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Hi I am Geraldine Zadkiel, founder of Heart Connection - A Self Empowered Approach to Health. I hold a Diploma in Holistic Kinesiology. I am a facilitator for Empowering Women Workshops and Retreats and Alchemy of Men Workshop and Retreats.
NDIS clients with self managed funds can choose Heart Connection for support services.
For the past 16 years I have been specialising in Anxiety Depression and Childhood Trauma, throughout this time have developed practical tools that empower my clients to combat overthinking, insomnia, anxiety, depression and everyday stress expanding your ability.
manage daily stress and reactions
calm your busy mind from overthinking
understand and manage anger and frustration
deepen your connection to self
improve your relationships
improve your sleep patterns
become self-empowered to release the past
create a new vision for your future
how to prioritise to create balance in all areas of your life
mindfulness and meditation techniques
how to relax and have some fun
become accountable for your life choices
One to one online session work with emotions and healing past trauma on all levels, specifically childhood abuse and trauma. I work directly with subconscious behavioural and emotional patterns to identify original patterns causing disharmony and pain, whether that be physical pain (disease, injury, chronic pain), Emotional Pain (Depression, Anxiety) or Mental Pain (Overthinking, Insomnia).
I believe that happiness starts with the first step towards change and an understanding that healing and growth is a process of the movement of energy. My entire business is structured around "A Self Empowered Approach To Health." This means I want to empower you to heal yourself by giving you the tools to do this, both on a conscious and subconscious level.
Other services for NDIS clients for those who have accommodation budget include attending Empowering Women Retreats or Alchemy of Men Retreats www.alchemyofmen.com.au (All retreats and workshops are tailored to meet personal NDIS goals and outcomes of group interaction, personal sharing and learning and growth. Approval is given through individual accommodation benefits. I highly recommend the Alchemy of Men Retreat for Men who are suffering anxiety and depression who would have access through their plan to attend.
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Mind Matters Cairns is a private allied health service based in Manunda specialising in therapies for people of all ages. Interventions include cutting edge brain based treatments alongside more traditional therapy options. Our clinicians are qualified and have specialised training in specific modalities for all manner of mental health needs.
Qualified Clinicians
🔹 Psychologists
🔹 Occupational Therapists
🔹 Counsellors
🔹 Allied Health Assistants
🔹 Positive Psychology Practitioner
Psychology Assessments:
🔹 ADHD
🔹 ASD
🔹 Auditory Processing
🔹 Educational
🔹 Executive Functioning
🔹 Functional Capacity Assessments
🔹 Functional Behavioural Assessments
Occupational Therapy Assessments
🔹 Fine motor
🔹 Gross motor
🔹 Functional Capacity Assessments
THERAPIES
🔹 Counselling
🔹 Psychotherapy
🔹 Occupational Therapy
🔹 Coaching
🔹 Neurofeedback
🔹 Photobiomodulation
🔹 Sound Therapy
🔹 Group Therapies
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Emily Hayward, Occupational Therapist has a passion for helping people reach their potential. She works with both children and adults. Emily is trained in conducting assessments, interactive metronome, auditory processing training and general OT therapy. Mind Matters accept NDIS clients (Self & Plan Managed).
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What’s in your way preventing you from living your best life? Our best life is different for everyone, we are not all the same, this is your journey led by you but sometimes we need some help along the way.
I bring a Holistic approach and Trauma informed lens with variety of therapies, individualised and tailored to support you to identify your barriers and implement appropriate strategies/resources/support/therapies that work for you to think better, feel better, live better.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT:
🔷 Qualified Psychotherapist/Counsellor; PACFA Reg. Certified Practising
🔷 Mental health support, Grief and loss counselling,
🔷 Child and youth, Trauma work, Capacity building.
DIET AND NUTRITION - Qualified Nutritionist
🔷Nutrition for your Mental and Physical health
ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES
🔷 IRIS ANALYSIS - Qualified iridologist
🔷 Aromatherapy, Flower essences, Kinesiolgy techniques.
NDIS services : PLAN AND SELF MANAGED
Head office is Mackay
First Nations Owned and Operated, Equal Opportunity Employer, Carer and Disability Support Provider.
We provide service from Cairns to Mackay.
We are originally from Cairns. My husband is Yidinji, my daughters are Kuku-Yalanji and Irukandji as well as Torres Strait Islanders. I am a proud Ugar and Erub Torres Strait Islander woman.
We are a private independent Company and formed through our own lived experience. The Founder and the directors have worked collaboratively in Government and Service delivery in Australian Public Service roles, Employment Providing including Recruitment, and Management Positions which make for an elite skill set.
