Psychologist Varsity Lakes | Gold Coast
Varsity Lakes is a diverse, community-focused suburb with a significant student and young professional population — and a very real need for accessible, high-quality mental health support. At The Wellness Emporium, we support individuals from Varsity Lakes and across the southern Gold Coast with evidence-based psychology that looks at the full picture: your history, your nervous system, your relationships, and your goals.
In-person appointments are available at our nearby Burleigh Heads clinic, and telehealth consultations are available from home or campus — ideal for students and those with busy or unpredictable schedules.
What Does a Psychologist Do?
A psychologist is a trained mental health professional who supports individuals experiencing emotional, behavioural, and psychological challenges. At The Wellness Emporium, our registered psychologists and mental health workers use evidence-based practices alongside a holistic, individualised approach to support your mind, body, and soul.
Conditions Our Psychologists Support
- Our psychologists and mental health workers provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families, and can assist with:
- Anxiety — including generalised anxiety, social anxiety, and phobias
- Depression
- Mood disorders
- Relationship issues and couples therapy
- PMS / PMDD
- Developmental difficulties and early intervention
- Life challenges and direction
- Stress
- Work / life balance
- Complex Trauma / PTSD
- Phobias
- Substance-related disorders
- Parenting and family therapy
- Grief and loss
- Attachment disorders
- OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)
- Personality disorders
- Post-natal depression
- Gender dysphoria
- Neurodiversity — including ADHD and autism
- WorkCover-related psychology support
Supporting ADHD and Neurodiversity in Young Adults
University life and early adulthood can be particularly challenging for people with ADHD, autism, or other neurodivergent profiles — especially when they’ve spent years developing workarounds and masking strategies that are becoming increasingly difficult to sustain. Our psychology team includes practitioners experienced in neurodiversity-affirming practice, supporting neurodivergent adults with ADHD assessment, post-diagnosis support, and therapy tailored to how their brain actually works.
To learn more about neurodivergent support at The Wellness Emporium, visit our psychology page.
Our Approach to Care
We don’t separate your mind from your body, your history from your present, or your nervous system from your symptoms. At The Wellness Emporium, holistic psychology means treating the whole person — not just the diagnosis.
Our psychologists integrate evidence-based modalities with an understanding of how lifestyle, relationships, hormones, and lived experience all shape your mental health. Because lasting change rarely comes from one angle alone.
Therapy Approaches
Our psychologists draw from a wide range of evidence-based approaches (depending on their training and your individual needs), including:
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- Trauma-Informed Interventions (working with the body, inner child work)
- Attachment Work
- Mindfulness, Meditation & Body Work
- Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Schema Therapy
- Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Solution Focused Therapy
- Positive Psychology and Psychoeducation
- Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy
- Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
- Neurodiversity-Affirming Practice
- Trauma-Informed Practice
Spotlight: Schema Therapy for Deep Patterns and Identity
Schema Therapy is particularly well-suited to young adults who find themselves repeating unhelpful patterns in relationships, work, or their sense of self — often patterns that developed in childhood or adolescence. It works at a deeper level than traditional CBT, addressing core beliefs and emotional needs that drive long-standing difficulties.
It is evidence-based, collaborative, and particularly valuable for people who feel they’ve tried other approaches but something deeper still isn’t shifting.
Meet Our Psychology Team
Our psychology team brings a range of specialisations and approaches, and are experienced in supporting adults, couples, and young people across a wide range of concerns — from anxiety, trauma, and depression through to neurodiversity, relationships, and life transitions. All registered psychologists are fully registered with the Psychology Board of Australia.
To learn more about our psychologists and their individual areas of expertise, visit our psychology page.
What to Expect at Your First Psychology Appointment
During your initial appointment, your psychologist will take time to get to know you, your goals, and your concerns. Together, you’ll develop a plan to work towards.
Many people feel some anxiety before seeing a psychologist for the first time — that’s completely normal. Our team is here to make you feel comfortable and supported from the moment you arrive. Some people find it helpful to jot down a few notes beforehand — goals, concerns, or things you’ve been struggling with. Come as you are. We’ll take it from there.
Psychology Services at The Wellness Emporium
Individual Therapy for Adults
Our primary focus is supporting adults seeking individual therapy for a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, burnout, or a significant life transition, our psychologists work collaboratively with you to understand what’s driving your experience and build a pathway forward that actually fits your life.
Both in-person appointments at our Burleigh Heads clinic and online telehealth sessions are available.
