Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in Bulleen, VIC
Clients come to see me with various issues; primarily relationship complexities and communication. In a safe space, I work cohesively with them to provide the clarity and solutions. I am passionate about providing support with relationship counselling - either with the individual self, between couples and/or family members. I believe it’s often the open communication, ability to listen with empathy and love, which creates the most powerful resolution. This is created through utilising various psychological theories and practices. What if the clallenges, aren't the problem, rather a guidance to the life you're meant to live?
Clients come to see me with various issues; primarily relationship complexities and communication. In a safe space, I work cohesively with them to provide the clarity and solutions. I am passionate about providing support with relationship counselling - either with the individual self, between couples and/or family members. I believe it’s often the open communication, ability to listen with empathy and love, which creates the most powerful resolution. This is created through utilising various psychological theories and practices. What if the clallenges, aren't the problem, rather a guidance to the life you're meant to live?
I am a registered clinical psychologist in Melbourne. I speak Persian/Farsi and English. I understand Dari as well. I am registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and the Australian Psychological Society (APS). I was also a registered psychologist in Iran with over 8 years of experience in clinical settings. I received my Ph.D. degree in Psychology from Monash University. As part of my Ph.D. research, I assessed and wrote case studies for patients with DSM-5 personality disorder criteria in Monash Health to formulate their cognitive and behavioral problems.
I am a registered clinical psychologist in Melbourne. I speak Persian/Farsi and English. I understand Dari as well. I am registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and the Australian Psychological Society (APS). I was also a registered psychologist in Iran with over 8 years of experience in clinical settings. I received my Ph.D. degree in Psychology from Monash University. As part of my Ph.D. research, I assessed and wrote case studies for patients with DSM-5 personality disorder criteria in Monash Health to formulate their cognitive and behavioral problems.
She enjoys providing evidence based treatment to a variety of people with mood and anxiety problems; pain management concerns; physical or psychological injury or illnesses; disordered eating, body image and weight management issues; life changes; grief and loss; parenting and relationship problems; performance and supporting health care professionals; assisting with academic and career issues.
Breeanna's experience has seen her in many roles including as a treating practitioner in local private practice supporting those with a mental health condition, in an acute hospital setting, corporate workplaces and in not for profit disability sector. Her approach to psychological treatment is holistic, warm, empathetic and most importantly evidence based.
She enjoys providing evidence based treatment to a variety of people with mood and anxiety problems; pain management concerns; physical or psychological injury or illnesses; disordered eating, body image and weight management issues; life changes; grief and loss; parenting and relationship problems; performance and supporting health care professionals; assisting with academic and career issues.
Breeanna's experience has seen her in many roles including as a treating practitioner in local private practice supporting those with a mental health condition, in an acute hospital setting, corporate workplaces and in not for profit disability sector. Her approach to psychological treatment is holistic, warm, empathetic and most importantly evidence based.
Sandra is an experienced bilingual clinical psychologist who sees different people from all walks of life, as circumstances bring many of us to therapy at different points or phases in life and for a variety of reasons. Sandra’s therapy setting provides a caring, not judgemental, supportive space where people can feel safe to express themselves and their inner feelings and where the person can have the experience to feel held in an accepting, respectful and empathetic way. This catharsis provides the individual with a freedom to unburden, relax and try to find a new stable foundation for a more fulfilling future and experiences.
Sandra is an experienced bilingual clinical psychologist who sees different people from all walks of life, as circumstances bring many of us to therapy at different points or phases in life and for a variety of reasons. Sandra’s therapy setting provides a caring, not judgemental, supportive space where people can feel safe to express themselves and their inner feelings and where the person can have the experience to feel held in an accepting, respectful and empathetic way. This catharsis provides the individual with a freedom to unburden, relax and try to find a new stable foundation for a more fulfilling future and experiences.
I have been a practising Psychologist since 1991, working in the community sector (NGOs) and running my own practice - providing counselling and psychotherapy to individuals and couples.
