Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in McKinnon, VIC
Maria also works with parents to help support them with parenting.
If you are worried how your child will respond to a psychologist then My Vibe can help. Maria uses engaging and fun activities and her friendly manner helps put children and parents at ease. My Vibe is a 'boutique' practice with only one clinician, allowing us to really focus on each of our clients and addressing their needs.
Maria also works with parents to help support them with parenting.
If you are worried how your child will respond to a psychologist then My Vibe can help. Maria uses engaging and fun activities and her friendly manner helps put children and parents at ease. My Vibe is a 'boutique' practice with only one clinician, allowing us to really focus on each of our clients and addressing their needs.
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.
Proficient in counseling children, adolescents, and parents, she has also conducted group interventions for younger demographics.
Central to Natalie's practice is the therapeutic alliance, empowering clients to navigate challenges and achieve personal growth. She values clients' expertise in their own lives, fostering resilience and leveraging their strengths. Natalie fosters a non-judgmental, nurturing, and safe environment conducive to self-exploration.
Proficient in counseling children, adolescents, and parents, she has also conducted group interventions for younger demographics.
Central to Natalie's practice is the therapeutic alliance, empowering clients to navigate challenges and achieve personal growth. She values clients' expertise in their own lives, fostering resilience and leveraging their strengths. Natalie fosters a non-judgmental, nurturing, and safe environment conducive to self-exploration.
Kate's special interests include life and career transitions, work-related issues, burnout, stress, relationships, EAP, depression, anxiety, anger management, and parenting.
Kate, a registered psychologist with AHPRA, brings over twenty years of experience in therapeutic and leadership roles across various settings. With a interest in aiding individuals, couples, and groups through mental health, life transitions, and behavioral issues, she's particularly passionate about guiding clients through life changes to enhance productivity and fulfillment.
Kate's special interests include life and career transitions, work-related issues, burnout, stress, relationships, EAP, depression, anxiety, anger management, and parenting.
Kate, a registered psychologist with AHPRA, brings over twenty years of experience in therapeutic and leadership roles across various settings. With a interest in aiding individuals, couples, and groups through mental health, life transitions, and behavioral issues, she's particularly passionate about guiding clients through life changes to enhance productivity and fulfillment.
Are you having difficulty managing your emotions?
Not happy with your self esteem?
Tired of constant conflicts at home?
Feeling lack of connection in a couple?
Thinking about divorce?
Struggling to find a right partner?
I can help you to cope with these temporary difficulties and start a new chapter of your happier life.
You might know that Emotional Intelligence nowadays is much more important than IQ.
Are you having difficulty managing your emotions?
Not happy with your self esteem?
Tired of constant conflicts at home?
Feeling lack of connection in a couple?
Thinking about divorce?
Struggling to find a right partner?
I can help you to cope with these temporary difficulties and start a new chapter of your happier life.
You might know that Emotional Intelligence nowadays is much more important than IQ.
With over 15 years’ experience across diverse settings, Alison brings a thoughtful and well-rounded approach to her work. Alison supports her clients to navigate life’s challenges with a warm and pragmatic approach, grounded in evidence-based practice.
In her time practising, she has assisted countless individuals and couples to overcome hurdles and improve their mental health and relationships.
With over 15 years’ experience across diverse settings, Alison brings a thoughtful and well-rounded approach to her work. Alison supports her clients to navigate life’s challenges with a warm and pragmatic approach, grounded in evidence-based practice.
In her time practising, she has assisted countless individuals and couples to overcome hurdles and improve their mental health and relationships.
Graeme has a special interests in assisting clients with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, parenting, relationships, family issues, emotional intelligence development, anger management, stress management, sexuality, work-life balance, life-stage transitions, grief, loss and work-related concerns.
Graeme Lewis, a principal clinical psychologist at Reflection Psychology Group, boasts over 20 years of private practice experience. Transitioning from law to psychology, driven by a fervent desire to aid others in personal growth and healing, Graeme primarily serves adults and older adolescents. He deeply values each client's unique life narrative, recognising how past experiences shape present struggles. Graeme prioritises cultivating an authentic, compassionate connection, equipping clients with insight and tools to surmount life challenges through collaborative therapy.
Graeme has a special interests in assisting clients with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, parenting, relationships, family issues, emotional intelligence development, anger management, stress management, sexuality, work-life balance, life-stage transitions, grief, loss and work-related concerns.
