Child therapists in Cairns, Queensland QLD, Australia AU
Find experienced child therapists in Cairns 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 or Adolescent Issues
Anna Dafna
Psychologist, MEd, BEd, QTS, GMBPsS, ADHD & Executive Function Coach Accred, Leadership, Somatic & Polyvagal Cert
Children & Adolescent Coaching – Complimentary Consultation
Is your child or teenager struggling with ADHD or other forms of neurodivergence?
Young people with ADHD, autism or learning differences often experience challenges with focus, organisation, emotional regulation and school demands. Difficulties with study and revision skills are often linked to executive function development, and many young people also struggle with confidence, social interaction and communication.
Through specialist coaching, I work directly with children and adolescents to strengthen executive function skills such as planning, organisation, study and revision strategies, sustained attention and task completion. We also work on emotional regulation, confidence, and developing stronger social and communication skills.
I support parents as well, helping them better understand their child’s needs and offering practical guidance that strengthens communication and support at home and in school.
Book a complimentary consultation to explore how we can support your child’s development, learning and wellbeing.
24 Years Experience
Online in Cairns, QLD Queensland
Child or Adolescent Issues
Sterna Althaus
Marriage and Family Therapist, Dip Couns
We work on the parent/child relationship, using the attachment theory, and restoring trust and joy in the relationship. Working with the five love languages, we learn how to create shared meaning and experiences to promote strong family relationships.
8 Years Experience
Online in Cairns, QLD Queensland
Child or Adolescent Issues
Gaye Mallinson - Somatic Psychotherapies
Counsellor/Therapist, B.Soc.Ser. (Couns) Dist, Dip. Couns, Trauma Informed Yoga Cert, Pranayama Cert, Nidra Cert
I work with children and youth/teenagers primarily from a Rogerian or Person-Centred Therapy (PCT) approach using a conversational style listening patiently to you, always with empathy, genuineness and without judgement, to help find the solutions you desire for your life whilst adjusting my techniques to fit your needs within each session.
Along with a diverse personal career background, I have a good understanding of various stressors for children and youth and how it can impact the young person, and the potential impacts for those around them. This makes it easier for me to be empathic and supportive in assisting you in finding solutions that you can feel inspired with to move forward on in your home and school life.
My aim is to assist you with your life challenges to restore balance, happiness and inner peace with various techniques of 'talk therapy' and somatic (mind/body) healing methods, along with offering practical strategies for managing strong emotions that may be useful where suitable and desired by you. Whatever you are going through, know that there is hope - Let me help you find that hope.
11 Years Experience
Online in Cairns, QLD Queensland (Online Only)
Child or Adolescent Issues
PELLA Wellness.
Registered Psychotherapist, Amanda Guilfoyle. M.Gestalt T. B.SocSci (Couns)
I have worked extensively with children and adolescents both one on one and running therapeutic groups in schools. I have also worked as a school counsellor in primary schools and high schools . When working with children the adults and carers in their life are always invited to be part of the process. I connect easily with children and young people and work alongside family ,carers and support workers to navigate and dissipate challenging behaviour . There is so much hope for children in therapy to be able to express themsleves in creative ways , give language to their emotional needs and learn different behaviours that will better support their life socially , emotionally and educationally . The teenage years can be fraught with difficulies due to the enormous growth happening on so many levels . This often leaves parents feeling bewildered . Therapeutic support can be beneficial as the young person navigates all these changes. I use a range of evidence based modalities such as Play therapy , Sand tray therapy and Acceptance and Commitment therapy . I also use poly- vagal techniques. Therapy can be fun for young ones !
11 Years Experience
Online in Cairns, QLD Queensland
Child or Adolescent Issues
Jumping Hurdles Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, Clinical Supervisor, Master of Counselling
Both Parents and their children face issues that are confronting them. Taking the time to discuss concerns putting into place strategies assist both the children and their parents. Young people often become frustrated with older people hence they turn to their peers for support. Psychotherapy, assists the young to be more positive, be able to address situations in a positive manner, address their challenges and become adults who can approach life with skills to assist them comfront issues.
41 Years Experience
Online in Cairns, QLD Queensland
Child therapists in Cairns, Queensland, Australia Statistics
Child therapists in Cairns, Queensland, Australia average 17 years of experience and charge around $185 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (81%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (63%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$185
Accept insurance
70%
Offer sliding scale
67%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 85% |
In Person and Online |
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| 15% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 81% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 63% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 59% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 56% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 52% | Narrative Therapy |
| 48% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 93% | Adult |
| 93% | Teen |
| 70% | Children |
| 67% | Senior |
| 67% | Young Adult |
Client Focus
| 78% | Women |
| 78% | Men |
| 74% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 59% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Military / Veterans |