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.
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
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
Our Child & Adolescent Psychology Team
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 and teenagers experiencing anxiety, emotional dysregulation, behavioural challenges, trauma, neurodivergence, grief and life transitions. She offers a warm, compassionate and engaging approach, integrating creative activities, play-informed strategies and nature-based therapy to help young people feel safe, understood and confident to explore their challenges.
With experience across hospitals, schools and crisis support services, Karen draws on CBT, ACT, DBT skills, interpersonal models, family-informed approaches and nature-based interventions to provide practical, evidence-based care for both young people and their families.
Jacinta Fisher
Psychologist – Adolescents, Young Adults and Adults
In-clinic sessions (Paddington): Wednesdays & Thursdays
Walk-and-talk therapy: Tuesdays (Underwood/Toohey Forest depending on schedule)
Jacinta supports adolescents, young adults and adults experiencing anxiety, perfectionism, performance pressure, self-esteem challenges, ADHD, emotional dysregulation and low mood. She offers a collaborative, flexible and compassionate approach, helping clients build confidence, understand patterns and develop practical strategies that fit their lives.
Drawing on CBT, ACT, DBT skills and motivational interviewing, Jacinta works both in-clinic and outdoors, integrating walk-and-talk sessions for clients who engage best in nature. She has a strong interest in sport, exercise and performance psychology, and is also a valued member of our Adventure Therapy holiday program team.
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.
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
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.