Psychological Services in Burleigh Heads: At-Home and Telehealth
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Mental Health Support in Burleigh Heads
Therapy Near Me provides trusted psychology, counselling, NDIS behaviour support, social work, and support coordination in Burleigh Heads, with at-home visits bringing care directly to clients and telehealth offering flexible access for anyone on the Gold Coast. Our NDIS behaviour support includes Functional Behaviour Assessments and Positive Behaviour Support Plans for eligible participants. There are no waitlists and no referral is required to get started. Telehealth is available Australia-wide for clients who prefer to connect remotely.
Available: Telehealth Australia-wide. across Burleigh Heads and the southern Gold Coast, subject to practitioner’s availability.
Format: Video, phone, or at-home visits
Funding: Medicare rebates and NDIS funding may be available for eligible clients. Private sessions are also available.
Not suitable for: Emergencies or immediate crisis situations. If you are in immediate danger, call 000.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 000. For 24/7 mental health crisis support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467. These services are free, confidential, and available around the clock.
Mental Health and Access to Care in Burleigh Heads
Burleigh Heads had 10,572 residents at the 2021 Census, with a median age of 42. Around 21.7% of residents were aged 65 or over. The suburb combines detached housing with a substantial apartment sector: 46.7% of occupied private dwellings were flats or apartments, while 30.8% were lone-person households. These features make appointment format, physical accessibility and privacy relevant considerations, although age, apartment living or living alone does not indicate that a person has a mental-health condition.
The strongest mental-health indicator available specifically for Burleigh Heads comes from the 2021 Census. It found that 810 residents, or 7.7% of the population, reported a long-term mental-health condition, including depression or anxiety. This is not a current prevalence estimate for anxiety, depression or psychological distress. It does not capture every person experiencing short-term symptoms, seeking support or living with an undiagnosed condition.
Affordability may affect access for some households. In 2021, 33.5% of occupied Burleigh Heads dwellings were rented, and 40.0% of renter households were paying more than 30% of household income in rent. At the wider Gold Coast level, the regional health-needs assessment identifies access to affordable psychologists and psychiatrists as a consistent service gap and reports that public, private and non-government mental-health services are under capacity pressure. These findings apply to the Gold Coast region and should not be presented as proof of a particular waiting time or psychologist shortage within Burleigh Heads.
Telehealth may help some residents reduce travel and parking requirements, manage mobility or caring responsibilities, and access practitioners with particular clinical experience. It can also provide an alternative where appointment times need to fit around employment or family commitments. Telehealth is not appropriate for every person, assessment or clinical situation, and privacy, technology, personal preference and clinical risk must be considered.
Residents can discuss routine concerns with a GP. Gold Coast Health provides public mental-health assessment through 1300 MH CALL on 1300 64 22 55. The likely nearest major acute pathway is Robina Hospital, which includes a mental-health Crisis Stabilisation Unit, while community mental-health services are available through Gold Coast Health locations including Palm Beach. Therapy Near Me does not replace GPs, psychiatrists, hospitals, public mental-health teams or crisis services. Anyone in immediate danger should call 000. Lifeline provides 24-hour crisis support on 13 11 14.
Psychology and Counselling Services in Burleigh Heads
Our team provides evidence-based psychology and counselling across a broad range of presentations. At-home visits are available across Burleigh Heads and surrounding areas. Telehealth is available Australia-wide.
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Anxiety Therapy
Evidence-based support for anxiety disorders, panic, and social anxiety.
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Depression Support
Psychological care for persistent low mood, depressive episodes, and burnout.
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Trauma and PTSD
Trauma-informed therapy including EMDR and trauma-focused CBT.
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ADHD Support
Psychology for children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD.
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Autism Support
Psychological support and behaviour support for autistic individuals across all ages. Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBA) and Positive Behaviour Support Plans (PBSP) available.
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Child and Teen Therapy
Age-appropriate psychological support for children and young people, including school refusal, emotional regulation, and developmental concerns.
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Relationship Counselling
Individual and couples counselling for relationship, communication, and family difficulties.
