Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in Highgate, WA

Lina Cala
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Highgate, WA 6003
Lina is a Clinical Psychologist, and is experienced in working with children, adolescents, adults and couples. Lina offers therapy for a broad range of psychological, emotional and life change issues, including depression, anxiety, worry & stress, difficulties with emotion regulation, trauma, interpersonal and relationship difficulties. Using a non-judgmental approach, Lina works with clients to diminish distressing symptoms, shift unhelpful life patterns, and develop understanding. Lina’s therapeutic style is client centred, holistic and compassionate. Lina believes that a strong therapeutic relationship is key to therapy.
Lina is a Clinical Psychologist, and is experienced in working with children, adolescents, adults and couples. Lina offers therapy for a broad range of psychological, emotional and life change issues, including depression, anxiety, worry & stress, difficulties with emotion regulation, trauma, interpersonal and relationship difficulties. Using a non-judgmental approach, Lina works with clients to diminish distressing symptoms, shift unhelpful life patterns, and develop understanding. Lina’s therapeutic style is client centred, holistic and compassionate. Lina believes that a strong therapeutic relationship is key to therapy.
(08) 6171 2923 View (08) 6171 2923
Valda Prado-Sampaio
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Valda. I help people of all ages and walks of life navigate difficult times in their lives and create healthier, happier relationships. Especially when anger or fears are high and hope low. If you long for better, deeper, more authentic relationships, I can help you too. I teach skills and principles that will help you communicate and solve problems better, while developing flexibility and resilience. It's important to me that you feel heard, understood, respected, and valued. I’ll respect your differences and always remember it’s a privilege to be allowed into your personal, private world.
Hi, I'm Valda. I help people of all ages and walks of life navigate difficult times in their lives and create healthier, happier relationships. Especially when anger or fears are high and hope low. If you long for better, deeper, more authentic relationships, I can help you too. I teach skills and principles that will help you communicate and solve problems better, while developing flexibility and resilience. It's important to me that you feel heard, understood, respected, and valued. I’ll respect your differences and always remember it’s a privilege to be allowed into your personal, private world.
(08) 6490 9795 View (08) 6490 9795
Narelle Whitfield
Social Worker, AASW
Serves Area
I particularly like working with children, young people and couples who are experiencing relationship difficulties, whether that be with a partner, school relationships or parents.
I use various techniques with children and young people to help them express themselves, using animals, drawing, stories and acting out situations. With parents, I often refer to the Circle of Security training I have learnt, parent-child interaction therapy and other ways to develop a secure attachment.
I particularly like working with children, young people and couples who are experiencing relationship difficulties, whether that be with a partner, school relationships or parents.
I use various techniques with children and young people to help them express themselves, using animals, drawing, stories and acting out situations. With parents, I often refer to the Circle of Security training I have learnt, parent-child interaction therapy and other ways to develop a secure attachment.
(08) 7078 8254 View (08) 7078 8254
James Diamantopoulos
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a clinical psychologist that provides psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. People I work with often express difficulties with feeling "stuck" in their life; they are grappling with a conflict that they have problems resolving. Many people also present with profound issues with relating to themselves and with other people, contributing to a sense of isolation. These issues may prevent a person from engaging in what is meaningful to them.
I am a clinical psychologist that provides psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. People I work with often express difficulties with feeling "stuck" in their life; they are grappling with a conflict that they have problems resolving. Many people also present with profound issues with relating to themselves and with other people, contributing to a sense of isolation. These issues may prevent a person from engaging in what is meaningful to them.
(08) 7078 7559 View (08) 7078 7559
Sarah Ramunno
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I am a clinical psychologist with a special interest in working with adults experiencing difficulties with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, assertiveness, PTSD, perinatal mental health, interpersonal and relationship difficulties. I am passionate about delivering best practice care to my clients and provide evidence-based treatments for a range of difficulties. I enjoy working with clients in developing skills and strategies to begin to change problematic patterns.
I am a clinical psychologist with a special interest in working with adults experiencing difficulties with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, assertiveness, PTSD, perinatal mental health, interpersonal and relationship difficulties. I am passionate about delivering best practice care to my clients and provide evidence-based treatments for a range of difficulties. I enjoy working with clients in developing skills and strategies to begin to change problematic patterns.
