Business Details
Child & Adolescent Psychology Services in Sydney
At Lighthouse Child & Adolescent Psychology, we prioritise a holistic approach to supporting children, adolescents, and their families. Our team of highly qualified clinical psychologists brings decades of combined experience in addressing behavioural, emotional, and developmental challenges, including anxiety, depression, ASD, ADHD, and family separation impacts. Located in Double Bay, Sydney, we provide a warm, family-friendly environment where young clients feel safe to explore their needs. Our evidence-based practices integrate cognitive-behavioural therapy, play therapy, and family systems approaches, tailored to individual requirements. We specialise in psychometric assessments, developmental evaluations, and targeted interventions, ensuring comprehensive care aligned with each child's unique journey.Our practitioners hold advanced qualifications and maintain active memberships with professional bodies like the Australian Psychological Society. We collaborate closely with parents, educators, and healthcare providers to create cohesive support networks for lasting positive outcomes. Our commitment to ongoing professional development ensures we remain at the forefront of clinical advancements in child psychology. By combining empathy with expertise, we empower families to navigate challenges and foster resilience in young people.
Services
Child Counselling
ASD Assessments
Family Therapy
Developmental Assessments
ADHD Evaluations
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in child psychology specialisations
- Our team includes clinical psychologists with advanced qualifications in developmental assessments
- We provide evidence-based therapies tailored to individual family needs
- Our practice maintains strong collaborations with educators and healthcare professionals
- We utilise play-based and trauma-informed therapeutic approaches for young clients
Services
Child Counselling
Our child counselling services address anxiety, depression, and behavioural challenges through evidence-based approaches. We create safe therapeutic spaces where children develop emotional regulation skills and coping strategies. Our psychologists work collaboratively with families to implement consistent support systems across home and school environments.
ASD Assessments
Comprehensive autism spectrum disorder assessments utilise gold-standard tools like ADOS-2 and ADI-R. Our experienced clinicians identify developmental patterns and strengths to provide accurate diagnoses. We deliver detailed reports with practical recommendations for educational and therapeutic interventions tailored to each child's needs.
Family Therapy
Specialised family therapy addresses relationship dynamics and conflict resolution during challenging periods. We support families navigating separation, grief, or communication difficulties through systemic approaches. Our sessions focus on strengthening family bonds and creating supportive home environments for children's emotional wellbeing.
Developmental Assessments
Developmental assessments for children under five identify potential delays in communication, motor skills, and social-emotional development. Using standardised tools, we evaluate cognitive abilities and developmental milestones to create targeted intervention plans that maximise each child's learning potential and school readiness.
ADHD Evaluations
Our ADHD assessments combine clinical interviews, behavioural observations, and standardised testing to evaluate attention difficulties. We assess cognitive functioning and executive skills to develop comprehensive management strategies. Our reports include practical recommendations for classroom accommodations and home-based interventions.
People
Jane Dobson
Clinical Psychologist
With 29 years parenting experience and teaching background, Jane specialises in child psychology, family separation support, and evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, and trauma in young clients.
Jessica Dwyer
Clinical Psychologist
Jessica offers compassionate care for children aged 3-16, specialising in autism spectrum disorders, ADHD management, and preschool mental health through cognitive-behavioural and solution-focused therapies.
Vikki Biggs
Clinical Psychologist
Vikki provides expert developmental and educational assessments, with 20 years' experience evaluating learning difficulties, ADHD, and neurodevelopmental disorders in private and public healthcare settings.
Dr Lee Sutton
Developmental Paediatrician
With 30 years' experience, Dr Sutton specialises in developmental assessments for children under six, collaborating with psychologists to provide comprehensive evaluations and intervention planning for developmental concerns.
Melissa Gentle
Clinical Psychologist
Melissa focuses on anxiety disorders and parenting support, integrating attachment theory with evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT to help families build emotional resilience and effective communication strategies.
Questions
What age groups do your psychologists specialise in?
Our team specialises in supporting children from 1 year old through adolescence up to 18 years, with some clinicians offering services for young adults.
Do you provide assessments for learning difficulties?
Yes, we conduct comprehensive cognitive and educational assessments to identify learning disorders, giftedness, and developmental delays using standardised testing tools.
How do you involve parents in the treatment process?
We use family-centred approaches that actively engage parents through collaborative goal-setting, home-based strategies, and regular progress updates during therapy sessions.
What therapeutic approaches are used for anxiety disorders?
Our psychologists utilise evidence-based methods including CBT, play therapy, and mindfulness techniques tailored to each child's developmental stage and specific anxiety presentation.
Can you provide school-based intervention support?
We offer school visits and collaborate with educators to implement tailored strategies that address classroom challenges and support academic success for our clients.
What happens during an initial assessment session?
The first session involves developmental history gathering, parent interviews, and structured observations to create a comprehensive understanding of the child's needs before developing a treatment plan.
Reviews (2)
CaseyAlannaCarter
Jul 19, 2021
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Jane is a wonderful and compassionate psychologist who puts the interests and the needs of the children above all else.
Pink Limo
Mar 14, 2021
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Dear Simon and Celeste,
Our family benefited a lot from the support from Celeste The clinic has fantastic customer service (thank you to Simon) and our queries were answered within hours. Simon is very efficient. and such a kind human being. Thank you worth every dollar for this fantastic service. Thank you so much Celeste. your consultations made a real difference and you provided practical strategies including the whole family which turned out to be a real turning point. Great experience all round! My daughter has grown so much since she has been seeing you at your office. God Bless you for
Our family benefited a lot from the support from Celeste The clinic has fantastic customer service (thank you to Simon) and our queries were answered within hours. Simon is very efficient. and such a kind human being. Thank you worth every dollar for this fantastic service. Thank you so much Celeste. your consultations made a real difference and you provided practical strategies including the whole family which turned out to be a real turning point. Great experience all round! My daughter has grown so much since she has been seeing you at your office. God Bless you for
