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Sofia Berry

Sofia Berry

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Psychologist

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Join date: Aug 6, 2025

About

Sofia is a provisional psychologist who has completed her Master of Professional Psychology at La Trobe University. She has experience working with children and adolescents within a school setting, providing counselling sessions utilising Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and conducting psychological assessments. She has worked with clients with a range of presenting problems, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem/body image, emotional regulation difficulties, OCD and neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., Autism and ADHD). Sofia aims to provide a therapeutic environment that is safe and non-judgemental. She is passionate about empowering her clients and their families to make positive changes in their lives. When she is not working, she enjoys attending pilates classes, travelling and spending time with her family, friends and pets.

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First Name

Sofia

Last Name

Berry

Phone

03 8002 7006

Posts (9)

May 4, 2026 ∙ 3 min

Why Is My Teen So Anxious About School? What Actually Helps

If your teen is anxious about school, you are certainly not alone. Many parents are noticing rising levels of stress, overwhelm and avoidance in their children when it comes to school. The experience of having a teenager with school anxiety can feel frustrating or confusing, especially when mornings turn into big emotional moments. This is a common experience and there are ways to support your teen that can make a difference. “Mornings Are a Battle” — You Are Not Alone Mornings in your house...

Apr 27, 2026 ∙ 3 min

Why Is My Teen So Withdrawn? When to Worry and What Actually Helps

It’s normal to worry when your teen suddenly seems distant or silent. You may notice that your once chatty child is now spending a lot of time alone in their room, not engaging or talking to anyone. It can be stressful and confusing when your teen is withdrawn, however it is important to know that you are not alone, and this behaviour doesn’t automatically mean that there is something seriously “wrong.” Understanding what is typical versus what needs attention can help you respond and support...

Apr 20, 2026 ∙ 3 min

Why Do I Avoid Everything? Even Things I Care About

If you have ever wondered why you sit down to start homework and suddenly, you are doom scrolling on your phone for hours or you know there is something important you need and want to do but you just can’t start it. You are definitely not the only one. A lot of people experience this, especially during the teenage years. It can often get labelled as “laziness” or “typical procrastination,” but there may be more to it. If You Keep Avoiding Things, You are Not Lazy Avoidance does not mean you...

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