I have been a practising Psychologist since 1991, working in the community sector (NGOs) and running my own practice - providing counselling and psychotherapy to individuals and couples.
I have a special interest in treating anxiety disorders (e.g. social anxiety, generalised anxiety, panic attacks), depression, eating disorders (binge eating, bulimia, body image concerns), as well as supporting new parents through pregnancy and postpartum.
Having practiced as a psychologist for 10 years, I’ve learnt the importance of really listening and helping clients to better understand themselves. I tailor treatment based on everyone's unique needs and feedback, but also incorporate practical strategies from evidence-based therapies such as CBT, ACT, Interpersonal Therapy and Schema Therapy.
I have a special interest in treating anxiety disorders (e.g. social anxiety, generalised anxiety, panic attacks), depression, eating disorders (binge eating, bulimia, body image concerns), as well as supporting new parents through pregnancy and postpartum.
Having practiced as a psychologist for 10 years, I’ve learnt the importance of really listening and helping clients to better understand themselves. I tailor treatment based on everyone's unique needs and feedback, but also incorporate practical strategies from evidence-based therapies such as CBT, ACT, Interpersonal Therapy and Schema Therapy.
Adrian Del Monaco
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Adrian enjoys working with a range of psychological and interpersonal issues, including anxiety, anger management, personality disorders, trauma, self-harm, relationship difficulties, bullying, low confidence, loss and grief, and depression. Adrian has particular experience working with adolescents and young adults, which usually involves families, friends, partners, teachers, and other professionals. Adrian also has a separate interest in those who participate in sport or performance-based activity. Adrian’s therapeutic approach is informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Schema Therapy.
Adrian enjoys working with a range of psychological and interpersonal issues, including anxiety, anger management, personality disorders, trauma, self-harm, relationship difficulties, bullying, low confidence, loss and grief, and depression. Adrian has particular experience working with adolescents and young adults, which usually involves families, friends, partners, teachers, and other professionals. Adrian also has a separate interest in those who participate in sport or performance-based activity. Adrian’s therapeutic approach is informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Schema Therapy.
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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.
As a professionally trained and experienced counselor, I establish a positive, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with my clients to provide a safe environment in which they can explore whatever issues they are facing and find the solutions that are most effective for them. Life is difficult, and everyone needs someone to talk to. My personal dedication focuses on genuine empathy, understanding, and guidance through the therapy process to help accomplish the client's goals and personal wellness. I speak English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien and Malay.
My specialty : Child and Adolescent counselling, Parenting, Life Coaching, Me
As a professionally trained and experienced counselor, I establish a positive, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with my clients to provide a safe environment in which they can explore whatever issues they are facing and find the solutions that are most effective for them. Life is difficult, and everyone needs someone to talk to. My personal dedication focuses on genuine empathy, understanding, and guidance through the therapy process to help accomplish the client's goals and personal wellness. I speak English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien and Malay.
My specialty : Child and Adolescent counselling, Parenting, Life Coaching, Me
My areas of focus include trauma, attachment and relationship work, couples counselling, perinatal and parenting counselling.
Clients seek me out when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly struggling, often functioning well on the outside while feeling disconnected, anxious, or uncertain inside. They may be experiencing difficulties in their relationships, navigating parenthood or the perinatal period, recovering from complex or relational trauma, or noticing repeated patterns in how they relate to others that leave them feeling hurt, unseen, or alone. I offer a space where individuals and couples can be deeply heard, and explore their inner world to make sense of their experiences and work on a pathway to the highest quality of life.
My areas of focus include trauma, attachment and relationship work, couples counselling, perinatal and parenting counselling.
Clients seek me out when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly struggling, often functioning well on the outside while feeling disconnected, anxious, or uncertain inside. They may be experiencing difficulties in their relationships, navigating parenthood or the perinatal period, recovering from complex or relational trauma, or noticing repeated patterns in how they relate to others that leave them feeling hurt, unseen, or alone. I offer a space where individuals and couples can be deeply heard, and explore their inner world to make sense of their experiences and work on a pathway to the highest quality of life.
