Valorie O'Keefe is an Educational and Developmental Psychologist and Psychologist based in Miranda, NSW. Her clinic is located at Level 1, Suite 101, 29 Kiora Road, Miranda NSW 2228.
Valorie works with children, young people, and families who need extra support with learning, behaviour, and everyday skills. In many cases, people come in when things at home, school, or in social situations feel a bit stuck. Sometimes it’s about coping, managing big emotions, or finding ways to respond when things get stressful.
She offers counselling sessions that are practical and focused on what’s happening day to day. Behavioural therapy can help when routines, habits, or responses need a more helpful plan. At times, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) is used to look at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions, and then work out small steps that make things easier.
Parent training and support is also a key part of the work. Parenting can be tough, especially when you’re dealing with repeated challenges. Valorie helps families build strategies that are clear, doable, and suited to real life. Social skills training is another service that can support kids and teens to handle friendships, group activities, and communication with less stress.
Approaches like behavioural therapy, CBT, and social skills training are often used together, depending on what the person needs. The goal is usually to reduce stress and improve day-to-day functioning, not just to talk about problems. Over time, small changes can add up, and families can feel more confident about what to try next.
Valorie also supports clients with educational and developmental concerns, which can show up in different ways for different people. Learning, attention, and regulation challenges can affect confidence and school routines. When that happens, it helps to have someone who can guide the process in a calm, structured way while still keeping it grounded and human.
Her background includes training and work as an Educational and Developmental Psychologist and Psychologist. There isn’t detailed public information listed here about specific research projects or clinical trials, so the focus stays on the therapy work and practical support for day-to-day life.