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NDIS Psychology and Behaviour Support
Telehealth and at-home psychology and behaviour support for eligible NDIS participants.
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EAP Psychology
Employee Assistance Programme psychology for eligible employees.
Evidence-Based Therapy Approaches
The therapeutic approach used in your sessions is determined by your presenting concerns, your goals, and what your practitioner recommends following an initial assessment. Our practitioners work within evidence-based frameworks. Approaches that may be drawn upon include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapies such as EMDR, and mindfulness-based approaches, among others.
The specific approach used will depend on the practitioner you are matched with and what is most appropriate for your individual situation. Your practitioner will explain their recommended approach and why it suits your circumstances.
Who We Support in Burleigh Heads
Our practitioners have experience supporting individuals across a broad range of presentations common in Burleigh Heads and the surrounding community:
Medicare Rebates and NDIS Support
Medicare
Eligible clients with a valid GP Mental Health Treatment Plan or eligible referral may be able to claim Medicare rebates when they see an eligible registered psychologist. Medicare rebates do not apply to every session type or every practitioner type. Your GP, psychiatrist, or paediatrician determines referral eligibility.
NDIS
Eligible NDIS participants may be able to use their plan funding for psychology, counselling, or behaviour support services delivered via telehealth or at-home visits, where the support is reasonable and necessary, related to their disability support needs, and included under the relevant funding category. Therapy Near Me can support self-managed and plan-managed participants.
WorkCover
Therapy Near Me can provide psychological support for WorkCover clients managing work-related psychological injury or illness. Claims require approval from the relevant authority and a referral from your treating doctor before sessions can begin. Contact our intake team on 1800 632 763 to discuss the referral process.
Private Sessions
Private psychology sessions are available without a referral from $145. Visit our Fees and Rebates page or call 1800 632 763 for current pricing.
Meet Our Mental Health Support Practitioners
Our team includes registered psychologists and accredited practitioners with experience supporting adults, young people, and families across a range of presentations, and includes practitioners with multilingual capabilities and culturally responsive practice approaches.
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Victoria is an NDIS-approved behaviour support practitioner with extensive experience supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, ADHD, and complex behaviours. She develops evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support plans and works closely with families and support teams.
Service Area: Telehealth
Availability: 7 days a week
Psychologist
Ross has over 25 years’ experience as a psychologist across a number of industries in both the public and private sectors. He provides psychological support for presentations including depression, anxiety, phobias, work-related stress, post-traumatic stress, autism, ADHD, substance abuse, addictions, sleep disorders, workplace conflict, relationship difficulties, financial difficulties, grief and loss, pain management, vocational guid
AHPRA Number: PSY0001373322
Service Area: Telehealth
Availability: Monday to Thursday, 8am to 5pm
Behaviour Analyst
Mohamed is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst with a Master’s in Professional Behaviour Analysis and international experience in autism and developmental disabilities. He specialises in Functional Behaviour Assessments, Positive Behaviour Support plans, and parent training.
Credentials: Board Certified Behaviour Analyst / BCBA
Service Area: Telehealth
Availability: Friday
Psychologist
Nadia is a bilingual English and Spanish psychologist with more than 7 years’ clinical and hospital experience. She is trained in CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches, and supports adults aged 18+ with trauma, anxiety, and mood difficulties.
AHPRA Number: PSY0002124836
Service Area: Telehealth
Availability: Tuesday
Psychologist
Alyson is a trauma-informed psychologist with more than 15 years’ experience across TAFE, headspace, private practice, and community services. She holds a BSc in Psychology, a BA in Anthropology, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology, and is a Board-Approved Supervisor.
AHPRA Number: PSY0001911815
Service Area: Gold Coast and Telehealth
Availability: Tuesday and Thursday, after 5pm
Counsellor and Social Worker
Jimmy is an ACA-registered counsellor and social worker with more than 10 years’ frontline experience in disability, aged care, trauma, and community mental health. He holds a Bachelor of Social Work and is completing a Master of Counselling.