We are also a registered Carers Gateway company. We are focused on dual support being mental health recovery through person centred oriented practices as well as Disability Support.
Currently I offer Psychosocial Recovery Coaching via TeleHealth sessions for the Cairns region.
We offer the following services:
Accommodation / TenancyAssist Life Stage, TransitionAssist Personal ActivitiesAssist Travel / TransportDaily Tasks / Shared LivingInnovative Community ParticipationDevelopment Life SkillsHousehold TasksInterpret / TranslateParticipate CommunityTherapeutic SupportsSupport Coordination level 1&2Group Centre Activities
We are also recruiting more Support Workers for the Cairns region.
ACN: 638 975 452
NDIS REGISTRATION NUMBER: 4-JCCNK5O
PO Box 416, Innisfail QLD 4860
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Life Ur Way is a locally owned and operated Disability Support Provider, located in Innisfail and servicing the Cassowary Coast region.
Services provided include -
Development of Daily Living and Life Skills
Daily Personal Activities Support
Daily Life Tasks Assistance
Participation in Community, social and Civic Activities
Group and Centre Based Activities
Life Stages, Transitions and Supports Coordination Assistance
Accommodation / Tenancy Assistance
Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI)
Therapy Assistance
Counselling:
Hayley Leonardi, a registered counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association, having recently completed a Masters of Guidance and Counselling at James Cook University. I am also a secondary teacher, with experience in teaching students with Special Needs, a skill I am able to utilise when working with NDIS participants.
Having many years of experience in helping individuals navigate through life's challenges, Hayley believes that everyone deserves to live a happy, fulfilled life, and she is passionate about helping people achieve that. Her approach is warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental. She offers a safe and confidential space where participants can share their thoughts, feelings, and concerns without fear of criticism or rejection.
Although we know that counselling is not a ‘one size fits all’ approach to healing, Hayley specialises in Person-centred therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and is committed to helping your participants overcome any obstacles that may prevent them from living their best life. She uses evidence-based techniques to help gain insight, develop coping skills, and make positive changes in your participants lives.
Hayley is based at Life Ur Way’s office in the Innisfail Food Emporium Wednesdays and Thursdays, and happy to visit you in your home or wherever you are most comfortable. Please do not hesitate to contact her if you would like more information or just a chat about her services and how she can help your participants.
Contact Hayley@lifeurway.com.au
General Enquiries – info@lifeurway.com.au
Administration – admin@lifeurway.com.au
Anthony Cini - anthony@lifeurway.com.au | 0408 535 331
Alison Den Hartog - alison@lifeurway.com.au | 0428 818 550
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At Treehouse Theraplay we are Social Worker’s and counsellors, we work from a neuroaffirming framework and value neurodiversity. We specialise in working with children, teens and families and are a family focused clinic. We are all experienced practitioners with extensive training in Creative Therapies that include Certified training in Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Focused Psychological services i.e. CBT, DBT, Solution focused therapies, Sandplay Therapy and Symbol Work, Dance and Movement therapy.
We all have strong knowledge, training and experience in working with young people with experiences of Trauma and Trauma processing, Grief and loss, Neurodivergence, Anxiety/Stress/Depression, Social Navigation, Emotional release and Child Development.
Social Work is a university qualified Allied Health Profession, we are trained in human behaviour & development, life cycle stages, family & social networks and disability & health, including mental health. In the NDIS, Social Work Therapeutic Support sits under CB Daily Living. We have strong knowledge and lived experience of the NDIA.
Assessments available include: ADOS 2/ADIR, ADHD assessments, Functional Capacity Assessments for participants diagnosed with Autism, FASD, Intellectual Disability and certain Psycho-Social Disabilities. For NDIS participants with other disabilities, we can work closely together with their OT or Physio to create a joint, holistic report or provide a socio-environmental report to accompany an existing FCA, Assessments for Depression, Anxiety and Stress.
If you are unsure, please contact us, we work creatively to help young people work towards their goals, play and fun are natural mediums for children and allow them to learn new skills in playful, creative and engaging ways.
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Providing you with a safe space to heal.
Our counselling services can be delivered via in person at our Freshwater and Brinsmead locations, or online telehealth appointments in the comfort of your own home.
Where there is a need for Counsellors to deliver services on site at schools, we will endeavour to do so in consultation with school staff.
In keeping with NDIS principles, we can also deliver counselling services at our clients’ preferred venues, where these are determined to be safe and appropriate.
