Psychology
Child Psychology on the Gold Coast, at our Burleigh Waters clinic and by telehealth. We provide services to all children 0-18 years, with some support also available to young adults with disabilities.
Phone 07 5559 9888
How Psychology Can Help
Psychology support may be helpful for children and families who are experiencing challenges with:
- emotional regulation
- anxiety, worry or fears
- behaviour that is difficult to understand or manage
- big feelings, meltdowns or shutdowns
- family stress and wellbeing
- social and emotional development
- coping with change or transitions
- understanding a child’s strengths, needs and learning profile
Our approach is collaborative, family-centred and practical. We work alongside families to understand their values, experiences and goals, and to develop strategies that feel realistic for home, school and everyday life.
Psychological Assessment and Testing
Psychological assessments can help families better understand a child’s strengths, learning profile, behaviour, emotional wellbeing and support needs.
Our Psychologist can complete a range of assessments, including:
- Cognitive (IQ) assessments
- Academic and educational assessments
- ADHD assessments
- Social, emotional and behavioural assessments
- Adaptive functioning assessments
- Developmental and functional assessments
Our Psychologist can also contribute to multidisciplinary Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessments alongside other professionals. While an official ASD diagnosis must be made by a Paediatrician or Psychiatrist in Australia, psychological assessment provides valuable information to support the diagnostic process.
Assessment results are accompanied by practical recommendations to support children, families, schools and therapy teams.
Working Together as a Team
At My Therapy Space, psychology can work closely with our Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy and Dietetics teams where appropriate. This helps us provide more holistic support and ensures that everyone involved in a child’s care is working towards shared goals.
Where we see your child
- At our Burleigh Waters clinic in Treetops Square, 2 Classic Way.
- By telehealth, at home.
- Psychology is not offered at our Hope Island clinic.
Getting started
- Send a referral through our contact form, call 07 5559 9888 or come in and see reception. You do not need a letter from a GP; most families refer their child themselves.
- We send you an intake form about your child, what support they may need, and their strengths and interests.
- Our Directors read it and match your child with the therapist best suited to their needs. Some families have an intake meeting with a Director first to set goals together.
Depending on waitlists, a first appointment can be as soon as the next day.
Fees and funding
See Therapist Fees and Funding. We see clients with self-managed or plan-managed NDIS plans. Medicare rebates may apply with a GP or specialist referral, and eligible Medicare rebates can be claimed on the spot at reception. Families with private health extras cover may be able to claim a rebate; the Funding page explains each.
For a worked example, see What will I pay?
Our Psychologist accepts referrals under a Medicare Mental Health Treatment Plan (often called a Mental Health Care Plan). Ask your GP whether your child is eligible. With a plan, Medicare pays back part of the fee.
Our team
Our Psychologist is registered with Ahpra (the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency).
Questions families ask
Can you diagnose autism?
In Australia, an autism diagnosis must be made by a Paediatrician or Psychiatrist. Our Psychologist can contribute to multidisciplinary autism assessments, and our assessment gives the information that supports the diagnosis.
Do you do ADHD assessments?
Yes. ADHD assessments are one of the assessments our Psychologist completes.
Can I use a Mental Health Treatment Plan from my GP?
Yes. Our Psychologist accepts Medicare Mental Health Treatment Plan (Mental Health Care Plan) referrals. Medicare pays back part of each session’s fee; see Funding.
What happens after an assessment?
You receive the results with practical recommendations for your family, your child’s school and their therapy team.
Can Psychology work with my child’s other therapists?
Yes. Our Psychologist works closely with our Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy and Dietetics teams where appropriate.