Anxiety and insecurity
Separation fears, repeated reassurance seeking, sleep problems, avoidance, headaches or stomach aches.
Child therapist Sydney
Child counselling in French or English in Sydney
A safe, age-appropriate space where children can express what they cannot always put into words, with parents involved according to the child’s needs.
French and EnglishPaddington · SydneyIn person and online
When might a child benefit from counselling?
Children communicate distress through words, behaviour, the body, play and changes in daily life. A consultation can help make sense of what is happening without assuming a diagnosis.
Behaviour and emotions
Anger, agitation, impulsivity, opposition, intense reactions or difficulty accepting limits.
Loss and transitions
Parental separation, bereavement, migration, illness, school changes or another disruption.
A less defined concern
A parent may simply feel that their child has changed, is suffering or is no longer quite themselves.
The first parent consultation
The first meeting takes place with one or both parents. We discuss development, family history, the present context and what concerns you. We then decide whether the best option is individual child counselling, a parent-child consultation, parental guidance or another referral.
Why use play?
Play is one of childhood’s natural languages. Stories, drawings, figures and imaginative situations can help a child represent feelings and conflicts that remain confusing. Therapeutic play is held within an attentive relationship and is not simply entertainment.
Training and professional framework
Kevin trained in clinical psychology, child and adolescent psychology, early-childhood psychopathology and child counselling in France and Australia. He practises in Australia as an ACA-registered counsellor and holds a current National Police Check and Working With Children Check.
Frequently asked questions
Does my child attend the first appointment?+
The first consultation is normally with one or both parents. The child’s first meeting is arranged after we discuss the most suitable format.
Will parents be involved?+
Yes. Parent involvement is adapted to the child’s age and needs. Review meetings are usually offered during ongoing individual work.
Is play therapy only for very young children?+
Play, drawing and creative expression are adjusted to developmental age. Older children may use a combination of conversation and activity.
Can sessions be in French?+
Yes. Child and parent consultations can take place entirely in French or English.
Related information
Arrange a first consultation
Fee: $110 AUD. No GP referral is required. You can contact me directly.
Contact Kevin