Child-Centred Family Services; Counselling, Training, and Consultancy.
NDIS support available for:
Adult Individual Counselling Service
Counselling for Young People
Specialist Parent Support Session
Counselling for Children
Attachment Matters offers a suite of child-centred family counselling services, and adult individual counselling sessions. We also offer training services for new and seasoned professionals, and specialist consultation for agencies and organisations who provide services to children and families.
Marni Freeman
BAppSocSc(Couns), PACFA Reg. Clinical, BAPsych, BPsych(Hons), Cert IV TAA.
Ariel Dawson
BCouns, PACFA Reg., BAPsych
Self or plan managed NDIS only
A professional psychology and counselling service for children, youth, adults and older adults.
Evidenced-based treatments are tailored to the individual and can be used for a range of issues including: Anxiety disorders, depression, complex-trauma, adjustment disorders, grief and loss, suicide bereavement, work-related stress, life-transitions, risk behaviours, relationships, coping strategies, behavioural change, goal-setting and motivational enhancement.
Mossman Office 2/45 Front Street, Mondays & Thursdays
Cairns, 4 Scott Street, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays
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TLC was created with one belief: support should feel like a journey, not a struggle. We’re here to walk that path with you.
TLC Support Services is a small, dedicated team providing personalized disability support across Cairns.
We focus on building real relationships and delivering support that feels safe, respectful, and consistent.
Services:
🔵 In Home Assistance
🔵 Community Access
🔵 Support Coordination
🔵 Transport to Appointments and Activities
🔵 Daily Living Support
🔵 Nursing Support
🔵 Counselling
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Birdwing Therapies are qualified Social Workers Practitioners.
Professional assessments and therapeutic counselling. Birdwing Therapies is a social work practice that offers a comprehensive range of professional services to support children, families and adults. Our dedicated team are Clinical Social Workers who have a wealth of experience and knowledge in helping children and adults to meet achievable goals.
Children’s Group Work Programs
We offer group work programs especially designed for young and school age children.
Our children’s group work programs help build self esteem, resilience, empathy, communication and problem solving skills and create a positive sense of Self.
Children learn self regulation skills and relaxation techniques to promote their mental health and well being.
Parents and carers are involved in understanding the potential value of these strategies and we support them to be incorporated within the home setting. Calmer children, calmer parents! Ahh!
We consider this helps the child/ren to generalise the skills and support proactive self care at home. Many parents and carers really enjoy the relaxation techniques too!
Whether you’re a beginner eager to learn, a person who loves singing and would like to develop confidence to express themselves through song, an experienced performer seeking guidance, or someone in need of vocal rehabilitation, our holistic and person-centered approach will guide you through your unique vocal journey.
Led by our founder Keesha, a vocal practitioner with over 25 years of experience, Keesha provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive space for you to explore, discover and play with your voice without judgment. Your Voice, Your Journey: working together towards positive wellness outcomes. Everyone has a voice.
SERVICES:
Singing and Performance
Voice Rehabilitation - pre and post surgery/mental and physical well being (trauma)
Wellness - confidence, anxiety, self esteem
Voice Care and Vocal Health
Transgender - transition
Speech
Public Speaking
Manual Therapy
Telehealth: Zoom or Skype. I can set up Telehealth specific
My business and Voice Rehabilitation Specialist Qualification is recognised by NDIS self managed plans and also other rehabilitation services such as defence force being one of them.
Professional Bodies:
Australian Association of Holistic Healers and Counsellors - full professional member
Australian Voice Association AVA - professional member
ASPAH - Australian Society of Performing Arts Healthcare - professional member
BVA - British Voice Association
Voice Care Centre - professional network London
Estill Voice International - Estill Proficiency Certified Member
Vocal Health Education - Professional Member
Contact Director Keesha - Email: keesha@cairnsvoicecare.com or keesha@cairnsvoiceatudio.com
Coaching and Counselling Services
KIRSTEN COTTONE (MAPP, B.A., Dip. Ed.)
Founder of The Optimum Mindset™
If you are feeling overwhelmed, lacking in confidence or stuck in a rut, you’re not alone.
The good news is I’ve worked with hundreds of women in your position, who have experienced lasting, positive change.
When we work together, we go beneath the surface to re-ignite your true spark, so that you once again feel confident in who you are, clear about your next steps and excited about your life!
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WWL is about bringing humans and animals together in a safe and meaningful way.
There's lots to be learnt from animals, we just have to slow down and appreciate the process.
As a Social Worker, I offer counselling, as well as opportunities and activities with animals, nature... and just a place to be heard, feel safe, and be yourself. Sometimes that's the most important of all.
