Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in Glen Waverley, VIC

Rosa Ickowicz
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
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.
(03) 7003 2527 View (03) 7003 2527
Nurtured Mums Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
We also provide parenting support throughout the toddler and preschool years.
Is motherhood different to what you expected? Are you seeking support to help you navigate the early days, months and years of motherhood?
We also provide parenting support throughout the toddler and preschool years.
Is motherhood different to what you expected? Are you seeking support to help you navigate the early days, months and years of motherhood?
(03) 7500 5977 View (03) 7500 5977
Antonina Quinlan
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
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 provide a safe and supportive environment for children and their families who are experiencing varied developmental, social, emotional and physical difficulties and/or disabilities. My goal is to contribute to the health of our community, working in collaboration with educators, health professionals and varied organisations.
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 provide a safe and supportive environment for children and their families who are experiencing varied developmental, social, emotional and physical difficulties and/or disabilities. My goal is to contribute to the health of our community, working in collaboration with educators, health professionals and varied organisations.
0498 177 243 View 0498 177 243
Kefu Xie
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Glen Waverley, VIC 3150
I am keen to support individuals who are experiencing emotional distress, ongoing mood or relationship difficulties, or the lasting impacts of complex trauma. Many of the people I work with are seeking relief, clarity, or a deeper understanding of themselves and their patterns. I’m passionate about working with clients from LGBTQIA+, neurodiverse, and multicultural communities, offering a safe and affirming space to explore their experiences and work toward meaningful change.
I am keen to support individuals who are experiencing emotional distress, ongoing mood or relationship difficulties, or the lasting impacts of complex trauma. Many of the people I work with are seeking relief, clarity, or a deeper understanding of themselves and their patterns. I’m passionate about working with clients from LGBTQIA+, neurodiverse, and multicultural communities, offering a safe and affirming space to explore their experiences and work toward meaningful change.
0493 156 299 View 0493 156 299
Mandy Wood
Psychotherapist, AThR
Glen Waverley, VIC 3150
We can address issues such as anxiety and depression, perfectionism, relational patterns, grief and loss, change and transition, school can't (school refusal), cross cultural experiences, parenting struggles, perinatal loss, chronic illness, inner conflicts.
I am a caring Creative Arts Therapist, with a passion to enable personal transformation, and a deepening of faith, hope and resilience. I come alongside you to support your exploration of themes and experiences of life, using a variety of easy, creative art forms to accompany our conversation, along with principles of CBT, IFS, cognitivemindfulness methods.
We can address issues such as anxiety and depression, perfectionism, relational patterns, grief and loss, change and transition, school can't (school refusal), cross cultural experiences, parenting struggles, perinatal loss, chronic illness, inner conflicts.
I am a caring Creative Arts Therapist, with a passion to enable personal transformation, and a deepening of faith, hope and resilience. I come alongside you to support your exploration of themes and experiences of life, using a variety of easy, creative art forms to accompany our conversation, along with principles of CBT, IFS, cognitivemindfulness methods.
(03) 7500 5399 View (03) 7500 5399
Dr Melissa Tso
Psychologist, PsychD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Couples who are struggling to communicate, feeling disconnected, or navigating a difficult period in their relationship. I also work with individuals seeking support with personal challenges, and professionals seeking Board Approved Supervision.
Couples who are struggling to communicate, feeling disconnected, or navigating a difficult period in their relationship. I also work with individuals seeking support with personal challenges, and professionals seeking Board Approved Supervision.
(03) 7500 5630 View (03) 7500 5630
Nasseema Baidwan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
My therapeutic approach is compassionate, empathetic, and grounded, with a warm, down-to-earth style. I place great value on building a strong, trusting relationship, working collaboratively with you to support your goals. I strive to create a safe, inclusive, and neurodiversity-affirming space, where every individual is respected, understood, and supported without judgment, allowing your unique strengths and experiences to guide your journey.
My therapeutic approach is compassionate, empathetic, and grounded, with a warm, down-to-earth style. I place great value on building a strong, trusting relationship, working collaboratively with you to support your goals. I strive to create a safe, inclusive, and neurodiversity-affirming space, where every individual is respected, understood, and supported without judgment, allowing your unique strengths and experiences to guide your journey.
