Telehealth counselling for adolescents and their parents
Evening sessions after school, Australia wide.
Hi, I'm Jess
I'm a masters trained therapist, and I've worked with children, teenagers, families and schools across Australia and New Zealand for more than 25 years.
I see adolescents by telehealth because it works for them. Most teenagers are comfortable talking online, and parents can join from home or work.
My practice is trauma informed, neurodiversity affirming and grief aware.
What I work with
Emotional health
Anxiety, depression, thoughts of not wanting to be here, self image and body image
School and social life
Bullying, school refusal, learning difficulties, friendships
Loss, trauma and change
Grief, trauma and PTSD, separation and divorce
Identity and growth
Neurodiversity, identity, confidence, life skills
Where there is risk, I put a clear plan in place with the young person and their parents, and work with their GP.
How I work
Sessions are practical. Together we build a set of strategies young people and parents can use at home and at school, guided by my Connection Advantage Method and Parent Code.
With young people
Managing big feelings, speaking up and building confidence.
With parents
Understanding what's behind the behaviour, and how to respond.
Together
Joint sessions when the family is ready.
For clinics, case workers and support coordinators
If your waitlist is full, or a young person can only meet after hours, I can see them by telehealth. I work independently with my own insurance, as a contractor or through direct referral.
hello@journey-together.com.au
How a referral works
Email me the young person's age, main concerns and funding.
I have a short chat with the parent to check it's a good fit.
Sessions usually start within one to two weeks.
For parents
Sessions happen from home, after school. You'll be part of the work too, with strategies you can use during the week.
Email me to have a chathello@journey-together.com.au
I have a small number of after hours places open this term.
"I get stopped in the car park by families telling me that working with Jess has been life changing for their child."
Elizabeth, Principal, Sacred Heart, Victoria
Jess Robertson, Journey Together
