Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in Doncaster East, VIC
I help families, couples, and individuals navigate life's most challenging seasons. My work focuses on supporting adolescents with high-risk behaviours and helping couples and families repair their relationships. I also provide dedicated individual therapy for mental health needs across diverse cultural backgrounds. With a background in youth justice and complex needs, I use a strengths-based approach to help you develop new perspectives. As a bilingual therapist fluent in English and Cantonese, I am committed to creating a safe, supportive space for you to heal and grow.
I help families, couples, and individuals navigate life's most challenging seasons. My work focuses on supporting adolescents with high-risk behaviours and helping couples and families repair their relationships. I also provide dedicated individual therapy for mental health needs across diverse cultural backgrounds. With a background in youth justice and complex needs, I use a strengths-based approach to help you develop new perspectives. As a bilingual therapist fluent in English and Cantonese, I am committed to creating a safe, supportive space for you to heal and grow.
Anxiety and mood disorders, personality disorder, parenting challenges, online issues, separated families.
I offer over 20 years experience with complex presentations and family work. Trauma and complex trauma specialist. Evidence based risk assessments and interventions. Self harm and complex high risk behaviours.
Anxiety and mood disorders, personality disorder, parenting challenges, online issues, separated families.
I offer over 20 years experience with complex presentations and family work. Trauma and complex trauma specialist. Evidence based risk assessments and interventions. Self harm and complex high risk behaviours.
I welcome individuals navigating challenges such as depression, stress and anxiety, as well as those encountering relationship and family conflicts. Additionally, I offer coaching to support your personal development journey. In a safe and supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to explore your feelings and experiences freely. Together, we will work to develop effective coping strategies and cultivate resilience to overcome your struggles. My ultimate goal is to empower you on your path to emotional well-being and personal growth, enabling you to lead a fulfilling and satisfying life.
I welcome individuals navigating challenges such as depression, stress and anxiety, as well as those encountering relationship and family conflicts. Additionally, I offer coaching to support your personal development journey. In a safe and supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to explore your feelings and experiences freely. Together, we will work to develop effective coping strategies and cultivate resilience to overcome your struggles. My ultimate goal is to empower you on your path to emotional well-being and personal growth, enabling you to lead a fulfilling and satisfying life.
You may look like you’re coping on the outside, while internally feeling stuck in patterns like overthinking, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or self-doubt. Or maybe you've spent years looking after everyone else, but struggle to extend the same compassion to yourself.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, self-aware and high-functioning, but still find themselves caught in patterns they can’t seem to shift.
Therapy can help you understand where these patterns come from—and begin creating meaningful, lasting change.
You may look like you’re coping on the outside, while internally feeling stuck in patterns like overthinking, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or self-doubt. Or maybe you've spent years looking after everyone else, but struggle to extend the same compassion to yourself.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, self-aware and high-functioning, but still find themselves caught in patterns they can’t seem to shift.
Therapy can help you understand where these patterns come from—and begin creating meaningful, lasting change.
Hello, I'm Toula, with 11 years experience, counselling. My passion lies in nurturing relationships, families and individuals. I offer a unique perspective to understand your world and challenges better. I specialize in individual sessions, as well as working with families and couples. While group sessions may present challenges, they often yield significant benefits. With expertise in Grief Counseling, Relationship Counseling, Crisis Counseling, Coaching, and Case Management, I am equipped to guide you through various life situations.
Hello, I'm Toula, with 11 years experience, counselling. My passion lies in nurturing relationships, families and individuals. I offer a unique perspective to understand your world and challenges better. I specialize in individual sessions, as well as working with families and couples. While group sessions may present challenges, they often yield significant benefits. With expertise in Grief Counseling, Relationship Counseling, Crisis Counseling, Coaching, and Case Management, I am equipped to guide you through various life situations.
When you feel anxious, isolated, stuck or struggling, it’s hard to keep going. But you are a unique, complex human who deserves acceptance and care – from yourself and from the world. Let’s find that together. Especially if you are struggling with identity, purpose, self-worth or anxiety. Especially if you carry hurt or shame from feeling “different". I'm a gentle and compassionate listener and would love to share ways to cope with life now, find hope for what’s ahead, and plan purposeful steps forward. I can meet in-person (private consulting room or walk-and-talk), online or by phone, and at times that suit you.
When you feel anxious, isolated, stuck or struggling, it’s hard to keep going. But you are a unique, complex human who deserves acceptance and care – from yourself and from the world. Let’s find that together. Especially if you are struggling with identity, purpose, self-worth or anxiety. Especially if you carry hurt or shame from feeling “different". I'm a gentle and compassionate listener and would love to share ways to cope with life now, find hope for what’s ahead, and plan purposeful steps forward. I can meet in-person (private consulting room or walk-and-talk), online or by phone, and at times that suit you.
