Child Counselling in Ballarat Central, VIC
Jennifer Holloway
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
Jennifer is a clinical psychologist with experience in diagnosis and treatment of a range of mental health issues, with children, adolescents, families and adults through to older age, in a range of settings. She has a strong interest in life adjustment challenges, including mid-life; neurodiversity including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism; grief and loss; phobias; emotional dysregulation; anxiety disorders; and faith-related issues. Jennifer also has experience completing cognitive assessments and supporting clients with learning based challenges.
Jennifer is a clinical psychologist with experience in diagnosis and treatment of a range of mental health issues, with children, adolescents, families and adults through to older age, in a range of settings. She has a strong interest in life adjustment challenges, including mid-life; neurodiversity including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism; grief and loss; phobias; emotional dysregulation; anxiety disorders; and faith-related issues. Jennifer also has experience completing cognitive assessments and supporting clients with learning based challenges.
Chris Long Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350 (Online Only)
I take pride in working with people to support them to achieve their goals and to lead a fulfilling life. I commit to individualised and evidence-based practice, which means holding you as the client at the centre of therapeutic work whilst providing psychotherapy supported by clinical research. A range of different modalities of therapies are offered for a variety of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, ADHD, substance use, chronic pain and personality disorders. I work with adults, adolescents, children and families.
I take pride in working with people to support them to achieve their goals and to lead a fulfilling life. I commit to individualised and evidence-based practice, which means holding you as the client at the centre of therapeutic work whilst providing psychotherapy supported by clinical research. A range of different modalities of therapies are offered for a variety of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, ADHD, substance use, chronic pain and personality disorders. I work with adults, adolescents, children and families.
Aleksandra Kajpust
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350 (Online Only)
I am a passionate, caring and dedicated European who loves helping others. I travel and engage with others with passion and am curious about the world and people. I have developed a reputation for an inquisitive and warm environment in the therapy room. I believe my good energy and genuine enthusiasm encourages people to learn about their mind and behaviour! I love working with kids, adolescents, and adults who have a strong desire to question and understand themselves in their own unique ways. I work collaboratively to develop an evidence-based treatment plan with my clients, empowering them to take control of their lives and goals
I am a passionate, caring and dedicated European who loves helping others. I travel and engage with others with passion and am curious about the world and people. I have developed a reputation for an inquisitive and warm environment in the therapy room. I believe my good energy and genuine enthusiasm encourages people to learn about their mind and behaviour! I love working with kids, adolescents, and adults who have a strong desire to question and understand themselves in their own unique ways. I work collaboratively to develop an evidence-based treatment plan with my clients, empowering them to take control of their lives and goals
I have 20 years experience with complex mental health issues across the age spectrum. I offer a kind, empathetic service to families and individuals using my skills as a family therapist and mental health clinician. I welcome individuals and families who represent marginalised communities, (neurodiverse, LGBTQIA, culturally diverse, and anyone who has ever been “othered”) and provide a service that is inclusive and affirming whilst utilising an anti racist and decolonized lens.
I have 20 years experience with complex mental health issues across the age spectrum. I offer a kind, empathetic service to families and individuals using my skills as a family therapist and mental health clinician. I welcome individuals and families who represent marginalised communities, (neurodiverse, LGBTQIA, culturally diverse, and anyone who has ever been “othered”) and provide a service that is inclusive and affirming whilst utilising an anti racist and decolonized lens.
Book a FREE 10 minute discovery call. Consulting Rooms in Ballarat and Stawell. Focusing on the needs of individuals in smaller communities and country towns, where there is generally fewer resources available for those who need support. Using a person-centered approach, I work with client on relationships, conflict resolution, trauma, behaviour, adolescents, mental health disorders, mindfulness and Cultural Counselling. I am very much community-minded. Welcome NDIS self-managed clients. Every situation is different, while I have a base rate, please contact me to ask how I can assist you if financial difficulty is an issue.
Book a FREE 10 minute discovery call. Consulting Rooms in Ballarat and Stawell. Focusing on the needs of individuals in smaller communities and country towns, where there is generally fewer resources available for those who need support. Using a person-centered approach, I work with client on relationships, conflict resolution, trauma, behaviour, adolescents, mental health disorders, mindfulness and Cultural Counselling. I am very much community-minded. Welcome NDIS self-managed clients. Every situation is different, while I have a base rate, please contact me to ask how I can assist you if financial difficulty is an issue.
Bloom Well-being
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
We specialise in supporting those who have experienced difficult childhoods or been exposed to trauma, abuse or neglect (physical or emotional).
Do you struggle with relationships, with yourself and others? Maybe you find it hard to connect with your emotions or even your body? We value our clients as the expert of their lives, and acknowledge that reaching our for extra support isn't always easy. But our team have spent their entire careers dedicated to ongoing learning to ensure the people who enter our space feel seen, heard and believed. We specialise in supporting those who have experienced difficult childhoods or been exposed to abuse or neglect (physical or emotional).
We specialise in supporting those who have experienced difficult childhoods or been exposed to trauma, abuse or neglect (physical or emotional).
Do you struggle with relationships, with yourself and others? Maybe you find it hard to connect with your emotions or even your body? We value our clients as the expert of their lives, and acknowledge that reaching our for extra support isn't always easy. But our team have spent their entire careers dedicated to ongoing learning to ensure the people who enter our space feel seen, heard and believed. We specialise in supporting those who have experienced difficult childhoods or been exposed to abuse or neglect (physical or emotional).
Stacey O'Neil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
Hi, I'm Stacey and I am passionate about supporting people to work through challenges, whether these are current or historical. If you are experiencing difficulties and want to manage these in a different way, or maybe you would like to try and understand yourself better in order to make change, then please reach out to discuss your needs. You may just want someone to see and hear you - I passionately believe in creating a safe space for people. Therapy can provide the opportunity for exploration and change.
Hi, I'm Stacey and I am passionate about supporting people to work through challenges, whether these are current or historical. If you are experiencing difficulties and want to manage these in a different way, or maybe you would like to try and understand yourself better in order to make change, then please reach out to discuss your needs. You may just want someone to see and hear you - I passionately believe in creating a safe space for people. Therapy can provide the opportunity for exploration and change.
Freya's Farm: Animal Assisted Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
Not accepting new clients
Hi, I'm Freya. I've been counselling for over 25 years, and 2 years ago started incorporating my animals (horses, dogs, cats) into my therapeutic practice. I work with all ages, and the people I work with are as unique as the issues they want to address. My clients are individuals, couples, and children. I have lived experience of neurodiversity (ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, HSP) and consequently work with a lot of people who are neurodiverse themselves. My work focusses on understanding why we are the way we are, combined with techniques that foster change and growth, with the end goal of increased well being and resilience.
Hi, I'm Freya. I've been counselling for over 25 years, and 2 years ago started incorporating my animals (horses, dogs, cats) into my therapeutic practice. I work with all ages, and the people I work with are as unique as the issues they want to address. My clients are individuals, couples, and children. I have lived experience of neurodiversity (ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, HSP) and consequently work with a lot of people who are neurodiverse themselves. My work focusses on understanding why we are the way we are, combined with techniques that foster change and growth, with the end goal of increased well being and resilience.
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Beside Still Waters Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Verified Verified
Canadian, VIC 3350
I specialise in Couples Counselling and have years of experience working with children.
My ideal client is one who is looking to make sense of their experiences and how they function or operate within their world; one who is open to learning about themselves, to make changes and to improve skills to better relationships with themselves and those around them. Their issues may be varied and include anxiety, attachment issues, bullying, communication, divorce, emotional regulation, family functioning, fractured relationships, grief, infidelity and stress, among other issues that may present. Assisting clients to set out a treatment plan and work together to achieve their goals are important aspects of the journey.
I specialise in Couples Counselling and have years of experience working with children.
My ideal client is one who is looking to make sense of their experiences and how they function or operate within their world; one who is open to learning about themselves, to make changes and to improve skills to better relationships with themselves and those around them. Their issues may be varied and include anxiety, attachment issues, bullying, communication, divorce, emotional regulation, family functioning, fractured relationships, grief, infidelity and stress, among other issues that may present. Assisting clients to set out a treatment plan and work together to achieve their goals are important aspects of the journey.
Are you feeling that talk therapies aren’t quite getting to the heart of the problem? Are you or your kids experiencing big emotions that appear out of nowhere and can’t quite be explained by words? Do your kids need help, but encouraging them to attend sessions has turned into a weekly carpark battle? Do you want a therapist who can work creatively with your family rather than answering questions like a textbook? Do you wish therapy could just simply feel easier?
Are you feeling that talk therapies aren’t quite getting to the heart of the problem? Are you or your kids experiencing big emotions that appear out of nowhere and can’t quite be explained by words? Do your kids need help, but encouraging them to attend sessions has turned into a weekly carpark battle? Do you want a therapist who can work creatively with your family rather than answering questions like a textbook? Do you wish therapy could just simply feel easier?
With lived experience of mental health, neurodiversity, queer, attachment in early childhood and trauma I can understand how complex the world can be.
