Psychologists and Therapists for Children in East Perth, WA
I am a mature person, who has been a child, teenager, daughter, sister, and yes I'm even a wife and a grandma too.
I am passionate about helping you become psychologically flexible. No, I won't try to fix you, because you're not broken! I won't try to challenge your thoughts or feelings, because they are valid! I will help you understand what motivates you and I will teach you how to live a life that is meaningful - to you! My lived experience with ADHD gives me special insight into how and why you have been struggling to master your ADHD Superpowers! I respect your needs and tailor sessions to suit your time and finances - and I am committed to providing you with meaningful therapy on your very first session!
I am a mature person, who has been a child, teenager, daughter, sister, and yes I'm even a wife and a grandma too.
I am passionate about helping you become psychologically flexible. No, I won't try to fix you, because you're not broken! I won't try to challenge your thoughts or feelings, because they are valid! I will help you understand what motivates you and I will teach you how to live a life that is meaningful - to you! My lived experience with ADHD gives me special insight into how and why you have been struggling to master your ADHD Superpowers! I respect your needs and tailor sessions to suit your time and finances - and I am committed to providing you with meaningful therapy on your very first session!
I’m a registered psychologist with experience supporting children and adolescents through both counselling and assessment.
In counselling, I draw on therapies such as CBT, ACT, and other integrative approaches that are tailored to the individual. I also provide thorough cognitive, educational, and behavioural assessments (ADHD, Specific Learning Disorders, Giftedness) and focus on more than just test scores — it’s a collaborative process that clarifies strengths and needs
I’m a registered psychologist with experience supporting children and adolescents through both counselling and assessment.
In counselling, I draw on therapies such as CBT, ACT, and other integrative approaches that are tailored to the individual. I also provide thorough cognitive, educational, and behavioural assessments (ADHD, Specific Learning Disorders, Giftedness) and focus on more than just test scores — it’s a collaborative process that clarifies strengths and needs
I see a limited number of children and adolescents.
I work with individuals across the lifespan and from diverse cultural backgrounds, drawing on experience in alcohol and other drug settings. My areas of focus include ADHD, mood disorders, trauma recovery, relationship and attachment issues, addiction, and grief and loss. My approach is evidence-based, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming.
I see a limited number of children and adolescents.
I work with individuals across the lifespan and from diverse cultural backgrounds, drawing on experience in alcohol and other drug settings. My areas of focus include ADHD, mood disorders, trauma recovery, relationship and attachment issues, addiction, and grief and loss. My approach is evidence-based, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming.
As a registered counsellor with lived experience, I collaborate with you to tailor counselling to your needs, whether you have goals of a few sessions to uncover solutions, or if you prefer longer term therapy. From a person-centred approach I work with tools and strategies to motivate and inspire personal and/or professional goals with a high focus on a collaborative therapeutic relationship. I have been working in this capacity for over ten years and can help discover needs from a holistic viewpoint. With clear direction, we work together to meet goals that are in line with personal and emotional growth and healing.
As a registered counsellor with lived experience, I collaborate with you to tailor counselling to your needs, whether you have goals of a few sessions to uncover solutions, or if you prefer longer term therapy. From a person-centred approach I work with tools and strategies to motivate and inspire personal and/or professional goals with a high focus on a collaborative therapeutic relationship. I have been working in this capacity for over ten years and can help discover needs from a holistic viewpoint. With clear direction, we work together to meet goals that are in line with personal and emotional growth and healing.
I enjoy coming into my clinic and love what I do. I have a particular interest in working therapeutically with those who have suffered an acquired or traumatic brain injury. I am also taking referrals for Neuropsychological assessment. I am an endorsed Clinical Neuropsychologist/Clinical Psychologist and have conducted assessments both internationally and within remote and rural Australia. I have worked both in the public sector, non-government agencies, and in private practice. I conduct assessments for individuals, legal firms, government & insurance agencies & medical professionals including psychiatrists.
I enjoy coming into my clinic and love what I do. I have a particular interest in working therapeutically with those who have suffered an acquired or traumatic brain injury. I am also taking referrals for Neuropsychological assessment. I am an endorsed Clinical Neuropsychologist/Clinical Psychologist and have conducted assessments both internationally and within remote and rural Australia. I have worked both in the public sector, non-government agencies, and in private practice. I conduct assessments for individuals, legal firms, government & insurance agencies & medical professionals including psychiatrists.
Families, couples and individuals seek my services because they want help to express and explore difficult thoughts and emotions safely, they want to understand each other’s experiences and views, appreciate each other’s needs, build on strengths and make useful changes in their relationships and their lives. My clients often comment that my sessions have provided them an opportunity to reflect on themselves and how they interact in their relationships which helps them understand their own behaviours better, thus finding ways forward - either as an individual or as a couple and family.
