The Younger Years Psychologists
We are a qualified experienced team of psychologists in Leichhardt, Sydney and Cottesloe, Perth
At The Younger Years, we understand that navigating the complexities of modern life can sometimes be overwhelming. Our team of dedicated psychologists are here to guide you through life's challenges, providing compassionate support and evidence-based therapies, tailored to your unique needs. From the first point of contact, Kate our Practice Manager will endeavour to match you with someone from within the team that will be a good fit for what you need. We appreciate that the therapeutic relationship is central to change.
Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking greater clarity, understanding and guidance, our experienced psychologists are here to walk alongside you. Clinicians at our Leichhardt practice are available 6 days a week, including evenings and Saturdays, in Cottesloe we offer sessions on Monday and Wednesday. We also offer therapy sessions via video, The Younger Years Virtual allows you to access psychological support nation wide without the restriction of having to travel to one of our practice locations
Meet Our Psychologists
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Dr Veronica McLennan
FOUNDER - Veronica is an established Senior Clinical Psychologist and the Practice Director of The Younger Years. Veronica has worked for over 20 years in Child & Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS) both in the North Shore and Illawarra regions.
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Lindsay McFarlane
DIRECTOR - Lindsay is a Clinical Psychologist and the Practice Director of The Younger Years, Perth. Lindsay offers a warm and compassionate approach and is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals can feel comfortable to explore issues that are troubling them.
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Natalie Dahora
Natalie is a Clinical Psychologist with a warm and collaborative approach to her clinical work, endeavouring to create a supportive and non-judgmental space for all individuals.
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Dr Brigid O'Leary
Brigid is an experienced educational and developmental psychologist and is passionate about taking a warm and collaborative approach to understanding children and young people's needs and to achieve positive change.
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Andrew Essen
Andrew is a Clinical Psychologist committed to providing a warm and personable approach in order to foster a safe and collaborative space for all individuals.
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Paige Noble
Paige is a Clinical Psychologist who places a strong emphasis on attachment theory and its practical application in working with families. Paige prides herself on providing a safe and nurturing environment and uses evidence-based interventions to help clients achieve their goals.
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Bre Drew
Bre is a warm, friendly and approachable Clinical Psychologist. She has experience working with people across the lifespan and is particularly passionate about supporting school age children and their parents from her years working in multiple school settings.
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Tim Wardeiner
Tim is a Clinical Psychologist with 5 years’ experience. His passion for his work has taken him to Victoria, the Northern Territory, and now Sydney. Tim primarily works with trauma recovery, addiction, and personality concerns, however, his work is not limited to these presentations.
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Kate Higson
Kate is the Practice Manager at The Younger Years. She has extensive experience in providing administrative support to clients and staff of psychology practices.
Why Choose Our Psychologists?
Compassionate and Experienced Support
Our psychologists are all members of The Australian Psychological Society (APS), and our clinical psychologists are also Full Members of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists. All clinicians are approved Medicare Providers and are registered with AHPRA (The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency).
We provide a safe, non-judgemental, and empathic environment where you can freely express your thoughts and emotions. With years of experience, our psychologists are skilled listeners who genuinely care about your well-being.
Evidence-Based Therapies:
We draw from a broad range of evidence-based, therapeutic approaches, evidenced to be effective in addressing mental health disorders. Our clinicians have an eclectic approach and are able to effectively draw from attachment, behavioural, cognitive, dialectical, and family modalities, to facilitate positive change.
Person-Centred and Personalised Care
Our psychologists work collaboratively with you and other professionals involved in your health care, to create a tailored treatment plan that addresses your specific concerns and goals. Inherently, people are motivated towards achieving positive psychological functioning and we are here to guide you in this process.
Committed to Young People and Families
As a specialist clinic, we pride ourselves on only working within this age group (0-25 years and beyond). Focusing on offering a wholistic and individualised approach tailored to the unique needs of each individual during this developmental period of change.
Whether you're an individual, a parent or a family, our psychologists are here to support you on your path to emotional well-being. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and be proactive about building a life worth living.