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Sunshine Coast Child Psychology
Minimal wait times currently availableSunshine Coast Child Psychologist | Experienced, Down-to-Earth Support for Kids & Teens
Warm, evidence-informed Psychology for children and teenagers across Mooloolaba and Caloundra, with telehealth also available.
Appointments available with minimal wait times. Tell us your child or teenager's age, what you would like help with and your preferred location, and our team can help guide you.
30,000+
client consultations across Integrated Wellness ClinicFamily operated since 2013, providing evidence-informed, integrative healthcare.
Minimal wait timesacross our child & teen team
Relaxed and approachableprofessional without feeling overly clinical
Child & teen focusedage-appropriate support
Sunshine Coast clinicsMooloolaba & Caloundra + telehealth
Child Psychologist Sunshine Coast
Finding the right Psychologist for your child matters
Children and teenagers often need a different therapeutic approach to adults. Feeling comfortable, understood and safe with their practitioner can make it easier for a young person to engage in therapy.
Our Sunshine Coast child Psychology team works with children, teenagers and families from Mooloolaba and Caloundra, as well as by telehealth where appropriate. We take time to understand your child’s age, personality, needs and the type of support you are seeking before helping you choose a practitioner.
Sessions may focus on emotional wellbeing, behaviour, school stress, confidence, anxiety, neurodivergence, family changes, grief, social difficulties or other challenges affecting day-to-day life.
What you can expect
- Warm, friendly and down-to-earth care
- Evidence-informed psychological approaches
- Age-appropriate sessions for children and teenagers
- Support that considers the child, family and broader environment
- Help choosing a practitioner who suits your child’s needs
- Appointments in Mooloolaba and Caloundra
- Telehealth with selected practitioners
- Minimal wait times currently available
How child therapy can look
Child and teen Psychology is not always just sitting and talking
Depending on age, development, goals and the practitioner’s approach, therapy may include talking alongside creative, interactive or play-based strategies.
Drawing, art and creative activities
Play-based therapeutic activities
Feelings cards and guided conversations
Writing and age-appropriate reflection
Practical emotional regulation skills
Reasons families seek support
How a Sunshine Coast Child Psychologist may help
Every child is different. Support is tailored to the young person rather than treating a diagnosis or difficulty as the whole story.
Anxiety & Worry
Support with fears, worry, panic, separation anxiety, school anxiety or feeling overwhelmed.
Emotional Regulation
Helping children identify emotions, understand triggers and practise more helpful ways of responding.
ADHD
Therapeutic support and assessment pathways where attention, impulsivity or executive functioning are concerns. Learn about ADHD psychology and assessments.
Autism
Neurodiversity-affirming support and assessment options with appropriately trained practitioners. Learn about Autism assessments.
School & Learning Stress
Support for school avoidance, learning-related stress, confidence and adjustment difficulties. We also offer learning, dyslexia and dyscalculia assessments with selected Psychologists.
Friendships & Social Skills
Support with confidence, shyness, peer relationships, bullying and social situations.
Family Changes
Support through parental separation, blended families, relocation and transitions.
Grief & Loss
Age-appropriate psychological support following bereavement or significant change.
Teen psychologist Sunshine Coast
Psychology support for teenagers
Adolescence can bring rapid change in identity, relationships, school expectations, independence and emotional wellbeing.
Our Psychologists work with teenagers experiencing anxiety, low mood, friendship difficulties, school stress, exam pressure, neurodivergence, confidence concerns, family conflict, identity questions, grief and major life transitions.
Teenagers may also seek support for perfectionism, emotional overwhelm, motivation, social withdrawal, relationship changes, bullying, school transitions, study pressure and preparing for greater independence. Where relevant, families can also explore our ADHD psychology and assessment options or Autism assessment pathway. Therapy aims to provide a respectful, collaborative and age-appropriate space rather than something that feels overly clinical.
For parents, our team can also explain how confidentiality works for adolescents and how parents or caregivers may be involved in care while still respecting the young person’s privacy and therapeutic relationship.
Teen support may include
- Anxiety, stress and emotional overwhelm
- School pressure and motivation
- Friendships, relationships and belonging
- Self-esteem and confidence
- ADHD and executive functioning support
- Autism and neurodivergence-affirming support
- Family changes and communication
- Grief, adjustment and life transitions
A team that wants to help
Support for children, teenagers and the families around them
Young people do best when they feel understood, respected and supported in a way that fits their age and stage of development.
Our team works with both children and teenagers, and we know the needs of a 7-year-old can look very different from those of a 15-year-old. Younger children may benefit from more play-based and visual approaches, while teenagers often prefer a more collaborative and conversational style.
Where clinically appropriate, Psychologists may involve parents or caregivers and collaborate with GPs, paediatricians or other treating professionals.
Family operated since 2013
A family-run clinic with a genuine passion for supporting children
Hi, I’m Suzi Le Fanue, co-founder of Integrated Wellness Clinic. I’m a Naturopath by profession with a Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science), and as a mum I care deeply about creating healthcare spaces where children and families feel welcomed rather than intimidated.
While Psychology isn’t my profession, supporting children’s wellbeing has become especially meaningful to me through my own experiences as a parent. I want families coming into our clinics to feel listened to, supported and confident that we will take the time to help them find the right practitioner.
Suzi Le Fanue — Co-founder, Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science), Naturopath.
Meet the child & teen team
Psychologists and Counsellors supporting children and teenagers
Our Sunshine Coast child and teen practitioners consult across Mooloolaba, Caloundra and online. Availability and age ranges vary, so our client support team can help identify the most suitable current options.
Jenny (Jennifer) Saulitis
Registered Psychologist
Mooloolaba & Caloundra
Children & adolescents
Kate Newton
Psychologist, Clinical Psychology Registrar
Caloundra + Telehealth
Ages 10+ & adults
Taylah Burnett
PACFA Registered Counsellor
Mooloolaba & Caloundra
Children, adolescents & adults
Medicare, NDIS & private health
Funding and referral options for Child Psychology
You do not need a referral to book privately. Funding and rebates depend on the practitioner, referral, plan or policy and the service being provided.
Medicare
An eligible referral such as a Mental Health Treatment Plan may allow a Medicare rebate when your child sees an eligible Medicare-registered Psychologist.
NDIS
Self-managed or plan-managed participants may be able to use relevant plan funding for eligible Psychology or counselling services. Please confirm your plan requirements before booking.
Private Health
Some private health policies include Psychology benefits. Coverage varies by insurer, policy, practitioner and service.
Funding information is general only and should be confirmed with the relevant funder.
Sunshine Coast child psychologist locations
Child Psychologists in Mooloolaba and Caloundra
Mooloolaba Child Psychologist
Families can access child and teen Psychology appointments from our Mooloolaba clinic at Suite 505, 45 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba QLD 4557.
Explore our Sunshine Coast Psychology team →Caloundra Child Psychologist
Child and teen Psychology appointments are also available from our Caloundra clinic at Suite 7, 51–55 Bulcock Street, Caloundra QLD 4551.
Explore our Caloundra Psychology team →Frequently asked questions
Sunshine Coast Child Psychology FAQs
Do I need a referral for my child to see a Psychologist?
No. You can book privately without a referral. A valid referral is generally required if you want to claim an eligible Medicare rebate.
What age can children start seeing a Psychologist?
Age ranges vary between practitioners. Tell our team your child’s age and what you are seeking help with, and we can check suitable current options.
How do I choose the right Child Psychologist?
Our team can consider your child’s age, the reason for seeking support, preferred location, practitioner availability and your preferences before suggesting suitable options.
Do you have Child Psychologists in Mooloolaba?
Yes. Our Mooloolaba clinic has Psychologists who work with children and teenagers.
Do you have minimal wait times?
Yes. We currently have minimal wait times across parts of our Sunshine Coast child and teen Psychology team. Availability changes, so our client support team can check the earliest suitable option.
Do you have Child Psychologists in Caloundra?
Yes. We have Psychologists and mental health practitioners consulting with children and teenagers from our Caloundra clinic.
Can a Psychologist help with ADHD or Autism?
Yes. Selected practitioners support children and teenagers with ADHD and Autism, and some appropriately trained Psychologists also provide formal assessment services.
Do you offer learning and dyslexia assessments?
Selected Psychologists provide cognitive and learning assessments where dyslexia, dyscalculia or other specific learning difficulties are suspected.
Can parents be involved in the Psychology process?
Parent involvement depends on the child’s age, presenting concerns, therapeutic approach and clinical needs.
Do you offer online Child Psychology?
Telehealth is available with selected practitioners where clinically appropriate.
Minimal wait times
Child & Teen Psychology with Minimal Wait Times
We currently have appointments available without a long waitlist. Tell us your child or teenager’s age, what you would like help with and whether Mooloolaba, Caloundra or telehealth suits you best.
Professional registrationAHPRA Registered PsychologistsPsychologists on our team hold registration with the Psychology Board of Australia through AHPRA.
Eligible referralsMedicare Rebates May ApplyEligible clients may claim Medicare rebates with a valid referral and an eligible practitioner.
NDIS fundingSelf-Managed & Plan-ManagedEligible services may be accessed using relevant self-managed or plan-managed NDIS funding.
Clinically reviewed for general health-information accuracy by Suzi Le Fanue, Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science), Naturopath. Last reviewed September 2026.