Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in Melville, WA
Offering more than talk therapy, you may wish to delve into some dream work, try some art therapy, or work on your positive parenting.
Stephanie is an experienced Counsellor & Psychotherapist (Level 4 ACA) with over 20 years of experience, in private practice as well as working with community organisations since 2003. Stephanie has worked in a range of diverse settings to provide counselling to adults, children, adolescents, couples, families and group work. Stephanie is a professional, qualified and skilled counsellor possessing compassion and empathy to hold a safe, respectful, compassionate space where you can explore your emotions, thoughts, and concerns without judgment.
Offering more than talk therapy, you may wish to delve into some dream work, try some art therapy, or work on your positive parenting.
Stephanie is an experienced Counsellor & Psychotherapist (Level 4 ACA) with over 20 years of experience, in private practice as well as working with community organisations since 2003. Stephanie has worked in a range of diverse settings to provide counselling to adults, children, adolescents, couples, families and group work. Stephanie is a professional, qualified and skilled counsellor possessing compassion and empathy to hold a safe, respectful, compassionate space where you can explore your emotions, thoughts, and concerns without judgment.
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).
Most of my clients come to me feeling confused, emotionally drained, and questioning themselves. On the outside, they often look like they’re coping. But inside, there’s a quiet sense of not feeling good enough, of second-guessing their needs, and of carrying patterns that don’t feel like their own.
I work with women who grew up in environments where love, approval, or safety felt inconsistent. You may not have a formal label for what you experienced, but something in you knows it was difficult. That’s enough.
My approach is active and collaborative. I’m not here just to listen while you vent.
Most of my clients come to me feeling confused, emotionally drained, and questioning themselves. On the outside, they often look like they’re coping. But inside, there’s a quiet sense of not feeling good enough, of second-guessing their needs, and of carrying patterns that don’t feel like their own.
I work with women who grew up in environments where love, approval, or safety felt inconsistent. You may not have a formal label for what you experienced, but something in you knows it was difficult. That’s enough.
My approach is active and collaborative. I’m not here just to listen while you vent.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I focus on understanding the individual experience of each client. This includes working together to build trust and an understanding of what you are going through, what matters to you and your priorities for positive change. Therapy can then be tailored to address your needs within your individual circumstances for moving forward and coping well in your life.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I focus on understanding the individual experience of each client. This includes working together to build trust and an understanding of what you are going through, what matters to you and your priorities for positive change. Therapy can then be tailored to address your needs within your individual circumstances for moving forward and coping well in your life.
Candy is skilled in working with anxiety, depression, stress, adjustment difficulties, complex trauma, PTSD, emotion regulation, sex and intimacy, grief/loss, OCD, self-esteem, ADHD, PMDD, parenting/early childhood, and with couples and relationship difficulties.
Candy has intensive training and draws upon the following modalities and therapeutic approaches:
• Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
• EMDR and Exposure therapy
• Schema Therapy
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
• Narrative Therapy
• Acceptance Commitment Therapy
• Mindfulness-Integrated CBT
• Trauma-Focused CBT
• Circle of Security and Attachment
Candy is skilled in working with anxiety, depression, stress, adjustment difficulties, complex trauma, PTSD, emotion regulation, sex and intimacy, grief/loss, OCD, self-esteem, ADHD, PMDD, parenting/early childhood, and with couples and relationship difficulties.
Candy has intensive training and draws upon the following modalities and therapeutic approaches:
• Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
• EMDR and Exposure therapy
• Schema Therapy
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
• Narrative Therapy
• Acceptance Commitment Therapy
• Mindfulness-Integrated CBT
• Trauma-Focused CBT
• Circle of Security and Attachment
I’m Carla, an experienced Parenting and Relationship Counsellor with 18 years in practice and the creator of 8 Selves Therapy (8ST).
I’m a Mental Health and Community Services Lecturer and Author of various PD books. My approach to Therapy is about remembering who you are and finding the person you lost within your relationships. Ready to make lasting changes in your life? Let’s work together to find clarity and self-understanding.
I’m Carla, an experienced Parenting and Relationship Counsellor with 18 years in practice and the creator of 8 Selves Therapy (8ST).
I’m a Mental Health and Community Services Lecturer and Author of various PD books. My approach to Therapy is about remembering who you are and finding the person you lost within your relationships. Ready to make lasting changes in your life? Let’s work together to find clarity and self-understanding.
We have a special interest in providing counselling to parents of medically complex children and adolescents, and parents with neurodiverse and gender diverse children & adolescents.
Trauma is common, particularly in those with medically complex children. My practice acknowledges the complexity of parenting and provides support for those with ongoing needs.
We have a special interest in providing counselling to parents of medically complex children and adolescents, and parents with neurodiverse and gender diverse children & adolescents.
