Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in Shenton Park, WA

Nick Averbuj
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Shenton Park, WA 6008
I pride myself on being on of the few psychologists who will help you investigate the underlying processes behind your difficulties. If you're prepared to commit to the therapeutic process to create meaningful change, then I hope you will contact me. Achieving sustainable change is not quick process, so if you're in need of immediate tools to alleviate symptoms in the short-term, I encourage you find one of the great professionals who offer more of that service. On the other hand, if you feel there are unconscious processes that you're ready to explore, my psychoanalytic approach might suit you more.
I pride myself on being on of the few psychologists who will help you investigate the underlying processes behind your difficulties. If you're prepared to commit to the therapeutic process to create meaningful change, then I hope you will contact me. Achieving sustainable change is not quick process, so if you're in need of immediate tools to alleviate symptoms in the short-term, I encourage you find one of the great professionals who offer more of that service. On the other hand, if you feel there are unconscious processes that you're ready to explore, my psychoanalytic approach might suit you more.
(08) 7078 8199 View (08) 7078 8199
Kylie Crump
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Shenton Park, WA 6008
I can also liaise with parents who are concerned about their child and help get appropriate help and support.
I have many years of varied experience working with children, adolescents and adults These days I focus mostly on working with women. I know that life is messy and I love to come alongside people in the mess. It is such a privilege to be trusted by my clients. My clients describe me as warm, compassionate, relatable, candid, and direct (in a good way!).
I can also liaise with parents who are concerned about their child and help get appropriate help and support.
I have many years of varied experience working with children, adolescents and adults These days I focus mostly on working with women. I know that life is messy and I love to come alongside people in the mess. It is such a privilege to be trusted by my clients. My clients describe me as warm, compassionate, relatable, candid, and direct (in a good way!).
(08) 9382 3645 View (08) 9382 3645
Rebecca Ng
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
Feeling unheard and unseen? Frustrated with the way you (do or don’t) communicate with your partner, colleagues, family? Through counselling you can get the empathy and understanding you're longing for. Discover why you're feeling what you're feeling, AND what your unmet needs are. Reconcile with the parts of you that you resent by learning where your behaviour patterns come from and how they have been trying to protect you. Learn to communicate your feelings and needs assertively and compassionately, that will leave you feeling seen and heard.
Feeling unheard and unseen? Frustrated with the way you (do or don’t) communicate with your partner, colleagues, family? Through counselling you can get the empathy and understanding you're longing for. Discover why you're feeling what you're feeling, AND what your unmet needs are. Reconcile with the parts of you that you resent by learning where your behaviour patterns come from and how they have been trying to protect you. Learn to communicate your feelings and needs assertively and compassionately, that will leave you feeling seen and heard.
(08) 6171 2548 View (08) 6171 2548
Skye Frizza
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples and families overcome communication breakdowns, navigate addiction issues, changes in relationships caused by everchanging life and the changes that accompany the antenatal and postnatal journey. My approach is rooted in collaboration and evidence based practice with an emphasis on creating a non-judgmental and compassionate environment. I understand relationships play a significant role in your overall well-being, and I am committed to helping people strengthen and improve these connections.
I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples and families overcome communication breakdowns, navigate addiction issues, changes in relationships caused by everchanging life and the changes that accompany the antenatal and postnatal journey. My approach is rooted in collaboration and evidence based practice with an emphasis on creating a non-judgmental and compassionate environment. I understand relationships play a significant role in your overall well-being, and I am committed to helping people strengthen and improve these connections.
(08) 6493 7338 View (08) 6493 7338
Perth Counselling & Psychotherapy Services
Psychotherapist
Serves Area
I teach Circle of Security an attachment based parent program for caregivers wanting to parent differently to their parents.
I can help you by listening, being curious and meeting with you as an equal. My goal is to help you become aware of what you are feeling and how you respond in different situations, this helps you manage your reactions and be choiceful about how you respond. This strengthens your connection with yourself and others.
I teach Circle of Security an attachment based parent program for caregivers wanting to parent differently to their parents.
I can help you by listening, being curious and meeting with you as an equal. My goal is to help you become aware of what you are feeling and how you respond in different situations, this helps you manage your reactions and be choiceful about how you respond. This strengthens your connection with yourself and others.