As a multilingual psychotherapist, I specialise in supporting clients through complex challenges such as trauma, grief, anxiety, substance abuse, body dysmorphia, couples and individual therapy etc. I create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and understood. Using tailored approaches like PCT, CBT, DBT, Gestalt, Mindfulness, and Art therapy, I aim to empower you to overcome emotional and behavioural difficulties, achieve personal growth, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. My goal is to guide you towards lasting positive change and resilience, helping you find balance and purpose in your life.
As a multilingual psychotherapist, I specialise in supporting clients through complex challenges such as trauma, grief, anxiety, substance abuse, body dysmorphia, couples and individual therapy etc. I create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and understood. Using tailored approaches like PCT, CBT, DBT, Gestalt, Mindfulness, and Art therapy, I aim to empower you to overcome emotional and behavioural difficulties, achieve personal growth, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. My goal is to guide you towards lasting positive change and resilience, helping you find balance and purpose in your life.
I’m a registered psychologist offering telehealth across Australia for neurodivergent adolescents and adults, and for parents and carers of children with developmental differences or complex/rare health conditions.
I work collaboratively and practically using evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, and REBT that can be adapted to suit neurodivergent ways of thinking, feeling, and processing. Therapy is guided by your goals and circumstances, with a focus on reducing distress and building workable strategies for when life feels uncertain or can’t easily be “fixed”
I’m a registered psychologist offering telehealth across Australia for neurodivergent adolescents and adults, and for parents and carers of children with developmental differences or complex/rare health conditions.
I work collaboratively and practically using evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, and REBT that can be adapted to suit neurodivergent ways of thinking, feeling, and processing. Therapy is guided by your goals and circumstances, with a focus on reducing distress and building workable strategies for when life feels uncertain or can’t easily be “fixed”
I work with clients from all walks of life who are seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and lasting change. Psychological distress can present in many areas of life, such as anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy, identity, boundaries, play, work and vitality. Support and exploration of your individual experiences and the underlying meaning can provide insight and greater integration of the unconscious, providing relief from internal conflicts and previous maladaptive ways of functioning.
I work with clients from all walks of life who are seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and lasting change. Psychological distress can present in many areas of life, such as anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy, identity, boundaries, play, work and vitality. Support and exploration of your individual experiences and the underlying meaning can provide insight and greater integration of the unconscious, providing relief from internal conflicts and previous maladaptive ways of functioning.
Meghan supports children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, low confidence, emotional overwhelm, school stress, life transitions, grief, and family challenges. Many clients come needing a safe space to talk and practical strategies to manage big feelings. At Knox Mindfulness, our team provides supportive, age-appropriate counselling that builds confidence, emotional regulation, and resilience so young people can feel more secure and capable in daily life.
Meghan supports children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, low confidence, emotional overwhelm, school stress, life transitions, grief, and family challenges. Many clients come needing a safe space to talk and practical strategies to manage big feelings. At Knox Mindfulness, our team provides supportive, age-appropriate counselling that builds confidence, emotional regulation, and resilience so young people can feel more secure and capable in daily life.
As a Registered Play Therapist & Supervisor (APTA) & PACFA Clinical Counsellor, Kind Connections supports children aged 3 - 10 years with a range of neurodevelopmental challenges & difficulties. With a passion for supporting adoptive, foster & kinship familes, my approach combines extensive experience as a trauma counsellor, Synergetic Play Therapy & EMDR, in a 'playful' way to support the child's healing process.
As a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, I offer Supervision to Play Therapists via Telehealth, especially those working toward their registration.
As a Registered Play Therapist & Supervisor (APTA) & PACFA Clinical Counsellor, Kind Connections supports children aged 3 - 10 years with a range of neurodevelopmental challenges & difficulties. With a passion for supporting adoptive, foster & kinship familes, my approach combines extensive experience as a trauma counsellor, Synergetic Play Therapy & EMDR, in a 'playful' way to support the child's healing process.