(08) 6490 9815 View (08) 6490 9815
Be Therapy
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
Trauma-informed and neurodivergent-affirming, with particular interests in perinatal mental health, birth trauma, and adjustment to parenting.
I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and EMDR therapist offering long-term, depth-oriented individual therapy for adults. Using EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS), I work with clients to explore how early experiences and relationships shape present-day emotions, patterns, and difficulties — and to gradually process and integrate what's been carried for a long time. My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and grounded in social work values. Alongside complex trauma, I have particular interests in perinatal mental health and adjustment to parenthood, and in grief and loss across life transitions.
Trauma-informed and neurodivergent-affirming, with particular interests in perinatal mental health, birth trauma, and adjustment to parenting.
I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and EMDR therapist offering long-term, depth-oriented individual therapy for adults. Using EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS), I work with clients to explore how early experiences and relationships shape present-day emotions, patterns, and difficulties — and to gradually process and integrate what's been carried for a long time. My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and grounded in social work values. Alongside complex trauma, I have particular interests in perinatal mental health and adjustment to parenthood, and in grief and loss across life transitions.
(08) 6120 1166 View (08) 6120 1166
Essence Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Anita Mulani has interest in the improvement of mental health and wellbeing and has experience working with people who have emotional life challenges such as anxiety, trauma, depression and grief. She also has years of experience and professional training in couples counselling and has worked extensively with clients to help them overcome obstacles in their relationships. Anita has worked in different countries and is multilingual; she speaks fluent Japanese and Indonesian, Indian dialects, and is also familiar with intercultural and inter social differences between people of different backgrounds.
Anita Mulani has interest in the improvement of mental health and wellbeing and has experience working with people who have emotional life challenges such as anxiety, trauma, depression and grief. She also has years of experience and professional training in couples counselling and has worked extensively with clients to help them overcome obstacles in their relationships. Anita has worked in different countries and is multilingual; she speaks fluent Japanese and Indonesian, Indian dialects, and is also familiar with intercultural and inter social differences between people of different backgrounds.
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Nicole Logue - Relationship Counselling
Psychotherapist, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Mount Lawley, WA 6050
Helping couples to build healthy relationships through enhancing their communication, intimacy and sense of connection is one of my passions. Whether you're having difficult feeling heard by your partner, are having the same arguments that don't get resolved, want to bring back the spark to your partnership, or are needing healing after an affair there is still hope and I'd be happy to work with you.
Helping couples to build healthy relationships through enhancing their communication, intimacy and sense of connection is one of my passions. Whether you're having difficult feeling heard by your partner, are having the same arguments that don't get resolved, want to bring back the spark to your partnership, or are needing healing after an affair there is still hope and I'd be happy to work with you.
(08) 7701 9694 View (08) 7701 9694
Thelma Nascimento
Social Worker, AASW
Online Only
Many clients experience increased clarity, calmer responses and more confidence in themselves and their parenting.
You look like you’re coping, but inside you feel overwhelmed, irritable and stretched too thin. You may be raising children far from family support, navigating cultural expectations, relationship strain, or the intensity of strong-willed kids. The constant mental load, the guilt of never doing enough, or the tension that builds after long, exhausting days. You want to feel calmer, less guilty, more connected to yourself and your family, and to stop feeling like you’re failing at your relationship or as a mother.
Many clients experience increased clarity, calmer responses and more confidence in themselves and their parenting.
You look like you’re coping, but inside you feel overwhelmed, irritable and stretched too thin. You may be raising children far from family support, navigating cultural expectations, relationship strain, or the intensity of strong-willed kids. The constant mental load, the guilt of never doing enough, or the tension that builds after long, exhausting days. You want to feel calmer, less guilty, more connected to yourself and your family, and to stop feeling like you’re failing at your relationship or as a mother.
(07) 4428 2807 View (07) 4428 2807
Lye Fong (Kelly) Lee
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
Online Only
I offer counselling services for individuals, couples, children and adolescents, families, and people experiencing workplace-related concerns, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and WorkSafe Victoria clients. I speak English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien, and Malay, and provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. My approach is based on empathy, understanding, and collaboration, helping clients build resilience, improve wellbeing, manage stress, strengthen relationships, and work towards their personal goals while creating lasting positive change.