Appointments are held on-site. Generally no outreach or tele-health, but not out of the question.
info@wildsidewl.com.au
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South Cairns Specialist Counselling Service currently has capacity and is taking new referrals.
SCSCS provides specialist counselling for family issues including:
Family violence
Anxiety and depression
Teenage self-harm
Family separation
and more.
We use a direct therapeutic counselling approach coupled with family support and community education to:
Improve the wellbeing and safety of children, young people and their families
Build the capacity of families to nurture, care for and protect their children
Provide linkages to local universal support services/community groups to enable families to access the resources to build their capacity to solve problems and make positive choices and changes
Prevent entry or re-entry to the statutory child protection system.
For a client to be eligible:
The referred family has a child aged unborn to 18 years of age
The child/ren listed in the referral are not currently subject to intervention with Child Safety
Without support the child, young person and family are at risk of entering or re-entering the statutory child protection system
The family would benefit from access to intensive and specialist support services
The family has multiple and/or complex needs.
For a referral form please email ServicesHH@missionaustralia.com.au
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Strong Supervision and Counselling offers counselling for adults to address a range of issues including mental health such as depression and anxiety, anger, domestic violence, grief and loss, and substance use including alcohol.
We also provide professional supervision for workers.
We cover the Cairns LGA and are based in Bungalow. We can provide telehealth to anyone outside the Cairns area or for those with mobility issues.
Christine Strong, Strong Supervision and Counselling
email: strongsupervisioncounselling@gmail.com
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Telehealth and in-clinic therapy
Stefanie is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) with more than 20yrs experience in a range of settings. Stefanie has completed a Graduate Certificate in Grief Loss and Trauma Therapy. Stefanie is also a teacher in Yoga as Lifestyle Medicine and offers the following modalities:
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness Training
Stefanie has experience providing therapeutic interventions to people across the lifespan and works with a wide range of presenting needs including depression, anxiety, low self esteem, family separation, self harm, suicidality, adjustment issues, addiction, end of life care and specializes in trauma recovery, adjustment, and grief and loss support.
Evoke practices inclusively and non-judgmentally and welcomes people from any background. Evoke welcomes people from all cultural and religious backgrounds, neurodiverse people, people with a disability and people who identify as LGBTQI+. Evoke provides a safe space for people to be their true selves, free from judgment and/or discrimination.
If you’re looking to do more, let’s do it together. LiveBig, part of the Arriba Group of companies, is a registered provider of specialist therapy supports for people with disability and on an NDIS plan. We can deliver support either at home or in the community, but always in a way that suits you. Our approach is one of working together with you, your family and your other service providers to achieve your goals.
Currently provide Speech Therapy in Cairns however we can deliver most other services via telehealth such as:
Allied health Assistance – Telehealth
Psychology Face-to-Face services
Behaviour Support – Face-to-face services
Early Intervention Services – Telehealth
Counselling – Telehealth
Mental Health & Counselling – Telehealth
Occupational Therapy – Telehealth
Psychology – Telehealth
Social Workers – Telehealth
Speech Language Pathologists – Face to face & Telehealth
Referral@livebig.com.au
Tosca Dee (The Joyful Goddess) helps people find their power and passion, so they can live joyfully.
With over 25 years of supporting women and children, she brings her knowledge and expertise from the education and counselling industry to truly understanding the intricacies and complexities of families. Tosca has supported youth, children, and adults.
Tosca’s holds a Masters of Guidance and Counselling and Bachelor of Education. She is trained as an expressive therapist, somatic therapist, Intuitive Intelligence Teacher, yoga and meditation teacher and in tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique).
My service is about bringing joy back into people’s lives.
My area of speciality is neurodiversity and ASD, but I’ve supported people with a variety of disabilities.
Tosca’s support empowers people to claim their independence and overcome feelings of overwhelm, frustration and fear. To claim their self-worth by communicating their needs and learning to trust their intuition, so they never have to feel powerless with the demands of life.
Tosca loves helping people reach their goals and joyful freedom. I service the Cairns area and offer on-line counselling support.
Email: tosca@toscadee.com
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Has capacity to accept new clients/referrals for the following services -
💦 Counselling
💦 Support Work
💦 Cleaning
💦 Other services available on request
Hours of operations - weekdays only
Non-registered provider - can only support NDIS Participants who are Self- and Plan-Managed.
