Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in Bendigo, VIC
Whether I’m working in my role as a supervisor or as a therapist, I do my utmost to provide a warm, supportive and non-judgmental space, so you can express your story and needs. I am committed to understanding you as a whole person, as we build a path forward. Together, we will discover and address the underlying causes of unhelpful patterns of behaviour, thoughts, and emotions that impact your life and relationships.
I strive to deliver therapy that is collaborative, empowering and practical. Every client is important to me as I believe everyone comes to therapy to not only resolve issues but to enact meaningful change.
Whether I’m working in my role as a supervisor or as a therapist, I do my utmost to provide a warm, supportive and non-judgmental space, so you can express your story and needs. I am committed to understanding you as a whole person, as we build a path forward. Together, we will discover and address the underlying causes of unhelpful patterns of behaviour, thoughts, and emotions that impact your life and relationships.
I strive to deliver therapy that is collaborative, empowering and practical. Every client is important to me as I believe everyone comes to therapy to not only resolve issues but to enact meaningful change.
Play, create, move and more, to inquire into your inner worlds, develop a deeper sense of self, and build stronger connections to self, others, and the world around. Trauma limits our capacity to see ourselves as we truly are. Playful and creative therapies can strengthen our sense of self, and support healing for both children who have experienced trauma, and adults who have experienced childhood trauma.
Play, create, move and more, to inquire into your inner worlds, develop a deeper sense of self, and build stronger connections to self, others, and the world around. Trauma limits our capacity to see ourselves as we truly are. Playful and creative therapies can strengthen our sense of self, and support healing for both children who have experienced trauma, and adults who have experienced childhood trauma.
Jenna is an accredited Mental Health Social Worker and has worked in a variety of settings both in Victoria and Western Australia for the past 30 years providing caring, confidential counselling and psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups. Jenna utilizes proven theories and strategies that support a humanistic, relational approach to making change, comfort at times of distress and overcoming barriers to the life you want.
Jenna is an accredited Mental Health Social Worker and has worked in a variety of settings both in Victoria and Western Australia for the past 30 years providing caring, confidential counselling and psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups. Jenna utilizes proven theories and strategies that support a humanistic, relational approach to making change, comfort at times of distress and overcoming barriers to the life you want.
I support adolescents, adults, older adults, couples and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, relationship and family difficulties, high-conflict relationships, emotional dysregulation, eating disorders, workplace stress and burnout, life transitions, neurodiversity, and the emotional impacts of injury or illness. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or affected by childhood experiences, major life changes, or challenges impacting their wellbeing, relationships and daily functioning.
I support adolescents, adults, older adults, couples and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, relationship and family difficulties, high-conflict relationships, emotional dysregulation, eating disorders, workplace stress and burnout, life transitions, neurodiversity, and the emotional impacts of injury or illness. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or affected by childhood experiences, major life changes, or challenges impacting their wellbeing, relationships and daily functioning.
I specialise in providing trauma focussed therapy (EMDR & Internal Family Systems (IFS) for adults, children and young people and am passionate about working with people who are neurodiverse & those coming to terms with childhood trauma or the trauma of being neurodiverse in today’s society. I honour each person’s unique way of being & love working with adolescents & children, fostering healing that builds self-trust, connection & authentic self-expression, developing life long skills, so you can reconnect with yourself, process trauma and feel fully alive again. Our space is safe, respectful, and centered on you.
I specialise in providing trauma focussed therapy (EMDR & Internal Family Systems (IFS) for adults, children and young people and am passionate about working with people who are neurodiverse & those coming to terms with childhood trauma or the trauma of being neurodiverse in today’s society. I honour each person’s unique way of being & love working with adolescents & children, fostering healing that builds self-trust, connection & authentic self-expression, developing life long skills, so you can reconnect with yourself, process trauma and feel fully alive again. Our space is safe, respectful, and centered on you.
Wellselves is a community-focused psychology and allied health clinic providing support for children, adolescents, adults, older adults and families. We believe meaningful change begins with understanding, support and the confidence to move forward. Whether you are facing a difficult period, adjusting to change, or simply wanting to improve your wellbeing, we are here to help.
