We’re excited to welcome Vanessa Freitas, a highly qualified and compassionate Social Worker in Adelaide, to the Therabees team! Starting in September, Vanessa will be available for parent and family support sessions every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at our Paralowie clinic.
How Can a Social Worker Help Your Family?
A social worker can provide essential support for children and families facing challenges such as:
- Emotional self-regulation
- Developing and improving social skills
- Managing unhelpful behaviours
- Building self-esteem and promoting child wellbeing
- Advocacy and liaison services
- Navigating and maximising NDIS and other supports
- Counselling for mood, anxiety and stress
- Trauma-informed care for children and families
Our goal is to help children and families thrive by addressing emotional, behavioural and social needs in a supportive and professional environment.
About Vanessa Freitas
Vanessa is a qualified and registered Social Worker (Bachelor of Social Work, Honours) with specialised training in child-centred play therapy. She brings extensive experience from educational and therapeutic settings across Australia, the USA and South Africa.
Her background includes:
- Supporting learners with severe intellectual disabilities in schools
- Implementing one-on-one therapy and group interventions
- Creating educational programs for teachers and students
- Working as a child-centred therapist in private practice in Adelaide
Vanessa uses play-based therapeutic techniques to help children develop emotional regulation, social skills and resilience. Her approach is child-centred and strengths-based, ensuring every child and family receives tailored support to achieve their goals.
What Can Vanessa Help With?
Vanessa works with children and families to address:
- Emotional regulation and self-control
- Bullying (at school or home)
- Peer pressure and sports-related stress
- Emotional distress and frustration
- Aggression, anger and behavioural concerns
- Developmental delays and regressive behaviour
- Enhancing social skills and building relationships
- Anxiety, depression, grief and trauma
- Sleep and eating difficulties
- Low self-esteem and confidence issues
- Coping with family changes (divorce, separation, bereavement)
- Problem-solving skills
- Puberty and hygiene education
Vanessa also provides mental health support and coping strategies for parents and caregivers, creating a safe and supportive environment for the whole family.
Book an Appointment
Vanessa is available at Therabees Paralowie every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 AM – 12 PM.
If you are searching for an experienced and compassionate Social Worker in Adelaide to support your child and family, book an appointment with Vanessa today.
Call us on 08 7006 3379 to secure your spot.
Why Choose Therabees?
At Therabees, we believe in holistic, family-centred care. Our multidisciplinary team works together to support children and families through personalised strategies and evidence-based practices. Whether your child needs help with emotional regulation, social skills, or coping with life’s challenges, we’re here to help.