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Walky Talky

Couples & Family Therapy

Perth Psychology- instead of the cute headings here Lydia can we make these descriptions of things ppl will google, see other pages for examples I sent in chat

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Clinical psychologist Lydia Cargeeg, Director at Walky Talky Hub in Perth, supporting families with child and perinatal mental health.

Couples Therapy for Parents.

Families and relationships are like ecosystems; when one part is under pressure, the whole system feels it. At Walky Talky, we provide a neutral, supportive space to help families and couples move away from conflict and toward a deeper understanding of one another.

We don’t look for "who is at fault." Instead, we look at the patterns of communication and connection that are keeping you stuck, helping you build a more resilient "team" at home.

Walky Talky Psychology; strengthening the foundations of your family unit.

Relationship & Couples Support

The transition to parenthood is one of the greatest tests a relationship can face. We help couples navigate:

Roommate Syndrome: Moving from just "co-parenting" back to feeling like partners.
Communication Breakdown: Learning how to express needs without high-conflict or shutting down.
Parenting Alignment: Navigating different parenting styles or values to find a unified front.
Intimacy & Connection: Rediscovering emotional closeness after the exhaustion of the early years.

Perinatal Support

The period from conception through the first year of your baby's life is a time of immense vulnerability. We provide a safe, non-judgmental space to navigate:

Antenatal and Postnatal Anxiety, OCD & Depression
Birth Trauma: Processing difficult or unexpected birth experiences.
Adjustment to your new identity as a parent
Bonding and Attachment: Helping you feel connected to your baby, even when it feels hard.

Family Therapy

When a family feels fractured—whether due to a child’s new diagnosis, a major life transition, or ongoing behavioural challenges—we work with the whole unit.

When a family feels fractured—whether due to a child’s new diagnosis, a major life transition, or ongoing behavioral challenges—we work with the whole unit.
Siblings Support: Helping brothers and sisters understand and navigate family dynamics.
Intergenerational Patterns: Understanding how our own upbringing influences how we parent today.
Rebuilding Trust: Creating a safe base where every family member feels heard and valued.

Our Relational Approach to Psychology for Parents

We utilise evidence-based frameworks, including The Gottman Method and Attachment-Based Family Therapy, to ensure our work is practical and heart-centered.

We usually meet with the adults first to understand the history and goals for therapy. Our sessions are a no-blame zone where we focus on the relationship as the client.You will leave with homework—small, actionable ways to change how you interact during the week.

Stronger relationships lead to calmer homes. If your family or relationship feels like it’s "weathering a storm," let’s work together to find the calm.

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Lydia Cargeeg, Psychologist says...

When Your Birth Doesn’t Go to Plan: Understanding Birth Trauma Support

Birth can leave emotional marks, especially when it felt overwhelming, frightening, or out of your control. In this blog, Lydia explains what birth trauma can look like, why support matters, and how perinatal psychology can help parents begin to feel safe, connected, and supported again.

Is Paediatric Psychology All Just “Fun and Games”?

Parenting can bring big questions about your child’s emotions, behaviour, anxiety, and confidence. In this blog, Lydia explains how play-based paediatric psychology supports children’s emotional growth while helping parents feel more understood, equipped, and supported.

Toddlers at Walky Talky Hub in Perth enjoying action songs to support speech, movement, and early development through play-based therapy.

Baby babbling while being held face-to-face with parent at Walky Talky Perth, supporting early language, bonding and speech development.

Toddler reading a book at Walky Talky Therapy Hub in Perth, supporting early literacy, speech and language development through play-based therapy

Baby during tummy time at Walky Talky Therapy Hub in Perth, building strength, motor skills and early development with physiotherapy support.