidence.
Viviane has over twenty five years experience working with individuals, couples and families in ways that support growth, clarity, transformation and wholeness. Using a range of therapeutic modalities, Viviane provides a safe and compassionate environment where clients have the opportunity to explore themselves and their lives in ever deepening and enriching ways.
Viviane has over twenty five years experience working with individuals, couples and families in ways that support growth, clarity, transformation and wholeness. Using a range of therapeutic modalities, Viviane provides a safe and compassionate environment where clients have the opportunity to explore themselves and their lives in ever deepening and enriching ways.
Hi, I’m Connie Kellett—an individual, couples, and family counsellor.
At Adaptation Consulting we create a space where your identity, story, and experiences are valued. There’s no one ‘right way’ to do therapy—only what works for you. We work with a range of modalities including Narrative Therapy and CBT and collaborate with our clients to find the best pathway for them.
Hi, I’m Connie Kellett—an individual, couples, and family counsellor.
At Adaptation Consulting we create a space where your identity, story, and experiences are valued. There’s no one ‘right way’ to do therapy—only what works for you. We work with a range of modalities including Narrative Therapy and CBT and collaborate with our clients to find the best pathway for them.
Trained in several Parenting Programs - tuning into teens, PARKAS and Single Session thinking.
Therapy with Growing Small Counselling is relational, respectful, and at your pace. Offering trauma-informed, culturally responsive counselling experiences that honours where you’ve been and helps you explore where you’d like to go.
Growing Small Counselling, works with individuals 18+, of all cultural and intersecting backgrounds.
Trained in several Parenting Programs - tuning into teens, PARKAS and Single Session thinking.
Therapy with Growing Small Counselling is relational, respectful, and at your pace. Offering trauma-informed, culturally responsive counselling experiences that honours where you’ve been and helps you explore where you’d like to go.
Growing Small Counselling, works with individuals 18+, of all cultural and intersecting backgrounds.
I am a PACFA registered Gestalt psychotherapist passionate about change, embodiment, and relationships. My approach is grounded in Gestalt's holistic, non-pathologising philosophy, believing in your inherent wholeness, resilience, and interconnectedness. I aim to create a welcoming environment that supports you in expanding your awareness and developing inner resources needed to embrace life's challenges. Drawing on my decade as an Open Floor teacher—a therapeutic movement practice—I foster greater mind-body awareness. This embodied approach helps address root issues, supporting your healing, growth, and increased agency in life.
I am a PACFA registered Gestalt psychotherapist passionate about change, embodiment, and relationships. My approach is grounded in Gestalt's holistic, non-pathologising philosophy, believing in your inherent wholeness, resilience, and interconnectedness. I aim to create a welcoming environment that supports you in expanding your awareness and developing inner resources needed to embrace life's challenges. Drawing on my decade as an Open Floor teacher—a therapeutic movement practice—I foster greater mind-body awareness. This embodied approach helps address root issues, supporting your healing, growth, and increased agency in life.
Melissa works with a range of presenting concerns, with particular interest in relationships and interpersonal difficulties and associated problems such as: depression, low self-esteem, assertiveness, anxiety, stress, perfectionism, burnout, life stages and transitions, parenting, and identity.
Melissa has a warm, compassionate and playful nature. She aims to provide a safe, accepting and enjoyable space to connect authentically with clients. She supports her clients to uncover their hopes for the future, and to understand the internal and external barriers to their personal and relational growth.
Melissa works with a range of presenting concerns, with particular interest in relationships and interpersonal difficulties and associated problems such as: depression, low self-esteem, assertiveness, anxiety, stress, perfectionism, burnout, life stages and transitions, parenting, and identity.
Melissa has a warm, compassionate and playful nature. She aims to provide a safe, accepting and enjoyable space to connect authentically with clients. She supports her clients to uncover their hopes for the future, and to understand the internal and external barriers to their personal and relational growth.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker & Accredited E.M.D.R Practitioner with more than 16 years experience working in the area of Trauma. I have experience working with adults who have suffered from childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect, as well as those who have been affected by a recent traumatic event. I have a particular interest in trauma and how it impacts on a person's ability to have a harmonious relationships with themselves and others. https://www.breathcounselling.com.au/
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker & Accredited E.M.D.R Practitioner with more than 16 years experience working in the area of Trauma. I have experience working with adults who have suffered from childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect, as well as those who have been affected by a recent traumatic event. I have a particular interest in trauma and how it impacts on a person's ability to have a harmonious relationships with themselves and others. https://www.breathcounselling.com.au/
I assist clients through a range of mental health challenges such as Depression and Anxiety disorders, school & work stress, ADHD and neurodivergence, parenting support, perinatal challenges and trauma.