I am a bilingual (English and Chinese) Mandarin speaking psychologist specialised in conducting psycho-educational assessments for children and adolescents with Specific Learning Disorders, Intellectual Disability and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Aside from conducting assessments, I also has extensive experience providing therapy to both children, adolescents, and adults. Prior to my return to Melbourne, I was the lead psychologist for a child rehabilitation clinic in Shanghai and has worked as a psychologist in various schools across Australia. WECHAT: newmindspsychology
I am a bilingual (English and Chinese) Mandarin speaking psychologist specialised in conducting psycho-educational assessments for children and adolescents with Specific Learning Disorders, Intellectual Disability and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Aside from conducting assessments, I also has extensive experience providing therapy to both children, adolescents, and adults. Prior to my return to Melbourne, I was the lead psychologist for a child rehabilitation clinic in Shanghai and has worked as a psychologist in various schools across Australia. WECHAT: newmindspsychology
Gigi is a Clincial, Educational and Developmental Psychologist. She completed her Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology at the University of Melbourne.
She has a strong interest in supporting and empowering neurodivergent clients, particularly girls, women, and gender-diverse individuals. Gigi is committed to providing neurodiversity-affirming assessment and therapy by valuing each client’s lived experiences and honouring their unique ways of communicating. Gigi is also passionate about supporting clients from intergenerational migrant backgrounds to navigate cultural identity, expectations, and belonging.
Gigi is a Clincial, Educational and Developmental Psychologist. She completed her Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology at the University of Melbourne.
She has a strong interest in supporting and empowering neurodivergent clients, particularly girls, women, and gender-diverse individuals. Gigi is committed to providing neurodiversity-affirming assessment and therapy by valuing each client’s lived experiences and honouring their unique ways of communicating. Gigi is also passionate about supporting clients from intergenerational migrant backgrounds to navigate cultural identity, expectations, and belonging.
Consequently, she also has a passion for supporting parents and carers.
Danielle offers assistance with: Autistic burnout, Life adjustments (such as beginning tertiary education or entering the workforce), Trauma, Navigating Relationships, Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), Anxiety (Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, Generalised Anxiety), Depression, Low self-esteem, Assertiveness Training, Parenting and Carer support.
Consequently, she also has a passion for supporting parents and carers.
Danielle offers assistance with: Autistic burnout, Life adjustments (such as beginning tertiary education or entering the workforce), Trauma, Navigating Relationships, Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), Anxiety (Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, Generalised Anxiety), Depression, Low self-esteem, Assertiveness Training, Parenting and Carer support.
Hi I'm Naomi, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Resource Therapist. I have an honest, kind, understanding, non judgemental approach, listening to what you need help with and here to support you with life's challenges. Feeling stuck in old patterns that aren't helping anymore? And you're ready to change! With a narrative counselling style, I first listen to your story; how did you manage before, what are your strengths, what do you value in life? What is important to you in a relationship/friendship and what do you like about yourself? I use Resource Therapy to help the injured part of you heal.
Hi I'm Naomi, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Resource Therapist. I have an honest, kind, understanding, non judgemental approach, listening to what you need help with and here to support you with life's challenges. Feeling stuck in old patterns that aren't helping anymore? And you're ready to change! With a narrative counselling style, I first listen to your story; how did you manage before, what are your strengths, what do you value in life? What is important to you in a relationship/friendship and what do you like about yourself? I use Resource Therapy to help the injured part of you heal.
I am a psychologist and art therapist, with 10 years of clinical experience. I have worked with adults, young people, and couples in a variety of public and private health settings including community health, inpatient programs, and relationship support services such as Relationships Australia and SHIPS. My therapeutic work is informed by the following approaches: Internal Family Systems Model, Art Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Couples Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I am a psychologist and art therapist, with 10 years of clinical experience. I have worked with adults, young people, and couples in a variety of public and private health settings including community health, inpatient programs, and relationship support services such as Relationships Australia and SHIPS. My therapeutic work is informed by the following approaches: Internal Family Systems Model, Art Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Couples Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I provide personalised evidence-based assessment and psychotherapy in a warm, collaborative and compassionate environment. I firmly believe that everyone has different goals for therapy and I tailor my approach to individual needs and preferences. I work with a wide range of mental health concerns such as anxiety and anxiety related disorders, depression, trauma, emotion regulation issues, relationship issues, grief and life transitions. I am experienced working with specific issues and mood disturbances that occur in the context of ASD and ADHD.
I provide personalised evidence-based assessment and psychotherapy in a warm, collaborative and compassionate environment. I firmly believe that everyone has different goals for therapy and I tailor my approach to individual needs and preferences. I work with a wide range of mental health concerns such as anxiety and anxiety related disorders, depression, trauma, emotion regulation issues, relationship issues, grief and life transitions. I am experienced working with specific issues and mood disturbances that occur in the context of ASD and ADHD.
I specialise in counselling women, adolescents, and children facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges and life transitions. My approach is warm and collaborative. I listen deeply, affirm your experience, and tailor support to your unique needs. Drawing on evidence-based methods and compassion, I help you build resilience, manage anxiety, improve relationships, and develop healthy coping skills.
I specialise in counselling women, adolescents, and children facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges and life transitions. My approach is warm and collaborative. I listen deeply, affirm your experience, and tailor support to your unique needs. Drawing on evidence-based methods and compassion, I help you build resilience, manage anxiety, improve relationships, and develop healthy coping skills.
