Berwick Child and Adolescent Psychologist for Anxiety and Panic | Child Anxiety Psychologist Berwick

Support for Anxiety and Panic in Children and Adolescents

Evidence-based psychological support for young people experiencing persistent worry, fear, or panic symptoms.
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We support children and adolescents who may be experiencing anxiety that is interfering with school, friendships, sleep, or family life.

Anxiety in young people can present in subtle or overt ways. Early support can help prevent patterns from becoming more entrenched.

What anxiety may look like in children and adolescents

Anxiety can vary depending on age and temperament. It may include:

 

  • Excessive worry about school performance
  • Fear of making mistakes
  • Avoidance of social or school situations
  • Physical symptoms such as stomach aches or headaches
  • Difficulty separating from parents
  • Sleep disturbance
  • Irritability or emotional outbursts
  • Reassurance-seeking behaviours

 

Panic symptoms may involve:

 

  • Sudden episodes of intense fear
  • Rapid heartbeat
  • Shortness of breath
  • Dizziness
  • Fear of losing control

Young people often struggle to explain what they are feeling. Anxiety may present behaviourally rather than verbally.

When child anxiety support may be helpful

Professional support may be helpful if:

Anxiety is interfering with school attendance or participation

Avoidance behaviours are increasing

Reassurance-seeking is persistent

Panic symptoms are occurring

Your child appears increasingly distressed

Family routines are being significantly disrupted

Our Assessment Process

How assessment may help

Psychoeducation about anxiety

Emotional regulation strategies

Cognitive restructuring (age-appropriate)

Gradual exposure to feared situations

Reducing reassurance cycles

Parent guidance and coaching

What to expect at The Avenue Place

As a deliberately small psychology clinic in Berwick, we prioritise continuity and collaborative care. Families attending for anxiety support can expect:

An initial parent and child assessment

Clear explanation of findings

Collaborative goal setting

Consistent sessions with the same psychologist wherever possible

Regular review of progress

Where appropriate, we may liaise with schools, paediatricians, or GPs.
If you would like to discuss whether treatment may be appropriate for you, please contact our team.
Prefer to speak on the phone?

Call our friendly team directly on (03) 9769 9912.

When additional or urgent support may be required

If your condition is accompanied by thoughts of self-harm, significant risk, or immediate safety concerns, urgent support should be sought.

You can contact:

  • Lifeline: 13 11 14
  • Emergency services: 000

If you are unsure about suitability for private therapy, our team can assist in guiding you toward appropriate services.

Child anxiety support in Berwick and surrounding suburbs

Our psychologists provide anxiety support for children and adolescents in Berwick and nearby areas including Officer, Clyde North, Narre Warren, Pakenham, Cranbourne and surrounding suburbs.

Telehealth appointments are available within Victoria where appropriate.