Whether you've seen many therapists in your time or this is your first venture into the world of therapy, I am here to support you. Finding a psychologist can be a daunting process. For this reason, I will provide a calm, relaxed, enjoyable and welcoming environment for you, and will take the process at your pace. I see adults and young children, and my previous experience as a dancer and teacher brings forth a warm and educational experience to the therapy room.
I assist clients through a range of mental health challenges such as Depression and Anxiety disorders, school & work stress, ADHD and neurodivergence, parenting support, perinatal challenges and trauma.
Whether you've seen many therapists in your time or this is your first venture into the world of therapy, I am here to support you. Finding a psychologist can be a daunting process. For this reason, I will provide a calm, relaxed, enjoyable and welcoming environment for you, and will take the process at your pace. I see adults and young children, and my previous experience as a dancer and teacher brings forth a warm and educational experience to the therapy room.
As a registered clinical psychologist, I have worked across both public and private mental health settings. I work with adults and believe deeply in people’s capacity to grow, adapt, and move toward a more fulfilling life. My work is centred on the therapeutic relationship, and I strive to create a space where clients feel safe, understood, and supported.
I provide evidence-based therapy for concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and grief and loss. I also work with clients around sexual functioning, sexual health, and problematic sexual behaviours.
As a registered clinical psychologist, I have worked across both public and private mental health settings. I work with adults and believe deeply in people’s capacity to grow, adapt, and move toward a more fulfilling life. My work is centred on the therapeutic relationship, and I strive to create a space where clients feel safe, understood, and supported.
I provide evidence-based therapy for concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and grief and loss. I also work with clients around sexual functioning, sexual health, and problematic sexual behaviours.
I provide inclusive therapy for:
- Anxiety and depression
- Grief, loss and trauma
- Conflict
- Broken trust and betrayal
- Sex and intimacy issues
- Navigating big life decisions
- Parenting difficulties
- Navigating ADHD (VAST) and Autism.
I have a Master of Counselling, with a specialisation in couples/relationships therapy, training in family therapy, and years of experience working with clients of all ages, backgrounds and with a diverse range of life experiences.
I provide inclusive therapy for:
- Anxiety and depression
- Grief, loss and trauma
- Conflict
- Broken trust and betrayal
- Sex and intimacy issues
- Navigating big life decisions
- Parenting difficulties
- Navigating ADHD (VAST) and Autism.
I have a Master of Counselling, with a specialisation in couples/relationships therapy, training in family therapy, and years of experience working with clients of all ages, backgrounds and with a diverse range of life experiences.
I provide diagnostic assessments to children 6yr+ & Counselling services to individuals aged 15yrs+. I have a keen interest in working with Men, Sri Lankan/South Asians and Neurodiverse Individuals. Some of the presentations I can support you with are depression, anxiety (generalised and social), anger, addictive behaviours, excessive gaming and perinatal anxiety and depression. I also have an interest in supporting clients through life transitions, grief and relationship difficulties.
I provide diagnostic assessments to children 6yr+ & Counselling services to individuals aged 15yrs+. I have a keen interest in working with Men, Sri Lankan/South Asians and Neurodiverse Individuals. Some of the presentations I can support you with are depression, anxiety (generalised and social), anger, addictive behaviours, excessive gaming and perinatal anxiety and depression. I also have an interest in supporting clients through life transitions, grief and relationship difficulties.
My diverse experience spans schools, early childhood intervention centres and private practice. I particularly enjoy working with young adults so in addition to the private work I do at Cor Studio Wellness, I am a school psychologist supporting a varied cohort of international students predominantly from regions across Asia and the Middle East.
My diverse experience spans schools, early childhood intervention centres and private practice. I particularly enjoy working with young adults so in addition to the private work I do at Cor Studio Wellness, I am a school psychologist supporting a varied cohort of international students predominantly from regions across Asia and the Middle East.
Hello there! I'm an experienced counselling psychologist and registered supervisor, dedicated to helping individuals find their path and unlock new possibilities through therapeutic engagement and evidence-informed techniques. I'm really passionate about emotionally focused therapies. Why? Because I've seen how exploring emotional patterns can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and others, paving the way for tackling life's hurdles with greater clarity and resilience.
Hello there! I'm an experienced counselling psychologist and registered supervisor, dedicated to helping individuals find their path and unlock new possibilities through therapeutic engagement and evidence-informed techniques. I'm really passionate about emotionally focused therapies. Why? Because I've seen how exploring emotional patterns can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and others, paving the way for tackling life's hurdles with greater clarity and resilience.
