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Bradley Bowen
Clinic Director & Principal Clinical Psychologist
Registration PSY0001627508
MPsych (Clinical Psychology), BA (Hons I), BSc, AMusA, MAPS
Bradley Bowen, MPsych (Clinical Psychology), BA (Hons I), BSc, AMusA, MAPS, is a Board-registered Clinical Psychologist and the Clinic Director of Sydney Children’s Practice. He has over 25 years’ experience working with children and adolescents and has been practising as a Clinical Psychologist since 2011. Bradley is known for his calm, warm, and reassuring approach, helping children and families feel safe, understood, and supported during times of significant challenge. His work has been recognised nationally, including being named a finalist at the 2024 Australian Allied Health Awards for Psychologist of the Year.
Bradley holds a Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) with Distinction and First Class Honours in Psychology, alongside a Bachelor of Science in Immunobiology. He has a strong interest in supporting children and adolescents with ADHD and Autism, as well as anxiety, stress and depression. Bradley works collaboratively with families, tailoring evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness to meet each child’s individual needs. He is also a board-approved supervisor and provides supervision to the Sydney Children’s Practice team and external psychologists.
Sonali Parikh
Senior Clinical Psychologist and Team Leader
Registration PSY0002033429
MPsych (Clin), GradDipProfPsych, BPsychSc (Hons), GradDipPsychSc, BBA/BA(Psych)
Sonali is a highly skilled and compassionate clinical psychologist with extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and families through challenging circumstances. Specialising in psychological assessments, interventions, and therapeutic care, Sonali is dedicated to helping her clients thrive through a tailored and collaborative approach.
Known for her warm, creative, and engaging style, Sonali is particularly effective in connecting with children and empowering caregivers to provide consistent and holistic support. She employs a range of evidence-based therapies, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), mindfulness, and positive behaviour strategies, to address diverse needs. Sonali also offers expertise in supporting children and adolescents dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, school refusal, and related challenges.
In her previous role, Sonali excelled in both specialist and leadership positions within a government organization, where she provided trauma-informed care to disadvantaged children, families, and carers. A Psychology Board of Australia-approved supervisor, she is passionate about mentoring provisional psychologists and clinical registrars, fostering the next generation of mental health professionals.
Sonali is available on the following days:
Glebe: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday
Stanmore: Tuesday
Serena Suen
Psychologist
Registration PSY0002707623
MProfPsych, BPsychSc(Hons), BSc(Psych), AAPi, APS
Serena is a nurturing and dedicated provisional psychologist who has an enduring passion for working with young people and their families. Serena strives to create warm, compassionate, and collaborative spaces to ensure clients feel supported as they navigate mental health challenges and develop positive strategies for sustained change.
Serena has an interest in working with presentations including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, behavioural difficulties, and neurodiverse individuals, and is committed to implementing evidence-based interventions to meet clients’ unique needs . With a background in music teaching and behaviour therapy, Serena enjoys connecting with clients in creative and fun ways as they journey towards greater wellbeing.
Serena holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) from the University of Newcastle and Master of Professional Psychology at Western Sydney University. She is completing her sixth-year internship with Sydney Children’s Practice to obtain general registration as a psychologist.
Serena is available Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in Glebe
Amanda Au
Registered Psychologist
Registration PSY0002825833
MPsych (Clin), BPsychSc (Hons)
Amanda is a registered psychologist who is passionate about supporting young people and families across different stages of life. She is a strong advocate for youth mental health, believing that developing skills at an early age can create lasting benefits as young people grow and families evolve together. She takes a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming and LGBTQ+ inclusive approach to her work, creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where clients feel understood and empowered.
Amanda has a particular interest in working with presentations related to anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, ADHD, eating disorders, trauma-related experiences. She is committed to using evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), to support the unique needs and goals of each client.
Amanda holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science from Monash University Malaysia and a Master of Clinical Psychology from University of Technology Sydney. Outside of work, Amanda enjoys making the most of her free time by cooking, hiking, bird watching and hand-building with clay.
Amanda is available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays in Glebe.
Andrew Pietrini
Clinical Psychologist
Registration PSY0001818625
MPsych (Clin), Grad Dip Prof Psych, Grad Dip Psych, BS (Psych)
Andrew is a dedicated clinical psychologist who has been providing therapeutic services in private practice, hospitals, and NGOs since gaining his accreditation in 2016. He has developed an appreciation for the difference that a genuine and supportive relationship can make when helping children, adolescents, and families cope and make positive changes in times of difficulty.
