Child Counselling in Geelong, VIC
Healing Strong Counselling Services
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified
Geelong, VIC 3220 (Online Only)
If you or your
child
are needing extra support to build a strong and resilient toolkit from a person who acknowledges you as the expert in your life, reach out for a free consult.
Currently accepting new clients for Wednesday appointments via phone or online. I use a holistic and strengths based approach to support my clients through their counselling needs. I specialise in counselling for
children
and adolescents, and also work with adults. I believe that you are the expert in your life and that I can be an extra person to support you. I provide a judgement-free space to help my clients to develop their own toolkit to support their own resilience, emotional regulation, to feel empowered and strive towards self-determination.
If you or your
child
are needing extra support to build a strong and resilient toolkit from a person who acknowledges you as the expert in your life, reach out for a free consult.
Currently accepting new clients for Wednesday appointments via phone or online. I use a holistic and strengths based approach to support my clients through their counselling needs. I specialise in counselling for
children
and adolescents, and also work with adults. I believe that you are the expert in your life and that I can be an extra person to support you. I provide a judgement-free space to help my clients to develop their own toolkit to support their own resilience, emotional regulation, to feel empowered and strive towards self-determination.
Tessa Andrews
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Verified
Geelong, VIC 3220
Tessa is an Educational and Developmental Psychologist with experience working with
children
and adolescents with a wide range of presentations, including learning difficulties, Intellectual Disability, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, depression and challenging behaviours.
Tessa is an Educational and Developmental Psychologist with experience working with
children
and adolescents with a wide range of presentations, including learning difficulties, Intellectual Disability, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, depression and challenging behaviours.
The Horse's Heartbeat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified
Geelong, VIC 3220
Andrea is an experienced, compassionate and empathetic social worker who is passionate about supporting women,
children
and adolescents to live their lives in the most fulfilling way possible. At The Horse's Heartbeat, we work with individuals and groups, together with our beautiful horses and ponies. We offer innovative, experiential and relational programs to support clients to become aware, relaxed, and able to step into their best life.
Andrea is an experienced, compassionate and empathetic social worker who is passionate about supporting women,
children
and adolescents to live their lives in the most fulfilling way possible. At The Horse's Heartbeat, we work with individuals and groups, together with our beautiful horses and ponies. We offer innovative, experiential and relational programs to support clients to become aware, relaxed, and able to step into their best life.
Shubha Gokhale
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
Verified
Geelong, VIC 3220
I work with
children
and adolescents and this includes some supportive work with parents.
Whatever you are currently finding challenging - anxiety, depression, trauma, despair and disappointments, relationship difficulties, parenting or grief, it is hard to respond creatively when you feel stuck or overwhelmed. My aim is to listen with care to what you have to say about your own particular challenges and to help you understand what is holding you back - this opens up new possibilities. I have worked as a psychotherapist for over 15 years. I work face to face with
children
, adolescents and adults in my practice in Geelong and offer telehealth counselling to adults via Skype and telephone.
I work with
children
and adolescents and this includes some supportive work with parents.
Whatever you are currently finding challenging - anxiety, depression, trauma, despair and disappointments, relationship difficulties, parenting or grief, it is hard to respond creatively when you feel stuck or overwhelmed. My aim is to listen with care to what you have to say about your own particular challenges and to help you understand what is holding you back - this opens up new possibilities. I have worked as a psychotherapist for over 15 years. I work face to face with
children
, adolescents and adults in my practice in Geelong and offer telehealth counselling to adults via Skype and telephone.
Liberty Disability Services
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
1 Endorsed
Geelong, VIC 3220
Liberty Disability Services offers NDIS and privately funded Psychology services. We cover a range of assessments, psychological interventions, counselling and group therapy which support both your NDIS & personal goals. Our therapists provide support to clients across the lifespan, including
children
, adolescents and adults. We also work collaboratively with families and carers. Our therapists work across the Barwon, West, East & South-East Melbourne regions. They are also able to offer telehealth services Australia-wide.
Liberty Disability Services offers NDIS and privately funded Psychology services. We cover a range of assessments, psychological interventions, counselling and group therapy which support both your NDIS & personal goals. Our therapists provide support to clients across the lifespan, including
children
, adolescents and adults. We also work collaboratively with families and carers. Our therapists work across the Barwon, West, East & South-East Melbourne regions. They are also able to offer telehealth services Australia-wide.