For more information, contact - Liza Johnson, lizamhayes@gmail.com
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Arts psychotherapy and or counselling combined to meet disability needs and or complex and acute trauma to support growth, inclusive of counselling to improve mental health and wellbeing.
Individual 1:1
Rested Minds works collaboratively and openly with support workers, professionals, carers and families to improve and maintain mental health for all that are involved in the side by side care of individuals.
Rested Minds offers the opportunity to individuals to be heard, seen, and understood, learn about themselves, enjoy socialisation or simply have a healthy relationship with a caring professional to reduce mental strain.
Rested minds has a strong understanding of the eligibility of those that have accessed the NDIS, how to work with support coordinators, the role of Local Area Coordinators
We welcome all referrals including NDIS Participants & Carers, Private, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) TELUShealth, Medicare, Medibank Private and BUPA.
We also provide mental health training to frontline staff on important topics of disability and or mental health where required.
Photos and bio on our website www.restedminds.com.au 'meet our team'
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We provide psychology services to the Cairns region for clients aged 4-16 years old. We are dedicated to guiding and supporting individuals on their journey toward brighter minds, stronger resilience, and happier lives.
Utilising evidence-based therapy ranging from, but not limited to:
⭐ Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT),
⭐ Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT),
⭐ Dialectal Behavioural Therapy (DBT-Informed),
⭐ Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS),
⭐ Attachment Theory & Trauma informed practices
We offer supports in the areas of:
⭐ Depression & Anxiety;
⭐ Anger & defiance;
⭐ School refusal;
⭐ Social skills;
⭐ Support needs related to ADHD, ASD, and ID;
⭐ Skills development (i.e., problem solving, perspective taking, emotion regulation);
⭐ Parenting support.
We also offer diagnostic assessments to explore concerns such as intellectual abilities (including potential impairment or giftedness), autism, and ADHD.
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Australian Counselling Association, Level 2 Practitioner
Career Development Association of Australia, Professional Member
Queensland College of Teachers, Registered Teacher
Certified Professional Coach, Level 1
Sue draws on a diverse range of therapeutic counselling approaches as well as coaching experience, supporting clients to:
Navigate change and identify pathways (personally and professionally).
Manage life stressors, including responses such as anxiety and depression.
Improve wellbeing, utilising a strength-based approach.
Build a more positive self-concept by reframing unhelpful thought patterns.
Enhance communication and relationships (including couples and families).
Develop strategies specific to ADHD strengths and challenges.
Tailor approaches for education and the workplace, including requests for support when relevant.
Fees and Session Details
- 60-minute counselling session, $90
- 90-minute counselling session, $110
Appointments are now available in Mareeba on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays.
We are located upstairs in the Mareeba Natural Therapies building.
Downstairs The Conservatory Building
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Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy using Sand Play, Expressive Therapies, Circle of Security Training, Self-discovery Workshops, Process Oriented Psychology
Sand Play and Symbol Work are amazing methods for children, adolescents and adults alike.
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Psychologist, Psychotherapist, Social Workers and Counsellors
Psychological Services for Children, Adolescents and Families
Depression in children & adolescents
Anxiety disorders
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorders (ADD & ADHD)
Behavioural problems
Trauma & Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Specific learning difficulties.
Social skills training (Secret Agent Society)
Psychological Services for Adults
Depression & mood disorders, Anxiety disorders
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Relationship issues
Trauma & Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Grief & bereavement
Stress and Anger management
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Expressive arts therapy, eco therapy/nature healing, and a combination of both, available to children, adolescents, adults, and small groups.
Eco Art therapy is a gentle way to work on habitual patterns of thought and behaviour which are causing disharmony, to reduce anxiety levels, to attend to trauma, to build self-confidence/sense of agency, develop communication/emotional intelligence and social skills, and to learn new ways of regulating the nervous system.
At Innerbloom Art Therapy, we combine the arts and nature into psychotherapy (talk-therapy), offering opportunities to connect to the natural world, to develop self-awareness through exploration, expression, and growth.
Combining nature into the creative process, clients may explore new ways of considering different situations and gain new perspectives that help them to move forward into the future with a healthier self & world-view.
Within a nurturing therapeutic relationship, expressive arts offer a way to connect to the Self, and to communicate in ways which often cannot be put into words through visual art-making, sand-play, sculpting, ephemeral eco-art, drama, play-based, and movement modalities.
Trauma-informed, client-centred services are NDIS eligible for clients who are self or plan managed, where-by together we may develop a tailor-made therapeutic plan for individual sessions that attend to both plan and personal goals.
While I am not a registered NDIS provider at this stage, services are NDIS eligible for plans that are self-managed or managed by a support coordinator.
