Business Details
38 Years
experience
Expert Family Therapy Services in Brisbane
Thinking Families has been a cornerstone of Brisbane's counselling landscape for over 30 years, offering expert services in family and couple relationship counselling, separation and divorce, parenting, and child behaviour management. Our team includes accredited Mental Health Social Workers, Clinical Psychologists, and Family Therapists with extensive experience in diverse practice settings. We specialise in evidence-based treatments for adolescent eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and self-harm, utilising approaches like Family Based Therapy (Maudsley Model) and Attachment-Based Family Therapy.Our services cater to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, with flexible hours including weekend appointments. We prioritise confidentiality, professional standards, and client-centred care, fostering stronger family bonds and individual well-being through tailored therapeutic strategies.
Services
Family Therapy
Eating Disorder Counselling
Depression Support
Child Counselling
Psychometric Assessments
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in family-based treatments for eating disorders and adolescent mental health.
- Our team includes Medicare-accredited professionals with expertise in evidence-based therapies like CBT and Family Based Therapy.
- Flexible appointment hours including weekends to accommodate busy family schedules.
- Comprehensive assessments and tailored treatment plans for children, adolescents, and adults.
- Proven success in strengthening family dynamics and improving mental health outcomes.
Associations and certifications
- Australian Association of Social Workers
- Australian Psychological Society
What people say
Experienced professionals
Effective family therapy
Positive relationship outcomes
Tailored treatment plans
Supportive environment
Services
Family Therapy
Strengthen family bonds through evidence-based therapy addressing communication issues, conflict resolution, and relationship dynamics. Our specialists work with whole families to address challenges like adolescent behavioural issues, separation/divorce impacts, and grief. Sessions focus on improving understanding and creating supportive family environments for lasting positive change.
Eating Disorder Counselling
Specialised treatment for adolescent eating disorders using Family Based Therapy (Maudsley Model). Our approach involves parents as active participants in recovery, addressing anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and related conditions. We provide nutritional guidance and emotional support to help families navigate recovery challenges and establish healthy eating patterns.
Depression Support
Comprehensive treatment for depression using evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Our specialists address adolescent and adult depression through individual and family sessions, focusing on symptom management, coping strategies, and addressing underlying causes like trauma or relationship issues.
Child Counselling
Tailored mental health support for children and adolescents dealing with anxiety, behavioural issues, and social challenges. Our experienced therapists use age-appropriate techniques to address school-related stress, peer relationships, and emotional regulation, involving parents as key partners in the therapeutic process.
Psychometric Assessments
Comprehensive evaluations for learning difficulties and cognitive development. Our assessments identify strengths and areas needing support, providing detailed reports that guide educational planning and intervention strategies for children and adolescents facing academic or developmental challenges.
People
Glenn Munt
Director, Social Worker and Family Therapist
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with 40+ years' experience in family therapy. Specialises in adolescent eating disorders, depression, and family conflict resolution. Former President of Queensland Association of Family Therapy and developer of family-based treatment models.
Mary McGrath
Director and Clinical Psychologist
Clinical Psychologist with 25+ years' experience in child, adolescent, and adult mental health. Expertise in postnatal depression, gifted children's needs, and evidence-based therapies including CBT and mindfulness. Published researcher in family therapy techniques.
Questions
Do I need a referral to access services?
No referral is required, but Medicare rebates require a mental health care plan from your GP.
What age groups do you work with?
We provide services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families across all life stages.
Are weekend appointments available?
Yes, we offer flexible weekend appointments to accommodate busy family schedules.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
We utilise evidence-based methods including CBT, Family Based Therapy, mindfulness, and attachment-based approaches.
Can I claim rebates through private health insurance?
Some private health funds offer rebates for counselling services - please check with your provider for eligibility.
