Child Counselling in Perth, WA

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Jo Morrison
Social Worker
Wellard, WA 6170
In addition to Counselling I have experiencing supporting parents through Family Court and the Child Protection System.
A Social Worker with 23+ years experience. I provide services online and mobile outreach (in community). My counselling style is person centred, trauma informed and flexible, meaning I'll use my skills, knowledge and experience to deliver counselling suited to your individual needs.
In addition to Counselling I have experiencing supporting parents through Family Court and the Child Protection System.
A Social Worker with 23+ years experience. I provide services online and mobile outreach (in community). My counselling style is person centred, trauma informed and flexible, meaning I'll use my skills, knowledge and experience to deliver counselling suited to your individual needs.
(08) 6493 7946 View (08) 6493 7946
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The Child Anxiety Clinic Perth
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Claremont, WA 6010
At The Child Anxiety Clinic, we provide an evidence-based anxiety treatment program that will educate and empower your child to master their anxious thinking.
We provide an evidence-informed service that is uniquely tailored to your family's particular circumstances. As a Mum of 6 young children I understand the realities of family life and know how difficult it can be access professional services.
At The Child Anxiety Clinic, we provide an evidence-based anxiety treatment program that will educate and empower your child to master their anxious thinking.
We provide an evidence-informed service that is uniquely tailored to your family's particular circumstances. As a Mum of 6 young children I understand the realities of family life and know how difficult it can be access professional services.
(08) 6383 7840 View (08) 6383 7840
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Tarryn Lara Scher
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Subiaco, WA 6008
At Exploring Minds Psychology we are passionate about providing services to support children, adolescents (and their families), and adults.
We offer counselling for individuals aged 4 and above for anxiety, low mood, ADHD, self-esteem, and more. Telehealth available for ages 12+. We offer assessment for those aged 4-18 years for ADHD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, cognitive and educational assessment, Autism, Intellectual Disability and more.
At Exploring Minds Psychology we are passionate about providing services to support children, adolescents (and their families), and adults.
We offer counselling for individuals aged 4 and above for anxiety, low mood, ADHD, self-esteem, and more. Telehealth available for ages 12+. We offer assessment for those aged 4-18 years for ADHD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, cognitive and educational assessment, Autism, Intellectual Disability and more.
(08) 6493 7795 View (08) 6493 7795
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Michelle Ryan-Gittens
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Osborne Park, WA 6017
She has twenty years experience working with children, adolescents and women and has been employed as a psychologist in schools, early intervention, parenting support, disabilities services and private practice.
Michelle has an interest in women's health, anxiety, resilience and self confidence, overthinking, low mood and motivation, family separation and life adjustments, stress management, parenting concerns, and emotional regulation. She also supports people with breast cancer and dementia (or those who have loved ones with breast cancer or dementia).
She has twenty years experience working with children, adolescents and women and has been employed as a psychologist in schools, early intervention, parenting support, disabilities services and private practice.
Michelle has an interest in women's health, anxiety, resilience and self confidence, overthinking, low mood and motivation, family separation and life adjustments, stress management, parenting concerns, and emotional regulation. She also supports people with breast cancer and dementia (or those who have loved ones with breast cancer or dementia).
(08) 6490 9083 View (08) 6490 9083
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Genevieve Milnes
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA Endorsed
Mount Lawley, WA 6050
Individual and personal issues, marriage and relationships, parents and children, inattention at school and home, and a host of other areas.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who has pioneered a cutting edge CBT for depression called Rewiring. I can help you retrain your brain in 6 sessions if you commit to 25 minutes of Rewiring practice a day. I also love to work with couples experiencing relationship difficulties and parents with children who experience emotional and behavioral difficulties.
Individual and personal issues, marriage and relationships, parents and children, inattention at school and home, and a host of other areas.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who has pioneered a cutting edge CBT for depression called Rewiring. I can help you retrain your brain in 6 sessions if you commit to 25 minutes of Rewiring practice a day. I also love to work with couples experiencing relationship difficulties and parents with children who experience emotional and behavioral difficulties.
(08) 9126 9157 View (08) 9126 9157
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Sandra Dichiera - Find Freedom Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Mount Lawley, WA 6050
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, families and adults, and specialise in complex trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse and a range of other mental health concerns.
I work closely with clients to explore their unique challenges, past experiences and goals to support emotional wellbeing and guide them to lead fulfilling lives. I customise evidence-based techniques to meet each individual's unique needs including EMDR, Somatic Therapy, Schema, Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy, ACT and more.
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, families and adults, and specialise in complex trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse and a range of other mental health concerns.
I work closely with clients to explore their unique challenges, past experiences and goals to support emotional wellbeing and guide them to lead fulfilling lives. I customise evidence-based techniques to meet each individual's unique needs including EMDR, Somatic Therapy, Schema, Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy, ACT and more.
(08) 6493 7076 View (08) 6493 7076
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Amanda Oliver
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
West Perth, WA 6005
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist specialising in adolescents & adults. Formerly a high school teacher, I have a natural ability to quickly develop relationships with teenagers and specialise in complex issues often affecting adolescents and their families. These issues often recur in adult relationships affecting daily life. By processing and understanding the past, it opens up a way to be able to move forward & improve current relations. I am passionate about not just alleviating symptoms but helping you to understand and resolve patterns of behaviour. Working together, we determine goals and the direction of your therapy.
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist specialising in adolescents & adults. Formerly a high school teacher, I have a natural ability to quickly develop relationships with teenagers and specialise in complex issues often affecting adolescents and their families. These issues often recur in adult relationships affecting daily life. By processing and understanding the past, it opens up a way to be able to move forward & improve current relations. I am passionate about not just alleviating symptoms but helping you to understand and resolve patterns of behaviour. Working together, we determine goals and the direction of your therapy.
(08) 7079 4452 View (08) 7079 4452
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Nadia Kidgell
Counsellor, ACA-L1
South Perth, WA 6151
I’m a compassionate family counsellor supporting children, teens, and parents through anxiety, ADHD, autism, grief, family conflict, divorce, co-parenting, and recovery from family and domestic violence (FDV).
I specialise in child-centred play therapy, teen counselling, parent support, co-parenting, and recovery after family and domestic violence (FDV). I offer a safe, compassionate space to help children, teens, and families heal, grow, and strengthen their relationships.
I’m a compassionate family counsellor supporting children, teens, and parents through anxiety, ADHD, autism, grief, family conflict, divorce, co-parenting, and recovery from family and domestic violence (FDV).
I specialise in child-centred play therapy, teen counselling, parent support, co-parenting, and recovery after family and domestic violence (FDV). I offer a safe, compassionate space to help children, teens, and families heal, grow, and strengthen their relationships.
(08) 6147 0116 View (08) 6147 0116
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Narelle Whitfield
Social Worker, AASW
Northbridge, WA 6003
I particularly like working with children, young people and women 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 women 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
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Thomas Cobb
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Booragoon, WA 6154
I am dedicated to creating a safe space for clients free from judgement. I believe it is important that each person feels heard, understood and supported during their therapeutic journey, and I endeavour to make this a reality. I also take time in the first session to establish goals and discuss expectations of therapy. Working from a client-centred approach means it is important to me that clients can select the focus of sessions at a pace that is right for them. This often involves collaboration in order to work through issues, discerning underlying difficulties for sustained change, finding meaning, or enhancing strengths.
I am dedicated to creating a safe space for clients free from judgement. I believe it is important that each person feels heard, understood and supported during their therapeutic journey, and I endeavour to make this a reality. I also take time in the first session to establish goals and discuss expectations of therapy. Working from a client-centred approach means it is important to me that clients can select the focus of sessions at a pace that is right for them. This often involves collaboration in order to work through issues, discerning underlying difficulties for sustained change, finding meaning, or enhancing strengths.