Trauma is common, particularly in those with medically complex children. My practice acknowledges the complexity of parenting and provides support for those with ongoing needs.
I have significant experience in supporting clients to build healthier and more positive relationships, not only with others but with themselves. I work with clients experiencing difficulties related to stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, grief, and a range of other issues. I work with children, adolescents and adults in a collaborative, trauma informed and client centred way that puts the needs of the client front and centre.
I have significant experience in supporting clients to build healthier and more positive relationships, not only with others but with themselves. I work with clients experiencing difficulties related to stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, grief, and a range of other issues. I work with children, adolescents and adults in a collaborative, trauma informed and client centred way that puts the needs of the client front and centre.
Parents may be worried about a child struggling with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, neurodivergent needs such as ADHD or autism, or the stress of family change, like separation or divorce.
I specialise in neurodivergent families including ADHD, autism and AuDHD, and support concerns such as anxiety, OCD related behaviours, parenting challenges, trauma and relationship difficulties. My approach is family-focused and trauma-informed. When working with children I begin with a parent-only session to understand the family system and plan support
Parents may be worried about a child struggling with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, neurodivergent needs such as ADHD or autism, or the stress of family change, like separation or divorce.
I specialise in neurodivergent families including ADHD, autism and AuDHD, and support concerns such as anxiety, OCD related behaviours, parenting challenges, trauma and relationship difficulties. My approach is family-focused and trauma-informed. When working with children I begin with a parent-only session to understand the family system and plan support
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience providing counselling and therapy to adults and adolescents. My approach is client-centred, placing strong value on the therapeutic relationship as a space where it is safe to laugh and cry, while learning how to respond differently to yourself and to others. Every person is unique and every situation is unique, so I utilise a variety of evidence-based therapies, tailoring therapy to you and your needs.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience providing counselling and therapy to adults and adolescents. My approach is client-centred, placing strong value on the therapeutic relationship as a space where it is safe to laugh and cry, while learning how to respond differently to yourself and to others. Every person is unique and every situation is unique, so I utilise a variety of evidence-based therapies, tailoring therapy to you and your needs.
What sets me apart is my deep understanding of the emotional toll that relationship struggles, divorce, parenting challenges, grief and loss, abandonment, emotional abuse, and feeling unheard can take on a person.
You might be carrying feelings of loneliness or self-doubt, unsure of how to move forward. Life doesn’t have to feel this way.
I support individuals navigating relationship issues, separation, life transitions, parenting struggles, stress, autoimmune conditions, anger issues and unresolved childhood wounds.
What sets me apart is my deep understanding of the emotional toll that relationship struggles, divorce, parenting challenges, grief and loss, abandonment, emotional abuse, and feeling unheard can take on a person.
You might be carrying feelings of loneliness or self-doubt, unsure of how to move forward. Life doesn’t have to feel this way.
I support individuals navigating relationship issues, separation, life transitions, parenting struggles, stress, autoimmune conditions, anger issues and unresolved childhood wounds.
As a dedicated psychology professional, I am committed to fostering authentic connections with clients from all backgrounds. I approach each individual with respect, compassion, and a deep understanding of the complexities of human experiences. My practice is rooted in trauma-informed and inclusive care, ensuring everyone feels heard, respected, and empowered. By creating a safe and supportive space, I help clients navigate their challenges with gentle confidence and resilience, guiding them toward healing and personal growth. I work with individuals, couples, and children 14 years and older.
As a dedicated psychology professional, I am committed to fostering authentic connections with clients from all backgrounds. I approach each individual with respect, compassion, and a deep understanding of the complexities of human experiences. My practice is rooted in trauma-informed and inclusive care, ensuring everyone feels heard, respected, and empowered. By creating a safe and supportive space, I help clients navigate their challenges with gentle confidence and resilience, guiding them toward healing and personal growth. I work with individuals, couples, and children 14 years and older.
I support adults, young people and couples to navigate life’s challenges in a respectful and non-judgemental manner. I have worked in rural and urban settings and love to work with people from all walks of life. I enjoy working with a range of tricky problems that can bother big and small people, including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and relationship issues.
I support adults, young people and couples to navigate life’s challenges in a respectful and non-judgemental manner. I have worked in rural and urban settings and love to work with people from all walks of life. I enjoy working with a range of tricky problems that can bother big and small people, including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and relationship issues.
Maybe you've been feeling overwhelmed, anxious or stuck in old patterns of self-doubt. You may be longing for more calm, clarity, and ease in your relationships and everyday life.
I offer trauma-informed, nervous system-focused counselling for women and couples, supporting healing, self-trust and a deeper sense of connection. Sessions may include grounding, breathwork, mindfulness and practical tools to help you feel more connected and supported, both within yourself and your relationships.
Maybe you've been feeling overwhelmed, anxious or stuck in old patterns of self-doubt. You may be longing for more calm, clarity, and ease in your relationships and everyday life.
