Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Psychologists and Therapists in Caulfield, VIC
As a dedicated and interpersonal child and parent psychotherapist, I specialise in counselling and therapeutically coaching parents and/or carers using Filial and Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, an approach that is backed by neuroscience and is strictly evidence-based. I see parents of children with psychological, psychosocial and communication issues, including Neurodivergent children and children with developmental delays or disabilities, through the individualised therapeutic involvement with parents and/or carers. I have a special interest in Integrating Child-Centred Play Therapy with Gestalt speech acquisition.
As a dedicated and interpersonal child and parent psychotherapist, I specialise in counselling and therapeutically coaching parents and/or carers using Filial and Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, an approach that is backed by neuroscience and is strictly evidence-based. I see parents of children with psychological, psychosocial and communication issues, including Neurodivergent children and children with developmental delays or disabilities, through the individualised therapeutic involvement with parents and/or carers. I have a special interest in Integrating Child-Centred Play Therapy with Gestalt speech acquisition.
Welcome to Internal Sunshine, where we embrace a holistic approach to your well-being, valuing every facet of who you are – your mind, body, soul, and social connections. Here, we understand that your spiritual beliefs, values, and sense of purpose are integral parts of your journey. Our therapy is grounded in anti-racism, affirming principles, and deep respect for your experiences and resilience. We're also committed to a neuroaffirming practice in therapy, which means we recognize and celebrate the diverse ways individuals process and engage with the world.
Welcome to Internal Sunshine, where we embrace a holistic approach to your well-being, valuing every facet of who you are – your mind, body, soul, and social connections. Here, we understand that your spiritual beliefs, values, and sense of purpose are integral parts of your journey. Our therapy is grounded in anti-racism, affirming principles, and deep respect for your experiences and resilience. We're also committed to a neuroaffirming practice in therapy, which means we recognize and celebrate the diverse ways individuals process and engage with the world.
If your relationship has hit a bad patch, you have ongoing conflict or have grown apart, I can heIp you. If you wish to improve your communication skills or learn how to manage conflict, then seriously consider calling me. I have the skills and experience to work jointly with you and your partner. I specialised in Relationship Counselling at Relationships Australia and have worked with couples and families for more than 20 years. My training also includes Clinical Family Therapy and I can support you with the parenting of your children.
If your relationship has hit a bad patch, you have ongoing conflict or have grown apart, I can heIp you. If you wish to improve your communication skills or learn how to manage conflict, then seriously consider calling me. I have the skills and experience to work jointly with you and your partner. I specialised in Relationship Counselling at Relationships Australia and have worked with couples and families for more than 20 years. My training also includes Clinical Family Therapy and I can support you with the parenting of your children.
Rachel is a compassionate Psychologist dedicated to providing support to individuals across the lifespan, from children to adolescents and adults, who are navigating a variety of challenges. With experience in Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders, family violence and physical disabilities, Rachel brings a comprehensive approach to her practice. She believes in the power of strengths-based intervention plans tailored to each person’s unique needs, fostering a sense of empowerment and agency.
Rachel is a compassionate Psychologist dedicated to providing support to individuals across the lifespan, from children to adolescents and adults, who are navigating a variety of challenges. With experience in Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders, family violence and physical disabilities, Rachel brings a comprehensive approach to her practice. She believes in the power of strengths-based intervention plans tailored to each person’s unique needs, fostering a sense of empowerment and agency.
I specialise in developing an understanding of and treating children, adolescents and adults struggling to cope with challenges related to the past. I treat behavioural difficulties, emotional dysregulation and a broad range of presentations due to complex trauma. I have a particular interest in early life experience and the impact on attachment relationships. I am referred patients through Psychiatrists, Paediatricians, GPs and families seeking an alternative treatment to the usual medication focussed response to ADHD, ODD and ADD presentations and abuse. I undertake psychodynamic assessment and treatment that gets great results.