I offer counselling services for individuals, couples, children and adolescents, families, and people experiencing workplace-related concerns, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and WorkSafe Victoria clients. I speak English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien, and Malay, and provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. My approach is based on empathy, understanding, and collaboration, helping clients build resilience, improve wellbeing, manage stress, strengthen relationships, and work towards their personal goals while creating lasting positive change.
(03) 7302 2757 View (03) 7302 2757
Alessandra Traverso Counselling
Social Worker, AMHSW
Subiaco, WA 6008
With 23 years of experience, I specialize in trauma across the lifespan, having worked with key agencies in WA. I support clients impacted by sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse (CSA) in children as young as five, and perinatal mental health. My expertise extends to child and adolescent mental health and child protection. I am trained in advanced EMDR for both adults and children, the Neuro-sequential Model of Therapeutics, and integrate concepts from Internal Family Systems, Circle of Security, and Play Therapy to provide holistic, and compassionate care.
With 23 years of experience, I specialize in trauma across the lifespan, having worked with key agencies in WA. I support clients impacted by sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse (CSA) in children as young as five, and perinatal mental health. My expertise extends to child and adolescent mental health and child protection. I am trained in advanced EMDR for both adults and children, the Neuro-sequential Model of Therapeutics, and integrate concepts from Internal Family Systems, Circle of Security, and Play Therapy to provide holistic, and compassionate care.
(08) 6171 2236 View (08) 6171 2236
Dr Brad Ridout (Online Telehealth)
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Online Only
I’m a registered psychologist offering telehealth across Australia for neurodivergent adolescents and adults, and for parents and carers of children with developmental differences or complex/rare health conditions.
I work collaboratively and practically using evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, and REBT that can be adapted to suit neurodivergent ways of thinking, feeling, and processing. Therapy is guided by your goals and circumstances, with a focus on reducing distress and building workable strategies for when life feels uncertain or can’t easily be “fixed”
I’m a registered psychologist offering telehealth across Australia for neurodivergent adolescents and adults, and for parents and carers of children with developmental differences or complex/rare health conditions.
I work collaboratively and practically using evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, and REBT that can be adapted to suit neurodivergent ways of thinking, feeling, and processing. Therapy is guided by your goals and circumstances, with a focus on reducing distress and building workable strategies for when life feels uncertain or can’t easily be “fixed”
(02) 7501 1664 View (02) 7501 1664
Growing Hope Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Port Kennedy, WA 6172
Nurturing you to heal and grow! Hi! I'm Kiara – a warm, down-to-earth counsellor, and the heart of Growing Hope Counselling. I'm passionate about supporting children, teens and young adults as they navigate life’s ups and downs. Life can feel heavy sometimes—whether you're trying to make sense of big emotions, dealing with tricky relationships, or feeling overwhelmed, lost, or just not like yourself. Maybe it’s hard to talk to others, or even to understand what’s going on inside. If you're looking for a space that feels safe, nurturing, and real—a space where you can simply be you—you’ve found it here.
Nurturing you to heal and grow! Hi! I'm Kiara – a warm, down-to-earth counsellor, and the heart of Growing Hope Counselling. I'm passionate about supporting children, teens and young adults as they navigate life’s ups and downs. Life can feel heavy sometimes—whether you're trying to make sense of big emotions, dealing with tricky relationships, or feeling overwhelmed, lost, or just not like yourself. Maybe it’s hard to talk to others, or even to understand what’s going on inside. If you're looking for a space that feels safe, nurturing, and real—a space where you can simply be you—you’ve found it here.
(08) 9515 6737 View (08) 9515 6737
Victoria Wilkinson
Social Worker, AASW
Willagee, WA 6156
Hi, I'm Victoria and I'd like to help you work through this difficult time. It’s not easy reaching out so I’m pleased you are making the first steps. I have a background in both Social Work and Counselling which is helpful as I can draw from both disciplines to best support you. I started my career in the UK as a Children and Families Social Worker and have since gained a broad range of experience in the therapeutic field including trauma, mental health, family, and relationship-based issues. I also have a passion for supporting people with ADHD and tapping into their neurodiverse strengths from a lived experience.
Hi, I'm Victoria and I'd like to help you work through this difficult time. It’s not easy reaching out so I’m pleased you are making the first steps. I have a background in both Social Work and Counselling which is helpful as I can draw from both disciplines to best support you. I started my career in the UK as a Children and Families Social Worker and have since gained a broad range of experience in the therapeutic field including trauma, mental health, family, and relationship-based issues. I also have a passion for supporting people with ADHD and tapping into their neurodiverse strengths from a lived experience.
(08) 6245 0312 View (08) 6245 0312
Michelle Daw
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Hillarys, WA 6025
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected or navigating change — whether you’re a young person finding your place, a woman juggling multiple roles, or someone simply needing space to breathe and make sense of things. Many of the people I work with are managing stress, identity shifts, neurodiversity, relationships, emotional wellbeing or that quiet sense that something isn’t quite right. Often, they’re not looking to be “fixed” — they want understanding, clarity and practical ways to feel more like themselves again.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected or navigating change — whether you’re a young person finding your place, a woman juggling multiple roles, or someone simply needing space to breathe and make sense of things. Many of the people I work with are managing stress, identity shifts, neurodiversity, relationships, emotional wellbeing or that quiet sense that something isn’t quite right. Often, they’re not looking to be “fixed” — they want understanding, clarity and practical ways to feel more like themselves again.
(08) 7079 4515 View (08) 7079 4515
Kate Sullivan
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
I provide telehealth psychology to young people, adults, and parents.
I have many years of experience supporting individuals, parents, and families with neurodiversity, anxiety, low mood, attachment disruption, and trauma. My sessions draw from IFS, Schema, DBT, ACT, and CBT. In simple terms, we understand your patterns, calm your nervous system, and build tools that genuinely fit your life.
I provide telehealth psychology to young people, adults, and parents.
I have many years of experience supporting individuals, parents, and families with neurodiversity, anxiety, low mood, attachment disruption, and trauma. My sessions draw from IFS, Schema, DBT, ACT, and CBT. In simple terms, we understand your patterns, calm your nervous system, and build tools that genuinely fit your life.
(02) 4214 4553 View (02) 4214 4553
Geraldine Tan
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Warwick, WA 6024
I have extensive experience supporting adults, adolescents, and children through a wide range of presenting challenges, particularly with navigating parenting, couple issues and problematic relational dynamics within families.
Using psychoeducation and a person-centred approach, I engage clients with strength-based techniques from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solution-Focussed Therapy and Trauma-Informed practice, tailored to each individual’s concerns and needs.
I have extensive experience supporting adults, adolescents, and children through a wide range of presenting challenges, particularly with navigating parenting, couple issues and problematic relational dynamics within families.
Using psychoeducation and a person-centred approach, I engage clients with strength-based techniques from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solution-Focussed Therapy and Trauma-Informed practice, tailored to each individual’s concerns and needs.
(08) 6219 3386 View (08) 6219 3386
Rachael Tan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Applecross, WA 6153
I am passionate about supporting adults (18+) and children (under 10) with anxiety, as well as navigating the experiences of parenting and/or being neurodivergent.
I deliver therapy by tailoring evidence-based interventions such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, and Positive Behaviour Support to client needs. I have significant experience with Educational Assessments and Autism assessment and diagnosis in children (I am unable to perform Adult ASD assessments).
I am passionate about supporting adults (18+) and children (under 10) with anxiety, as well as navigating the experiences of parenting and/or being neurodivergent.
I deliver therapy by tailoring evidence-based interventions such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, and Positive Behaviour Support to client needs. I have significant experience with Educational Assessments and Autism assessment and diagnosis in children (I am unable to perform Adult ASD assessments).
(08) 6493 7217 View (08) 6493 7217
Kelly Hefferon -Neuro Affirming
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Yangebup, WA 6164
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.
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.
(08) 9473 6364 View (08) 9473 6364
Linda van Leeuwen
Social Worker, AMHSW
Online Only
I exclusively offer services to parents & carers of PDA kids & teens and can offer parent coaching, counselling, EMDR Therapy and school advocacy support.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with 20 years of experience as well as a lived experience of having PDA as well as parenting two PDA kids. My website details exactly how I can assist. My practice name is Mending Memories for PDA Families.
I exclusively offer services to parents & carers of PDA kids & teens and can offer parent coaching, counselling, EMDR Therapy and school advocacy support.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with 20 years of experience as well as a lived experience of having PDA as well as parenting two PDA kids. My website details exactly how I can assist. My practice name is Mending Memories for PDA Families.
(07) 3186 8503 View (07) 3186 8503
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.