Graeme Lewis, a principal clinical psychologist at Reflection Psychology Group, boasts over 20 years of private practice experience. Transitioning from law to psychology, driven by a fervent desire to aid others in personal growth and healing, Graeme primarily serves adults and older adolescents. He deeply values each client's unique life narrative, recognising how past experiences shape present struggles. Graeme prioritises cultivating an authentic, compassionate connection, equipping clients with insight and tools to surmount life challenges through collaborative therapy.
Hi there ! Thanks for clicking on my profile. I have over 20 years of practitioner experience, initially as a doctor working in mental health, then as a counsellor and presently, a psychologist.
I will see Private, Medicare, NDIS, Workcover and Victims of Crime clients.
Hi there ! Thanks for clicking on my profile. I have over 20 years of practitioner experience, initially as a doctor working in mental health, then as a counsellor and presently, a psychologist.
I will see Private, Medicare, NDIS, Workcover and Victims of Crime clients.
At Centre Psychology, we believe that everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling and happy life. Samantha is an experienced and compassionate psychologist dedicated to providing high-quality mental health services to individuals. Samantha understands that every person's journey is unique, and she will work closely with you to understand your individual needs and develop personalised treatment plans that are tailored to your specific goals. Samantha offers a wide range of services, including therapy for depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as counseling for relationship issues, stress management, and personal growth.
At Centre Psychology, we believe that everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling and happy life. Samantha is an experienced and compassionate psychologist dedicated to providing high-quality mental health services to individuals. Samantha understands that every person's journey is unique, and she will work closely with you to understand your individual needs and develop personalised treatment plans that are tailored to your specific goals. Samantha offers a wide range of services, including therapy for depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as counseling for relationship issues, stress management, and personal growth.
I’m Dimitra Tsoukalas and I am a registered Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist with over 15 yrs experience and 30+ in relationship mgt. Life's too short to be unhappy, unsure or unfulfilled. Let me help you learn & develop better ways to handle issues standing in your way so that you can overcome them with confidence. I am curious, nurturing and pride myself on being client centered & non-judgmental which enables me to engage & build a safe place for you to be able to express yourself authentically. I specialise in anxiety, trauma & relationships & I have a variety of tools / modalities to help you become the best version of YOU!
I’m Dimitra Tsoukalas and I am a registered Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist with over 15 yrs experience and 30+ in relationship mgt. Life's too short to be unhappy, unsure or unfulfilled. Let me help you learn & develop better ways to handle issues standing in your way so that you can overcome them with confidence. I am curious, nurturing and pride myself on being client centered & non-judgmental which enables me to engage & build a safe place for you to be able to express yourself authentically. I specialise in anxiety, trauma & relationships & I have a variety of tools / modalities to help you become the best version of YOU!
Jeremy is the director and principle clinician of a thriving psychology/counselling clinic in Malvern and is a highly experienced psychotherapist (BBus; GDipPsych; MSW, AMHSW) with a breadth of clinical experience across both the public and the private sectors. Jeremy has a clinical interest working with people through anxiety, life transitions, identity and depression. He has a strong grounding in humanistic psych & mindfulness based approaches, completing further training in Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and also in EMDR for working with trauma. Jeremy incorporates the ideals of everyday mindfulness into his practice.
Jeremy is the director and principle clinician of a thriving psychology/counselling clinic in Malvern and is a highly experienced psychotherapist (BBus; GDipPsych; MSW, AMHSW) with a breadth of clinical experience across both the public and the private sectors. Jeremy has a clinical interest working with people through anxiety, life transitions, identity and depression. He has a strong grounding in humanistic psych & mindfulness based approaches, completing further training in Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and also in EMDR for working with trauma. Jeremy incorporates the ideals of everyday mindfulness into his practice.
More Therapists Nearby
Dr Belinda Keenan
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Frankston, VIC 3199
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience supporting young children, teens, young adults and parents/carers.
My approach is grounded in attachment, trauma-informed and neuro-affirming. I draw from principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mentalization Based Therapy (MBT), Child- Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), family systems theory, and psychodynamic principles.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience supporting young children, teens, young adults and parents/carers.
My approach is grounded in attachment, trauma-informed and neuro-affirming. I draw from principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mentalization Based Therapy (MBT), Child- Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), family systems theory, and psychodynamic principles.
Rebecca has an interest in supporting children often by working with parents/ carers and the system around young people, such as schools, to facilitate enduring change.