I specialise in developing an understanding of and treating children, adolescents and adults struggling to cope with challenges related to the past. I treat behavioural difficulties, emotional dysregulation and a broad range of presentations due to complex trauma. I have a particular interest in early life experience and the impact on attachment relationships. I am referred patients through Psychiatrists, Paediatricians, GPs and families seeking an alternative treatment to the usual medication focussed response to ADHD, ODD and ADD presentations and abuse. I undertake psychodynamic assessment and treatment that gets great results.
I have over 10 years experience in working with complex issues. I like to work with all types of people and all types of difficulties. I offer an opportunity to explore your life and yourself and for you gain insight into your behaviour in a non-judgmental and safe space. I am comfortable with short-term or long term therapy.
I have over 10 years experience in working with complex issues. I like to work with all types of people and all types of difficulties. I offer an opportunity to explore your life and yourself and for you gain insight into your behaviour in a non-judgmental and safe space. I am comfortable with short-term or long term therapy.
Hello, I'm Lucy, a senior clinical psychologist with a wealth of training and experience working with diverse presentations, such as: anxiety, depression, parenting, behavioural problems, burnout, perfectionism, stage-of-life challenges, self-esteem, individuation, confidence, assertiveness, trauma, complex PTSD, attachment issues, relationship difficulties, emotional neglect, grief and loss, adjustment and coping with change, learning difficulties and differences, school and academic issues, bullying, neurodiversity (eg. ASD and ADHD), social skills, relationship difficulties, self-harm, suicidal ideation, work and career problems.
Hello, I'm Lucy, a senior clinical psychologist with a wealth of training and experience working with diverse presentations, such as: anxiety, depression, parenting, behavioural problems, burnout, perfectionism, stage-of-life challenges, self-esteem, individuation, confidence, assertiveness, trauma, complex PTSD, attachment issues, relationship difficulties, emotional neglect, grief and loss, adjustment and coping with change, learning difficulties and differences, school and academic issues, bullying, neurodiversity (eg. ASD and ADHD), social skills, relationship difficulties, self-harm, suicidal ideation, work and career problems.
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A professional and dedicated psychologist working with children, adolescents, families and adults, with over twenty years experience. Wendy is a client centred therapist who is trained in CBT, ACT, DBT, Mindfulness, IPT, play therapy, child parent relationship therapy, schema therapy, self compassion, Gottmans couples and more. She received Honours in psychology at Deakin University.
A professional and dedicated psychologist working with children, adolescents, families and adults, with over twenty years experience. Wendy is a client centred therapist who is trained in CBT, ACT, DBT, Mindfulness, IPT, play therapy, child parent relationship therapy, schema therapy, self compassion, Gottmans couples and more. She received Honours in psychology at Deakin University.
I am a Psychologist who loves to bring positive change in people's lives. My approach is caring, non judgemental and compassionate based. I have experience in working with adults, teens and children and treatment of various mental health difficulties including, anxiety, depression, BPD, PTSD, Complex PTSD, and grief. I do neurodevelopmental assessments and treatment including autism, ADHD, Learning Difficulties, Intellectual and behavioural difficulties.
I am a Psychologist who loves to bring positive change in people's lives. My approach is caring, non judgemental and compassionate based. I have experience in working with adults, teens and children and treatment of various mental health difficulties including, anxiety, depression, BPD, PTSD, Complex PTSD, and grief. I do neurodevelopmental assessments and treatment including autism, ADHD, Learning Difficulties, Intellectual and behavioural difficulties.
You may be experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood, irritability, or feelings of low motivation or apathy, and would like to find ways to improve your mental health. Perhaps your child or teenager is experiencing these kinds of negative feelings and emotions. In your family or as a couple, poor communication may be causing feelings of stress and tension. To live with greater peace and purpose, seeking professional psychological help can be a first step. Specific goals that you and the psychologist set can help to establish a pathway for change, and this can help clients experience positive growth and change.
You may be experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood, irritability, or feelings of low motivation or apathy, and would like to find ways to improve your mental health. Perhaps your child or teenager is experiencing these kinds of negative feelings and emotions. In your family or as a couple, poor communication may be causing feelings of stress and tension. To live with greater peace and purpose, seeking professional psychological help can be a first step. Specific goals that you and the psychologist set can help to establish a pathway for change, and this can help clients experience positive growth and change.
