​SASKIA KLOP
Psychotherapist/Child & Family Therapist

I am an experienced therapist with over 28 years clinical experience in supporting children, young people and their families in their therapeutic journey. Drawing on a range of creative modalities in the therapy space, I am committed to building an authentic relationship with each individual and developing goals to support their unique psychological, emotional and developmental needs.

​​I have a background in art therapy and many years experience in using art and other expressive modalities with children and young people in the therapy space.  In counselling sessions,  art can be used alongside traditional approaches, enhancing self expression and offering a different way to allow people to communicate what is needed.

For the past 18 years I have worked  as a school counsellor (K-12), working with children, young people and their families in the school setting. I have experience supporting children and young people with a wide range of psychological challenges including:

• Adjustment difficulties.
•  Anxiety/depression and mood difficulties.
• Trauma, PTSD & disassociation.
• Relationship challenges including the impact of bullying.
•  Challenges associated with neurodiversity. ​ 

​I am a trauma informed practitioner and over the past three years have undertaken specialist training in EMDR in working with people struggling with the impact of trauma in their lives. 
I use expressive and traditional approaches to support people in telling their story, developing a shared understanding of their unique experience and challenges and fostering positive growth and change.

I am a mum of two adult lads who are making their way in the world and a kelpie cross named Ruby Tuesday.  I enjoy spending time at the beach and hanging out with family and good friends and love pretty much all things creative.  I am currently pursing a interest in ceramics and am enjoying learning about the many things you can create with clay.

Professional Affiliations
Clinical Member Aust. NZ Assoc of Family Therapy
Clinical Member PACFA
Member EMDR Australia (EMDRAA)
Victims Services NSW

Fees 
For a standard 55 minute session the fee is $140.  
Saskia is a registered NSW Victims of Crime counselling provider.

Lumos Therapy is a safe space for all LGBTQI+, CALD and First Nations People

I warmly acknowledge the Gumbaynggirr people who have been caring for this land for many thousands of years.
I pay my respects Elders past, present and emerging