Business Details
16 Years
experience
Expert Psychology & Family Mediation Services in Brisbane
Positive Families is a specialist positive psychology practice dedicated to providing comprehensive counselling and therapy services for adults, adolescents, children, and couples. Established in 2010, we have supported over 12,000 clients through evidence-based approaches combined with practical, strengths-focused strategies. Our team of registered psychologists is accredited by the Attorney General's Office for Family Dispute Resolution Mediation and adheres to the Australian Psychological Society's Code of Ethics. We specialise in addressing mental health challenges, life transitions, and family dynamics, with a particular focus on parenting coordination and family mediation.Our services are available both in-person at our Ashgrove clinic and online across Australia, offering flexible appointment times including evenings and weekends. We prioritise client accessibility through same-week bookings, rebates, and a compassionate, child-centred approach to separation and co-parenting support. Our commitment to ongoing professional development ensures our clients receive the most effective, up-to-date care tailored to their unique needs.
Services
Adult Psychology
Couples Counselling
Child Psychology
Teen Psychology
Family Therapy
Blended Family Counselling
Online Therapy
Dispute Resolution Mediation
Parenting Coordination
Separation and Divorce Counselling
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- 15+ years of evidence-based practice with 12,000+ clients supported
- Specialist family law accreditation for dispute resolution
- Evening and weekend appointments for working families
- Same-week bookings for urgent mental health support
- Child-focused mediation with trauma-informed approaches
Associations and certifications
- Attorney General's Office
- Australian Psychological Society (APS)
Services
Adult Psychology
Our adult psychology services address work stress, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Using evidence-based strategies, we help clients build emotional resilience and practical coping mechanisms. Our therapists focus on empowering individuals to develop self-awareness and implement positive changes in their personal and professional lives.
Family Therapy
Family therapy sessions improve communication patterns and resolve conflicts within family units. We address issues like separation adjustment, sibling rivalry, and parenting challenges through structured interventions. Our approach focuses on strengthening relationships while prioritising children's emotional wellbeing during family transitions.
Online Therapy
Secure online therapy sessions provide accessible mental health support across Australia. Available for individuals, couples, and families, our telehealth services maintain the same quality as in-person sessions. This option suits clients in remote areas or those requiring flexible appointment times outside traditional office hours.
Dispute Resolution Mediation
Accredited family dispute resolution services help separated parents create child-focused parenting plans. Our psychologist-led mediation process addresses property division, custody arrangements, and co-parenting strategies. We offer both in-person and online mediation with legally recognised documentation for court requirements.
Teen Psychology
Specialised teen psychology services address anxiety, academic pressure, social challenges, and identity issues. Our therapists use age-appropriate techniques to improve emotional regulation and communication skills. We work with families to create supportive environments during critical developmental stages and major life transitions.
People
Larne Wellington
Director | Principal Psychologist
Registered Family Mediator and Parenting Coordinator with 15+ years' experience supporting families through separation. Specialises in child-focused mediation and evidence-based psychological interventions. Holds dual accreditation in family dispute resolution and parenting coordination.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide adult, child, and teen psychology, couples counselling, family therapy, and specialised separation support services across Brisbane and Australia.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide secure online psychology sessions available Australia-wide using encrypted video conferencing technology for client confidentiality.
Can you help with parenting coordination after separation?
Our accredited parenting coordinators specialise in helping separated parents develop effective co-parenting strategies and resolve family disputes.
Are evening and weekend appointments available?
Yes, we offer flexible appointment times including evenings and weekends to accommodate working families' schedules.
Do you accept Medicare or private health rebates?
We offer rebates through Medicare's Telehealth services for eligible clients and accept private health insurance claims where applicable.
How do I book an appointment?
Book online through our portal or contact our Ashgrove clinic directly to schedule same-week appointments for urgent mental health support.
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Reviews (2)
David Pierce
Aug 26, 2020
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I have used Larnes expertise since 2009. She is highly skilled & help my family many navigate through the complexities of our modern word with calm & warmth. Highly recommended
I have used Larnes expertise since 2009. She is highly skilled & help my family many navigate through the complexities of our modern word with calm & warmth. Highly recommended
Amanda Coles
Aug 15, 2018
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Larne is a warm and compassionate therapist who genuinely cares about her clients. She helped me with practical strategies that made a real difference in our family. I would highly recommend Larne as your psychologist.