As a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, I offer Supervision to Play Therapists via Telehealth, especially those working toward their registration.
Most parents mean well and do their best but because our culture is generally ignorant about the early needs of children the child has to learn how to adapt.
I can help you to understand where these thoughts and behaviours originate and I also help you be in touch with your Central Nervous System which is greatly shaped by by early experiences. I use Schema Therapy EMDR and many other approaches. I am passionate about helping women to self actualize.
Most parents mean well and do their best but because our culture is generally ignorant about the early needs of children the child has to learn how to adapt.
I can help you to understand where these thoughts and behaviours originate and I also help you be in touch with your Central Nervous System which is greatly shaped by by early experiences. I use Schema Therapy EMDR and many other approaches. I am passionate about helping women to self actualize.
A Clinical Psychologist and Director of Mullum Rd Clinic (Ringwood, ELTHAM, Warrandyte and Croydon). Working with Neurodivergent individuals.. Unique approach with Therapy dogs and other animals being incorporated into therapy sessions (Animal Assisted Therapy). Also offering Equine Assisted Therapy. These approaches are often sought out by individuals who have found room base therapy to be ineffective. Clients who have an interest in nature, the outdoors and animals are usually drawn to this approach.
A Clinical Psychologist and Director of Mullum Rd Clinic (Ringwood, ELTHAM, Warrandyte and Croydon). Working with Neurodivergent individuals.. Unique approach with Therapy dogs and other animals being incorporated into therapy sessions (Animal Assisted Therapy). Also offering Equine Assisted Therapy. These approaches are often sought out by individuals who have found room base therapy to be ineffective. Clients who have an interest in nature, the outdoors and animals are usually drawn to this approach.
Ellen has a special interest in working with trauma and parenting challenges.
Ellen provides therapy which is tailored to the individual needs of the person and informed by a range of evidence-based treatment approaches.
Ellen has a special interest in working with trauma and parenting challenges.
Ellen provides therapy which is tailored to the individual needs of the person and informed by a range of evidence-based treatment approaches.
Emily Varga - Sunbury Child and Family Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Sunbury, VIC 3429
She works to help each person feel empowered to be themselves, build better friendships, relationships with parents and community, to manage their mental health and to enjoy valued activities including education.
Emily works creatively, drawing on evidence based theory from a variety of disciplines and psychological approaches, to help meet your treatment needs.
She works to help each person feel empowered to be themselves, build better friendships, relationships with parents and community, to manage their mental health and to enjoy valued activities including education.
Emily works creatively, drawing on evidence based theory from a variety of disciplines and psychological approaches, to help meet your treatment needs.
I support people in life transitions such as expectant and new parents, teens and families navigating school attendance challenges and fatigue, and people experiencing or caring for loved ones with life-limiting illnesses.
Hi! I’m Nina, an EMDR therapist, registered counsellor and teacher. If you're having a challenging time, it's great that you are considering finding someone to chat with about it. Life is wonderful and it can also be hard when we go through grief, traumatic events, and the exhaustion of prolonged stress. There are lots of things you can do to make things better, so keep exploring. You are stronger than you think you are, and although healing takes time and energy, it is absolutely possible and very worth the journey.
I support people in life transitions such as expectant and new parents, teens and families navigating school attendance challenges and fatigue, and people experiencing or caring for loved ones with life-limiting illnesses.
Hi! I’m Nina, an EMDR therapist, registered counsellor and teacher. If you're having a challenging time, it's great that you are considering finding someone to chat with about it. Life is wonderful and it can also be hard when we go through grief, traumatic events, and the exhaustion of prolonged stress. There are lots of things you can do to make things better, so keep exploring. You are stronger than you think you are, and although healing takes time and energy, it is absolutely possible and very worth the journey.
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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.