If untreated, PTSD can have a significant impact on one’s life, causing ongoing problems, including relationship problems, physical conditions (headaches and fatigue), sleep problems, difficulty working/working too much, and other mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression or substance abuse.
Opening Hours :
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm + Sat 8am-1pm
We believe that talking to a Psychologist is for everyone.
We help you by providing evidenced-based therapy and mind tools to help you thrive.
Our team of Sunshine Coast Psychologists can help you to overcome challenges in your life using up-to-date treatment approaches.
Whether you are anxious, sad, grieving, needing support with a child, having relationship issues or are overwhelmed we are here for you. We are here for you.
We aim to help people live a happier, healthier and more meaningful life. We do this by helping them understand why they (and others) think, feel and behave in the ways they do. And ultimately provide therapeutic treatment and clinical psychology tools to help them to cope more effectively with life challenges.
We offer psychologist and counselling services across the Sunshine Coast in Caloundra, Noosa and Mooloolaba clinic or online via telehealth.
We currently have minimal wait times with our Psychology Team with 3 locations near you in Sunshine Coast, so you can be seen sooner.
Generally within the week!
Why Choose one of our Sunshine Coast Psychologist's?
Right-fit Psychologist Process
Its important that you are matched correctly. Our Sunshine Coast Psychologists work together with our admin team to ensure you are matched with the right Psychologist for you.
3 Sunshine Coast Psychology Locations
We have 3 easy to find locations across the Sunshine Coast in Mooloolaba, Caloundra, Noosaville and we consult online.
Down-to-earth friendly Psychologists
We frequently receive feedback that our team are warm, friendly and welcoming. We aim to use minimal jargon and maximum kindness!
Children & Child Psychology
The Sunshine Coast offers a wealth of resources for children and families seeking psychological support.
Psychologists specializing in child development can address various concerns, including:
- Anxiety and depression: Helping children understand and manage their emotions.
- Learning difficulties: Assessing and supporting children’s educational needs.
- Social skills development: Fostering social interaction and communication skills.
- Behavioral problems: Addressing challenging behaviors and promoting positive play.
Some counselling areas and services Provided from our Sunshine Coast Psychology Qld team can support:
Anxiety
Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in Australia. There are many different treatments available and our experienced team will work closely with you to support you to better health. We offer a broad range of techniques such as CBT and ACT to help you.
Anger management
Unmanaged and ongoing anger creates problems for you and others around you and can significantly impact your health, your relationships and your life. Anger can also get in the way of dealing with problems effectively and can, in fact, make the problem worse.
Our team of Sunshine Coast Psychologists are trained in providing psychological support if you feel your anger is out of control. Your psychologist works with you to assess if your anger is a problem and helps you identify the triggers and early warning signs of your anger. You will learn how to express your anger in other ways that enable you to live a healthy and happy life.
Children's Psychology
There are a number of different techniques that can be used with children to deal with mental health conditions and other psychological and behavioural issues. These tend to be used to help children to develop emotional regulation, resilience, confidence, relaxation and relationship skills.
Depression
Depression, also known as major depressive disorder or clinical depression, is one of the most common mental health disorders in Australia. Fortunately, with the right support, depression is a highly treatable condition.
The cause of depression is multifactorial, meaning there may be genetic, biological, psychological, social and environmental factors contributing. Major life trauma, stress and change can be a trigger for depression. People with chronic disease, such as cancer, heart disease and other debilitating illnesses are at an increased risk of depression, as are those with a family history of depression.
Our Sunshine Coast psychologists understand the daily struggles of living with depression. There are varying severities, but importantly therapy has been shown to be an effective method of treating depression.
Grief & Loss
Many people find that talking to others can help the healing process, and the support of family and friends is integral. Professional help is available and recommended if your feelings of grief and loss are intense and long-lasting, if you feel overwhelmed with pain or as though you will never recover from your grief, if you are avoiding/finding it hard to grieve, or if you find it hard to participate in day-to-day activities.
Professional support, such as seeing a Psychologist, can help you to move through the grieving process and thus allow you to move forward. Seeking support early is important as long-term or overwhelming grief can significantly impact your overall health, however, seeking support at any stage, no matter how long ago you experienced loss, can provide relief. Our Sunshine Coast Psychology are here to support you.
OCD
If you are experiencing symptoms of OCD and find that they are affecting your work, school, or home life, our Psychologist Sunshine Coast team are here to help. Our Psychologists are empathetic, non-judgmental and confidential. CBT has been shown to be an effective tool for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
Postnatal Depression
Becoming a parent involves a roller coaster of emotions such as excitement, joy, stress, anxiety and apprehension. Emotional distress, also known as the ‘baby blues’, is common during the first few days after giving birth, causing new mothers to feel overly sensitive, teary, overwhelmed and moody. For most women, this experience is a normal part of the process and should dissipate within a few days. If these feelings are affecting your day-to-day functioning or have still not lifted after a few weeks, it is worth speaking to a trusted healthcare professional about support that is available.
Seeking support early is important, as postnatal depression and anxiety can impact not only your mental wellbeing, but also your relationship with your partner and your baby. Plus, it can be an extremely overwhelming and isolating experience as you try to cope with your own symptoms as well as adjusting to and caring for a new baby (and sometimes other children). Postnatal depression is nothing to be ashamed of and there is nothing “wrong” with you. It is important to remember that postnatal depression is a temporary medical condition and fortunately, with the right support, it is treatable.
PTSD
We work collaboratively with you to develop and implement effective treatments that enable you to manage and recover from PTSD. Specific psychological treatments that have been proven to benefit those with PTSD include trauma-focused cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), and exposure therapy.
We have numerous psychologists that have a keen interest in the area of PTSD. Contact us to work out who would be best for your needs.
Psychological Assessments
Our team of highly trained and friendly Psychologists are able to offer an array of assessments. Including (but not limited to):
- Complete Psychological assessments- inc
luding for Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Acute and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder, Dissociative Disorders and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and ADHD in both children and adults. - Children’s social, emotional, language and cognitive functioning (all aspects of child developmental assessments)
- Medico-legal assessments
- Stress investigations
- Cognitive functioning assessments
- IQ Tests (Children and adults)
- Needs assessment
- Vocational assessment
- Personality assessment
- Parenting Styles assessment
Relationship Counselling
Whether you feel as though your relationship is truly on the rocks and couples counselling is your last shot, or you simply know that your connection and partnership could be enhanced with professional support, our dedicated team of psychologists can help you.
Psychologist Ambrose is well versed in the area of relationship counselling.
Social Anxiety
A psychologist or counsellor can provide professional support to help you understand the condition and implement and practise specific evidence-based techniques that will enable you to manage your social anxiety and bring about lasting change. This may include developing skills and techniques for managing anxiety, simple lifestyle changes, and using psychological therapies such as mindfulness techniques and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
Stress
It is common to feel like there is no end to chronic stress, however, there are a number of treatment approaches that have been proven to effectively reduce and manage stress. It is often not as simple as saying “stress less”. Rather, a thorough approach to stress management will enable you to feel empowered to identify and manage stressors and stress, ensuring you can lead a balanced life that supports your overall health and wellbeing.
Psychology therapy has been shown to be an effective tool to help with coping with everyday stress and well as complex and chronic stress. Please reach out to our Sunshine Coast Psychology team and we can assist you in finding the best fit psychologist for you.
Bulk Builling Psychology in Sunshine Coast
For those on a budget, not many psychologists on the Sunshine Coast offer bulk billing services.
For a limited number of people who meet an eligibility criteria,This means that the Medicare rebate covers the cost of your appointment, and you will not have to pay anything out of pocket.
Our Friendly & Experienced Counselling and Psychology Sunshine Coast Team
We offer empathetic, non-judgemental, open mind and caring support through constructive and evidence-based strategies in a clinic space that is warm, inclusive and welcoming in mind.
Regularly we help with Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, PTSD, Career change, and Marriage Counselling just to name a few areas.
If you or someone you know is ‘on the fence’ about chatting to a psychologist, we encourage you to give our friendly team a call to see our we can support your individual circumstances and recommend a psychologist that is best suited to you.
Finding the Best Psychologist
With so many qualified psychologists available, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming. Consider your specific needs and goals when making your decision. Some factors to consider include:
- Specialization: Do they specialize in your specific concern? (e.g., anxiety, depression, child development)
- Therapeutic approach: Do they utilize a therapeutic approach that aligns with your preferences? (e.g., CBT, ACT, psychodynamic therapy)
- Location: Do they have a convenient location near you?
- Availability: Do they have appointments available within your timeframe?
Comprehensive Psychology Services
Beyond individual therapy, many Sunshine Coast psychologists offer a wide range of services, including:
- Couples therapy: Supporting couples in navigating relationship challenges.
- Family therapy: Addressing concerns within the family dynamic.
- Group therapy: Providing a supportive environment for individuals with similar experiences.
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT): A structured therapy approach to address unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors.
- Mindfulness training: Cultivating awareness and acceptance to manage stress and improve emotional regulation.
Counselling Services
Psychologists on the Sunshine Coast also offer valuable counselling services for individuals facing various life challenges, such as:
- Grief and loss: Providing support during difficult times of loss.
- Trauma: Helping individuals heal from traumatic experiences.
- Life transitions: Adjusting to significant changes such as career shifts or retirement.
- Personal growth: Exploring and developing self-understanding and emotional awareness.
Meet our Psychologist Sunshine Coast Team
Our Psychologists support and provide Psychology services to
children, adolescents, adults and couples.