I assist clients that require therapy in the areas of anxiety, substance abuse (and/or other addictions), depression. My focus is on working with individual and couple's towards personal development and goal setting. Every client is unique, hence, requires a personal counselling approach that is catered entirely for them. As a therapist, i work with various approaches such as: CBT, ACT, humanistic approach and TRTP (trauma therapy) amongst many other(s).
I assist clients that require therapy in the areas of anxiety, substance abuse (and/or other addictions), depression. My focus is on working with individual and couple's towards personal development and goal setting. Every client is unique, hence, requires a personal counselling approach that is catered entirely for them. As a therapist, i work with various approaches such as: CBT, ACT, humanistic approach and TRTP (trauma therapy) amongst many other(s).
I have more than 20 years experience with complex mental health issues across the age spectrum. I offer a kind, empathetic service to families and individuals using my skills as a family therapist and mental health clinician. I welcome individuals and families who represent marginalised communities, (neurodiverse, LGBTQIA, culturally diverse, and anyone who has ever been “othered”) and provide a service that is inclusive and affirming whilst utilising an anti racist and decolonized lens.
I have more than 20 years experience with complex mental health issues across the age spectrum. I offer a kind, empathetic service to families and individuals using my skills as a family therapist and mental health clinician. I welcome individuals and families who represent marginalised communities, (neurodiverse, LGBTQIA, culturally diverse, and anyone who has ever been “othered”) and provide a service that is inclusive and affirming whilst utilising an anti racist and decolonized lens.
Many clients are presented with psychological and emotional symptoms of depression and anxiety disorders. These symptoms are usually a manifestations of underlying issues and unhappiness they may have been experiencing. They often sought help to get relief from such symptoms. In collaboration with the client, assessment and goal formulation, the underlying issues maybe identified and dealt with.
Many clients are presented with psychological and emotional symptoms of depression and anxiety disorders. These symptoms are usually a manifestations of underlying issues and unhappiness they may have been experiencing. They often sought help to get relief from such symptoms. In collaboration with the client, assessment and goal formulation, the underlying issues maybe identified and dealt with.
I help people experiencing emotional distress, trauma or grief, or striving to create a nurturing home amid complex family dynamics. You may feel overwhelmed, uncertain and longing for relief. You need to reduce distress, improve communication, build confidence, resilience and stronger relationships. You want practical strategies, gentle insights and compassionate guidance that honours your experience and empowers you to find balance, hope and meaning. We work at your pace. You may also be supporting loved ones with autism or ADHD; together we tailor routines and coping tools to reclaim wellbeing and connection.
I help people experiencing emotional distress, trauma or grief, or striving to create a nurturing home amid complex family dynamics. You may feel overwhelmed, uncertain and longing for relief. You need to reduce distress, improve communication, build confidence, resilience and stronger relationships. You want practical strategies, gentle insights and compassionate guidance that honours your experience and empowers you to find balance, hope and meaning. We work at your pace. You may also be supporting loved ones with autism or ADHD; together we tailor routines and coping tools to reclaim wellbeing and connection.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure about your next steps in life? You might be facing challenges like stress, anxiety, trauma, or complex family dynamics, such as domestic violence or co-parenting after divorce. Maybe you need support for your child’s emotional or developmental needs. Perhaps you’re looking to build confidence, strengthen relationships, or navigate significant life transitions. You want to feel understood, supported, and empowered to take control of your life. Your goal is to gain clarity, develop strategies, and find balance and independence.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure about your next steps in life? You might be facing challenges like stress, anxiety, trauma, or complex family dynamics, such as domestic violence or co-parenting after divorce. Maybe you need support for your child’s emotional or developmental needs. Perhaps you’re looking to build confidence, strengthen relationships, or navigate significant life transitions. You want to feel understood, supported, and empowered to take control of your life. Your goal is to gain clarity, develop strategies, and find balance and independence.
