Child & Adolescent Psychology
We have amazing child psychologist’s who call Playful Paediatrics home.
Please contact them directly for enquiries and bookings.
Dr Kellie Swan
Dr Kellie is a fun and passionate psychologist who loves working with children and families towards better outcomes for everyone.
She has over 15 years experience working with children and families across a variety of settings, including NGOs, schools and a clinical research program based at Griffith University. Kellie is involved in teaching and ongoing research in the field of child emotion-regulation, behaviour, attachment, parent-child relationships and family well-being and have contributed to a number of journal articles in peer-reviewed academic publications. She has a keen interest in emotion-regulation, neurodiversity and generally supporting families find their groove.
GET IN TOUCH
Phone: 0437 509 715
Email: kellie@littleswanpsychology.com.au
Website: www.littleswanpsychology.com.au
Available: Wednesday and Thursday
Dr Stefanie Runham
Dr Stefanie is a clinical psychologist who is passionate about working with and supporting children and their families to grow to their potential. She seeks to empower clients and create a relaxed and safe environment through her dedication and genuine care.
Stef has worked in both private and community-based settings and has over 12 years’ experience in providing assessment and evidence-based treatments for psychological conditions across the lifespan. Stef has specialist training in the assessment and support of autism including the provision of Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS2) assessments. As part of her doctoral research, Stef co-developed and delivered and early intervention program for the emotional development of 4-6 year old children with ASD which was later adapted and published into the book “10 steps to reducing your child’s anxiety on the autism spectrum”. She also has broad experience in facilitating group interventions that aim to enhance the social and emotional development of children and adolescents.
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Phone: 0405 771 155
Email: dr.stef@runhampsychology.com.au
Available: Monday and Tuesday
Emine Atasoy
Emine has worked in a range of settings including educational, government, and non-government organisations, and in community mental health within an autism specific and early psychosis specific service. Emine understands the importance of early intervention and the positive impact it has on a child and young persons developmental trajectory. She has extensive experience and interest in working with families, children, adolescents, and emerging adults. Emine is passionate about developing a strong therapeutic relationship with her clients, adopting a warm, curious, collaborative, and non-judgemental approach, utilising clients’ strengths, values and supports.
GET IN TOUCH
Phone: 0459 676 844
Website: www.littlepsychlane.com.au
Available: Monday & Tuesday