Our Sunshine Coast Psychology team are located in Mooloolaba, Caloundra and Noosaville.
Anu Johnson
Mooloolaba + Online
Adults, teens & children
ADHD Assessments, EMDR
Ambrose McKinnery
Mooloolaba + Online
Couples & adults
Bre Elder
Noosaville
Adults
Sheena Smith
Mooloolaba & Caloundra
Adolescents & adults
Danielle Giffin
Mooloolaba & Noosa
Adults & adolescents
EMDR
Stuart Le Marseny
Caloundra + Online
Children, adolescents & adults
Melissa Ferriday
Mooloolaba & Caloundra
Children, adolescents & adults
Claire Findlay
Mooloolaba + Online
Adolescents & Adults
Irene Warren
Mooloolaba & Caloundra
Children, teens, adults
Michael Stone
Mooloolaba Adults & adolescents + ADHD Assessments
Not sure who would be the best psychologist for your needs?
Contact us and we can help match you!
Integrated Wellness Psychology Clinics & Centre
The Sunshine Coast offers a diverse range of psychology clinics and centres, each offering unique services and specialties. You can find our clinics in various locations Like Caloundra ,Mooloolaba & Noosa, ensuring convenient access to the right professional for your needs.
See a Psychologist at locations:
Where to find our Sunshine Coast Psychologists Location
CALOUNDRA PSYCHOLOGISTS
Branch: Caloundra
Address:
Shop 7/51-55 Bulcock St,
Caloundra, QLD, 4551
Phone: (07) 5458 4800
Business Hours:
Monday 9am–5:00pm
Tuesday 9am–5:00pm
Wednesday 9am–5:00pm
Thursday 9am–5:00pm
Friday-Sunday Closed
MOOLOOLABA PSYCHOLOGISTS
Branch: Mooloolaba
Address:
Level 5 /505, 45 Brisbane Rd,
Mooloolaba, QLD, 4557
Phone: (07) 5458 4800
Business Hours:
Monday 9am–5:30pm
Tuesday 9am–5:30pm
Wednesday 9am–5:30pm
Thursday 9am–5:30pm
Friday 9am–5:30pm
Saturday 8am–1pm
Sunday Closed
Evening upon request.
NOOSAVILLE PSYCHOLOGISTS
Branch: Noosaville
Address: 4/6 Swanbourne Way,
Noosaville QLD 4566
Phone: (07) 5458 4800
Business Hours:
Monday 9am–5:00pm
Tuesday 9am–5:00pm
Wednesday 9am–5:00pm
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Frequently asked questions about Psychology
No you don’t. Many of our patients see us without a referral. But if you would like to access medicare rebates you will need to see a doctor first. Contact us for specific questions.
People who are eligible for a mental health care plan can receive up to 10 individual or group therapy sessions covered under Medicare in one calendar year. Once these have been used, there are other incentives through medicare that you may be eligible for such as an Enhanced Primary Care Plan (EPC).
We do offer a limited number of bulk billing sessions (subject to criteria)
A mental health care plan is a plan that your GP writes about treating and managing a mental health condition.
It enables you to access certain allied health professionals, such as psychologists, social workers or occupational therapists who can provide you with psychological support.
Mental health care plans are a part of the Better Access initiative, which aims to improve access to mental health care services through Medicare. Read More
We are one of the only private psychology practices on the Sunshine Coast that has allocated bulk billing. This number is limited, however, we do our best to accomodate. For a limited number of people who meet an eligibility criteria, we may be able to provide 100% Medicare bulk billed sessions (with a doctors referral). Please call the clinic to discuss.
The out of pocket per session is $102.10 if you have a mental health care plan, the full fee is $195 per session, currently (July 2023) Medicare will rebate you $92.90. This is lower than the recommended fees set by the APS and in line with most psychology clinics on the Sunshine Coast. You do not need a mental health care plan to see a psychologist, but it does alter medicare rebates. If you are experiencing financial hardship and cannot meet this out of pocket we encourage you to call the clinic the discuss on (07) 5458 4800 as we aim to make our services accessible to all.
Yes you can if you are self managed or plan managed.
We have Psychologists who are specially trained and experienced in all ages Toddlers, Children, Teenagers and Adults.
We accept credit card (No Amex), EFTPOS, cash in clinic. For interstate clients we take credit card payments. For overseas clients we accept PayPal.
Yes we do. For full fee psychology paying clients, we can easily offer confidential online consultations. You may also be eligible for medicare rebates by consulting online with a mental health care plan from your doctor.
Yes, for information regarding this it is best to contact the clinic to discuss. From there we can discuss your needs with one of our psychologists.
If you are wondering which psychologist would be best for you, please reach out. Our support team is very welcoming and would be delighted to help you find the right Psychologist for you!
