Child therapists in Canberra, ACT
Find experienced child therapists in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia who provide testing, counselling and support for children, and their families. Our directory features detailed therapist profiles so you can compare specialties, experience, and treatment approaches to find the provider that’s right for you.
Child/Teen
Shareen Birges
Registered Social Worker, BASS, GDYMH, MSW
I have worked young people & their families since the beginning of my career & I am passionate about supporting this age group. I recognise the importance of working within an MDT framework, using trauma informed practice & working closely with families and significant others. For me, adolescence is such an important time for mental health support because it is the last opportunity before adulthood for creating change pathways. I believe it is vital to utilise the brain elasticity of adolesence (whenever possible) to give young people the best start to adulthood they can have.
18 Years Experience
Online in Canberra, ACT
Child/Teen
Alexina Baldini
Psychologist, B.B.Sc., G.D.A.C.P., M.Psych.(For.), F.A.P.S.
Children and adolescents are increasingly the focus of concern for many adults, including their parents and other key family members or friend. We have staff who specialise in working with particular age groups, from pre-schoolers (when the adults caring for the child are key people included in the therapy) through to older adolescents whose needs for independence are often needing to be balanced with responsibility and risk. Good therapy provided for these age groups can set the individual up for successful relationships into the future and promote their ability to seek further support as required into the future.
39 Years Experience
Online in Canberra, ACT
Child/Teen
Jade at We Tackle Trauma
Counsellor/Therapist, MAASW, MSW, QTS, BSc (Hons)
As a child therapist, who is a qualified teacher, with a background in youth work and nannying; I bring a strong skillset to my work with children and parents/carers. I offer therapy as a standalone session, and the option for more comprehensive wraparound emotional and educational support sessions; for a limited number of families. I work with warmth, humour, creativity (trained musician, experienced in arts therapy), and kindness; offering creative, talk, play therapy, in addition to regulatory practices). Reach out for a free consult, I look forward to meeting you and your child- Jade
20 Years Experience
Online in Canberra, ACT
Child/Teen
Emma Crook
Counsellor/Therapist, Diploma of Counselling
Having worked as a full-time Child & Youth Counsellor within the South Australian education system, Emma has experience supporting children and young people through a wide range of challenges, including social difficulties, behavioural concerns, family changes, and emotional regulation. She creates a safe, age-appropriate space where young clients feel genuinely heard.
2 Years Experience
Online in Canberra, ACT (Online Only)
Child/Teen
The Psychology Hub
Psychologist, Clinical Psychologists, General Psychologists, Educational & Developmental Psychologists, Mental Health and Disability Social Workers, Counsellors, Art Therapists
A large part of our work is with children and young people. That covers challenging and oppositional behaviour, emotional regulation, social difficulties and bullying, low self-esteem and low mood, school refusal and perfectionism, along with the assessment questions that often sit underneath: attention, learning, cognitive ability and school readiness. Work with younger children usually runs through play, art and sandplay. Parents and carers are part of the process, and with consent we will work alongside schools. We also see babies and infants for sleep, toileting and early behaviour concerns.
11 Years Experience
Online in Canberra, ACT
Child therapists in Canberra, ACT Statistics
Child therapists in Canberra, ACT average 15 years of experience and charge around $177 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (65%), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) (58%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$177
Accept insurance
61%
Offer sliding scale
65%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 74% |
In Person and Online |
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| 26% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 65% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 58% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 58% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 48% | Narrative Therapy |
| 48% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 42% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 84% | Teen |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 68% | Children |
| 68% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 74% | Women |
| 71% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 65% | Men |
| 55% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Middle Eastern |