For Varsity Lakes students and young professionals, telehealth sessions are particularly well-suited — flexible, accessible, and with no travel required.
Support for Adolescents and Young People
Our psychologists also support adolescents and young people experiencing emotional or behavioural challenges. Therapy is tailored to developmental needs and delivered in a supportive, age-appropriate environment.
Accessing Psychology from Varsity Lakes
Our Burleigh Heads Clinic
All in-person consultations are conducted at our Burleigh Heads clinic at 2/19 James Street, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220 — a short drive from Varsity Lakes.
Online Psychology — Available Australia-Wide
Secure telehealth consultations are available via video — particularly well-suited to students and young professionals with flexible or unpredictable schedules. Same quality care, same Medicare rebates, no travel required.
Finding the Right Psychologist for You
Choosing a psychologist is a personal decision — and the therapeutic relationship is one of the strongest predictors of positive outcomes in therapy. It can help to consider:
- Therapeutic approach — does it align with what you’re looking for?
- Areas of experience — does the psychologist have experience with your concerns?
- Communication style — do you feel comfortable and heard?
- Accessibility — are telehealth options available if you need them?
Not sure where to start? Visit our psychology page to learn more about our team, or call us on (07) 5535 2474.
Fees, Medicare & Private Health Rebates
Psychology appointments at The Wellness Emporium may be eligible for Medicare rebates under a Mental Health Care Plan (from your GP), as well as private health fund rebates, WorkCover, NDIS, and EAP sessions.
You do not need a referral to book — however, a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP is required to access Medicare rebates.
For full fee information and current rebate amounts, visit our psychology page or call us on (07) 5535 2474.
Book a Psychology Appointment
Ready to take the next step? Book online or call our reception team on (07) 5535 2474.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have a clinic near Varsity Lakes?
Our clinic is at 2/19 James Street, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220 — a short drive from Varsity Lakes. In-person and telehealth appointments are both available.
Do I need a referral to see a psychologist?
You do not need a referral to book. However, to access Medicare rebates, you will need a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP. Please bring this to your first session if you have one.
Are your psychologists registered?
Yes — all psychologists at The Wellness Emporium are fully registered with the Psychology Board of Australia.
Do you offer online psychology sessions?
Yes — secure telehealth consultations are available Australia-wide via video link. Online sessions are just as comprehensive as in-person appointments.
Do you support people with trauma and PTSD?
Yes — trauma and PTSD support is one of the most common presentations our psychology team works with. Our psychologists are trained in a range of trauma-informed approaches including EMDR, trauma-informed interventions, and attachment-based therapy. To learn more, visit our psychology page.
Do you offer EMDR therapy?
Yes — EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is available through our psychology team. It is an evidence-based therapy particularly effective for trauma, PTSD, and distressing memories.
Do you offer DBT?
Yes — Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is offered through our psychology team. DBT is particularly well-suited to people experiencing emotional overwhelm, intense emotional responses, or interpersonal difficulties.
Do you support neurodivergent clients — including ADHD and autism?
Yes — our psychology team includes practitioners experienced in neurodiversity-affirming practice, supporting neurodivergent adults and young people including those with ADHD, autism, and AuDHD. To learn more, visit our psychology page.
What therapy approaches do your psychologists use?
Our psychologists draw from a comprehensive range of evidence-based approaches including DBT, EMDR, ACT, CBT, ISTDP, Schema Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and more. Visit our main psychology page for the full list.
How do I access fees and Medicare information?
Visit our psychology page for full information on session fees, Medicare rebates, private health, WorkCover, NDIS, and EAP.
Do you support students and young adults?
Yes — our psychology team has experience supporting young adults navigating university pressure, identity, life transitions, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and more. Telehealth makes it easy to access support around a student schedule. Medicare rebates are available with a Mental Health Care Plan from a GP.
Do you offer ADHD assessment and support?
Yes — ADHD assessment and post-diagnosis support are available through our psychology team. Our practitioners have specific experience in working with ADHD in adults, neurodivergent identity, and the practical and emotional challenges that come with a late or new diagnosis. Visit our psychology page to learn more.
Do you support people navigating identity and life transitions?
Yes — life transitions, identity exploration, and the ‘what next’ questions of young adulthood are all areas our psychology team works with. Whether you’re navigating post-study uncertainty, career direction, relationship patterns, or a significant personal transition, we’re here to help.
The Wellness Emporium is not a crisis service. If you are in immediate need of support, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636.