I also offer zoom sessions and can offer in-person sessions at an indoor location.
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We provide compassionate counselling and coaching for people living with chronic pain, helping you find strategies to improve daily life and emotional wellbeing.
Michelle, is a counsellor with chronic pain lived experience so she genuinely understands the challenges faced living with chronic pain.
As an NDIS registered provider for Therapeutic Supports, we offer both in-centre sessions and telehealth appointments for your convenience.
📞 Call or text 0451 949 147 to book your session.
Because living with pain shouldn’t mean living without hope.
Michelle MacGregor; Counsellor - CAIRNS WELLNESS CENTRE
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Celebrating abilities. Supporting growth.
At ArtAbility Cairns, I provide professional, person-centred counselling in a safe, supportive and respectful environment for people of all ages. Drawing on more than 40 years of professional experience, my practice integrates counselling, the visual arts, education, and creativity and health to provide individualised support. Every session is tailored to the individual's strengths, interests and goals.
Creative and expressive processes are integrated throughout my practice, providing additional ways to communicate, understand experiences, address challenges, support personal growth and enhance wellbeing. No artistic ability is required.
I welcome NDIS, ECEI and private clients seeking support with emotional wellbeing, relationships, life transitions, learning, behaviour, trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, self-esteem, and other personal challenges.
My professional background includes counselling, university teaching and research, providing a breadth of experience that informs my work with people of all ages. My qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, degrees in Education and Fine Arts, a Diploma of Counselling, a PhD in Education, and a Specialist Certificate in Creativity and Health.
Sessions are available at my welcoming Clifton Beach studio, in clients' homes (travel charges apply), or online.
To learn more or make an appointment, please contact:
Dr Reesa Sorin
ArtAbility Cairns
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Mossman Port Douglas Counselling Services (MPDCS) provides confidential, professional counselling services, either face-to-face or using telehealth (ages 5+). MPDCS provides Workshops, Supervision, Employee Assistance Programs and a FREE Monthly Support Group. MPDCS also provides counselling support for WorkCover and assorted Insurance Scheme clients, and NDIS participants (plan-managed or self-managed). Private health rebates are available.
MPDCS is located at 21-23 Warner Street, Port Douglas and we offer residents and visitors to the Douglas Shire the opportunity to make a face-to-face or telehealth counselling appointment over the 7-day week. All counselling is strictly by appointment only, no walk-ins.
To make an appointment, please phone 0427 807 729 / email: info@mpdcs.com.au / message us on our Facebook page
We are dedicated team of support workers offering variety of services in Cairns and Tablelands Region.
We offer Allied Health Services: Holistic Counselling, practical and emotional support through Social Work Therapy, Assistance with daily living needs, help with practical household tasks, including cleaning, cooking and house maintenance, assistance with transport and connecting with community.
We also offer individual and group programs through art and craft, individual and group yoga classes, or movement therapy in the comfort of your home. We work with all age groups, and offer services that is customized to your specific needs.
Contact Jana Silk info@unitedinhearts.com.au
All that matters is that you make meaning of your life... even if you only do it for you..
BE THE CHANGE
Is your stinkin' thinkin' getting in the way of positive progress?
How is your life going to change if you don't BE THE CHANGE?
For over 30 years i have been working with people to build their capacity for self-regulation, behavioural change and accountability. Supporting people from across disability, mental heal, sexual assault traumas and abuse as well as working with men, woman and children and families. I will be there to guide you.
So, lets bring your best Self forward!
WHAT IS A TOUGH LOVE COACH?
Velvet is a compassion based, trauma informed life and behavioural coaching specialist for the change you want to make who is a genius at tracking the source of the behaviour and created an action plan to Empower you to make the change!
Contact Velvet Eldred - help@toughlovecoach.com.au
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Youth Support Program (YSP) Cairns uses strengths-based approaches to assist young people who are at risk of disconnecting from family, community, school, training and employment. This includes working with young people who are at risk of self-harm, homelessness, substance misuse and /or young parents.
YSP aims to assist young people to improve their capacity to develop independent living skills as well as improving their overall health and wellbeing.
A free and confidential service for young people aged 8-21 in the Cairns Region.
Search Youth Support on website
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Hi My Name is Jody Summers I am an Independent Sole Trader for NDIS Participants I have over 27 years of working with people with Mental Health and Drug and Alcohol lifestyles concerns and behaviours, as well as Education and Qualification in the area of Health and Mental Health and Drug and alcohol.