(08) 6118 7203 View (08) 6118 7203
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Jane Norgard
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Yokine, WA 6060
My practice involves providing psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults experiencing personal, emotional, behavioural, social, educational and/or occupational issues.
i love working with children and adolescents. I also have a special interest in working with people who experience anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and specific phobias across all ages. Further, I have extensive experience in treating mood disorders, behavioural regulation, adjusting to diagnoses (medical/disability) and parenting support.
My practice involves providing psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults experiencing personal, emotional, behavioural, social, educational and/or occupational issues.
i love working with children and adolescents. I also have a special interest in working with people who experience anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and specific phobias across all ages. Further, I have extensive experience in treating mood disorders, behavioural regulation, adjusting to diagnoses (medical/disability) and parenting support.
(08) 7078 8326 View (08) 7078 8326
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Justyna Ptak-Broers
Counsellor, MSc, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Mount Lawley, WA 6050
I specialise in areas of: relationship counselling, family conflicts, behavioural issues, ADHD in adults and children, positive parenting, anxiety, depression, family domestic violence, separation and divorce.
With my background in psychology and counselling, I offer an integrated approach tailored to client's unique needs based on the Couples Developmental Model, Emotion Focused Therapy, Relational Life Therapy, and Play Therapy, amongst other modalities. I have extensive clinical experience across various client groups—including couples, children, and families.
I specialise in areas of: relationship counselling, family conflicts, behavioural issues, ADHD in adults and children, positive parenting, anxiety, depression, family domestic violence, separation and divorce.
With my background in psychology and counselling, I offer an integrated approach tailored to client's unique needs based on the Couples Developmental Model, Emotion Focused Therapy, Relational Life Therapy, and Play Therapy, amongst other modalities. I have extensive clinical experience across various client groups—including couples, children, and families.
(08) 6493 7202 View (08) 6493 7202
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Amanda Gordon
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Bibra Lake, WA 6163
I work with children, adolescents, and adults who feel overwhelmed and need practical, effective support.
Sessions are tailored to each person, starting with what’s happening now. We set clear goals and use Person-Centred Therapy, CBT, SFBT, and mindfulness. For children and teens, I include creative activities to express feelings and build coping skills. For adults, we focus on insight, problem-solving, and practical tools to create change and build confidence.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults who feel overwhelmed and need practical, effective support.
Sessions are tailored to each person, starting with what’s happening now. We set clear goals and use Person-Centred Therapy, CBT, SFBT, and mindfulness. For children and teens, I include creative activities to express feelings and build coping skills. For adults, we focus on insight, problem-solving, and practical tools to create change and build confidence.
(08) 6120 1403 View (08) 6120 1403
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Nora Gillespie
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Morley, WA 6062
I am a Registered Psychologist who is passionate about supporting young people, adults and their families to connect and grow as individuals but also collectively. I work collaboratively with clients to address different life challenges including stress, anxiety, depression, parenting struggles and developmental issues using a range of counselling approaches and psychological interventions. As one of the very few Vietnamese speaking psychologist in WA, I aspire to support the community seek support for their wellbeing without the cultural stigma and challenges.
I am a Registered Psychologist who is passionate about supporting young people, adults and their families to connect and grow as individuals but also collectively. I work collaboratively with clients to address different life challenges including stress, anxiety, depression, parenting struggles and developmental issues using a range of counselling approaches and psychological interventions. As one of the very few Vietnamese speaking psychologist in WA, I aspire to support the community seek support for their wellbeing without the cultural stigma and challenges.
(08) 6219 3539 View (08) 6219 3539
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Growing Hope Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Port Kennedy, WA 6172
I'm passionate about supporting children, teens and young adults as they navigate life’s ups and downs.
I believe healing happens in connection – with ourselves, others and the world around us. That’s why I take a whole-person approach, creating a space where you’re accepted exactly as you are. Our sessions are tailored to you – your needs, your pace and your goals. Together, we’ll explore challenges gently, helping you build the confidence you need to thrive.
I'm passionate about supporting children, teens and young adults as they navigate life’s ups and downs.
I believe healing happens in connection – with ourselves, others and the world around us. That’s why I take a whole-person approach, creating a space where you’re accepted exactly as you are. Our sessions are tailored to you – your needs, your pace and your goals. Together, we’ll explore challenges gently, helping you build the confidence you need to thrive.
(08) 9515 6737 View (08) 9515 6737
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Alessandra Traverso Counselling
Social Worker, AMHSW
Subiaco, WA 6008
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.
(08) 6171 2236 View (08) 6171 2236
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Nadia Truong CARE Psychology Services
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Edgewater, WA 6027
Nadia is a registered psychologist who places great emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship with her clients and applies an individualised, client-centred approach to therapy. Her strengths-based approach helps clients to feel centred, affirmed, resilient and empowered so they can achieve potential personal growth. She is committed to a holistic approach to comprehensively address the various factors that may undermine a person’s resilience and sense of wellbeing. Nadia is also a Board Approved Supervisor with over 20 years of experience in the mental health sector.
Nadia is a registered psychologist who places great emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship with her clients and applies an individualised, client-centred approach to therapy. Her strengths-based approach helps clients to feel centred, affirmed, resilient and empowered so they can achieve potential personal growth. She is committed to a holistic approach to comprehensively address the various factors that may undermine a person’s resilience and sense of wellbeing. Nadia is also a Board Approved Supervisor with over 20 years of experience in the mental health sector.
(08) 6219 3897 View (08) 6219 3897
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Michelle Daw
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Hillarys, WA 6025
I am committed to supporting young people and their families who are struggling with challenges socially, emotionally and mentally. My goal is to support you in understanding how to find help, develop individual strategies to manage these difficulties and know you are not alone! My workspace is designed to help you feel comfortable and safe, it is non-clinical and judgement free. My mission is connecting families through access to individual and group programs that nurture, validate and inspire.
I am committed to supporting young people and their families who are struggling with challenges socially, emotionally and mentally. My goal is to support you in understanding how to find help, develop individual strategies to manage these difficulties and know you are not alone! My workspace is designed to help you feel comfortable and safe, it is non-clinical and judgement free. My mission is connecting families through access to individual and group programs that nurture, validate and inspire.
(08) 7079 4515 View (08) 7079 4515
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Derek Cohen
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Rossmoyne, WA 6148
Derek Cohen has been working with children, adults and families for over 40 years. He has worked intensively with ADHD and ASD children, adults and their families for over 30 years. He combines in assessment and treatment a background in neurodevelopmental-emotional interactions, family-, psychodynamic and behavioural therapies to create individualised programs which are aimed at improving emotional wellbeing and increasing skills. Derek is widely known in the West Australian health community for his depth of knowledge, innovative and creative spirit, and warm manner. Please see his website: www.theclinicalpsychologist.com.au
Derek Cohen has been working with children, adults and families for over 40 years. He has worked intensively with ADHD and ASD children, adults and their families for over 30 years. He combines in assessment and treatment a background in neurodevelopmental-emotional interactions, family-, psychodynamic and behavioural therapies to create individualised programs which are aimed at improving emotional wellbeing and increasing skills. Derek is widely known in the West Australian health community for his depth of knowledge, innovative and creative spirit, and warm manner. Please see his website: www.theclinicalpsychologist.com.au
(08) 9025 3272 View (08) 9025 3272
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Michelle Capsanis
Psychologist, Assoc MAPS
Rossmoyne, WA 6148
Michelle Capsanis has been working with children and families for over 20 years.
Michelle provides a range of psychology and counselling services for children, teenagers, and adults.
Michelle Capsanis has been working with children and families for over 20 years.
Michelle provides a range of psychology and counselling services for children, teenagers, and adults.
(08) 7078 8265 View (08) 7078 8265

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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Perth provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in Perth build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.