Beyond Barriers Care
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Geelong, VIC 3220
I am a registered Psychologist working at Beyond Barriers Care which is a mental health care organisation. Beyond Barriers Care offers a wide range of psychological services to individuals who are seeking support and assistance with various mental health concerns. I have experience working with a wide range of presentations and diverse populations. I have immediate availability for Psychology appointments for
children
, adolescents, and adults at Beyond Barriers Care. The psychological services I offer include mental health and cognitive assessments, counselling and intervention, and psychological reports and letters of support.
I am a registered Psychologist working at Beyond Barriers Care which is a mental health care organisation. Beyond Barriers Care offers a wide range of psychological services to individuals who are seeking support and assistance with various mental health concerns. I have experience working with a wide range of presentations and diverse populations. I have immediate availability for Psychology appointments for
children
, adolescents, and adults at Beyond Barriers Care. The psychological services I offer include mental health and cognitive assessments, counselling and intervention, and psychological reports and letters of support.
Ros de Virieux
Counsellor, AASW
Verified
Geelong, VIC 3220
I am a senior social worker with many years experience in private practice and working in government and non-government agencies across Australia. I have worked with men, women,
children
and families, including people from different backgrounds such as Military personal, veterans and their families, Indigenous language groups, migrants and humanitarian entrants, and prisoners, just to name a few. I am a confident, highly motivated professional and take pride in my ability to communicate, both orally and written, with clients, management and supporting agencies to ensure a high level and comprehensive service.
I am a senior social worker with many years experience in private practice and working in government and non-government agencies across Australia. I have worked with men, women,
children
and families, including people from different backgrounds such as Military personal, veterans and their families, Indigenous language groups, migrants and humanitarian entrants, and prisoners, just to name a few. I am a confident, highly motivated professional and take pride in my ability to communicate, both orally and written, with clients, management and supporting agencies to ensure a high level and comprehensive service.
Laura-Jane [L-J] Phoenix Singh
Geelong, VIC 3220
LJ is a proud Blak woman from the Quandamooka and Wiradjuri Nations. She's a Counselor, Educator, and First Nations Healing Practitioner who works from an anti-oppressive, intersectional perspective. Her approach values the client-therapist relationship. LJ offers affordable, accessible, and collaborative counseling, fostering an environment of compassion and cultural safety. Together, clients and practitioners embark on a learning journey
LJ is a proud Blak woman from the Quandamooka and Wiradjuri Nations. She's a Counselor, Educator, and First Nations Healing Practitioner who works from an anti-oppressive, intersectional perspective. Her approach values the client-therapist relationship. LJ offers affordable, accessible, and collaborative counseling, fostering an environment of compassion and cultural safety. Together, clients and practitioners embark on a learning journey
Darren Riggon
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Verified
Geelong, VIC 3220
I am keen to help individuals work through their challenges,moving from living their lives as passive observers, to being active participants, in creating lives that serve their happiness. My therapeutic practice is encapsulated in the philosophy of " Your life, your way".
I am keen to help individuals work through their challenges,moving from living their lives as passive observers, to being active participants, in creating lives that serve their happiness. My therapeutic practice is encapsulated in the philosophy of " Your life, your way".
Julie Yeo Counselling
Counsellor, MC, AAFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Geelong, VIC 3220
Julie is a polyvagal informed therapist and has 20 years of experience working with families, couples, and individuals, 9 of these specifically in the mental health sector as a family therapist and couples counsellor. Julie uses an open, honest, and transparent approach in counselling that is delivered with warmth, compassion, and humour. Julie is an advocate for the LGBTQI+ community, providing a safe space for all.
Julie is a polyvagal informed therapist and has 20 years of experience working with families, couples, and individuals, 9 of these specifically in the mental health sector as a family therapist and couples counsellor. Julie uses an open, honest, and transparent approach in counselling that is delivered with warmth, compassion, and humour. Julie is an advocate for the LGBTQI+ community, providing a safe space for all.
Dr Gávi Ansara
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Geelong, VIC 3220
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy working together to overcome oppression & help you to thrive. I often work with people in D/s relationships, non-binary folks, sex workers, & autistic people. I have 20 years of international experience in Anti-Oppressive Practice. I am a Full Clinical PACFA Registrant, an AAFT-registered Clinical Family Therapist, and an AAFT-accredited Clinical Supervisor. I am recognised by Pink Therapy as an Advanced Accredited Gender, Sex, & Relationship Diversities Therapist (AAGSRDT). I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II: Complex Trauma & Dissociation (CCTP-II) & Certified Family Trauma Professional (CFTP).