Wellselves is a community-focused psychology and allied health clinic providing support for children, adolescents, adults, older adults and families. We believe meaningful change begins with understanding, support and the confidence to move forward. Whether you are facing a difficult period, adjusting to change, or simply wanting to improve your wellbeing, we are here to help.
I work with parents, families, individuals, and couples, who feel overwhelmed by life’s challenges and want to make sense of their experiences.
I specialise in supporting parents who are struggling with their children’s behaviours, emotions, or relationships & help families rebuild communication, connection, and confidence. I am also passionate about working with women who carry shame, self-doubt, or patterns they don’t fully understand - together we explore where these come from and create change.
I work with parents, families, individuals, and couples, who feel overwhelmed by life’s challenges and want to make sense of their experiences.
I specialise in supporting parents who are struggling with their children’s behaviours, emotions, or relationships & help families rebuild communication, connection, and confidence. I am also passionate about working with women who carry shame, self-doubt, or patterns they don’t fully understand - together we explore where these come from and create change.
I offer support with relationship building, parenting, clarity of thoughts, addressing behaviours, thought patterns & issues like anxiety & stress.
Kathryn offers Relationship Support & is trained in the Gottman Method. Kathryn also specialises in supporting those with ADHD, Autism & Trauma Based Behaviours; their parents & their carers. She uses Strength-Based Counselling for: Anxiety & Exhaustion; Meditation/Mindfulness; Depression/Life purpose; Relationship building/Family/Teens & Self Empowerment.
I offer support with relationship building, parenting, clarity of thoughts, addressing behaviours, thought patterns & issues like anxiety & stress.
Kathryn offers Relationship Support & is trained in the Gottman Method. Kathryn also specialises in supporting those with ADHD, Autism & Trauma Based Behaviours; their parents & their carers. She uses Strength-Based Counselling for: Anxiety & Exhaustion; Meditation/Mindfulness; Depression/Life purpose; Relationship building/Family/Teens & Self Empowerment.
Something bringing you here has taken courage — and that matters.
Somewhere along the way, most of us stop exploring. We pull back from parts of ourselves that felt too big, too messy, or too unwelcome — and quietly begin living in a much smaller space than we were made for. The detours and wrong turns aren't evidence of failure. They're often what brings us to the threshold of something more true.
Does any of this feel familiar? I work with adults and young people navigating anxiety, burnout, depression, grief, trauma, shame, relationships, life transitions and neurodivergence. Wherever you are — that's where we begin.
Something bringing you here has taken courage — and that matters.
Somewhere along the way, most of us stop exploring. We pull back from parts of ourselves that felt too big, too messy, or too unwelcome — and quietly begin living in a much smaller space than we were made for. The detours and wrong turns aren't evidence of failure. They're often what brings us to the threshold of something more true.
Does any of this feel familiar? I work with adults and young people navigating anxiety, burnout, depression, grief, trauma, shame, relationships, life transitions and neurodivergence. Wherever you are — that's where we begin.
Life can be exhilarating and scary at the same time. Figuring out what’s important to us and how to get it can be tricky. I particularly love working with 15-25 year olds and anyone who still feels like a big kid..so let’s talk...0402437406. Want to clarify how you got to be who you are? Need help to accept your likeable and not so likeable self? Want to explore your identity and establish your independence? Relationships not going the way you would like?
Life can be exhilarating and scary at the same time. Figuring out what’s important to us and how to get it can be tricky. I particularly love working with 15-25 year olds and anyone who still feels like a big kid..so let’s talk...0402437406. Want to clarify how you got to be who you are? Need help to accept your likeable and not so likeable self? Want to explore your identity and establish your independence? Relationships not going the way you would like?
You’re the strong one. High-functioning, self-aware, always showing up for others — but quietly battling burnout, self-doubt, and anxious relationships. You crave boundaries, clarity, and deeper self-trust. You want to stop spiraling in your head and start feeling safe in your body and relationships. You're not broken — you're exhausted from surviving. You want to feel steady, empowered, and finally free of patterns that no longer serve you — in love, work, and within yourself.
