Insight Psychology Newcastle
SUPPORTING CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS THROUGH LIFE’S CHALLENGES - WITH CARE, UNDERSTANDING AND EVIDENCE-BASED THERAPIES.
At Insight Psychology Newcastle, we specialise in working with children, teenagers, and young adults. Whether your child is experiencing anxiety, depression, bullying, eating difficulties, or emotional dysregulation, we’re here to help. We take a family-based approach, working closely with parents to create supportive environments where children and teenagers can flourish.
Meet Our Clinicians
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Dr Renee Verdon , Clinical Psychologist, DPsych
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Dr Catherine Dinneen, Clinical Psychologist, DPsych
Our Therapy Approach
Family-Centred, Compassionate Approach to Supporting Young People
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CBT
CBT helps children and teens understand how thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are connected, and teaches practical skills to manage worry, low mood, trauma, and unhelpful thinking patterns.
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Family Based Therapy
Family therapy strengthens communication and understanding within the family system so young people feel supported and understood at home.
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Neurodivergent Support
Neurodivergent-affirming support helps young people understand their brains and strengths, build confidence and coping strategies, and navigate school, friendships, and self-identity.
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Maudsley Based Therapy for Eating Disorders
Maudsley Family Therapy empowers parents to take an active, loving, and structured role in supporting their child’s recovery from an eating disorder.
Our Family-Centred, Evidence-Based Approach
At Insight Psychology Newcastle, we understand that reaching out for support is a big step — for parents, children and young people.
Our role is to provide a calm, respectful, and non-judgmental environment where parents, children, teens, and young adults feel heard, valued, and supported.
We specialise in working with young people experiencing:
Anxiety and worry
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and perfectionism
Depression and low mood
Emotion dysregulation and anger
Eating disorders and body image concerns
Social and friendship difficulties
Bullying and school stress
Attachment and developmental challenges
ADHD, AuADHD and Autism
Every person has their own story. We take time to understand it.
In-person and telehealth appointments
Our office is conveniently located in Merewether NSW. In person and telehealth appointments are available.