(03) 7500 5204 View (03) 7500 5204
Altair Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA Endorsed
Serves Area
At Altair Psychology we respect and embrace diversity. Our team provide a safe and supportive space to accompany clients on their journey of discovery as they are guided to gain insight through curiosity and learn tools for growth and empowerment. Our experienced team has had the opportunity to work with many individuals to overcome life’s ups and downs, learn about themselves and flourish. Whether it is depression, anxiety, trauma, neurodevelopmental differences, learning challenges, or giftedness, our team will not hesitate to embark on the journey with you to build greater self-awareness, acceptance or obtain a formalised answer
At Altair Psychology we respect and embrace diversity. Our team provide a safe and supportive space to accompany clients on their journey of discovery as they are guided to gain insight through curiosity and learn tools for growth and empowerment. Our experienced team has had the opportunity to work with many individuals to overcome life’s ups and downs, learn about themselves and flourish. Whether it is depression, anxiety, trauma, neurodevelopmental differences, learning challenges, or giftedness, our team will not hesitate to embark on the journey with you to build greater self-awareness, acceptance or obtain a formalised answer
(03) 7500 5105 View (03) 7500 5105
2Y Mental Health
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
As a both English and Mandarin -speaking professional, I am experienced in working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. I am a registered psychologist who believes that healing starts with emotions. Over the years I’ve worked with many people experiencing PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), depression, and anxiety—challenges that often leave behind hidden emotional traces that continue to shape daily life.
As a both English and Mandarin -speaking professional, I am experienced in working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. I am a registered psychologist who believes that healing starts with emotions. Over the years I’ve worked with many people experiencing PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), depression, and anxiety—challenges that often leave behind hidden emotional traces that continue to shape daily life.
(03) 8771 5216 View (03) 8771 5216
Dennis Kwan
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I help families, couples, and individuals navigate life's most challenging seasons. My work focuses on supporting adolescents with challenging behaviours and helping couples and families repair their relationships. Additionally, I work with individuals facing mental health challenges like depression and anxiety. My background in supporting families and individuals with complex needs shapes my strengths-based approach, helping you build new perspectives. I am truly committed to creating the safe, supportive space you need to heal and grow.
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I help families, couples, and individuals navigate life's most challenging seasons. My work focuses on supporting adolescents with challenging behaviours and helping couples and families repair their relationships. Additionally, I work with individuals facing mental health challenges like depression and anxiety. My background in supporting families and individuals with complex needs shapes my strengths-based approach, helping you build new perspectives. I am truly committed to creating the safe, supportive space you need to heal and grow.
(03) 8771 4467 View (03) 8771 4467
Yuying Zhao
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with teenagers, adults, couples, and families to overcome issues related to psychological concerns, emotional disorders, personal development, relationship conflicts, and parenting skills.
Yuying offers Chinese counselling in Burwood, Glen Waverley and Keysborough for both online and face-to-face clients. The purpose of Mandarin psychology counselling in Melbourne is to promote personal growth.
I work with teenagers, adults, couples, and families to overcome issues related to psychological concerns, emotional disorders, personal development, relationship conflicts, and parenting skills.
Yuying offers Chinese counselling in Burwood, Glen Waverley and Keysborough for both online and face-to-face clients. The purpose of Mandarin psychology counselling in Melbourne is to promote personal growth.
(03) 8771 4121 View (03) 8771 4121
Xuan Tan - Clin Psych - People Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Clinical Psychologist Xuan (pronounced "Shan") Tan provides evidence-based and person-centred treatment with adolescents, adults, couples and families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and economic backgrounds. Xuan has multilingual skills and can deliver services in English or in Mandarin 说中文 She aims to provide a warm space where clients could form an in-depth understanding of themselves, to reflect on existing or past experiences, and to learn and grow at a pace that suits them.
Clinical Psychologist Xuan (pronounced "Shan") Tan provides evidence-based and person-centred treatment with adolescents, adults, couples and families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and economic backgrounds. Xuan has multilingual skills and can deliver services in English or in Mandarin 说中文 She aims to provide a warm space where clients could form an in-depth understanding of themselves, to reflect on existing or past experiences, and to learn and grow at a pace that suits them.
(03) 7003 2350 View (03) 7003 2350
Grace Penman
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Online Only
My clients often seek therapy in times of transition - choosing a career path, moving, navigating relationships and identity, or becoming parents, whilst managing strong family expectations.
Grace is a counsellor and psychotherapist who supports mixed-culture adults, immigrants, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community as they navigate identity, belonging, and life transitions in a cross-cultural world. You might be carrying the weight of family expectations while longing to live in a way that feels true to you, or raising young families while managing relationships shaped by different cultural upbringings. Over time, this tension can show up as anxiety, guilt, confusion, or a sense of never being “enough”, along with feelings of loneliness and uncertainty about where you truly belong as you work to find your own path.
My clients often seek therapy in times of transition - choosing a career path, moving, navigating relationships and identity, or becoming parents, whilst managing strong family expectations.
Grace is a counsellor and psychotherapist who supports mixed-culture adults, immigrants, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community as they navigate identity, belonging, and life transitions in a cross-cultural world. You might be carrying the weight of family expectations while longing to live in a way that feels true to you, or raising young families while managing relationships shaped by different cultural upbringings. Over time, this tension can show up as anxiety, guilt, confusion, or a sense of never being “enough”, along with feelings of loneliness and uncertainty about where you truly belong as you work to find your own path.
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Christa Chen
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming — with relationship difficulties, family pressures, or the challenges of living in a new culture. Counselling offers a safe and confidential space to talk, reflect, and understand your feelings. Together we work to improve coping, strengthen relationships, and support your wellbeing. 在生活的不同阶段,我们可能会经历情绪压力、关系困扰,或对未来的迷茫。 家庭中的沟通问题、伴侣之间的距离、子女教育的挑战,或跨文化生活带来的孤独与适应压力,常常让人感到疲惫却难以诉说。心理咨询提供一个安全、保密、被尊重的空间。我会在稳定而真诚的对话中,与您一起理解情绪背后的经验,看见关系中的互动模式,并寻找更健康、更有力量的应对方式。
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming — with relationship difficulties, family pressures, or the challenges of living in a new culture. Counselling offers a safe and confidential space to talk, reflect, and understand your feelings. Together we work to improve coping, strengthen relationships, and support your wellbeing. 在生活的不同阶段,我们可能会经历情绪压力、关系困扰,或对未来的迷茫。 家庭中的沟通问题、伴侣之间的距离、子女教育的挑战,或跨文化生活带来的孤独与适应压力,常常让人感到疲惫却难以诉说。心理咨询提供一个安全、保密、被尊重的空间。我会在稳定而真诚的对话中,与您一起理解情绪背后的经验,看见关系中的互动模式,并寻找更健康、更有力量的应对方式。
0422 284 582 View 0422 284 582
Dr Andrea Sadusky
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Andrea. I really value the opportunity to support people when life feels difficult, confusing or overwhelming. People often come to therapy when they feel stuck, burnt out, anxious or unsure about what to do next. I aim to provide a space where you can speak openly, better understand what is happening for you, and work towards changes that feel realistic and meaningful. I won’t pretend that therapy makes difficult things disappear. Instead, I believe my role is to help you make sense of them, identify what matters to you, and find a way forward that feels right for you.
Hi, I’m Andrea. I really value the opportunity to support people when life feels difficult, confusing or overwhelming. People often come to therapy when they feel stuck, burnt out, anxious or unsure about what to do next. I aim to provide a space where you can speak openly, better understand what is happening for you, and work towards changes that feel realistic and meaningful. I won’t pretend that therapy makes difficult things disappear. Instead, I believe my role is to help you make sense of them, identify what matters to you, and find a way forward that feels right for you.
(03) 7500 5839 View (03) 7500 5839
Jerty Richardson
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
At Ultimate Success and Wellbeing Psychology, I deliver a range of services for older teenagers, adults and couples. This includes anxiety, depression, psychiatric disorders, adjustment disorders, grief and loss, trauma, interpersonal conflicts, mediation, domestic violence Issues, critical incident stress management debriefing and anger and behaviour management. I have been registered as a psychologist for nearly 20 years and have held a variety of roles. This includes managing a counselling team, youth team, domestic violence team and many mental health teams.
At Ultimate Success and Wellbeing Psychology, I deliver a range of services for older teenagers, adults and couples. This includes anxiety, depression, psychiatric disorders, adjustment disorders, grief and loss, trauma, interpersonal conflicts, mediation, domestic violence Issues, critical incident stress management debriefing and anger and behaviour management. I have been registered as a psychologist for nearly 20 years and have held a variety of roles. This includes managing a counselling team, youth team, domestic violence team and many mental health teams.