Kat has been passionate about supporting adults and children with neurodiversity since 2007. She has specialized in assessment and intervention for individuals with ASD, ADHD, Specific Learning Disability, Intellectual Disability, giftedness, and developmental differences. She is a warm and collaborative clinician with an evidence based and neurodiverse affirming approach to supporting children, adolescents, and adults to reach their individual goals.
Kat has been passionate about supporting adults and children with neurodiversity since 2007. She has specialized in assessment and intervention for individuals with ASD, ADHD, Specific Learning Disability, Intellectual Disability, giftedness, and developmental differences. She is a warm and collaborative clinician with an evidence based and neurodiverse affirming approach to supporting children, adolescents, and adults to reach their individual goals.
You may be navigating work stress, family pressures, loss, past trauma, relationship challenges, depression, anxiety or a general sense of feeling stuck. Counselling offers a supportive space to slow down and reflect on what you are experiencing. Together we work to understand the patterns, experiences and pressures that may be shaping your current situation, with the aim of building insight, strengthening emotional stability and supporting meaningful change.
You may be navigating work stress, family pressures, loss, past trauma, relationship challenges, depression, anxiety or a general sense of feeling stuck. Counselling offers a supportive space to slow down and reflect on what you are experiencing. Together we work to understand the patterns, experiences and pressures that may be shaping your current situation, with the aim of building insight, strengthening emotional stability and supporting meaningful change.
I am a dedicated professional with dual qualifications as a registered Psychologist and Occupational Therapist (non-practising). My career has been shaped by a deep belief in the transformative power of listening, connecting, and nurturing. With a wealth of experience spanning numerous years, I've mostly dedicated myself to providing care within the public mental health sector, specifically focusing on individuals coping with moderate to severe, persistent mental illnesses, from inpatient to outpatient settings.
I am a dedicated professional with dual qualifications as a registered Psychologist and Occupational Therapist (non-practising). My career has been shaped by a deep belief in the transformative power of listening, connecting, and nurturing. With a wealth of experience spanning numerous years, I've mostly dedicated myself to providing care within the public mental health sector, specifically focusing on individuals coping with moderate to severe, persistent mental illnesses, from inpatient to outpatient settings.
More Therapists Nearby
If you’ve found yourself here, I’m guessing life has become harder than it needs to be.
Perhaps you’ve spent years trying harder, only to wonder why it never seemed to get any easier. Maybe you’ve become incredibly good at coping, while privately feeling overwhelmed. Maybe you’ve spent your life feeling misunderstood, or perhaps someone you love is struggling and you don’t know how to reach them anymore.
Whatever has brought you here, I’m glad you found your way.
If you’ve found yourself here, I’m guessing life has become harder than it needs to be.
Perhaps you’ve spent years trying harder, only to wonder why it never seemed to get any easier. Maybe you’ve become incredibly good at coping, while privately feeling overwhelmed. Maybe you’ve spent your life feeling misunderstood, or perhaps someone you love is struggling and you don’t know how to reach them anymore.
Whatever has brought you here, I’m glad you found your way.
I have over 30 years of experience working as a psychologist and have been working with a wide variety of clients including children, adolescents and adults. My approach is client centered and my aims are to assist clients towards positive outcomes according to theirneeds. I am also registered and experienced AHPRA supervisor and am currently supervising other psychologists.
I have over 30 years of experience working as a psychologist and have been working with a wide variety of clients including children, adolescents and adults. My approach is client centered and my aims are to assist clients towards positive outcomes according to theirneeds. I am also registered and experienced AHPRA supervisor and am currently supervising other psychologists.
If you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, shame, anger, overwhelm, addiction, dissociation or patterns you don’t fully understand but feel stuck in then I am able to help (See my website) 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, attachment and mindfulness based practices.
If you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, shame, anger, overwhelm, addiction, dissociation or patterns you don’t fully understand but feel stuck in then I am able to help (See my website) 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, attachment and mindfulness based practices.
Are you seeking Schema Therapy so you can explore the lifelong schemas that cause stress at home and work? Schemas such as unrelenting standards, self-sacrifice, emotional deprivation, abandonment and approval-seeking undermine our confidence, our mood and our wellbeing. The clients I see are aware that they have patterns that are not working for them at home, in their relationships and in their family life but don't know how to shift them. Schema Therapy improves the way we relate and 'talk' to ourselves, which creates a ripple effect on our self-esteem, our sense of purpose in life, our core values, and our key relationships.
Are you seeking Schema Therapy so you can explore the lifelong schemas that cause stress at home and work? Schemas such as unrelenting standards, self-sacrifice, emotional deprivation, abandonment and approval-seeking undermine our confidence, our mood and our wellbeing. The clients I see are aware that they have patterns that are not working for them at home, in their relationships and in their family life but don't know how to shift them. Schema Therapy improves the way we relate and 'talk' to ourselves, which creates a ripple effect on our self-esteem, our sense of purpose in life, our core values, and our key relationships.
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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.