Business Details
12 Years
experience
Expert Mental Health Services for Children, Adolescents & Adults
Established in 2014, the Canberra Psychology Centre for Children & Families (CPCCF) delivers evidence-based psychological services for children, adolescents, and adults. Our team of experienced psychologists specialises in comprehensive assessments, diagnostics, and therapy, utilising gold-standard measures and best-practice approaches. We prioritise collaborative care, working closely with schools, medical professionals, and allied health services to support clients across Canberra and surrounding regions. With expertise in neurodevelopmental disorders, including ADHD, autism, and learning difficulties, we provide tailored interventions to address emotional, behavioural, and cognitive challenges. Our services extend to adults, offering therapy for stress, anxiety, and depression, alongside telehealth options for accessibility.CPCCFs multidisciplinary team combines clinical excellence with compassionate care, ensuring individualised treatment plans that evolve with client needs. We maintain rigorous professional standards, with assessments supervised by senior clinical psychologists to guarantee accuracy and actionable outcomes. Our three accessible locations in Acton, North Belconnen, and OConnor feature purpose-designed therapy spaces to foster comfort and engagement. By integrating therapies such as CBT, ACT, and play therapy, we empower clients to build resilience and achieve long-term wellbeing. CPCCF remains committed to advancing mental health outcomes through continuous professional development and community partnerships.
Services
ADHD Assessments
Autism Diagnostics
Learning Disorder Therapy
Child Anxiety Treatment
Adult Mental Health Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Play Therapy
Telehealth Consultations
IQ & Giftedness Assessments
Parenting Support Programs
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We utilise gold-standard assessments and evidence-based therapies for neurodevelopmental disorders.
- Our team includes clinical psychologists with over 20 years of experience in child and family psychology.
- We provide tailored interventions for ADHD, autism, learning difficulties, and emotional challenges.
- Collaborative networks with schools and healthcare providers ensure holistic client support.
- Accessible services across three locations in Canberra and telehealth options available.
What people say
Expert ADHD diagnosis
Supportive child therapy
Professional psychologists
Effective treatment plans
Collaborative approach
Services
ADHD Assessments
Comprehensive diagnostic assessments for ADHD using internationally validated tools and multi-source input from parents, teachers, and clinicians. Our psychologists specialise in identifying attention disorders across childhood, adolescence, and adulthood, providing detailed reports with tailored intervention strategies for home, school, and workplace environments.
Autism Diagnostics
Gold-standard autism spectrum disorder evaluations incorporating clinical observations, developmental history, and standardised testing. Our team employs evidence-based protocols to assess social communication, sensory processing, and behavioural patterns, delivering clear diagnostic outcomes and support recommendations for individuals and families.
Learning Disorder Therapy
Targeted interventions for specific learning disorders including dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia. We develop individualised learning strategies and collaborate with schools to implement accommodations, focusing on building academic confidence and cognitive strengths through structured therapeutic approaches.
Child Anxiety Treatment
Specialised therapy programs addressing childhood anxiety disorders using age-appropriate cognitive behavioural techniques. Our psychologists work with children and families to manage separation anxiety, OCD, and social phobias through play-based interventions and parent-guided coping strategies.
Telehealth Consultations
Secure virtual appointments for psychological assessments and therapy sessions, ensuring accessibility for clients in regional areas. Our telehealth services maintain the same evidence-based standards as in-person visits, offering flexible mental health support across all age groups.
People
Jo Richardson
Clinical Psychologist & Director
With over 20 years of experience, Jo specialises in child and family psychology, holding expertise in autism, ADHD, and learning disorders. She established CPCCF to provide Canberra with dedicated psychological services, combining clinical leadership with direct client care.
Kevin Bulbeck
Clinical Psychologist
Kevin brings 20+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, utilising evidence-based therapies for emotional and behavioural difficulties. His expertise includes trauma treatment, behavioural management, and clinical hypnotherapy for sleep and anxiety disorders.
Dr Kimberlee McFarlane
Clinical Psychologist
Dr McFarlane offers specialist care for children and families, with a PhD in clinical psychology and experience in hospital-based paediatric services. Her interests include anxiety, depression, and school refusal, employing CBT and mindfulness-based interventions.
Zofia Hewitt
Registered Psychologist
Zofia focuses on empowering children through play therapy and evidence-based approaches, supporting emotional regulation and resilience. She is completing her Master of Clinical Psychology and incorporates Theraplay-inspired techniques for family engagement.
Erica Boulter
Clinical Psychologist
Erica has 15 years of experience in assessing and treating psychological difficulties across the lifespan, with special interests in trauma, neurodiversity, and acute mental health. She provides comprehensive reports with practical recommendations for clients and families.
Questions
Do I need a referral to book an appointment?
No referral is required, though Medicare rebates necessitate a referral from a GP, psychiatrist, or paediatrician.
Can I book a consultation for parenting advice?
Yes, we offer appointments to discuss parenting strategies and child behavioural support without requiring a formal referral.
What assessment options are available for adults?
We provide adult assessments for ADHD, autism, learning disorders, and intellectual disabilities using standardised testing protocols.
Are telehealth services available?
Yes, secure online therapy sessions are offered for clients of all ages across our service areas.
How long does a therapy session last?
Standard sessions run for 50 minutes, with extended appointments available for comprehensive assessments.
What therapeutic approaches do psychologists use?
Our team employs evidence-based methods including CBT, ACT, play therapy, and trauma-focused interventions tailored to individual needs.