(08) 7078 8285 View (08) 7078 8285
Beck Janes
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
People often see me when they’re worn out from burnout or shutdown, overwhelm and anxiety, questioning or late‑identified neurodivergent, parenting intense kids, moving through teen overwhelm, or feeling strain in relationships across different neurotypes
I offer a collaborative space drawing on schema work, parts‑based approaches, ACT and creative processes, grounded in clinical training and lived experience of neurodivergence and advocacy. Together we can gently unpack trauma, including school and other systemic harms, at a pace that respects your nervous system and honours your access needs.
People often see me when they’re worn out from burnout or shutdown, overwhelm and anxiety, questioning or late‑identified neurodivergent, parenting intense kids, moving through teen overwhelm, or feeling strain in relationships across different neurotypes
I offer a collaborative space drawing on schema work, parts‑based approaches, ACT and creative processes, grounded in clinical training and lived experience of neurodivergence and advocacy. Together we can gently unpack trauma, including school and other systemic harms, at a pace that respects your nervous system and honours your access needs.
(08) 6171 2955 View (08) 6171 2955
Susan Woodworth
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
You can find out more about parenting and children by listening to Susan Woodworth on her regular radio segment on the Drive Show 98
At Walk and Talk Psychology we work in an outdoor space. Our psychology sessions take place whilst walking along the beach or foreshore, or sitting under the shade of a tree. If you prefer a unrushed atmosphere, tailored to your needs and pace, this type of counseling may be helpful for you. The relaxed, calming environment and the light exercise enables more creative problem solving and and enhanced mental flexibility. I am passionate about teaching people how to recognise and to regulate their emotional responses, develop a positive sense of self, problem solve situations, and build their resilience for the future.
You can find out more about parenting and children by listening to Susan Woodworth on her regular radio segment on the Drive Show 98
At Walk and Talk Psychology we work in an outdoor space. Our psychology sessions take place whilst walking along the beach or foreshore, or sitting under the shade of a tree. If you prefer a unrushed atmosphere, tailored to your needs and pace, this type of counseling may be helpful for you. The relaxed, calming environment and the light exercise enables more creative problem solving and and enhanced mental flexibility. I am passionate about teaching people how to recognise and to regulate their emotional responses, develop a positive sense of self, problem solve situations, and build their resilience for the future.
(08) 6219 3806 View (08) 6219 3806
Emma McLarty Counselling and Wellbeing
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Using Emotion Coaching via an EFFT framework, I support parents across the lifespan to respond with empathy and confidence.
I draw on both professional training and lived experience to support individuals, couples and families in building stronger connections with themselves and others.
Using Emotion Coaching via an EFFT framework, I support parents across the lifespan to respond with empathy and confidence.
I draw on both professional training and lived experience to support individuals, couples and families in building stronger connections with themselves and others.
(08) 6206 8981 View (08) 6206 8981
Danielle Zappavigna
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with: anxiety and depression, difficulty adjusting to a life challenge or a life change, traumatic life events, difficult events in childhood, recovery from bullying, workplace issues, relationship problems, adjustment to diagnosis of ADHD and/or Autism, parents of children with disabilities and medical conditions.
I love being a psychologist. It’s a genuine pleasure and joy to work with people, to be invited to hear about their lives, their challenges and what they want for themselves. In working with people, I’m interested in tailoring therapy to each individual client. I recognise that every person has their unique way of being in the world and way of looking at the world, and so will have their own needs and wants in how therapy will work for them.
I work with: anxiety and depression, difficulty adjusting to a life challenge or a life change, traumatic life events, difficult events in childhood, recovery from bullying, workplace issues, relationship problems, adjustment to diagnosis of ADHD and/or Autism, parents of children with disabilities and medical conditions.
I love being a psychologist. It’s a genuine pleasure and joy to work with people, to be invited to hear about their lives, their challenges and what they want for themselves. In working with people, I’m interested in tailoring therapy to each individual client. I recognise that every person has their unique way of being in the world and way of looking at the world, and so will have their own needs and wants in how therapy will work for them.
(08) 6490 9769 View (08) 6490 9769
Justine Spencer
Psychologist, MAPS
Online Only
At Wisdom Wellness, my goal is to support you through understanding and interacting with your thoughts, emotions and actions more effectively. My passion lies in assisting you to clarify the values that are truly important to you, moving you towards a more authentic, healthy and meaningful life. My values of authenticity, connection, integrity and wellness flow through all of my services. I will always provide a tailored, client-centred first approach with the utmost care and compassion.