I have some great skills and gifts to support people in their own right and how they wish to live allowing people to have choice and freedom to be them with no judgement. The services I offer are social skill basic learning, Housing support # Cooking Service # General Support Service and Beyond counselling service
I have Blue cards and Yellow Card.
Contact Jody at jody_summers@live.com.au
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Provides a range of services including child and family counselling and social support programs.
We help by:
Providing psychological services and counselling to families with children under the age of 18 from qualified and experienced staff;
Assisting you to access a range of free government-funded services that will help your family become more resilient;
Providing support and counselling to young people (under 25 years old) for all issues, including alcohol and other drugs misuse.
All of our staff are degree-qualified and registered with appropriate professional bodies.
Better Together is committed to your privacy and confidentiality and have strict processes and guidelines to safeguard your information and identity.
This includes video-conference sessions.
Counselling & Mediation Services Cairns and Australia-wide.
Provides services in person or via phone and video chat platforms. Including Family Law Mediation, Workplace Mediation, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Marriage, Couples and Relationship Counselling and Individual Counselling.
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Lara Baker (Social Worker & Psychotherapist) invites you to a safe, quiet outdoor sanctuary in Speewah.
Away from the pressure of the everyday world, we provide a calm environment where you can finally take a big breath out.
How we support you:
🟡 No Pressure to "Perform": In the paddock, there are no rigid plans. We let things settle naturally, giving you the space to reveal your true self at your own pace.
🟡 A Grounded Environment: Horses don’t judge or wear masks. Their honest presence creates a safe container for you to explore your feelings and find your footing.
🟡 Learning Awareness: By watching the herd, you learn to notice your own subtle signs of stress. You practice "shaking off" tension and setting boundaries without the weight of guilt.
🟡 Consent & Respect: Interaction is never forced. Our horses—Ready Boss, Huey, Ice, and Ra Ra—choose how they engage, modeling a relationship where everyone’s needs are respected.
🟡 Real-Life Change: The paddock is a gentle testing ground. The awareness you find here helps you make new choices in your real-life relationships and daily world.
🟡 In-Person (Speewah): Experience therapy in a safe, serene outdoor sanctuary.
🟡 Telehealth: I offer flexible Video or Phone sessions for those who prefer to connect from the comfort of their own home.
🟡 Approach: My work is grounded in reflective practice, somatic awareness, and helping you find congruence—where your internal feelings match your external life.
🟡 Training for Organisations
🟡 I draw on over 20 years of experience in the community sector to provide specialized training for teams and organisations. Available upon request, these sessions focus on:
🟡 Effective Team Dynamics: Building trust and authentic communication.
🟡 Self-Care & Resilience: Practical tools for the modern workplace.
🟡Avoiding Burnout: Recognising subtle signs of stress and implementing sustainable boundaries.
Email: lara@mindfultherapycairns.com.au
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Jannikka Balko is a clinical psychologist registered with AHPRA with a particular interest in treating anxiety and depression through life transitions (e.g. relationships and relationship separations, moving through grief and loss, balancing work and study, returning to the workforce) for young people and adults.
Jannikka has a client-focused approach, taking a warm, compassionate and open therapeutic approach to assist clients to make sense of and develop strategies to manage their life experiences. She utilises a neuro affirming approach for neurodiverse individuals. Jannikka believes the best outcomes are achieved when treatment is designed to meet client needs and sets up individuals for long-term success.
Jannikka has a strong range of clinical skills and is happy to take referrals including the following issues:
🔹 Anxiety/Trauma/Panic
🔹 Neurodivergence
🔹 Stress
🔹 Depression
🔹 Grief & loss
🔹 Adjustment difficulties & life transitions
🔹 Self-esteem & assertiveness
🔹 Interpersonal relationship challenges
🔹 Anger management
🔹 LGBTQIA *
Jannikka believes individuals gain the most benefit from therapy when treatment is evidence based by incorporating interventions, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) and Schema Therapy.
Jannikka is a solo private practitioner based on the Atherton Tablelands. She is currently offering in person appointments out of the Atherton Health Hub, as well as continuing to offer appointments via telehealth (video and phone). Home visits may also be available pending location and insurance. NDIS clients may be able to access home visits under their NDIS plan if within the NDIS servicing radius (e.g. Tolga, Kairi, Atherton, Malanda, Yungaburra, Mareeba, Herberton, Mareeba, Biboohra, Mutchilba
jannikka@balkoclinicalpsychology.com
Jannikka Balko BPsychSc (Hons I), MProfPsych, MPsych (Clin) Clinical Psychologist
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Therapy Creating positive change for young people aged 5-25 years through counselling and EFT tapping.