If someone feels they cannot be themselves things might become tricky. Things hinder moving forward, more unhelpful patterns continue and daily life may become hard. How can creative therapy assist people in getting to know themself and how to grow into potential and feel better? Imagine if it was ok to be them/you and feel ok! What if they/you started to love themselves/yourself? Going about daily life at least feeling slightly ok in the world. Because life can sometimes be better! Be you, be me, self-acceptance is the key.
With lived experience of mental health, neurodiversity, queer, attachment in early childhood and trauma I can understand how complex the world can be.
If someone feels they cannot be themselves things might become tricky. Things hinder moving forward, more unhelpful patterns continue and daily life may become hard. How can creative therapy assist people in getting to know themself and how to grow into potential and feel better? Imagine if it was ok to be them/you and feel ok! What if they/you started to love themselves/yourself? Going about daily life at least feeling slightly ok in the world. Because life can sometimes be better! Be you, be me, self-acceptance is the key.
Online Therapists
Being an ecclectic counsellor, I am passionate about providing effective techniques for my clients so they can process their issues, worries or concerns in a safe and supportive environment. The aim of my counselling services is to help clients to improve their lives by exploring their presenting difficulties and work collaboratively towards achieving a positive and lasting change. I am trained and experienced in working with clients who may be suffering from grief and loss, domestic violence issues or relationship disputes. I support a range of clients including individuals, children, teens, couples, families and groups.
Being an ecclectic counsellor, I am passionate about providing effective techniques for my clients so they can process their issues, worries or concerns in a safe and supportive environment. The aim of my counselling services is to help clients to improve their lives by exploring their presenting difficulties and work collaboratively towards achieving a positive and lasting change. I am trained and experienced in working with clients who may be suffering from grief and loss, domestic violence issues or relationship disputes. I support a range of clients including individuals, children, teens, couples, families and groups.
Semra works extensively with adults, older adults, youth, adolescents, couples and families, children and people from culturally diverse backgrounds in a professional, non-judgmental, respectful and sensitive manner.
Semra Durmaz can help with the following issues: Chronic Injury and Pain management, Depression, Panic and anxiety Disorders, Relationship difficulties and family problems, Separation and divorce, Stress, Life crises, Nervous breakdowns, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Loss, grief and bereavement, Issues related to physical assault, sexual assault, Domestic violence, Childhood sexual abuse issues, Sleep problems, Difficulties with self-esteem and self-confidence Physical injury following a car accident or work injury, Migration and adjustment issues, Chronic psychiatric conditions, Gambling
Semra works extensively with adults, older adults, youth, adolescents, couples and families, children and people from culturally diverse backgrounds in a professional, non-judgmental, respectful and sensitive manner.
Semra Durmaz can help with the following issues: Chronic Injury and Pain management, Depression, Panic and anxiety Disorders, Relationship difficulties and family problems, Separation and divorce, Stress, Life crises, Nervous breakdowns, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Loss, grief and bereavement, Issues related to physical assault, sexual assault, Domestic violence, Childhood sexual abuse issues, Sleep problems, Difficulties with self-esteem and self-confidence Physical injury following a car accident or work injury, Migration and adjustment issues, Chronic psychiatric conditions, Gambling
Elysia Thomas
Psychologist, MPsych, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Verified Verified
Ringwood, VIC 3134
Waitlist for new clients
Elysia operates from a neuroaffirming, weight neutral and anti-oppressive lens. She is available for counselling for 12+ in the areas of eating disorders, neurodivergence (ADHD/Autism etc), gender and queer identity exploration, and trauma. She also conducts assessments (ADHD/Autism/Cognitive) for children 6+ to adults and is an EMDR Therapist.
Elysia operates from a neuroaffirming, weight neutral and anti-oppressive lens. She is available for counselling for 12+ in the areas of eating disorders, neurodivergence (ADHD/Autism etc), gender and queer identity exploration, and trauma. She also conducts assessments (ADHD/Autism/Cognitive) for children 6+ to adults and is an EMDR Therapist.
Anne Robertson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coburg, VIC 3058
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Family Therapist . I have been working as a therapist for the last 18 years, however have been in the field for the last 30 years, I have extensive experience working with adults, young people and children and have spent extensive time working in settings including Community Health and Non Government Organisations. I have supported clients with issues including trauma, childabuse, family violence, injustice, as well as parents supporting children with anxiety/depression or regulating their emotional world. I support clients develop a therapeutic plan that targets their hopes.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Family Therapist . I have been working as a therapist for the last 18 years, however have been in the field for the last 30 years, I have extensive experience working with adults, young people and children and have spent extensive time working in settings including Community Health and Non Government Organisations. I have supported clients with issues including trauma, childabuse, family violence, injustice, as well as parents supporting children with anxiety/depression or regulating their emotional world. I support clients develop a therapeutic plan that targets their hopes.
