Child therapists in Perth, WA
Find experienced child therapists in Perth, Western Australia, 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
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
In-Person in Perth, WA
Online in Perth, WA
Child/Teen
Hargan Psychology
Psychologist
Our Principal Psychologist, Christine Harding has many years experience working with children and families in various areas, including Child Protection, Juvenile Justice, schools, disability and separating/divorcing families. Christine supervises our team whom undertake a range of services; counselling, conflict management, cognitive/educational assessment, behaviour support, sexuality, risk assessments.
12 Years Experience
Online in Perth, WA
Child/Teen
Mindnest Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, B.Couns
Supporting children and teenagers through emotional struggles, school stress, anxiety, or behavioural challenges takes a different approach than adult counselling. I work with young people from toddlers through to teens using age-appropriate, play-informed, and strength-based methods, and I support parents alongside their children where helpful.
5 Years Experience
Online in Perth, WA
Child/Teen
Jacinta Sherlock
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, APD, CEDC-D
I have supported many adolescents with eating disorders, disordered eating, autism, adhd and body image concerns
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11 Years Experience
Online in Perth, WA
Child/Teen
Dr Rachel Hannam
Psychologist, PhD Psychology
I help adolescents navigate challenges such as emotional difficulties, social pressures, identity development, and life transitions while building resilience, confidence, and healthy coping skills.
14 Years Experience
Online in Perth, WA
Perth is one of the most geographically isolated major cities in the world, and this remoteness contributes to distinct mental health challenges — including elevated rates of depression and difficulty accessing specialist care readily available elsewhere in Australia. The city's economy has historically been tied to mining, and therapists regularly work with the psychological effects of fly-in-fly-out work arrangements, including relationship strain, parental absence, and the boom-bust cycle's impact on employment stability and identity. Fiona Stanley Hospital and Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital provide institutional mental health resources alongside a substantial private practice community serving Subiaco, Fremantle, and the inner suburbs. Medicare Mental Health Treatment Plans provide partial subsidies for eligible residents, and telehealth plays an important role in extending care across Western Australia's enormous geography.
Child therapists in Perth, WA Statistics
Child therapists in Perth, WA average 16 years of experience and charge around $179 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (69%), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) (59%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$179
Accept insurance
62%
Offer sliding scale
62%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
|
| 25% |
Male |
|
| 6% |
Non-Binary |
|
Session Type
| 76% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 24% |
Online Only |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 69% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 59% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 55% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 52% | Narrative Therapy |
| 48% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 45% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 93% | Adult |
| 83% | Teen |
| 72% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Children |
| 62% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 79% | Women |
| 72% | Men |
| 72% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 59% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Military / Veterans |