Therapy

At Harrison Child & Family Psychology, therapy focuses on understanding the why behind emotional and behavioural challenges, not just managing what shows up on the surface.

We use a compassionate, developmentally informed approach grounded in evidence-based psychological frameworks, with a strong focus on emotional safety, connection, and practical support.

Our work is child-centred, strengths-based, and tailored to each family’s unique context. Therapy is never about “fixing” a child, it’s about helping them feel understood, supported, and capable.

Our Approach

We provide therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults, and work closely with parents and caregivers as part of the therapeutic process.

Therapy is shaped around your child’s developmental stage, emotional needs, and individual strengths.

Depending on your child and family, therapy may involve:

  • Child-focused sessions (using developmentally appropriate strategies, including play-based approaches)

  • Parent- or caregiver-only sessions

  • Joint parent-child sessions

  • Collaboration with school and other professionals

We meet children where they’re at and work at a pace that feels safe and supportive, recognising that trust and connection are central to meaningful change.

Therapy Sessions

Initial Consultation

At Harrison Child & Family Psychology, therapy begins with an Initial Consultation. Typically (depending on your child’s age), this session is parent-only. During this session, we gather background information, learn about your child’s strengths, challenges, and current supports, and understand your individualised goals for therapy. This helps us begin forming a shared understanding of your child’s needs. You may also be asked to complete some brief questionnaires to support this process.

Subsequent Consultations

Ongoing sessions provide continued support in a safe, calm, and non-judgemental environment.

Therapy may support children, adolescents, and families with:

  • Emotional regulation (including anxiety, anger, sadness, and overwhelm);

  • Neurodivergent profiles, including ADHD and autism;

  • Demand-avoidant or high-stress responses;

  • Behavioural challenges;

  • Self-esteem and identity development;

  • Social skills and peer relationships;

  • School challenges (including school refusal, bullying, or behavioural concerns);

  • Parent support and guidance;

  • Family stress, adjustment, and transitions.

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