I am a clinical psychologist currently working in private practice. I work with children, adolescents and adults experiencing a range of difficulties including anxiety, trauma, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, social anxiety and personality disorders. My therapeutic approach is informed by attachment theory, family systems theory, emotion focused therapy (EFT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). I have previously worked in school settings and I have also facilitated therapy groups for social anxiety disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder.
I am a clinical psychologist currently working in private practice. I work with children, adolescents and adults experiencing a range of difficulties including anxiety, trauma, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, social anxiety and personality disorders. My therapeutic approach is informed by attachment theory, family systems theory, emotion focused therapy (EFT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). I have previously worked in school settings and I have also facilitated therapy groups for social anxiety disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder.
Zac also has a particular interest in helping people with parenting and relationship strategies.
Zac is a clinical psychologist who typically works with clients experiencing difficulties with anxiety, mood, managing emotions, coping with stress or dealing with conflict in relationships. He enjoys working with clients to increase understanding of how they got to where they are now, reduce suffering, build skills, develop goals and meaning. Clients often come in crisis, when they have tried everything and struggled for a long time, but continue treatment long after crisis has resolved to work on creating a fuller and better life. Zac enjoys developing a deeper therapeutic relationship and working long-term.
Zac also has a particular interest in helping people with parenting and relationship strategies.
Zac is a clinical psychologist who typically works with clients experiencing difficulties with anxiety, mood, managing emotions, coping with stress or dealing with conflict in relationships. He enjoys working with clients to increase understanding of how they got to where they are now, reduce suffering, build skills, develop goals and meaning. Clients often come in crisis, when they have tried everything and struggled for a long time, but continue treatment long after crisis has resolved to work on creating a fuller and better life. Zac enjoys developing a deeper therapeutic relationship and working long-term.
I'm a clinical psychologist working with anxiety, depression, stress, emotional / behavioural dysregulation, shame and trauma. As a queer man, I have a passion for working with the LGBTIQA+ community. I work to create a shared understanding of their current patterns of behaviour and experiences from an attachment, trauma-informed, and developmental lens to heal the parts of themselves that get in the way of them living a meaningful life. I work with people to build up the healthy parts of themselves, learn to ask for their needs to be met and to cope with the difficulties that inevitably arise as part of life and relationships.
I'm a clinical psychologist working with anxiety, depression, stress, emotional / behavioural dysregulation, shame and trauma. As a queer man, I have a passion for working with the LGBTIQA+ community. I work to create a shared understanding of their current patterns of behaviour and experiences from an attachment, trauma-informed, and developmental lens to heal the parts of themselves that get in the way of them living a meaningful life. I work with people to build up the healthy parts of themselves, learn to ask for their needs to be met and to cope with the difficulties that inevitably arise as part of life and relationships.
More Therapists Nearby
Clinical family therapy is effective for treating a diverse range of mental health difficulties; including parent/infant relationship difficulties, family conflict, emotional difficulties (anxiety/depression) behavioural difficulties, substance use, eating disorders, and trauma for family members who present with symptoms.
I am an Accredited Social Worker and Clinical Family Therapist
specialising in working with high conflict family relationships. My expertise is working
with the spectrum of family diversity with multiple generations together in the room
with a focus on perinatal mental health, couples and families.
My work is grounded in attachment, polyvagal and Bowen theory with a strong
trauma informed approach. I aim to support clients to develop an understanding of
transgenerational patterns learnt in our family of origin and how they
show up in the present and continue to cause us distress and to be stuck.
Clinical family therapy is effective for treating a diverse range of mental health difficulties; including parent/infant relationship difficulties, family conflict, emotional difficulties (anxiety/depression) behavioural difficulties, substance use, eating disorders, and trauma for family members who present with symptoms.
I am an Accredited Social Worker and Clinical Family Therapist
specialising in working with high conflict family relationships. My expertise is working
with the spectrum of family diversity with multiple generations together in the room
with a focus on perinatal mental health, couples and families.
My work is grounded in attachment, polyvagal and Bowen theory with a strong
trauma informed approach. I aim to support clients to develop an understanding of
transgenerational patterns learnt in our family of origin and how they
show up in the present and continue to cause us distress and to be stuck.
Do you sometimes feel stuck in your life, struggling through your relationships or you feel anxious and depressed and cannot explain why? Would you like to discover more about yourself, find your personal truths and find clarity, resources, and direction in your life? Engaging in therapy can help you through this process, it can facilitate change and support you on your journey toward a meaningful and free life.
Do you sometimes feel stuck in your life, struggling through your relationships or you feel anxious and depressed and cannot explain why? Would you like to discover more about yourself, find your personal truths and find clarity, resources, and direction in your life? Engaging in therapy can help you through this process, it can facilitate change and support you on your journey toward a meaningful and free life.
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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.