Andrew uses early consultations to work collaboratively with his clients to thoroughly understand the circumstances and contributing factors that have resulted in their concerns. He then provides a supportive and compassionate place to develop and implement an individualised and evidence-based support that best suits his client’s needs. He understands that working as a team with individuals and families is necessary to help them make meaningful change in their lives.
Andrew is experienced using a range of evidence-based interventions, including cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, behavioural therapies, and parent coaching.
Andrew primarily works with children above 8 years of age, adolescents, families.
Andrew is available on Thursdays and Fridays in Stanmore.
Ashley Moore
Registered Psychologist
Registration PSY0002340356
GradDipPsychSci (Ad), BEd, BA (Hist & Phi), AAPi
Warm and compassionate, Ashley takes a collaborative approach to therapy by tailoring a treatment plan to address presenting concerns and assist clients in reaching their therapeutic goals.
Ashley utilises a range of evidence-based contemporary treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness. He has experience working with children and adolescents and adults with varies presentations, including anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem issues, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and Autism. He has worked in private practice, TAFE NSW students and NDIS clients.
Ashley has a background as a school teacher and thus brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from related fields of study and employment to his role as a psychologist.
Ashley is available on Thursdays and Fridays in Glebe
Anna Colditz
Registered Psychologist
Registration PSY0002353378
BPsychSc (Hons), MAPS
Anna is a warm and friendly Psychologist who enjoys working with children and families. She has extensive experience working with neurodivergent children, adolescents and adults, working in the NDIS space for several years.
Anna enjoys adapting and tailoring evidence based interventions (such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, (ACT) using a creative and interactive delivery. Anna enjoys working holistically, collaborating when needed to achieve positive outcomes for children and their families.
Anna is available on Thursdays and Fridays in Glebe
Cesar Sierra
Provisional Psychologist
Registration PSY0004022938
BPsych, MPsych (Clin & Health)
Cesar is a warm, mindful psychologist dedicated to helping young people feel heard and at ease. He is particularly keen on supporting children and adolescents as they navigate anxiety, self-doubt, identity, and relational difficulties.
Since 2021, Cesar has worked across private practice and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) settings. He has also lectured on grief and loss and supervised undergraduate students. He draws on evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP), tailoring his work to the uniqueness of every person and family.
Outside of work, he enjoys meditating, singing, and swimming. Cesar is fluent in English and Spanish.
Cesar is available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays in Glebe.
Emilie Lemasson
Registered Psychologist
Registration PSY0002631532
BPsych, Grad Dip Psych Adv, BMus
Emilie is passionate about improving the wellbeing of young people using her clinical knowledge and 25 years of experience working with children. She brings with her a sense of fun, and creates space for children and families to feel heard and safe during therapeutic intervention. Emilie has worked with NDIS participants providing behaviour support and counselling for children and families, and more recently as a trauma specialist.
Prior to retraining to become a psychologist, Emilie worked as a singing teacher and choral conductor in children's schools.
Emilie has experience delivering therapy to children who have ASD, ADHD, ODD, PTSD, PBD, anxiety and who have experienced complex trauma. She uses Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Somatic Therapy with a holistic approach to ensure the best client-led outcomes for children and their Carers.
Emilie is available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Stanmore with Thursdays being a telehealth only day
Felicity Martin
Clinical Psychology Registrar
Registration PSY0002714846
MPsych (Clinical), BAdvSci (Hons)
Felicity is a Clinical Psychology Registrar who provides warm and compassionate support to young people and their families. Felicity has 10 years of experience working with children as an educator, as well as experience working across public and private psychology practice.
Felicity enjoys supporting children and young people with presentations including anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, ADHD, autism, and behavioural issues. By collaborating with families and caregivers to develop strategies for managing life’s challenges, Felicity aims to help children become their best selves.
Felicity combines patience and positivity with a sense of humour to create a welcoming space that is free from judgement. To best support clients and their families, Felicity tailors evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to the unique needs of individuals.
Felicity holds a Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) from the University of New South Wales, and a Master of Clinical Psychology from Western Sydney University.