I enjoy working together to overcome oppression & help you to thrive. I often work with people in D/s relationships, non-binary folks, sex workers, & autistic people. I have 20 years of international experience in Anti-Oppressive Practice. I am a Full Clinical PACFA Registrant, an AAFT-registered Clinical Family Therapist, and an AAFT-accredited Clinical Supervisor. I am recognised by Pink Therapy as an Advanced Accredited Gender, Sex, & Relationship Diversities Therapist (AAGSRDT). I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II: Complex Trauma & Dissociation (CCTP-II) & Certified Family Trauma Professional (CFTP).
Ariane Peres
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
1 Endorsed
Geelong, VIC 3220
I am a principal psychologist and founder of Share and Care Psychology, and a member of the APS. I have been practicing for over 7 years and I am specialised in the area of perinatal and infant mental health and I have been working mostly supporting families and individuals with their emotional challenges throughout pregnancy, birth, parenthood and consequently with the early stages of a
child
’s life. I ensure clients to feel welcomed to share their feelings and concerns, by providing them with a warm-hearted environment, and approaching every issue from a caring and respectful way.
I am a principal psychologist and founder of Share and Care Psychology, and a member of the APS. I have been practicing for over 7 years and I am specialised in the area of perinatal and infant mental health and I have been working mostly supporting families and individuals with their emotional challenges throughout pregnancy, birth, parenthood and consequently with the early stages of a
child
’s life. I ensure clients to feel welcomed to share their feelings and concerns, by providing them with a warm-hearted environment, and approaching every issue from a caring and respectful way.
Portia Kambasha
MSc
Verified
Geelong, VIC 3220
I have 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 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.
Bimba Chavan Unhyphen Psychology
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
Verified
1 Endorsed
Geelong, VIC 3220 (Online Only)
I am a bilingual, culturally responsive counsellor. I believe that people are the experts of their own lives. Often, this expertise is lost in the problem-dominated life experiences. Through therapy, the intention is to take a step back and make their strengths more visible. I specialise in working with adults, international students, and recent migrants. We'll understand issues like anxiety, feeling down, and how your cultural background affects your self-confidence, choices, and relationships. My approach is all about making sure you feel valued and understood in your unique cultural context.
I am a bilingual, culturally responsive counsellor. I believe that people are the experts of their own lives. Often, this expertise is lost in the problem-dominated life experiences. Through therapy, the intention is to take a step back and make their strengths more visible. I specialise in working with adults, international students, and recent migrants. We'll understand issues like anxiety, feeling down, and how your cultural background affects your self-confidence, choices, and relationships. My approach is all about making sure you feel valued and understood in your unique cultural context.
Caro White
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
Verified
1 Endorsed
Geelong, VIC 3220
Not accepting new clients
I love working with people who are ready to dive deep. I find the best work happens when people are ready to reflect and take some risks, opening themselves to new experiences and possibilities. People are ready to try new approaches to old problems in a non clinical environment. They want to feel freer to be themselves, gain clarity and have closer more satisfying relationships with loved ones. Often I work with students of psychology/counselling/play therapy/art therapy who are interested in doing their own wok before becoming therapists. I also work a lot with couples and individuals in life transitions, especially parenthood.
I love working with people who are ready to dive deep. I find the best work happens when people are ready to reflect and take some risks, opening themselves to new experiences and possibilities. People are ready to try new approaches to old problems in a non clinical environment. They want to feel freer to be themselves, gain clarity and have closer more satisfying relationships with loved ones. Often I work with students of psychology/counselling/play therapy/art therapy who are interested in doing their own wok before becoming therapists. I also work a lot with couples and individuals in life transitions, especially parenthood.
Bloom Well-being
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Geelong, VIC 3220
Waitlist for new clients
Do you struggle with relationships, with yourself and others? Maybe you find it hard to connect with your emotions or even your body? We value our clients as the expert of their lives, and acknowledge that reaching our for extra support isn't always easy. But our team have spent their entire careers dedicated to ongoing learning to ensure the people who enter our space feel seen, heard and believed. We specialise in supporting those who have experienced difficult childhoods or been exposed to abuse or neglect (physical or emotional).
Do you struggle with relationships, with yourself and others? Maybe you find it hard to connect with your emotions or even your body? We value our clients as the expert of their lives, and acknowledge that reaching our for extra support isn't always easy. But our team have spent their entire careers dedicated to ongoing learning to ensure the people who enter our space feel seen, heard and believed. We specialise in supporting those who have experienced difficult childhoods or been exposed to abuse or neglect (physical or emotional).
Stacey O'Neil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Geelong, VIC 3220
Hi, I'm Stacey and I am passionate about supporting people to work through whatever challenges they are currently going through. If you are experiencing difficulties and want to try and manage these in a different way, or you're at a point where you would like to try and understand yourself a bit more to change some things in your life, then please reach out to discuss your needs. Counselling can provide the opportunity for you to explore issues you are experiencing and work towards achieving your goals.
Hi, I'm Stacey and I am passionate about supporting people to work through whatever challenges they are currently going through. If you are experiencing difficulties and want to try and manage these in a different way, or you're at a point where you would like to try and understand yourself a bit more to change some things in your life, then please reach out to discuss your needs. Counselling can provide the opportunity for you to explore issues you are experiencing and work towards achieving your goals.
Absolute Wellbeing Mind & Body
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified
Geelong, VIC 3220
Book a FREE 10 minute discovery call. Consulting Rooms in Ballarat and Stawell. Focusing on the needs of individuals in smaller communities and country towns, where there is generally fewer resources available for those who need support. Using a person-centered approach, I work with client on relationships, conflict resolution, trauma, behaviour, adolescents, mental health disorders, mindfulness and Cultural Counselling. I am very much community-minded. Welcome NDIS self-managed clients. Every situation is different, while I have a base rate, please contact me to ask how I can assist you if financial difficulty is an issue.
Book a FREE 10 minute discovery call. Consulting Rooms in Ballarat and Stawell. Focusing on the needs of individuals in smaller communities and country towns, where there is generally fewer resources available for those who need support. Using a person-centered approach, I work with client on relationships, conflict resolution, trauma, behaviour, adolescents, mental health disorders, mindfulness and Cultural Counselling. I am very much community-minded. Welcome NDIS self-managed clients. Every situation is different, while I have a base rate, please contact me to ask how I can assist you if financial difficulty is an issue.
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Thinking Outside The Box
Highton, VIC 3216
The name of my business, Thinking Outside The Box (TOTB) says everything about my beliefs and my business. When we Think Outside The Box, our worlds become bigger. Mental ill health or mental distress causes us to focus inwards and our lives become smaller. We stop doing things because the work that goes into managing a distressing situation is exhausting. You are reading this right now because you know or feel that something is not quite right in your life. This may be something you have felt for as long as you can remember or a recent event. Doesn't matter, your here now so lets see how we can help.
The name of my business, Thinking Outside The Box (TOTB) says everything about my beliefs and my business. When we Think Outside The Box, our worlds become bigger. Mental ill health or mental distress causes us to focus inwards and our lives become smaller. We stop doing things because the work that goes into managing a distressing situation is exhausting. You are reading this right now because you know or feel that something is not quite right in your life. This may be something you have felt for as long as you can remember or a recent event. Doesn't matter, your here now so lets see how we can help.
Online Therapists
Danni Exadactylos
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Carlton, VIC 3053
Hi, I'm Danni (she/her). I am a Melbourne / Naarm based psychologist & registered play therapist. I specialise in
child
therapy, using play to nurture a
child
’s sense of self. My practice is client-led and trauma-informed, with a focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship. This allows me to focus on the
child
as a whole, rather than just their struggles. This gentle and strengths-based approach facilitates healing and growth. I have worked in schools and private and public care settings, with extensive experience in a large paediatric working with
children
who have experienced significant trauma.
Hi, I'm Danni (she/her). I am a Melbourne / Naarm based psychologist & registered play therapist. I specialise in
child
therapy, using play to nurture a
child
’s sense of self. My practice is client-led and trauma-informed, with a focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship. This allows me to focus on the
child
as a whole, rather than just their struggles. This gentle and strengths-based approach facilitates healing and growth. I have worked in schools and private and public care settings, with extensive experience in a large paediatric working with
children
who have experienced significant trauma.
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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Geelong, VIC provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Geelong build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Geelong build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.