Psychological Services in Coolum: At-Home and Telehealth
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Mental Health Support in Coolum
Therapy Near Me provides trusted psychology, NDIS support, counselling, support coordination, social work, and behaviour support in Coolum. At-home visits bring practitioners directly to clients in this coastal community, and telehealth offers flexible access for residents across the wider Sunshine Coast. Our behaviour support team works with eligible NDIS participants on Functional Behaviour Assessments and Positive Behaviour Support Plans. No referral is required. Our practitioners support children, adults, families, and NDIS participants across a wide range of presentations.
Available: Telehealth Australia-wide. across Coolum and the northern Sunshine 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 Coolum
Coolum is commonly used as the local place name, although the official suburb and ABS geography is Coolum Beach. Coolum Beach had 9,152 residents at the 2021 Census, with a median age of 45. Approximately 21.9% of residents were aged under 20 and 21.4% were aged 65 or over. Almost one-quarter of occupied dwellings were lone-person households, while 11.2% of residents aged 15 and over provided unpaid assistance to someone with disability, illness or needs related to older age. These characteristics make child, family, adult, carer and older- person pathways relevant, without indicating that any individual necessarily requires mental-health treatment.
The strongest mental-health indicator available specifically for Coolum Beach comes from the 2021 Census. It found that 751 residents, or 8.2% 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 and does not include every person experiencing temporary symptoms, seeking support or living with an undiagnosed condition.
Affordability may affect access for some households. In 2021, 28.3% of occupied Coolum Beach dwellings were rented, and 41.4% of renter households were paying more than 30% of household income in rent. Major public community, hospital and youth mental-health services are also located outside the suburb, principally in Nambour, Maroochydore and Birtinya. Wider Sunshine Coast workforce data show comparatively strong psychologist availability at SA4 level, so they should not be used to claim that Coolum has too few psychologists. They also do not reveal local fees, capacity or waiting periods.
Telehealth may help some residents reduce travel and parking requirements or arrange appointments around employment and caring responsibilities. It may also broaden the choice of practitioners beyond those located nearby. Telehealth is not appropriate for every person, assessment or clinical situation, and privacy, technology, personal preference and clinical risk must be considered individually.
Public mental-health advice, assessment and crisis routing are available through 1300 MH CALL on 1300 64 22 55. Nambour Community and Mental Health provides specialist community services, and Nambour General Hospital provides acute inpatient mental-health care. Adults may also contact the Sunshine Coast Medicare Mental Health Centre, while headspace Maroochydore supports people aged 12-25. 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 Coolum
Our team provides evidence-based psychology and counselling across a broad range of presentations. At-home visits are available across Coolum 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 Coolum
Our practitioners have experience supporting individuals across a broad range of presentations common in Coolum 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: Gold Coast and Telehealth
Availability: Monday and Tuesday
Areas We Reach From Coolum
Therapy Near Me provides telehealth psychology Australia-wide and at-home visits across Coolum and surrounding areas, subject to practitioner availability:
- Coolum Beach
- Point Arkwright
- Yaroomba
- Mount Coolum
- Marcoola via telehealth
- Peregian Beach via telehealth
- Peregian Springs via telehealth
- Maroochydore via telehealth
- Sunshine Beach via telehealth
- Noosa 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 Coolum?
There is no fixed Therapy Near Me clinic in Coolum. At-home visits are available across Coolum and the northern Sunshine Coast, subject to practitioner availability, and telehealth is available Australia-wide.
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 Coolum?
Yes. Therapy Near Me provides Functional Behaviour Assessments and Positive Behaviour Support Plans for eligible NDIS participants in Coolum and surrounding areas, delivered at-home or via telehealth.
Which public mental-health service covers Coolum?
Coolum Beach is within the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service. The Continuing Care Team North, based in Nambour, covers areas north of the Maroochy River and is the most geographically relevant specialist adult community team identified in the published material. Access depends on clinical assessment and eligibility. Residents should call 1300 MH CALL on 1300 64 22 55 for advice, assessment and routing to the appropriate
service. 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 Peregian Beach, Marcoola, or Yaroomba access services?
Yes. At-home visits cover Coolum and surrounding suburbs including Yaroomba and Mount Coolum, subject to practitioner availability. Telehealth covers Peregian Beach, Marcoola, and the broader Sunshine Coast.
What free mental-health services are available near Coolum?
The Sunshine Coast Medicare Mental Health Centre at Birtinya offers free support for adults aged 18 and over without requiring an appointment, referral or Medicare card. headspace Maroochydore provides confidential, cost-free support for young people aged 12-25. Both are outside Coolum Beach, and their current hours, capacity and
suitability should be checked before attending.
Do all the statistics on this page apply directly to Coolum?
No. The population, age, household, caring, vehicle, rental and 8.2% long-term mental-health-condition figures apply directly to the ABS Coolum Beach Suburb and Locality. The Coolum Beach SA2 contains a larger population and must not be treated as the suburb. Workforce figures apply to the wider Sunshine Coast SA4, while Country to
Coast and Sunshine Coast Health findings apply to still larger regional service systems.
Therapy Near Me Coolum, QLD
AHPRA-registered psychologists in Coolum for personalized mental health care. We offer evidence-based therapy sessions across the Coolum CBD and surrounding suburbs, providing a supportive environment through secure telehealth.
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