Frequently Asked Questions

Information for New Clients

For those who are new to the Sunshine Coast Psychology Clinic, we have compiled some useful information regarding making appointments and available funding packages.

Making Appointments

To make an appointment, please phone our friendly admin team at our Maroochydore Clinic on 07 5370 8858 or Sippy Downs Clinic on 07 5309 6128. Alternatively, you may also use the Request an Appointment button to the top right of the website or fill out our enquiry form. Either way, we will be in touch as soon as possible.

Once you have spoken to our admin team you will be asked to fill out either an adult or child intake and consent form which will be sent to you with our welcome email. Please complete and send this back to us before your appointment to save valuable time at the initial consultation.

 


Payment & Funding Packages

Payment is required at the time of your appointment. We have EFTPOS facilities at the clinic so that it is easier for you to claim your rebate.

 


Cancellation Policy

 

Unfortunately, late cancellations impact 3 parties. You, since your therapy progress is delayed. Another person on our waitlist needing to access treatment, & your psychologist who has set that time aside for you and prepared for your session. 

Clients who fail to provide at least 24 hours’ notice to cancel will incur a fee of 50% of the cost. Clients who do not provide any notice will incur a fee of 100% and will not be able to access further service until the fee is paid. Clients who repeatedly cancel will be placed back on the waiting list. 

 


Telehealth 

Appointments can be face-to-face or by telehealth. Face-to-face and telehealth sessions are both 50 minutes. Telehealth sessions instructions and an invitation with the relevant link are emailed to you before the appointment and you are kindly asked to pay the fee prior to your session.


Mental Health Care Rebate

If your GP deems you eligible for a Mental Health Treatment Plan, you will receive a rebate each session, for up to 10 sessions per calendar year. You will be required to see your GP for a review after the sixth session, whereupon another 4 sessions may be approved at the discretion of your GP. Please bring a copy of the plan with you to the initial consultation or ask your GP to forward it to the clinic. Please ask our admin team about our current fee structure to determine your out-of-pocket expenses.


Private Health Cover

Many private health companies cover psychology services under their extras policy. You will need to contact them directly to determine your gap payment.

 

NATIONAL DISABILITY INSURANCE SCHEME (NDIS)

The Sunshine Coast Psychology Clinic is pleased to be able to offer services under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). 

NDIS also allows families of children with autism to access funding for counselling and some group therapy and relevant resources. Our team will be able to work with you to navigate the system.

We will request that you pay your fee at the time of the consultation and organise your reimbursement with NDIS.

Still have questions? Call us on 07 5309 6128 or email us at info@scpc.net.au.

Therapy for Individuals

Our dynamic, highly qualified, and experienced team of professionals provide a personalised counselling service in a confidential, relaxed, and non-judgemental environment.

Confidential Individual Counselling

Individual counselling services are designed to help you or any member of your family work through personal and emotional concerns with the utmost confidentiality. Our psychologists understand that each client is unique, and we approach every individual with personalised care and attention.

As highly qualified and experienced professionals in the field of psychological counselling, we create collaborative counsellor-client relationships, focusing on building psychological strengths and increasing well-being. We work together with you to address difficulties, empowering you to take control of your life. Through gaining new perspectives, insights, and understanding, you can learn to think in new ways, manage challenging emotions effectively, and develop new coping strategies.

Qualified & Experienced Staff

Our team has diverse range of qualifications and experience with significant skills and knowledge in the following:

  • Counselling adults, adolescents, and children across a range of areas including depression, perinatal anxiety/depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma
  • Working with neurodiverse children with autism and ADHD in individual and group settings
  • Providing the Secret Agent Society (SAS) social skills program
  • Attachment parenting & Circle of Security
  • Educational & Developmental Psychology
  • Play therapy
  • Psychotherapy
  • Group programs, including the Secret Agent Society (SAS) social skills program
  • Assessment of intelligence, achievement, autism, ADHD, and behaviour
  • Supervision of other psychologists
  • Education and training for organisations and groups

Common Issues

Common Childhood Issues 

We address a number of childhood issues, including parenting challenges, learning difficulties, emotional regulation, anxiety disorders, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bullying, behavioural problems, social skills, autism, as well as ADHD (inattentive and/or hyperactive).

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Common Adult Psychological Issues

Anxiety and depression are common human experiences that can affect anyone. Adults come to therapy for a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, grief, personality disorders, autism, and ADHD. Our psychologists provide evidence-based therapy to help adults achieve their mental health goals.

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Case Studies

Meet Andrew, Molly, and Naomi. Andrew's mum was concerned that he might have ADHD, which turned out to be something else. Molly recently had her first child and moved to a new area and developed perinatal depression. Naomi suffered from panic attacks. All were successfully supported with evidence-based therapeutic approaches from the team at SCPC. 

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At Your Service

We offer a warm, friendly, and conveniently located environment where you can relax and share your concerns in complete confidence. However, if you have mobility issues or live too far away, we offer telehealth sessions for your convenience.

Call us today on 07 5309 6128.