Rebecca is a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience working in multiple public mental health services and private clinics to support vulnerable young people and their families presenting with complex social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. Rebecca was recently working as a Senior Psychologist at Alfred Health Child and Youth Mental Health Service before opening up her own independent practice in East Brighton. Rebecca provides therapy to children, young people and adults as well as provides clinical supervision to Psychologists.
Rebecca has an interest in supporting children often by working with parents/ carers and the system around young people, such as schools, to facilitate enduring change.
Rebecca is a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience working in multiple public mental health services and private clinics to support vulnerable young people and their families presenting with complex social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. Rebecca was recently working as a Senior Psychologist at Alfred Health Child and Youth Mental Health Service before opening up her own independent practice in East Brighton. Rebecca provides therapy to children, young people and adults as well as provides clinical supervision to Psychologists.
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.
Clients often seek support for emotional difficulties, parenting challenges, and other issues impacting wellbeing.
We focus on: Improving emotional wellbeing; Developing healthy coping strategies; Building confidence and resilience; Empowering women’s mental health; Supporting parents through their journey; Providing tailored mental health support for clients with hearing challenges.
Clients often seek support for emotional difficulties, parenting challenges, and other issues impacting wellbeing.
We focus on: Improving emotional wellbeing; Developing healthy coping strategies; Building confidence and resilience; Empowering women’s mental health; Supporting parents through their journey; Providing tailored mental health support for clients with hearing challenges.
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?
Looking for support to reduce the overwhelm, anxiety, emotional heaviness of your fertility journey, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, motherhood or parenting?
I have a warm, gentle, non-judgmental, trauma informed approach to counselling, and work with you to explore your current challenges, provide space for you to feel heard and seen, honour and understand your experience, find tools that work for you, and move forwards - however that feels and looks for you.
Looking for support to reduce the overwhelm, anxiety, emotional heaviness of your fertility journey, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, motherhood or parenting?
I have a warm, gentle, non-judgmental, trauma informed approach to counselling, and work with you to explore your current challenges, provide space for you to feel heard and seen, honour and understand your experience, find tools that work for you, and move forwards - however that feels and looks for you.
Meghan supports children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, low confidence, emotional overwhelm, school stress, life transitions, grief, and family challenges. Many clients come needing a safe space to talk and practical strategies to manage big feelings. At Knox Mindfulness, our team provides supportive, age-appropriate counselling that builds confidence, emotional regulation, and resilience so young people can feel more secure and capable in daily life.
Meghan supports children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, low confidence, emotional overwhelm, school stress, life transitions, grief, and family challenges. Many clients come needing a safe space to talk and practical strategies to manage big feelings. At Knox Mindfulness, our team provides supportive, age-appropriate counselling that builds confidence, emotional regulation, and resilience so young people can feel more secure and capable in daily life.
I'm a psychologist passionate about supporting you in matters of parenting such as fertility, conception, loss, pregnancy, identity transitions, and raising humans.
My practice is, first and foremost human centred meaning I place emphasis on connection. I believe that only when we feel safe and seen in therapy can change take place. On a more technical level, I practice in Schema Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), with elements of Internal Family System (IFS) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
I'm a psychologist passionate about supporting you in matters of parenting such as fertility, conception, loss, pregnancy, identity transitions, and raising humans.
My practice is, first and foremost human centred meaning I place emphasis on connection. I believe that only when we feel safe and seen in therapy can change take place. On a more technical level, I practice in Schema Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), with elements of Internal Family System (IFS) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
All people of all ages can experience difficult times in their life. These may have been caused by an event that has caused distress, issues with family, friendships, relationships, the work place, health issues and countless other situations. Sometimes events have happened long ago and continue to trouble us and impact our life, or the situation may be more recent. It can be difficult to share what is happening. Often we don't want to burden or worry those who care for us; or we may feel uncomfortable talking to people we know. Counselling provides support toward finding resolutions and living life in the best way possible.
All people of all ages can experience difficult times in their life. These may have been caused by an event that has caused distress, issues with family, friendships, relationships, the work place, health issues and countless other situations. Sometimes events have happened long ago and continue to trouble us and impact our life, or the situation may be more recent. It can be difficult to share what is happening. Often we don't want to burden or worry those who care for us; or we may feel uncomfortable talking to people we know. Counselling provides support toward finding resolutions and living life in the best way possible.
Nearby Parenting Therapists Searches for McKinnon
- Bentleigh
- Bentleigh East
- Brighton East
- Carnegie
- Caulfield
- Caulfield South
- Glen Huntly
- Hampton
- Hampton East
- Moorabbin
- Murrumbeena
- Ormond
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.