Parenting therapists in Townsville, Queensland QLD, Australia AU
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Parenting
Mrs Lilia Barbara Szarski
Psychologist, MAPS Reg Psych, M.Ed (psych), Grad Dip Psych, BA (psych)
separation and divorce issues , parenting plans for children and Family Law issues
40 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland
Parenting
Anna Dafna
Psychologist, MEd, BEd, QTS, GMBPsS, ADHD & Executive Function Coach Accred, Leadership, Somatic & Polyvagal Cert
Parent Coaching for Neurodiverse Children - Complimentary Consultation
Are you finding it challenging to support your neurodiverse child?
Perhaps your own neurodiversity makes parenting more complex, or you feel unsure whether your current approach is helping your child thrive.
Many parents unintentionally fall into common patterns that can make daily life more stressful for both themselves and their child.
Specialist coaching can help you better understand your child’s needs and develop supportive strategies that strengthen communication, emotional regulation and confidence at home.
With the right guidance, you can feel more confident in your parenting and see meaningful progress in your child’s wellbeing and development.
Book a complimentary consultation to explore how we can work together.
24 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland
Parenting
Dr. Antonio D'Costa
Registered Psychotherapist, M.B.B.S, M.D. (Paediatrics)
I specialize in pediatric medicine and trauma-focused therapy using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). My work centers on supporting children, adolescents, and adults through grief, anxiety, behavioral challenges, and the lingering effects of difficult experiences.
As a pediatrician, I've seen how unprocessed trauma shows up in young lives- through sleep troubles, feeding issues, social withdrawal, and emotional struggles. EMDR offers a gentle, research-backed path to healing that goes beyond words.
With EMDRIA-approved training and my pediatric experience, I help families navigate some of their most challenging moments. Whether it's a child struggling with grief, an adolescent facing anxiety, or an adult working through long-held wounds, my approach blends medical expertise with compassionate, evidence-based care.
I'm passionate about making mental health support accessible- offering teletherapy across India and internationally, with subsidized sessions available for those who need them.
Let's connect if you're looking for trauma-informed support, professional collaboration, or referrals for children and families in need.
3 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland (Online Only)
Parenting
Clarity Health Care
Psychologist
At Clarity Health Care, we offer compassionate, practical support for parents navigating the many challenges of raising children and adolescents. Our experienced Malvern Psychologists and Fitzroy Psychologists work with parents and caregivers to build skills, strengthen family relationships, and support children’s emotional and behavioural development.
We provide evidence-based parenting interventions tailored to your family’s needs, drawing on approaches such as Positive Parenting, Circle of Security, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and emotional regulation strategies. Whether you are facing challenges with behaviour management, anxiety, school issues, emotional difficulties, or family transitions, we help you develop confident, connected, and resilient parenting strategies.
At Clarity, we understand that every family is different — and we work with you to create practical, strengths-based plans that support your child's growth while looking after your own wellbeing as a parent.
Appointments are available in-person and via telehealth for flexible, family-friendly access.
13 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland
Parenting
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. We discover ways to ehance the relationship between parent and child, while ensuring both parents are on the same page and work as a team
8 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland (Online Only)
Townsville is the largest city in tropical North Queensland — a military, agricultural, and mining hub built around Lavarack Barracks (home to the Army's 3rd Brigade), James Cook University, and a regional healthcare system serving a vast geographic area. The city's significant Australian Army presence creates therapy demand from military families navigating deployment stress and the emotional challenges of service life, while the broader civilian population navigates the economic cycles of mining and agriculture. Townsville University Hospital provides institutional mental health resources, while James Cook University's psychology programs supply clinical training to the local and regional community. Townsville's tropical climate and geographic isolation — it is the largest city between Brisbane and Darwin — mean therapists serve clients from a very wide catchment, and telehealth plays an important role in extending care across North Queensland.
Parenting therapists in Townsville, Queensland, Australia Statistics
Parenting therapists in Townsville, Queensland, Australia average 17 years of experience and charge around $170 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (62%), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) (53%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$170
Accept insurance
59%
Offer sliding scale
56%
Gender ID
| 59% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 71% |
In Person and Online |
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| 29% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 62% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 53% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 53% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 50% | Narrative Therapy |
| 47% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 44% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 74% | Teen |
| 68% | Senior |
| 62% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Children |
Client Focus
| 76% | Women |
| 76% | Men |
| 59% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Buddhist |