I am a registered Psychologist providing support to clients at The Personnel Group, Werribee. I have experience working with children, teens and adults. I work collaboratively with all my clients to support them in reaching their goals.
I am a registered Psychologist providing support to clients at The Personnel Group, Werribee. I have experience working with children, teens and adults. I work collaboratively with all my clients to support them in reaching their goals.
Jasmine Landers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
West Footscray, VIC 3012 (Online Only)
If you would like to speak with me about counselling, art therapy or supervision I may be able to provide you, your child or someone you know please reach out for a free 15 minute chat.
As an individual I am caring, empathetic, creative and engaging. I am a qualified social worker (Ba Social Work 1st class honours at RMIT) with a Graduate Certificate in Experiential Creative Arts Practice and a Masters of Art Therapy. I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker registered with Medicare and have years of experience supervising social workers and social work students.
If you would like to speak with me about counselling, art therapy or supervision I may be able to provide you, your child or someone you know please reach out for a free 15 minute chat.
As an individual I am caring, empathetic, creative and engaging. I am a qualified social worker (Ba Social Work 1st class honours at RMIT) with a Graduate Certificate in Experiential Creative Arts Practice and a Masters of Art Therapy. I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker registered with Medicare and have years of experience supervising social workers and social work students.
Belinda Ann Seymour-Wright
Psychologist, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Templestowe Lower, VIC 3107 (Online Only)
Hi I'm Belinda. I would love to get to know you and see how we can work together to make things better and move towards the life you want. I enjoy working with adults, children, teens, couples and parents and providing supervision to colleagues. Over more than 25 years as a registered psychologist I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of wonderful people in private practice, community settings and not for profit organizations, in South Africa, New Zealand and now Melbourne. I look forward to getting to know you and working together, bringing what I have learnt to your unique circumstances and challenges.
Hi I'm Belinda. I would love to get to know you and see how we can work together to make things better and move towards the life you want. I enjoy working with adults, children, teens, couples and parents and providing supervision to colleagues. Over more than 25 years as a registered psychologist I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of wonderful people in private practice, community settings and not for profit organizations, in South Africa, New Zealand and now Melbourne. I look forward to getting to know you and working together, bringing what I have learnt to your unique circumstances and challenges.
Mind Body Heart Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Yarra, VIC 3141
Our practitioners: Chenhong Xu (Clinical Psychologist), Summer Guo (Clinical Psychologist), Rachel Du (Counsellor). Some clients present with psychological symptoms while others seek supportive counselling. We all speak fluent English and Mandarin, and are culturally sensitive in our treatment approaches. Chen and Summer work with adolescents and adults. Rachel works across all age groups including children. Chen has 9 years of clinical experience and is a Board-registered supervisor. She oversees the management of the practice and provides regular clinical supervision for the practitioners, ensuring quality care for the clients.
Our practitioners: Chenhong Xu (Clinical Psychologist), Summer Guo (Clinical Psychologist), Rachel Du (Counsellor). Some clients present with psychological symptoms while others seek supportive counselling. We all speak fluent English and Mandarin, and are culturally sensitive in our treatment approaches. Chen and Summer work with adolescents and adults. Rachel works across all age groups including children. Chen has 9 years of clinical experience and is a Board-registered supervisor. She oversees the management of the practice and provides regular clinical supervision for the practitioners, ensuring quality care for the clients.
Hi, I'm Linda, the owner of The Galaxy Clinic. I work with children and teenagers who might be experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, and issues with their self-esteem or relationships with other people, their bodies, and themselves. I have a special interest and experience in working with functional neurological disorders, young people with brain injuries, and young people with disabilities or chronic illnesses. I also work with neurodiverse young people, such as those with autism or ADHD, experiencing mental health difficulties. I work with young people (and their families) to build on their personal strengths.
Hi, I'm Linda, the owner of The Galaxy Clinic. I work with children and teenagers who might be experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, and issues with their self-esteem or relationships with other people, their bodies, and themselves. I have a special interest and experience in working with functional neurological disorders, young people with brain injuries, and young people with disabilities or chronic illnesses. I also work with neurodiverse young people, such as those with autism or ADHD, experiencing mental health difficulties. I work with young people (and their families) to build on their personal strengths.
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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Ballarat Central, VIC 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, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Ballarat Central 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.
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, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Ballarat Central 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.