The life of a child is precious…

Child and Adolescent Therapy

Every child and adolescent is unique, and some may need more support with personal challenges and life transition events than others. Counselling helps children and adolescents learn how to identify the cause of their distress, cope with fears, ask for help, improve their communication and problem-solving skills and manage their emotions, as well as how to express them.

My positive, strength-based approach supports young people to learn strategies and tools to overcome the challenges of youth and adolescence. Activities and games may be used to identify the source of their distress and express feelings that can be difficult to navigate in talk therapy. Depending on the nature of the problem, parents and family members may also be involved in the process.

You don’t have to be the best and most perfect parent in the world; you just need to be a loving and caring parent in your child’s world, and the fact that you’re here is a great sign!

Common situations that lead to counselling support for youths include:

  • Anxiety

  • Social issues

  • Fears/phobias

  • Stress, worries

  • Strong emotions (anger, depression)

  • School refusal

  • Difficulty with homework

  • Peer pressure, bullying

  • Learning difficulties

  • Self-esteem issues

  • Grief and loss

  • Self-harming behaviour

  • Parent-child conflict

  • Family communication

  • Sibling rivalry

  • Parents’ separation/divorce  

  • Moving homes

  • Life transitions 

  • Obsession

  • Behavioural issues

  • Poor coping skills

Child/ Adolescent Therapy, 60 minutes :

  • $150 Online (age 8+ ) or In-Office

  • $180 Home-Based Therapy

Please note that these services are not rebated by Medicare.

The benefits of this approach include:

  • no need for a mental health care plan

  • no diagnosis recorded on your permanent health record

  • increased flexibility of therapeutic modalities so we find what works for you

  • fees are inline or less than typical gap fees

  • no wait lists and appointments available now

Online Therapy: Video or audio sessions are available for your convenience. These are suited for those who feel more comfortable opening up and talking through the online channel or are located remotely. Online counselling provides full support and confidentiality with the flexibility of your preferred time and location.

Home-Based Therapy: These sessions take place in your home, where you feel most comfortable, safe and relaxed. This can also be helpful when there are difficulties getting to a private practice due to medical issues, personal crises or responsibilities at work and home.

In-Office Session: Traditional in-office therapy provides you with a safe space and secure environment where you can rest your thoughts and unload feelings. These face-to-face appointments take place in a private room at a convenient location. Unfortunately, the office is under renovation at the moment and the schedule will be announced shortly.