About
Growing Us Psychology was created by Rebecca, a Clinical Psychologist and board approved supervisor who has extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults. She has held positions with the Department of Corrective Services, Department of Health and the Telethon Kids Institute.
Rebecca also volunteers with Lionheart Camp for Kids, a bereavement and grief service supporting children, adolescents and families navigating their grief journey. Their mission of ‘no child should grieve alone’ closely aligns with the values of Growing Us Psychology.
Rebecca is passionate about working alongside children, parents and families to enhance their relationships and connections with oneself and with each other.
Rebecca understands the importance of individualising supports for clients and is trained in a range of evidence-based therapies including Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Family Based Treatment and Systemic Family Therapy.
Rebecca uses attachment and interpersonal neurobiology frameworks as part of a holistic, strengths-based model to support individuals and families celebrate their wonderful moments, while navigating their unique challenges.
Rebecca firmly believes that when a deep sense of safety, attunement and connection are felt and experienced in relationships then the development of trust, playfulness, acceptance and empathy can grow and develop in oneself and with those around them.
Compassionate Support for Healing and Growth
Rebecca cares deeply about supporting children, siblings and parents navigating the joys and challenges associated with parenting and those who have experienced adverse childhood experiences, trauma and loss. With adults, Rebecca seeks to understand your story and experiences and work with you to improve your relationships to develop a stronger sense of self and live a meaningful and fulfilled life.
Rebecca is passionate about creating a safe and containing space for clients, working to build on their strengths to help them thrive.
Whilst Rebecca primarily works with children, adolescents and their families, she does see adults for their own individual therapy.
Tailored, Evidence-Based Support for Every Stage of Life
She understands the importance of individualising supports for clients and is trained in a range of evidence-based therapies including Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Family Based Treatment and Systemic Family Therapy.
With younger children, Rebecca will utilise a play based approach to therapy. Parent participation in sessions is essential and will vary according to the presenting concerns, developmental needs of the child and systemic intervention.
For adolescent and adult clients, evidence-based strategies will be utilised with individualised treatment always prioritised. Growing us means working together to understand what is needed from therapy and to set meaningful, achievable goals together.
Rebecca enjoys working with the following presentationsParenting and Family Relationship Difficulties
Emotional Regulation Challenges
Behavioural Challenges (home and/or school)
Grief and Bereavement Disorders
Depression and Associated Emotional Difficulties
Anxiety Disorders
Including panic disorder, generalised anxiety disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder