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Based in Gold Coast and Brisbane South (Mt Gravatt), we provide confidential and affordable psychology services to those in need. Our psychologists can help you, your child and your family cope with a wide range of mental health issues.
Our services are provided by Master of Clinical Psychology students completing their year-long placement at the clinics. These students have completed their Undergraduate degree and Honours year in Psychology and they are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA) as provisionally registered psychologists. They provide their services under specific guidance and supervision of experienced psychologists that are board-approved supervisors for the purpose of ensuring quality of services delivered to the public. We welcome you to contact us to find out if our services are suited to your needs.
* In the wake of the ongoing Coronavirus situation, patient and practitioner safety and support remain our highest priority. If you have been feeling unwell or have been diagnosed with Coronavirus, we encourage you to re-book your appointment after clearance from a medical professional.
Contact us
Gold Coast: Level 4, Ian O'Connor building (G40), Gold Coast, Cnr Parklands Drive and Olsen Avenue, Southport QLD 4215
Mt Gravatt: Level 1, Building M24, Brisbane South (Mt Gravatt), 176 Messines Ridge Road, QLD, 4122
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (AEST)
Reception Hours: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (AEST)
Individual therapy
Group therapy
Learning assessments
Evidence-based programs
Individual therapy
You can choose between structured treatment programs or flexible programs where your therapist will work with you to identify modules that best suit your needs. All ages (child, adolescent, adult) are welcome. No diagnosis or referral is necessary, although with a referral you may be eligible for Medicare or private health insurance rebates.
Group therapy
We offer a range of group therapy options for adults and children. The adult programs focus on practicing mindfulness, as well as dealing with the struggles of daily life.
Our child programs focus on helping children deal with anxiety and improve their social skills. Our Child Anxiety program is for children 8–11 years. The Kids Connect program is for children 8–11 years, with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to help them learn social skills.
Assessments
A variety of assessment options are available for adults and children. Cognitive or learning assessments focus on areas such as academic achievements and learning disabilities. Diagnostic assessments can be completed during therapy sessions for those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Clinical Trials
We offer a range of clinical trials, designed to assess and manage a wide range of learning and behavioural disorders in children. Our clinical trials provide evidence-based treatments for children, adolescence and their families with OCD, anxiety and phobias.
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Telehealth appointments
Telehealth consultations allow you to receive the same level of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention aspects that you'd receive with face-to-face consultations, over the internet, in the convenience of your own home.
Our experienced psychologists use the latest research and practices to help children, adolescence and adults cope with a range of mental health issues. Our clinic is open to the public and no referrals are required.
Our psychologists can help you with:
- individual therapy
- group therapy
- OCD and phobias
- autism spectrum disorder and ADHD
- grief and anxiety
- social skills and relationships
- diagnostic assessments
Initial consultation
During the first session your psychologist will provide you with information about confidentiality and consent. Your psychologist will discuss your reasons for wanting to attend therapy and then together you will develop goals for treatment. Some first sessions may last for 1.5 hours, and all future sessions will go for 1 hour. At the end of the first session, you will be asked for feedback on how well your therapist has listened to you and understood your concerns.
Type | Fee |
Registered Psychologist General* | $175 |
Registered Psychologist Clinical* | $215 |
Provisionally Registered (Intern) | $30 |
Cognitive Assessment (Registered Psychologist) | $1400 - $1600 |
Cognitive Assessment (Intern) | $400 total |
*Clients who hold a Mental Health Care Plan will be eligible for a Medicare rebate
Cognitive assessment includes initial session, assessment sessions, report and a feedback session. Medicare rebates not available on assessments.
Clinical trials
Childhood Anxiety
Our Childhood Anxiety Disorders Research Program assesses and treats children with high levels of anxiety, using well-researched diagnostic and assessment tools and evidence-based treatments.
Pre-schoolers Overcoming Phobias
This free program consists of assessment and treatment for children ages 3 to 5 years with a specific phobia. It aims to learn more about the course of childhood fears in young children, and involves testing a novel, brief intervention for childhood phobias.
OCD Busters
The Griffith University Paediatric OCD Research Program provides assessment and state-of-the-art evidence-based, cognitive-behavioural treatment (group and individual format) for children and youth with OCD spectrum disorders.
The BRAVE Program
The BRAVE programs are evidenced-based, online, cognitive-behavioural programs aimed at treating anxiety in young children, primary school aged children and adolescents. The BRAVE programs are free to all Australian families and are the result of 20 years of research that has provided strong evidence for their efficacy.
Family Interaction Program
The Family Interaction Program (FIP) is a specialist parenting service and research group that has been working closely with the Queensland Government and families since 2002. FIP provides a diversity of parenting programs to the local community.
Getting there: Gold Coast
Level 4, Ian O'Connor building (G40), Gold Coast, Cnr Parklands Drive and Olsen Avenue, Southport QLD 4215
Public transport
The Griffith Health Clinics are located within a short walking distance from the Gold Coast University Hospital G:Link stop. The service runs from Helensvale to Broadbeach South and is a reliable and convenient transport option.
Please visit G-Link for all stop locations, tickets and timetables.
Parking
There is limited casual parking available on campus—please allow plenty of time before your appointment to find parking. Where possible, we encourage you to consider alternative transport options or park in the Gold Coast Hospital Parking (see below). If you have any special parking requirements, please discuss this when you make your booking.
Paid parking at the Gold Coast University Hospital
The Gold Coast University Hospital is located directly across from the Griffith Health Clinics and has ample paid parking available. The 24-hour commercial multi-storey parking facility is a convenient option for those travelling to our Clinics.
Please visit Gold Coast University Hospital Secure parking.
Getting there: Brisbane South (Mt Gravatt)
Level 1, Building M24, Brisbane South (Mt Gravatt), 176 Messines Ridge Road, QLD, 4122
Parking
Once on campus, pass through the first roundabout and follow the road to the left and keep an eye out for signs labelled 'Psychology clinic'. Parking is available out the front of the clinic or alternatively in one of the paid parking options around the campus.
Transport options
View our transport and parking pages for all available travel options.