At Wisdom Wellness, my goal is to support you through understanding and interacting with your thoughts, emotions and actions more effectively. My passion lies in assisting you to clarify the values that are truly important to you, moving you towards a more authentic, healthy and meaningful life. My values of authenticity, connection, integrity and wellness flow through all of my services. I will always provide a tailored, client-centred first approach with the utmost care and compassion.
(08) 6490 9177 View (08) 6490 9177
Tristan Abba
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Looking for a safe, supportive space to move past what's keeping you stuck in life? We'll work collaboratively to break unhelpful patterns and rewrite limiting narratives. While we can't change the past, we can transform how it affects you today. Psychology sessions with me are integrative drawing from CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, and narrative therapy—grounded in trauma and developmental theory. There is no one-size-fits-all model of therapy so I've spent the last 20 years gathering ideas and strategies from various approaches.
Looking for a safe, supportive space to move past what's keeping you stuck in life? We'll work collaboratively to break unhelpful patterns and rewrite limiting narratives. While we can't change the past, we can transform how it affects you today. Psychology sessions with me are integrative drawing from CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, and narrative therapy—grounded in trauma and developmental theory. There is no one-size-fits-all model of therapy so I've spent the last 20 years gathering ideas and strategies from various approaches.
(07) 3186 0226 View (07) 3186 0226
Claire Fitzgerald
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I work with people who are carrying more than they can sort through alone including adolescents, adults, and couples navigating eating disorders, perinatal mental health, anxiety, mood, trauma, neurodiversity, life transitions, and workplace stress. My approach is warm and honest. I draw on a range of evidence-based therapies, shaped around what actually helps you, not a single framework applied to everyone. We work at a pace that feels manageable, because good therapy rarely follows a straight line. The goal isn't perfection, it's feeling more like yourself. Based in Subiaco, Perth, with telehealth available across Australia.
I work with people who are carrying more than they can sort through alone including adolescents, adults, and couples navigating eating disorders, perinatal mental health, anxiety, mood, trauma, neurodiversity, life transitions, and workplace stress. My approach is warm and honest. I draw on a range of evidence-based therapies, shaped around what actually helps you, not a single framework applied to everyone. We work at a pace that feels manageable, because good therapy rarely follows a straight line. The goal isn't perfection, it's feeling more like yourself. Based in Subiaco, Perth, with telehealth available across Australia.
(08) 6171 3077 View (08) 6171 3077
Brian Allen and Associates
Psychologist, MAPS
Serves Area
As a mature person I have the benefit of my own life experience as well as my many years of professional practice that I can draw upon. This has enabled me to help many people to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships and to cope with and overcome the traumas and challenges that life eventually presents to all of us.
As a mature person I have the benefit of my own life experience as well as my many years of professional practice that I can draw upon. This has enabled me to help many people to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships and to cope with and overcome the traumas and challenges that life eventually presents to all of us.
(08) 9121 1016 View (08) 9121 1016
Amanda Oliver
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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
Simon P Martin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Simon is a highly respected Psychologist with 15 years' experience delivering Government services, Corporate Psychology and clinical therapeutic interventions. He holds a 6 year Masters degree in Applied Psychology, and has undertaken significant additional training in areas including Schema Therapy, EMDR and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Simon specialises in dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders & Relationship issues through a range of treatment modalities. He believes that positive change can come from a greater understanding of oneself, and works collaboratively with his clients to help them achieve their goals
Simon is a highly respected Psychologist with 15 years' experience delivering Government services, Corporate Psychology and clinical therapeutic interventions. He holds a 6 year Masters degree in Applied Psychology, and has undertaken significant additional training in areas including Schema Therapy, EMDR and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Simon specialises in dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders & Relationship issues through a range of treatment modalities. He believes that positive change can come from a greater understanding of oneself, and works collaboratively with his clients to help them achieve their goals
(08) 6490 9967 View (08) 6490 9967
Ian Hartley
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a Clinical Psychologist working with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, and feeling stuck or disconnected. Many clients seek a deeper understanding of recurring emotional and relational patterns. My approach is relational, attachment-focused, and developmentally informed, exploring how past and present relationships shape your sense of self and emotional world. Therapy aims to increase insight, strengthen self-understanding, and improve emotional regulation, supporting meaningful change. I offer both longer-term depth therapy and shorter-term work focused on symptom relief.