Registration: ACA Level 2 Member, Membership No. 22399
Service Area: Telehealth
Availability: Weekdays
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Lidija is an NDIS behaviour support practitioner with a Diploma of Counselling, Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs, and advanced training in NLP and hypnotherapy. She has strong experience in disability and community services, blending behaviour support with counselling and mindset coaching.
Service Area: Telehealth
Availability: 7 days a week
Psychologist
Ana supports children, adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression and mood concerns, adjustment difficulties, life transitions, workplace stress and emotional regulation challenges. Her approach is evidence-based, practical, culturally responsive and collaborative.
AHPRA Number: PSY0004010699
Service Area: Telehealth
Availability: Monday and Tuesday
Areas We Reach From Burleigh Heads
Therapy Near Me provides telehealth psychology Australia-wide and at-home visits across Burleigh Heads and surrounding areas, subject to practitioner availability:
- Burleigh Heads
- Burleigh Waters
- Miami
- Tallebudgera
- Mermaid Beach via telehealth
- Palm Beach via telehealth
- Currumbin via telehealth
- Robina via at-home
- Varsity Lakes via telehealth
- Broadbeach via telehealth
Telehealth sessions are available Australia-wide, so clients anywhere in Queensland or beyond can access psychology services without travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Therapy Near Me have a clinic in Burleigh Heads?
There is no fixed Therapy Near Me clinic in Burleigh Heads. Our practitioners provide at-home visits across Burleigh Heads and the southern Gold Coast, subject to practitioner availability, and telehealth is available Australia-wide. No referral is required.
Do I need a GP referral to book?
No. You can book directly at therapynearme.com.au or by calling 1800 632 763. A GP Mental Health Treatment Plan or eligible referral is required only if you want to claim Medicare rebates.
Do you provide NDIS behaviour support in Burleigh Heads?
Yes. Therapy Near Me provides Functional Behaviour Assessments and Positive Behaviour Support Plans for eligible NDIS participants in Burleigh Heads and surrounding areas, delivered at-home or via telehealth.
Which public mental-health service covers Burleigh Heads?
Burleigh Heads is within the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service catchment. Public mental-health assessment and advice can be accessed through 1300 MH CALL on 1300 64 22 55. The likely nearest major acute mental-health site is Robina Hospital, which includes a Crisis Stabilisation Unit. Gold Coast Health determines the appropriate pathway according to age, urgency, clinical need and service eligibility. In an immediate emergency, call 000.
What does a session cost?
Private sessions from $145. NDIS sessions from $195. Where Medicare rebates apply under a valid GP referral, your out-of-pocket cost may be lower. Visit our Fees and Rebates page or call 1800 632 763 for current pricing.
Can clients from Miami, Burleigh Waters, or Tallebudgera access services?
Yes. At-home visits cover Burleigh Heads and surrounding suburbs including Miami, Burleigh Waters, and Tallebudgera, subject to practitioner availability. Telehealth is available Australia-wide.
Can telehealth make psychology easier to access from Burleigh Heads?
Telehealth may reduce travel and parking requirements and help some residents arrange sessions around employment, caring responsibilities or mobility limitations. It may also widen the choice of practitioners beyond those physically located in Burleigh Heads. Telehealth is not appropriate for every person or clinical situation, and privacy, technology, assessment requirements, preference and clinical risk should be considered.
Do all the mental-health statistics on this page apply directly to Burleigh Heads?
No. The population, age, housing, rental and 7.7% long-term mental-health-condition figures come directly from the ABS Burleigh Heads Suburb and Locality geography. Findings about affordable psychologists, service capacity and emergency presentations apply to the wider Gold Coast region. They must not be presented as Burleigh Heads workforce, waiting-time or prevalence estimates.
Therapy Near Me Burleigh Heads, QLD
AHPRA-registered psychologists in Burleigh Heads for personalized mental health care. We offer evidence-based therapy sessions across the Burleigh Heads CBD and surrounding suburbs, providing a supportive environment through secure telehealth.
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