Felicity is available on the following days:
Glebe: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Stanmore: Mondays
Holly Rowland
Registered Psychologist
Registration PSY0002801355
BPsychSc (Hons), MPsych (Clin)
Holly Rowland is a Registered Psychologist who is passionate about providing therapeutic support to children and adolescents. She holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) and a Master of Clinical Psychology from The University of Queensland, and has experience working across university psychology clinics, school-based settings, and hospital services.
Holly is known for her warm and compassionate style, and places strong emphasis on building genuine and authentic therapeutic relationships. She values the importance of rapport and works to create a safe, supportive space where children and adolescents feel comfortable, understood, and able to engage openly in therapy. Her work is guided by a neuro-affirming and trauma-informed approach, with sensitivity to each young person’s individual experiences, strengths, and needs.
Holly provides individualised, evidence-based intervention tailored to the needs of each child and family. Her work is primarily informed by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and she has additional training in the Triple P – Positive Parenting Program. She has experience supporting children and adolescents with a variety of presentations, including anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, perfectionistic tendencies, and self-esteem difficulties.
Holly is available on the following days:
Glebe: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Stanmore: Wednesday
Serena Suen
Psychologist
Registration PSY0002707623
MProfPsych, BPsychSc(Hons), BSc(Psych), AAPi, APS
Serena is a nurturing and dedicated provisional psychologist who has an enduring passion for working with young people and their families. Serena strives to create warm, compassionate, and collaborative spaces to ensure clients feel supported as they navigate mental health challenges and develop positive strategies for sustained change.
Serena has an interest in working with presentations including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, behavioural difficulties, and neurodiverse individuals, and is committed to implementing evidence-based interventions to meet clients’ unique needs . With a background in music teaching and behaviour therapy, Serena enjoys connecting with clients in creative and fun ways as they journey towards greater wellbeing.
Serena holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) from the University of Newcastle and Master of Professional Psychology at Western Sydney University. She is completing her sixth-year internship with Sydney Children’s Practice to obtain general registration as a psychologist.
Serena is available Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in Glebe
Julia Goodman
Clinical Psychology Registrar
Registration PSY0002817133
MPsych (Clinical), BPsych (Hons), MAPS
Julia is a warm and compassionate psychologist who is dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and families. She strives to create a safe, non-judgemental, and welcoming space where people feel understood and empowered to work towards sustained change.
Julia takes a curious, client-centred, and trauma-informed approach to therapy, collaborating closely with her clients to understand the factors contributing to their concerns. She values building meaningful therapeutic relationships, and enjoys connecting with young people to develop practical skills, resilience, and confidence in navigating life’s challenges.
Drawing from various evidence-based modalities, Julia provides individualised care that is tailored to the experiences, needs, goals, and strengths of each young person and family. Her work is primarily informed by Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. She has experience and interest in supporting individuals with a range of presentations, including anxiety, depression, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and behavioural difficulties.
Julia holds a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) from the University of Sydney, and a Master of Clinical Psychology from the University of Technology Sydney. Outside of work, she enjoys practicing Pilates, spending time with her dog, and attending live music events.
Julia is available on Wednesdays and Thursdays in Glebe.
Julia Schwarz
Senior Registered Psychologist
Registration PSY0001137392
Julia brings extensive experience in clinical family law and child and adolescent assessment. She has a strong focus on understanding attachment relationships across all stages of development, from early childhood through to adolescence, including work with children with additional needs.
She has significant expertise in assessing the impact of family dynamics on a child’s development, including experiences of separation, loss, and complex family circumstances. Julia is also highly experienced in evaluating parenting capacity, including considerations such as mental health, substance use, family violence, and child protection concerns.
Much of Julia’s work involves supporting families navigating high-conflict separation, including matters involving relocation, estrangement, and breakdowns in parent-child relationships.
Alongside her assessment work, Julia has worked across community, hospital, and government settings, providing therapeutic support to children, adolescents, and parents. She supports young people experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, and adjustment challenges, and works collaboratively with parents to strengthen family relationships and support positive developmental outcomes.
Her work also includes consultation and guidance to support families in planning for the future and navigating complex child and family needs.
Julia is available on Wednesdays and Fridays in Glebe.
Kahlia Pettersen
Provisional Psychologist
Registration PSY0002742660
MPsych (Clin) (cand.), BSocSci (Hons), GradDipPsych, BEd
Kahlia is a Provisional Psychologist with over 10 years of experience across education and therapeutic settings. She has worked as a teacher, early intervention therapist, and therapy mentor, bringing a strong developmental understanding to her clinical work. Kahlia holds a Bachelor of Education and a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours), and is currently completing her Master of Clinical Psychology.