Families, couples and individuals seek my services because they want help to express and explore difficult thoughts and emotions safely, they want to understand each other’s experiences and views, appreciate each other’s needs, build on strengths and make useful changes in their relationships and their lives. My clients often comment that my sessions have provided them an opportunity to reflect on themselves and how they interact in their relationships which helps them understand their own behaviours better, thus finding ways forward - either as an individual or as a couple and family.
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Most people come to me purely and simply because they heard of me and they are ready to get better, to get their relationships, and personal lives, back on track. They want a gentle, fast and effective process that will get into the guts of the problem. A breakthrough that will clear away the relationship conflict, disappointment and resentment. That will clear away the anxiety, depression, PTSD, etc and other symptoms of unresolved trauma currently blighting their lives. I am an internationally trained and experienced Emotionally Focussed Couple therapist, and trauma therapist and have been working in this area for many years.
Most people come to me purely and simply because they heard of me and they are ready to get better, to get their relationships, and personal lives, back on track. They want a gentle, fast and effective process that will get into the guts of the problem. A breakthrough that will clear away the relationship conflict, disappointment and resentment. That will clear away the anxiety, depression, PTSD, etc and other symptoms of unresolved trauma currently blighting their lives. I am an internationally trained and experienced Emotionally Focussed Couple therapist, and trauma therapist and have been working in this area for many years.
Richard provides therapy for children, adolescents & adults with issues including anxiety & depression, behavioural problems, domestic violence, anger problems, sexual abuse, addiction, disability, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship problems etc.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
Richard provides therapy for children, adolescents & adults with issues including anxiety & depression, behavioural problems, domestic violence, anger problems, sexual abuse, addiction, disability, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship problems etc.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
Bronte is passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges, guiding them towards personal growth and positive wellbeing. She is known for her unwavering commitment to authenticity and warmth in her practice. Bronte takes pride in creating a safe, calm, therapeutic space where clients can feel genuinely heard and understood.
Bronte is passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges, guiding them towards personal growth and positive wellbeing. She is known for her unwavering commitment to authenticity and warmth in her practice. Bronte takes pride in creating a safe, calm, therapeutic space where clients can feel genuinely heard and understood.
I believe that seeking support takes courage, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, focusing on your unique experiences, abilities, and goals. I work with young people and adults to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I also offer clinical supervision to support other practitioners in their professional development.
I believe that seeking support takes courage, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, focusing on your unique experiences, abilities, and goals. I work with young people and adults to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I also offer clinical supervision to support other practitioners in their professional development.
I support children, adults, and families who are navigating autism, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, trauma, and chronic stress.
As a Mental Health Occupational Therapist, I provide neuro-affirming, evidence-based Occupational Therapy that focuses on nervous system regulation, functional capacity, and emotional well-being. My approach integrates NDIS Occupational Therapy, sensory regulation, neuroadaptive strategies, and practical skill-building to help you improve daily routines.
I support children, adults, and families who are navigating autism, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, trauma, and chronic stress.
As a Mental Health Occupational Therapist, I provide neuro-affirming, evidence-based Occupational Therapy that focuses on nervous system regulation, functional capacity, and emotional well-being. My approach integrates NDIS Occupational Therapy, sensory regulation, neuroadaptive strategies, and practical skill-building to help you improve daily routines.
As a professionally trained and experienced counselor, I establish a positive, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with my clients to provide a safe environment in which they can explore whatever issues they are facing and find the solutions that are most effective for them. Life is difficult, and everyone needs someone to talk to. My personal dedication focuses on genuine empathy, understanding, and guidance through the therapy process to help accomplish the client's goals and personal wellness. I speak English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien and Malay.
My specialty : Child and Adolescent counselling, Parenting, Life Coaching, Me
As a professionally trained and experienced counselor, I establish a positive, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with my clients to provide a safe environment in which they can explore whatever issues they are facing and find the solutions that are most effective for them. Life is difficult, and everyone needs someone to talk to. My personal dedication focuses on genuine empathy, understanding, and guidance through the therapy process to help accomplish the client's goals and personal wellness. I speak English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien and Malay.
My specialty : Child and Adolescent counselling, Parenting, Life Coaching, Me
As a provisional psychologist, with experience working with adults, youth, children and families, I believe in a respectful and compassionate perspective and enjoy helping clients find healthy perceptions of themselves
I like to provide a safe space for you to unpack the concerns you are experiencing and gain the life skills you need, for the life you want to lead.
As a provisional psychologist, with experience working with adults, youth, children and families, I believe in a respectful and compassionate perspective and enjoy helping clients find healthy perceptions of themselves
I like to provide a safe space for you to unpack the concerns you are experiencing and gain the life skills you need, for the life you want to lead.
I work with children in the areas of school resistance, social skills, or bullying, as well as parenting strategies.
I can assist with any emotional concerns such as self esteem and self confidence, anxieties, including separation anxiety and social anxiety, phobias including fear of flying, OCD, low mood, depression and suicidal ideation, grief and loss, PTSD, sexuality, abuse, addictions such as alcohol, smoking, gambling and anger management.
I work with children in the areas of school resistance, social skills, or bullying, as well as parenting strategies.
I can assist with any emotional concerns such as self esteem and self confidence, anxieties, including separation anxiety and social anxiety, phobias including fear of flying, OCD, low mood, depression and suicidal ideation, grief and loss, PTSD, sexuality, abuse, addictions such as alcohol, smoking, gambling and anger management.
Whether its anxiety, stress, low mood/depression, struggling with work life balance, the pressures of raising a family, pre & post-natal mental health or the responsibility of holding the fort whilst your other half is FIFO, you may even be the FIFO worker and struggling in isolation. I can treat your mental health problems with the same focused strategies used in evidenced based treatments for acute psychological problems but tailor this to your specific needs in a warm, empathic & less clinical way. Client focused counselling but grounded in evidence. Bookings can be made via my webpage: www.soulright.com.au
Whether its anxiety, stress, low mood/depression, struggling with work life balance, the pressures of raising a family, pre & post-natal mental health or the responsibility of holding the fort whilst your other half is FIFO, you may even be the FIFO worker and struggling in isolation. I can treat your mental health problems with the same focused strategies used in evidenced based treatments for acute psychological problems but tailor this to your specific needs in a warm, empathic & less clinical way. Client focused counselling but grounded in evidence. Bookings can be made via my webpage: www.soulright.com.au
With 15+ years of experience, I support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families facing trauma, anxiety, and life transitions.
As the founder of Hawkesbury River Psychology, I offer online and nature-based therapy on the Hawkesbury River. My approach integrates mindfulness, art therapy, and creative expression. I also run anxiety management, suicide prevention for young people, and men’s support groups—held on a boat or in the bush—to foster connection and healing.
With 15+ years of experience, I support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families facing trauma, anxiety, and life transitions.
As the founder of Hawkesbury River Psychology, I offer online and nature-based therapy on the Hawkesbury River. My approach integrates mindfulness, art therapy, and creative expression. I also run anxiety management, suicide prevention for young people, and men’s support groups—held on a boat or in the bush—to foster connection and healing.
I support clients impacted by sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse (CSA) in children as young as five, and perinatal mental health.
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working across various mental health services, providing support to both adults and adolescents. This experience has given me valuable insight into how trauma manifests and affects individuals at different stages of life.
I support clients impacted by sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse (CSA) in children as young as five, and perinatal mental health.
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working across various mental health services, providing support to both adults and adolescents. This experience has given me valuable insight into how trauma manifests and affects individuals at different stages of life.
You’re kind, thoughtful, and gentle but inside you feel overwhelmed, unseen, or emotionally drained. Perhaps you’ve spent years with partners who invalidate you, talk down to you, or leave you walking on eggshells. You overthink, feel deeply, and get snappy when stressed or overloaded. You want to break painful patterns, manage your emotions, reduce anxiety, and finally experience relationships that feel calm, safe, and supportive.
You’re kind, thoughtful, and gentle but inside you feel overwhelmed, unseen, or emotionally drained. Perhaps you’ve spent years with partners who invalidate you, talk down to you, or leave you walking on eggshells. You overthink, feel deeply, and get snappy when stressed or overloaded. You want to break painful patterns, manage your emotions, reduce anxiety, and finally experience relationships that feel calm, safe, and supportive.
Dr Kelly Prandl originally trained as a nurse, midwife, and child health nurse.
Kelly is trained in Emotion Focused Couples Therapy, CBT, Schema Therapy, and has completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Family and Relationship Therapy.
Dr Kelly Prandl originally trained as a nurse, midwife, and child health nurse.
Kelly is trained in Emotion Focused Couples Therapy, CBT, Schema Therapy, and has completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Family and Relationship Therapy.
Whether it’s for you, your child, teenager or young person in your care, you’re in the right place.
I’d like to put you at ease. As an accredited mental health social worker and clinician with over 20 years of experience, I specialise in supporting young people, individuals, couples and families impacted by adverse life events, behavioural issues, mental health challenges, relationship issues and trauma. My many years of experience and practice in this field allows me to formulate, develop and implement individualised therapeutic plans to work with you, to make a brave space for you to share what is happening in your life and support you to find your way forward.
Whether it’s for you, your child, teenager or young person in your care, you’re in the right place.
I’d like to put you at ease. As an accredited mental health social worker and clinician with over 20 years of experience, I specialise in supporting young people, individuals, couples and families impacted by adverse life events, behavioural issues, mental health challenges, relationship issues and trauma. My many years of experience and practice in this field allows me to formulate, develop and implement individualised therapeutic plans to work with you, to make a brave space for you to share what is happening in your life and support you to find your way forward.
Nearby Children Therapists Searches for East Perth
- Coolbinia
- East Victoria Park
- Highgate
- Leederville
- Maylands
- Mount Lawley
- North Perth
- Perth
- South Perth
- Victoria Park
- West Leederville
- West Perth
FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviours change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.