Child and Adolescent Psychologists in Brisbane

Child & Adolescent Psychologists in Brisbane – Emotional, Behavioural and Developmental Support

Children and teenagers come to therapy for many different reasons: big feelings, school stress, friendship challenges, anxiety, behavioural concerns, family changes or difficulties coping with everyday demands.

Our child and adolescent psychologists provide evidence-based emotional, behavioural and developmental support. We offer a warm, steady and practical approach that helps young people feel understood, teaches them new skills and supports families to thrive.

We currently have immediate availability for new child and adolescent clients.

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What We Help Children and Teens With

• Anxiety, worries and overthinking
• Emotional dysregulation, anger and big feelings
• Behavioural challenges
• School refusal and school stress
• Peer or friendship difficulties
• Low confidence, low mood or withdrawal
• Family conflict, separation or transitions
• Grief and adjustment after loss or change
• Autism and ADHD support (assessment-ready or already diagnosed)
• Challenges with executive functioning, flexibility or organisation
• Perfectionism, overwhelm and shutdown behaviour

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Why Families Choose Sunrise Peak Psychology

  • Experienced child and adolescent psychologists
  • Warm, approachable clinicians who work well with neurodivergent young people
  • Skills-based therapy with a strong relational foundation
  • Support for both the child and the family
  • Immediate availability 
  • Outdoor and in-clinic options
  • Trusted by local GPs, schools and paediatric providers
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Our Child & Adolescent Psychology Team

Karen Breedon

Karen Breedon

Clinical Psychologist – Children, Adolescents and Adults
In-clinic sessions (Paddington): Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and every second Saturday
Walk and Talk Sessions (Toohey Forest): Wednesdays

Karen supports children, adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, panic, emotional dysregulation, neurodivergence (ADHD and autism), trauma, grief and life transitions. She offers a warm, compassionate and engaging approach, integrating evidence-based therapies with creative, experiential and nature-based interventions to help clients feel safe, understood and empowered to make meaningful change.

As a Clinical Psychologist, Board Approved Supervisor and founder of Sunrise Peak Psychology and Adventure Therapy, Karen brings experience across hospitals, schools, crisis support services and private practice. She draws on CBT, ACT, DBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Family Systems approaches and Adventure Therapy, tailoring support to the unique needs of each individual and family.

Karen offers both clinic-based and outdoor Walk and Talk Therapy sessions and leads Sunrise Peak's Adventure Therapy programs, helping clients harness the therapeutic benefits of movement, nature and connection.

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Jacinta Fisher

Jacinta Fisher

Psychologist – Adolescents, Young Adults and Adults
In-clinic (Paddington)/Telehealth sessions: Tuesdays & Wednesdays
Walk-and-talk therapy: Tuesdays (Enoggerah Reservoir, depending on schedule)

Jacinta is a warm and collaborative psychologist who combines her passion for sport, exercise and the outdoors with her work supporting adolescents and adults to improve wellbeing, resilience and performance.

She works with individuals experiencing anxiety, perfectionism, low self-esteem, emotional dysregulation and performance-related challenges, and has a particular interest in supporting athletes navigating disordered eating and the pressures associated with sport and identity.

Drawing on evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, DBT and Motivational Interviewing, Jacinta offers a compassionate and flexible approach tailored to each individual. She provides both clinic-based and outdoor therapy sessions, creating supportive spaces where clients can build confidence, balance and meaningful personal growth.

For more information, including availability and a link to book with Jacinta, click the button below.

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Debbie Green

Debbie Green

Psychologist – Children, Adolescents and Adults
In-clinic sessions (Paddington): Mondays & Tuesdays

Debbie supports children, teens and adults experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, emotional overwhelm and adjustment challenges. Her therapeutic style is gentle, flexible and collaborative, helping clients feel understood and creating a safe space for meaningful change.

She has experience in school settings, palliative care and equine-assisted therapy, and integrates CBT, ACT, DBT skills and EMDR-informed approaches to tailor sessions to each individual’s needs. Debbie has a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent young people and adults, and works closely with families and other professionals to provide coordinated, holistic care.

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Kylie Murray

Kylie Murray

Psychologist - Children, Adolescents and Adults
In-clinic sessions (Paddington): Tuesday afternoons, Wednesdays and Thursdays
Walk and Talk sessions (Enoggera Reservoir) - Tuesday mornings 

Kylie supports children and teenagers experiencing anxiety, low mood, emotional overwhelm, perfectionism, trauma, grief, school stress and neurodivergence. Her calm, steady presence and warm, person-centred approach help young people feel safe, grounded and understood as they explore their experiences.

From 2026 Kylie will offer both in-clinic sessions and nature-based Walk and Talk Therapy at Enoggera Reservoir, providing flexible, supportive environments that can make it easier for young people to open up and regulate. She draws on a CBT, ACT, DBT therapy skills, interpersonal models and regulation-focused strategies to build resilience, strengthen self-awareness and support emotional wellbeing.

Kylie also provides affirming, neurodiversity-informed care for autistic and ADHD young people, helping them recognise their strengths and feel confident navigating school, friendships and daily life.

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Naomi Hunt

Naomi Hunt

Clinical Psychology Registrar – Children, Adolescents and Adults
Outdoor sessions (Shaw Park): Monday mornings
In-clinic & Telehealth sessions: Monday afternoons

Naomi supports children, teens and adults experiencing anxiety, perfectionism, interpersonal difficulties, life transitions, trauma, grief, health-related stress and self-esteem challenges. Her style is warm, personable and genuinely engaging, helping clients feel safe, understood and supported from the very first session.

She integrates CBT, ACT, DBT skills, Positive Psychology and Motivational Interviewing to tailor therapy to each individual, and offers outdoor sessions for those who thrive in calming, nature-based environments. Naomi brings a grounded, authentic presence and is committed to working collaboratively to help clients develop insight, resilience and meaningful change.

Currently not accepting new clients – join Naomi’s waitlist

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Frequently Asked Questions

If you’re ready to begin, some of our children and adolescent psychologists have immediate availability.

Do you work with children and teenagers?

Yes. Our clinicians are experienced in working with ages 6–18 and supporting families.

Do you offer outdoor therapy for young people?

Yes. We provide walk-and-talk and holiday nature-based sessions for teens and children who engage better outdoors.

Can parents attend sessions?

For younger children, yes.  Parent involvement is essential, and we often invite the parents to stay for the start and the end of the session. For teens, we work collaboratively to decide what’s appropriate.

Do you work with neurodivergent young people?

Yes. We provide autism-affirming and ADHD-affirming therapy with a strong understanding of sensory needs, executive functioning and emotional regulation.

How do I book?

Click any “Book Now” button or email [email protected].

Do you have availability?

Yes. We currently have immediate availability for child and adolescent clients.