Jacquie Ward is a Psychologist who works with Children, Adolescents & their Families. She is based in South Sydney, Australia and offers sessions both in person and online via teletherapy.
It was a deep love of learning, combined with a fascination for developmental psychology and attachment theory that led Jacquie to pursue a career change after the birth of her first child. She returned to University and almost 10 years, another two babies, and approximately 5,000 textbooks later, found herself immersed in her dream job. For Jacquie, working with children, teens and their families as they navigate challenges with mental health and wellbeing, is the ultimate privilege.
Meet Jacquie.
Jacquie works with a range of presentations, including anxiety, ADHD, Autism, depression, and children who present with challenging and disruptive behaviours.
Jacquie’s work is informed and greatly influenced by industry leaders Dr. Ross Greene (Collaborative and Proactive Solutions) and Dr. Mona Delahooke (Neuroscience/ Polyvagal Theory). She is trained as a Circle of Security International Parenting Facilitator and loves nothing more than decoding what’s really going on in developing brains and those often deeply confusing behaviours (though a latte served with caramel slice runs a close second).
When she’s not working, you’ll likely find Jacquie chasing her three kids around at the beach, sneaking off to yoga class, or daydreaming with her husband about buying a hobby farm. Green spaces & ponies are her thing.
Jacquie’s first book, a children’s picture book that explores themes of high sensitivity, honouring our unique neurotype and the power of friendship, is now available for purchase.
Jacquie Ward
B. Economics (Soc. Sci)
B. Psychological Science (Hons)
M. Professional Psychology
Therapy.
Jacquie currently practices from Flow State Space Psychology clinic in Surry Hills. She is available for both in-person and online teletherapy sessions. To enquire, or book a session, please visit www.flowstatespace.com or email hello@flowstatespace.com
Jacquie’s approach is highly collaborative and trauma-informed. She works together with clients and their families to develop personalised treatment plans that respect and incorporate their unique perspectives and experiences within an environment that is safe and supportive. Additionally, she is dedicated to being neurodivergence affirming, recognising and valuing the diverse ways in which brains can function and advocating for approaches that honour neurodivergent experiences.
Jacquie works with a range of presentations including anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, depression and challenging and disruptive behaviours. Her work is informed and greatly influenced by industry leaders Dr Ross Greene (Collaborative & proactive solutions) and Dr Mona Delahooke (approaching behaviour from a neuroscience/ Polyvagal theory lens).
Her practice is grounded in evidence-based techniques, utilising strategies and interventions backed by research to support clients in achieving their therapeutic goals. As a trained Circle of Security International Parenting facilitator, she integrates attachment theory into all aspects of her practice, emphasizing the importance of secure parent-child relationships and using attachment-based strategies to foster emotional security and resilience.