Kahlia values creating a safe, collaborative, and supportive therapeutic space. She works from a strength-based, person-centred perspective and tailors therapy to meet each child’s individual needs. She draws from evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic, attachment-informed approaches.
Kahlia has experience supporting neurodivergent children and adolescents, including those with autism, ADHD, and intellectual disability. Kahlia works with anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and emerging personality vulnerabilities. She is particularly passionate about partnering with families to foster resilience, emotional understanding, and positive developmental outcomes.
Outside of work, Kahlia enjoys reading, painting, bush walks, sunshine, travelling, good coffee, and spending time with her children!
Kahlia is available on the following days:
Glebe: Mondays
Stanmore: Thursdays and Fridays
Ker Leet Leow
Clinical Psychologist
Registration PSY0002171748
BPsych (Hons), MPsych (Clinical), AssocMAPS
Ker is a warm and approachable clinical psychologist who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and their families. He strives to create a warm and collaborative approach to his work. He believes that to achieve an individual’s therapeutic goals, building trust and understanding is of utmost importance.
Over the years, Ker has worked in youth mental health, school, NDIS, not-for-profit, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) settings, supporting individuals across the lifespan with a wide range of presentations. He has a strong interest in supporting autistic children and their families, and also has experience in conducting cognitive and neurodevelopmental assessments. In addition, Ker has experience and interest in working with young people presenting with anxiety, low mood, difficulties with emotion regulation, ADHD, procrastination, and challenges with motivation. He draws on a range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), to create a tailored and collaborative approach when working with young people and their families.
When he is not working, Ker enjoys exploring the outdoors and cycling on his bike. He also speaks fluent Mandarin.
Ker is available on Thursdays and Fridays in Glebe
Mikaela Goldring
Provisional Psychologist
Registration PSY0002817633
MPsych (Clin) (cand.), BPsych (Hons)
Mikaela is a warm and caring Provisional Psychologist currently completing her Master of Clinical Psychology. She holds a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) from Macquarie University.
Mikaela enjoys working with children, adolescents, and families, and takes a collaborative, strengths-based approach to supporting young people’s wellbeing. She values building genuine connections with the children and adolescents she works with, creating a space where they feel comfortable, understood, and supported throughout the therapeutic process.
She has experience conducting psychometric assessments, including cognitive and educational assessments for learning disorders, ADHD, giftedness, and other developmental differences.
Mikaela has a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent children and adolescents, and in helping young people better understand and manage anxiety and their emotions. She has completed training in the Cool Kids Anxiety Program.
Her therapeutic work draws on evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
Mikaela is available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays in Glebe.
Serena Suen
Psychologist
Registration PSY0002707623
MProfPsych, BPsychSc(Hons), BSc(Psych), AAPi, APS
Serena is a nurturing and dedicated provisional psychologist who has an enduring passion for working with young people and their families. Serena strives to create warm, compassionate, and collaborative spaces to ensure clients feel supported as they navigate mental health challenges and develop positive strategies for sustained change.
Serena has an interest in working with presentations including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, behavioural difficulties, and neurodiverse individuals, and is committed to implementing evidence-based interventions to meet clients’ unique needs . With a background in music teaching and behaviour therapy, Serena enjoys connecting with clients in creative and fun ways as they journey towards greater wellbeing.
Serena holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) from the University of Newcastle and Master of Professional Psychology at Western Sydney University. She is completing her sixth-year internship with Sydney Children’s Practice to obtain general registration as a psychologist.
Serena is available Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in Glebe
Serena Suen
Registered Psychologist
Registration PSY0002707623
MProfPsych, BPsychSc (Hons), BSc (Psych), AAPi, APS
Serena is a nurturing and dedicated psychologist who has an enduring passion for working with young people and their families. Serena strives to create warm, compassionate, and collaborative spaces to ensure clients feel supported as they navigate mental health challenges and develop positive strategies for sustained change.
Serena has an interest in working with presentations including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, behavioural difficulties, and neurodiverse individuals, and is committed to implementing evidence-based interventions to meet clients’ unique needs . With a background in music teaching and behaviour therapy, Serena enjoys connecting with clients in creative and fun ways as they journey towards greater wellbeing.
Serena holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) from the University of Newcastle and Master of Professional Psychology at Western Sydney University.