I am a Clinical Psychologist working with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, and feeling stuck or disconnected. Many clients seek a deeper understanding of recurring emotional and relational patterns. My approach is relational, attachment-focused, and developmentally informed, exploring how past and present relationships shape your sense of self and emotional world. Therapy aims to increase insight, strengthen self-understanding, and improve emotional regulation, supporting meaningful change. I offer both longer-term depth therapy and shorter-term work focused on symptom relief.
(08) 6171 3569 View (08) 6171 3569
Julie Sparrow
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I support people through a range of life transitions, including transitions of young adulthood, becoming a parent, and mid-life change.
I use a number of evidence-based approaches, and tailor my approach to each client. Everyone has their own unique history, strengths and values, and deserves an individualised approach.
I support people through a range of life transitions, including transitions of young adulthood, becoming a parent, and mid-life change.
I use a number of evidence-based approaches, and tailor my approach to each client. Everyone has their own unique history, strengths and values, and deserves an individualised approach.
(08) 6490 9072 View (08) 6490 9072

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Jane Hutchinson
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
With over 20 years’ experience, I provide thoughtful, structured therapy that draws on neuroscience and evidence-based approaches to understand why patterns develop and how to change them. I work with indivduals and families who appear to be coping on the outside, but feel stuck in cycles of overwhelm, disconnection, or recurring difficulties beneath the surface. Many difficulties are not random, they reflect patterns that have developed over time.
With over 20 years’ experience, I provide thoughtful, structured therapy that draws on neuroscience and evidence-based approaches to understand why patterns develop and how to change them. I work with indivduals and families who appear to be coping on the outside, but feel stuck in cycles of overwhelm, disconnection, or recurring difficulties beneath the surface. Many difficulties are not random, they reflect patterns that have developed over time.
(08) 6171 2601 View (08) 6171 2601
Speak Culture
Counsellor, MC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with clients who may be struggling with finding purpose, low self-esteem, self-identity due to multiculturalism, stress as a new parent, anxiety and trauma related to childhood or relationships.
Yumi is a compassionate and culturally attuned mental health counsellor with a background in Psychology and Counselling. With lived experience in Japan, Indonesia, and Australia, she understands the unique challenges faced by individuals adjusting to life in Australia. Yumi supports adults (25–45) dealing with childhood trauma, poor boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship stress. Her clients often feel stuck between cultural expectations and personal needs. Yumi offers a warm, client-centred space to heal and grow.
I work with clients who may be struggling with finding purpose, low self-esteem, self-identity due to multiculturalism, stress as a new parent, anxiety and trauma related to childhood or relationships.
Yumi is a compassionate and culturally attuned mental health counsellor with a background in Psychology and Counselling. With lived experience in Japan, Indonesia, and Australia, she understands the unique challenges faced by individuals adjusting to life in Australia. Yumi supports adults (25–45) dealing with childhood trauma, poor boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship stress. Her clients often feel stuck between cultural expectations and personal needs. Yumi offers a warm, client-centred space to heal and grow.
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Strong Space - Counselling for Men & Fathers
Counsellor, ACA-L1
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Many of the men we work with aren’t in crisis. They’re capable, driven and doing well on paper. But something isn’t working. You might be shutting down in conflict, carrying quiet anger, feeling disconnected from your partner, or unsure who you are outside of work and responsibility. You want to show up better in your relationships, feel more steady in yourself, and stop repeating patterns you know aren’t working. You may have tried pushing through on your own. Now you’re ready for structured support that actually translates into real conversations, real decisions and real change.
Many of the men we work with aren’t in crisis. They’re capable, driven and doing well on paper. But something isn’t working. You might be shutting down in conflict, carrying quiet anger, feeling disconnected from your partner, or unsure who you are outside of work and responsibility. You want to show up better in your relationships, feel more steady in yourself, and stop repeating patterns you know aren’t working. You may have tried pushing through on your own. Now you’re ready for structured support that actually translates into real conversations, real decisions and real change.
(02) 5135 1111 View (02) 5135 1111
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.