You’re the strong one. High-functioning, self-aware, always showing up for others — but quietly battling burnout, self-doubt, and anxious relationships. You crave boundaries, clarity, and deeper self-trust. You want to stop spiraling in your head and start feeling safe in your body and relationships. You're not broken — you're exhausted from surviving. You want to feel steady, empowered, and finally free of patterns that no longer serve you — in love, work, and within yourself.
People often present with anxiety, depression, health issues/challenges, trauma, anger issues, lack of self-worth/confidence, parenting challenges, relationship issues, family challenges, difficulty managing stress, grief/loss & more.
I bring a person-centred approach to the Counselling session supporting clients to empower themselves to initiate change & to be an advocate for their mental health and wellbeing by getting to know themselves and their own body. Our mental, physical and emotional health cannot be separated and needs to be treated holistically.
People often present with anxiety, depression, health issues/challenges, trauma, anger issues, lack of self-worth/confidence, parenting challenges, relationship issues, family challenges, difficulty managing stress, grief/loss & more.
I bring a person-centred approach to the Counselling session supporting clients to empower themselves to initiate change & to be an advocate for their mental health and wellbeing by getting to know themselves and their own body. Our mental, physical and emotional health cannot be separated and needs to be treated holistically.
Being an AuDHDer woman and parent myself, I come from lived experience.
Are you neurodivergent, or starting to wonder if you might be? Are you lost in a world not made for you and exhausted from masking? Are you in a relationship where you both seem to speak entirely different languages and nobody can figure out why? Sometimes the missing piece isn’t about effort or love, it’s understanding how our brains are wired differently.
I specialise in ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, neurodivergent women and relationships, via Telehealth across Australia. Whether you’re navigating a late diagnosis, burnout, PMDD, perimenopause or relationship conflict, I offer a warm, real, neuro-affirming space to be your authentic self.
Being an AuDHDer woman and parent myself, I come from lived experience.
Are you neurodivergent, or starting to wonder if you might be? Are you lost in a world not made for you and exhausted from masking? Are you in a relationship where you both seem to speak entirely different languages and nobody can figure out why? Sometimes the missing piece isn’t about effort or love, it’s understanding how our brains are wired differently.
I specialise in ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, neurodivergent women and relationships, via Telehealth across Australia. Whether you’re navigating a late diagnosis, burnout, PMDD, perimenopause or relationship conflict, I offer a warm, real, neuro-affirming space to be your authentic self.
Siobhan is a caring and compassionate clinical psychologist. She works with adults experiencing Trauma, PTSD, Life transitions, Grief and Loss. Siobhan also works with First Responders and DVA clients often using EMDR to relieve trauma. Siobhan has completed an additional year of training & mentoring to become an 'Accredited EMDR Practitioner' with the EMDR Association of Australia. Appointments are available online or in person.
Siobhan is a caring and compassionate clinical psychologist. She works with adults experiencing Trauma, PTSD, Life transitions, Grief and Loss. Siobhan also works with First Responders and DVA clients often using EMDR to relieve trauma. Siobhan has completed an additional year of training & mentoring to become an 'Accredited EMDR Practitioner' with the EMDR Association of Australia. Appointments are available online or in person.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a Master of Social Work, Master in Counselling and Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology and have been running a successful practice since 2002. I look to ensure a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship putting people at ease and providing a safe non-judgmental environment. I work with people registered with NDIS, DVA, Work Safe, GP Referral and Self Referral. I do not charge a gap for people with social services cards. I am skilled in several psychological frameworks including CBT, DBT and EFT (tapping).
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a Master of Social Work, Master in Counselling and Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology and have been running a successful practice since 2002. I look to ensure a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship putting people at ease and providing a safe non-judgmental environment. I work with people registered with NDIS, DVA, Work Safe, GP Referral and Self Referral. I do not charge a gap for people with social services cards. I am skilled in several psychological frameworks including CBT, DBT and EFT (tapping).
I am passionate about supporting people to regain a sense of safety and connection within their body, mind, emotions, and relationships. I prioritise creating a therapeutic space grounded in safety, trust, and genuine connection. Over the past 10 years, I have worked primarily with adults who have experienced abuse, violence, and other adverse or traumatic experiences, both in childhood and adulthood. I support people who may be living with the impacts of these experiences, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss and a disrupted sense of safety and connection. I incorporate EMDR, Somatic, ACT, Parts and Creative Therapies.