(03) 9864 1892 View (03) 9864 1892
Sayali Shridhar Sawant
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
Online Only
Many of the people I work with are navigating significant life transitions - adjusting to a new culture, managing early parenthood, coping with anxiety or grief, or supporting a young person through a difficult time. My clients often feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to ask for help, yet carry a quiet hope for change. I bring over a decade of experience across Australia and overseas, working with adults, young people, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds. Drawing on narrative therapy and trauma-informed approaches, I help you reconnect with your strengths and find your way forward.
Many of the people I work with are navigating significant life transitions - adjusting to a new culture, managing early parenthood, coping with anxiety or grief, or supporting a young person through a difficult time. My clients often feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to ask for help, yet carry a quiet hope for change. I bring over a decade of experience across Australia and overseas, working with adults, young people, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds. Drawing on narrative therapy and trauma-informed approaches, I help you reconnect with your strengths and find your way forward.
(03) 8771 5306 View (03) 8771 5306
Ivy Liu Counselling
Social Worker, AMHSW
Online Only
I’m an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and a member of the AASW. I work primarily with adults, supporting people through life’s challenges with warmth, respect, and understanding. My approach is grounded in understanding your story, your strengths, and what matters most to you. I believe that the connection between client and counsellor forms the foundation of meaningful healing and growth. 作为一名注册心理健康社工,我可以用中文(普通话)或英文为您提供心理咨询服务。无论您正在面对生活压力、情绪困扰、人际关系或文化适应的挑战,我都会以温暖、尊重和理解的态度陪伴您,一起寻找前进的方向。
I’m an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and a member of the AASW. I work primarily with adults, supporting people through life’s challenges with warmth, respect, and understanding. My approach is grounded in understanding your story, your strengths, and what matters most to you. I believe that the connection between client and counsellor forms the foundation of meaningful healing and growth. 作为一名注册心理健康社工,我可以用中文(普通话)或英文为您提供心理咨询服务。无论您正在面对生活压力、情绪困扰、人际关系或文化适应的挑战,我都会以温暖、尊重和理解的态度陪伴您,一起寻找前进的方向。
(03) 8400 0874 View (03) 8400 0874
Mindful Counselling Australia
Psychotherapist, ACA-L3
Serves Area
Life can be challenging at times. When we are faced with challenges we may feel alone, 'stuck', confused or feel that our well-being is being compromised. I work with children, adolescents and adults struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, grief , loss or trauma, or are experiencing domestic violence. At the same juncture, you may want some help overcoming anxiety when faced with a job interview or an exam. By working within the therapy framework, clients learn to understand themselves better and see what is needed to become empowered in their own lives.
Life can be challenging at times. When we are faced with challenges we may feel alone, 'stuck', confused or feel that our well-being is being compromised. I work with children, adolescents and adults struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, grief , loss or trauma, or are experiencing domestic violence. At the same juncture, you may want some help overcoming anxiety when faced with a job interview or an exam. By working within the therapy framework, clients learn to understand themselves better and see what is needed to become empowered in their own lives.
(03) 5911 3014 View (03) 5911 3014
Nadine Touzeau
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Nadine is a devoted practitioner, specializing in cognitive and diagnostic assessments and intervention for adults and children with learning and emotional difficulties, neurodiversity, ADHD, Autism and anxiety. She promotes a collaborate, safe environment, with a listening ear and support for life’s challenges. For over 15 years, she has been committed to supporting clients to develop a range of skills, greater independence and confidence, encompassing a growth mindset approach. Nadine understands the nutritional gut-brain connection and how lifestyle can positively impact one’s mental health and quality of life.
Nadine is a devoted practitioner, specializing in cognitive and diagnostic assessments and intervention for adults and children with learning and emotional difficulties, neurodiversity, ADHD, Autism and anxiety. She promotes a collaborate, safe environment, with a listening ear and support for life’s challenges. For over 15 years, she has been committed to supporting clients to develop a range of skills, greater independence and confidence, encompassing a growth mindset approach. Nadine understands the nutritional gut-brain connection and how lifestyle can positively impact one’s mental health and quality of life.
(03) 8203 5862 View (03) 8203 5862
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.