Serena is available Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in Glebe
Wen Yi Ong
Registered Psychologist
Registration PSY0004008179
MPsych (Clin), BSocSci (Hons)
Wen Yi is a registered psychologist who supports children, adolescents, and families to make sense of big feelings, challenging situations, and everyday ups and downs. She works with young people who have experienced difficult or traumatic events and is committed to providing a warm, safe space where they can express themselves and grow at their own pace.
Having worked across a number of child and family settings in Singapore, Wen Yi recognises the unique strengths, histories, and resources that each family brings to therapy. She values meaningful relationships and collaborates closely with children, their families, and the important people in their lives to strengthen connections and create lasting change.
Wen Yi is fluent in English and comfortable in conversational Mandarin.
Wen Yi is available on Wednesdays and Thursdays in Glebe
William Li
Clinical Psychologist
Registration PSY0002123025
BSc (Neuro), BPsych (Hons), MPsych (Clin)
Will is a dedicated psychologist fluent in English, Mandarin, and Japanese who brings a deep understanding of adolescent mental health to their practice. He has Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from ACU and is currently completing a PhD at the Institute for Positive Psychology and Education, researching how to improve the efficacy of adolescent psychotherapies through personalisation methods.
Known for his easy-going nature, Will creates a supportive and welcoming environment where clients feel safe and understood. His dedication to personalised care ensures that each individual receives tailored support to achieve their full potential and reach their therapeutic goals.
Will has experience working with a wide range of psychological disorders and draws from evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). He has a particular interest in anxiety related disorders such as social anxiety, panic disorder, and generalised anxiety disorder.
William is available on Mondays and Tuesdays in Glebe.
Stefano Cioni
Practice Manager
Stefano Cioni joins Sydney Children’s Practice with a strong background in healthcare operations and leadership. He has managed busy GP practices and supported teams across multiple health centres, helping to create systems and environments that enhance client experience and allow the team to do their best work.
Stefano is passionate about building positive, connected teams and ensuring that the day-to-day experience of clients and staff alike is smooth, supportive, and welcoming. His leadership style combines big-picture thinking with genuine care for the people he works with, creating a calm and organised foundation for excellent care.
Stefano is a welcome addition to our team. His core values — warmth and care, professionalism, and integrity — resonate deeply with the ethos at Sydney Children’s Practice. Outside of work, he enjoys martial arts, snowboarding, riding motorcycles, and gardening.
Mariahna Mastro
Administrative Assistant
Mariahna is currently completing her studies in psychology and has experience working with young people through mentoring and sports coaching. She enjoys supporting a practice that focuses on the wellbeing and development of children and adolescents.
Outside of work and study, Mariahna enjoys staying active, spending time with friends and family, and unwinding with a good book.
Selene Pragasam
Administrative Assistant
Selene is part of our friendly administrative staff and helps with all appointments and general enquiries.
When not helping out in the office, she likes to be in her garden or crafting whilst listening to Harry Potter audio book. She is kind, respectful, creative and loves all that’s colourful!
Dolly
Chief Welcome Officer
Dolly is our incredible therapy dog in training! Dolly is our youngest team member, at 4 years old, and is a bundle of furry joy, ready to play, cuddle, and make your visit to Sydney Children’s Practice an absolute blast!
While Dolly is all about fun and games, she’s also hard at work learning the ropes of being a top-notch therapy dog. With the guidance of our clinic director, Brad, she’s honing her skills in emotional support, social interaction, and therapeutic engagement. Dolly’s dedication to her training ensures that she’s always ready to lend an understanding paw and a wagging tail to those who need it most.
We feel incredibly lucky to have Dolly as part of our practice, where her playful personality and her presence brings a smile to everyone’s face and reminds us all of the power of unconditional love and acceptance.
So, when you come to visit our practice, keep an eye out for Dolly’s wagging tail and bright smile. She’ll be ready to greet you with a wagging tail, endless energy, and a heart full of love.
Sydney Children's Practice
Level 1/335-341 Glebe Point Rd
Glebe NSW 2037
Suite 1, 170 Parramatta Rd
Stanmore NSW 2048
admin@sydneychildrenspractice.com.au
Tel: 02 9564 3758
Fax: 02 9564 3759
Clinic Hours: 7:30am - 8:00pm
Reception Hours: 8:00am - 6:00pm Monday to Friday
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