I offer trauma-informed, nervous system-focused counselling for women and couples, supporting healing, self-trust and a deeper sense of connection. Sessions may include grounding, breathwork, mindfulness and practical tools to help you feel more connected and supported, both within yourself and your relationships.
If you are struggling with life, work, school, relationships, or are feeling overwhelmed, perhaps it is time to take the step to get the support you or your loved ones need. Working with teenagers and adults, I provide a warm, non-judgemental and down-to-earth approach, helping you learn new ways to manage your challenges and symptoms, work through your past, and compassionately reconnect with those close to you. We are all unique and as such, therapy should be unique to you.
If you are struggling with life, work, school, relationships, or are feeling overwhelmed, perhaps it is time to take the step to get the support you or your loved ones need. Working with teenagers and adults, I provide a warm, non-judgemental and down-to-earth approach, helping you learn new ways to manage your challenges and symptoms, work through your past, and compassionately reconnect with those close to you. We are all unique and as such, therapy should be unique to you.
My therapeutic style is active and engaged. Drawing from modalities like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), we will work together to identify the specific challenges you're facing and develop a clear plan to address them.
I believe everyone has the capacity for growth and change. My role is to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to overcome obstacles, build self-confidence, and move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and control.
My therapeutic style is active and engaged. Drawing from modalities like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), we will work together to identify the specific challenges you're facing and develop a clear plan to address them.
I believe everyone has the capacity for growth and change. My role is to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to overcome obstacles, build self-confidence, and move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and control.
This is a safe, supportive space to explore life’s challenges and their emotional impact. Together, in a compassionate and gentle way, we make sense of overwhelming feelings, find steadiness, and build more choice in how you respond. We explore what’s going on beneath the surface, with the aim of you feeling clearer, more empowered, and at greater peace. Developing a relaxed, respectful connection is central to my work. I go at your pace, so you can feel at ease and supported.
This is a safe, supportive space to explore life’s challenges and their emotional impact. Together, in a compassionate and gentle way, we make sense of overwhelming feelings, find steadiness, and build more choice in how you respond. We explore what’s going on beneath the surface, with the aim of you feeling clearer, more empowered, and at greater peace. Developing a relaxed, respectful connection is central to my work. I go at your pace, so you can feel at ease and supported.
I work with adults navigating stress, anxiety, burnout, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, grief, and workplace pressures. Many of my clients come from FIFO, mining, construction, farming, and high-pressure environments where mental health is often pushed aside. I offer a practical, down-to-earth approach that helps people better understand themselves, build emotional awareness, strengthen coping strategies, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and connection.
I work with adults navigating stress, anxiety, burnout, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, grief, and workplace pressures. Many of my clients come from FIFO, mining, construction, farming, and high-pressure environments where mental health is often pushed aside. I offer a practical, down-to-earth approach that helps people better understand themselves, build emotional awareness, strengthen coping strategies, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and connection.
We believe that every person has the potential and inner resources to make changes and live a meaningful fulfilled life. We work in a holistic, collaborative and relational way because in our core we are rational, emotional, behavioral and spiritual beings. The counselling that I provide individuals and couples is for: Anxiety, Addictions, Anger Management, Depression, Grief and Loss, Relationship difficulties, Separation and Divorce, Intimacy, Domestic Abuse, Stress and Burnout, and Trauma.
We believe that every person has the potential and inner resources to make changes and live a meaningful fulfilled life. We work in a holistic, collaborative and relational way because in our core we are rational, emotional, behavioral and spiritual beings. The counselling that I provide individuals and couples is for: Anxiety, Addictions, Anger Management, Depression, Grief and Loss, Relationship difficulties, Separation and Divorce, Intimacy, Domestic Abuse, Stress and Burnout, and Trauma.
Some of the areas I can provide support in include anxiety, depression, adjustment, grief, life-transitions, and providing parenting support.
I work from a strengths-based approach to support clients explore their concerns and establish goals to enhance their resilience. It is important that we work collaboratively in this process, which will assist me in tailoring my approach to your needs. I value the individual qualities each person holds and strive to create a non-judgemental and open space to address difficult topics.
Some of the areas I can provide support in include anxiety, depression, adjustment, grief, life-transitions, and providing parenting support.
I work from a strengths-based approach to support clients explore their concerns and establish goals to enhance their resilience. It is important that we work collaboratively in this process, which will assist me in tailoring my approach to your needs. I value the individual qualities each person holds and strive to create a non-judgemental and open space to address difficult topics.
Nearby Parenting Therapists Searches for Melville
- Alfred Cove
- Attadale
- Bateman
- Bicton
- Booragoon
- Brentwood
- East Fremantle
- Mount Pleasant
- Murdoch
- Myaree
- Palmyra
- Winthrop
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.