I am passionate about supporting people to regain a sense of safety and connection within their body, mind, emotions, and relationships. I prioritise creating a therapeutic space grounded in safety, trust, and genuine connection. Over the past 10 years, I have worked primarily with adults who have experienced abuse, violence, and other adverse or traumatic experiences, both in childhood and adulthood. I support people who may be living with the impacts of these experiences, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss and a disrupted sense of safety and connection. I incorporate EMDR, Somatic, ACT, Parts and Creative Therapies.
Georgia is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who has a passion for supporting clients navigating periods of stress related to uncertainty and change, including individuals who appear highly capable externally, while managing significant internal stress.
Georgia has supported adults across community mental health services, hospitals, residential services and private practice settings, such as those seeking support for: Stress management, Adjustment to life changes, Perfectionism/burnout, Self-esteem and confidence, Anxiety, Low Mood and depression, Sleep and relaxation difficulties, and Interpersonal and relationship challenges.
Georgia is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who has a passion for supporting clients navigating periods of stress related to uncertainty and change, including individuals who appear highly capable externally, while managing significant internal stress.
Georgia has supported adults across community mental health services, hospitals, residential services and private practice settings, such as those seeking support for: Stress management, Adjustment to life changes, Perfectionism/burnout, Self-esteem and confidence, Anxiety, Low Mood and depression, Sleep and relaxation difficulties, and Interpersonal and relationship challenges.
Melissa Halliwell: Counselling for Life’s Challenges & Lasting Peace
Welcome. If you are navigating life’s challenges, managing overwhelming emotions, or moving through a significant season of change, you don’t have to carry it alone. As an Accredited Member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), I provide a safe, trauma-informed, and deeply supportive space for individuals and families from all walks of life.
Whether you are managing daily anxiety, exploring aspects of identity and sexuality, or adapting to major health changes, I tailor my practice to your unique needs. I utilise evidence-based therapies, including CBT
Melissa Halliwell: Counselling for Life’s Challenges & Lasting Peace
Welcome. If you are navigating life’s challenges, managing overwhelming emotions, or moving through a significant season of change, you don’t have to carry it alone. As an Accredited Member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), I provide a safe, trauma-informed, and deeply supportive space for individuals and families from all walks of life.
Whether you are managing daily anxiety, exploring aspects of identity and sexuality, or adapting to major health changes, I tailor my practice to your unique needs. I utilise evidence-based therapies, including CBT
As a Registered Mental Health Counsellor with years of professional experience, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals on their mental health journeys. I provide therapy with compassion and expertise, helping clients from diverse cultural and personal backgrounds navigate the challenges they face with empathy and understanding. At the heart of my practice is the belief that everyone deserves a safe and accepting space to share their thoughts, emotions, and experiences without fear of judgment. I strive to create an environment where clients feel heard and understood, fostering trust and collaboration as we work together
As a Registered Mental Health Counsellor with years of professional experience, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals on their mental health journeys. I provide therapy with compassion and expertise, helping clients from diverse cultural and personal backgrounds navigate the challenges they face with empathy and understanding. At the heart of my practice is the belief that everyone deserves a safe and accepting space to share their thoughts, emotions, and experiences without fear of judgment. I strive to create an environment where clients feel heard and understood, fostering trust and collaboration as we work together
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Are you struggling with your relationships, mood, anxiety or any other issues and problems? If so it is my mission to provide a therapeutic approach that is based on respect, collaboration, transparency and a meaningful connection with my clients. I use evidence based therapies tailored to an approach that best suits your needs. My dedication is to provide an environment where you feel safe, heard and understood. Helping people achieve their therapeutic goals has been my passion and a privilege for the past 20 years.
Parenting.
Are you struggling with your relationships, mood, anxiety or any other issues and problems? If so it is my mission to provide a therapeutic approach that is based on respect, collaboration, transparency and a meaningful connection with my clients. I use evidence based therapies tailored to an approach that best suits your needs. My dedication is to provide an environment where you feel safe, heard and understood. Helping people achieve their therapeutic goals has been my passion and a privilege for the past 20 years.
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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.