As a counsellor with over 25 years of experience, I have supported couples, adolescents, families and individuals through all stages of life. My work is rooted in compassion for the pain all humans carry, a curiosity towards the deeper truths beneath the survival stories we learn to tell, and a respect for each person’s inner wisdom to choose the pace of their own growth.
As a counsellor with over 25 years of experience, I have supported couples, adolescents, families and individuals through all stages of life. My work is rooted in compassion for the pain all humans carry, a curiosity towards the deeper truths beneath the survival stories we learn to tell, and a respect for each person’s inner wisdom to choose the pace of their own growth.
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.
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.
I’m a clinical psychologist and educational/developmental psychologist with experience across public and community mental health services, specialist clinics and private practice. My work is informed by psychoanalytic psychotherapy and contemporary clinical psychology, and shaped by careful clinical assessment and formulation. I offer a reflective, therapeutic space that prioritises careful listening, curiosity and clinical responsibility. Rather than focusing only on symptom management, we work to understand the patterns and meanings shaping ongoing difficulties. I work primary with women and non-binary people, adults and children
I’m a clinical psychologist and educational/developmental psychologist with experience across public and community mental health services, specialist clinics and private practice. My work is informed by psychoanalytic psychotherapy and contemporary clinical psychology, and shaped by careful clinical assessment and formulation. I offer a reflective, therapeutic space that prioritises careful listening, curiosity and clinical responsibility. Rather than focusing only on symptom management, we work to understand the patterns and meanings shaping ongoing difficulties. I work primary with women and non-binary people, adults and children
Hi, I'm Francesco, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Board-Approved Supervisor. I support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, emotional regulation difficulties, and major life transitions. I also work extensively with neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and Autism, as well as families seeking support for their child's development, behaviour, or emotional wellbeing. I support both private clients through FC Psychology and NDIS participants through Able Up, providing practical, evidence-based care tailored to each person's needs.
Hi, I'm Francesco, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Board-Approved Supervisor. I support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, emotional regulation difficulties, and major life transitions. I also work extensively with neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and Autism, as well as families seeking support for their child's development, behaviour, or emotional wellbeing. I support both private clients through FC Psychology and NDIS participants through Able Up, providing practical, evidence-based care tailored to each person's needs.
If you are feeling lost in your life or your relationship, I can support and guide you through a difficult time. In a safe and supportive manner with over 30 years of experience, together, we can co-create the type of life and relationship you deserve and aspire to have. I have opened my books and have a lot of availability currently. Check out my relationship podcast The DnA of Mindful Relationships.
If you are feeling lost in your life or your relationship, I can support and guide you through a difficult time. In a safe and supportive manner with over 30 years of experience, together, we can co-create the type of life and relationship you deserve and aspire to have. I have opened my books and have a lot of availability currently. Check out my relationship podcast The DnA of Mindful Relationships.
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Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists
Does parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) work?
PCIT is an evidence-based treatment that has been shown to be effective across domains, including for children with behavioural problems, those on the autism spectrum, and those who have experienced early childhood trauma. Further, studies have found that the skills developed through PCIT benefit not only the child in therapy but also siblings, as the parent internalises lessons learned in sessions and is able to incorporate them into interactions with other family members.
How long does PCIT last?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and treatment lasts, on average, between 12 and 20 sessions. Factors that influence treatment duration include how regularly a client attends treatment, how much progress is achieved between sessions, the particular skills that need development, and the extent to which the parent and therapist see improvement.
Can PCIT be done online?
PCIT is among the therapy types best suited for video sessions. Therapists are able to communicate with parents with essentially the same ease, and by observing the parent and child at home in their normal environment, the therapist may gain additional insight into their interactions, as the child will have their normal toys and may feel more comfortable and act more naturally than they would in a therapist’s room.
Does PCIT help parents?
In addition to the skills parents develop through the treatment, PCIT has also been shown to reduce frustration, stress, and depression in parents and promote confidence and a sense of calm when dealing with their children. The desired outcomes of PCIT include a reduction in defiant and aggressive behaviour by children and an improvement in communicating their feelings productively, complying with parental instruction, and behaving according to parents’ rules. Growth in these areas can be a relief for parents.