Relieve negative emotions & adverse behaviours including anger, anxiety, stress, trauma, abuse, school & family concerns, foster care issues & much more
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Cairns Family Therapy is a Northern Beaches based practice working with families to make positive changes.
𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: We are now taking bookings for Psychological Assessments
- Cognitive Assessments
- Academic Assessments
- ADHD (Child, Adolescent & Adult)
- Autism
- Specific Learning Disorders
- Executive Functioning & Adaptive Behaviours
- Other Assessments
Our approach is warm and supportive, non-judgemental and practical. We offer a diverse range of services for individuals and families.
For children and teens, we are active in the local school communities and work with schools, sports clubs and other outdoor activity groups to create a culture of positivity and growth.
Our practitioners are qualified and experienced and include Counsellors, Behaviour Support Practitioners, Early Intervention specialists, Emotion Coaches and also a Clinical Psychologist and Psychology Forensic Registrar servicing the Cairns area - GR Psychology Solutions.
We have a qualified Tuning in to Kids ™ and Tuning in to Teens ™ facilitator available for bookings.
Our services include:
Individuals & Families
Counselling - Individual
Family & Relationship Counselling
Grandparents / Caregivers Counselling
Life Coaching
Emotion Coaching (Parent Support)
Separated or Divorced Parenting
Specific Learning Disorders - Parent Education & Support
Social Skills & Communication
Art & Play Therapy
Kids & Teens
Counselling - Individual
Life Coaching & Career Guidance
Emotion Coaching
Social Skills Training
ADHD | Autism | Anxiety
Behaviour Support
Emotional Regulation
Executive Functioning
Grief & Loss
Sports & Athlete Counselling
Growth Mindset
Education
Specific Learning Difficulties
Classroom Adjustments
ADHD | Autism | Anxiety
School anxiety and refusal
Individual Learning Plans
School Meetings & Advocacy
Social Skills and Friendships
Goal Setting
Time management
Bullying & Cyber-bullying
Self-esteem & Confidence
Delivery:
Face to face / Mobile / Telehealth
We service the following areas:
Servicing North and Far North Queensland
Cairns, Townsville, Ingham, Innisfail, Atherton Tablelands, Port Douglas, Cooktown, Mt Isa, Weipa
Remote Queensland
* NDIS self-managed and plan-managed clients
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Coastal Calm is a boutique clinic in Palm Cove in beautiful Far North Queensland, providing holistic counselling and naturopathic consultations for women and children who are looking to improve their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing, whilst developing practical daily life skills.
Holistic counselling with Lorna may include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) , Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) or Solution Focused Therapy (SFT) with trauma informed, strength, action and play based counselling approaches.
Other approaches, such as or Person Centred approach may be integrated, according to each individuals age, ability, needs and range of strengths, challenges, situations, goals, expected outcomes and interests.
💦 Neurodivergent-affirming care
💦 Nervous system understanding, wellbeing & regulation
💦 Nutrition & lifestyle
💦 Anxiety, fear, social anxiety, stress, overwhelm, burnout
💦 Emotional understanding, acceptance & self regulation
💦 Self esteem, confidence & resilience
💦 Understanding autism, ADHD & Masking
💦 Self awareness & creating change
💦 Radical self care & acceptance
💦 Foundations of wellbeing
💦Communication & social skills
💦 Mindfulness & Breathwork
💦 Psycho education
💦 Executive functioning
💦 Cognition & learning skills
💦 Independence & life goals
Lorna McInnes 🦋 Holistic Counsellor & Wellbeing Practitioner ACA, SNTR
💦 Call Lorna on 0457248889 to book a consultation or to arrange a free 15 min. discovery call.
lornamcinnes@icloud.com
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Progress FNQ is a registered Cairns based Disability Service Provider, servicing Cairns and surrounding regions. We have a strong focus on helping individuals with complex psychosocial and mental health needs.
With a foundation of over twelve years of experience delivering specialised mental and social care, we pride ourselves on being a family-based provider that genuinely understands and ensures your needs are at the heart of everything we do!
Our team consists of qualified Support Works and Social Workers specialising in Mental Health, providing supports to vulnerable groups including children, adolescence, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and culturally diverse backgrounds.
Our Services:
🟡 Mental Health Care Plans
🟡 Therapeutic Supports
🟡 Recovery Coaching
🟡 Community Access
🟡 In-home Support
🟡 Supported Independent Living
🟡 Independent Living Options
🟡 Specialist Disability Accommodation
🟡 Fully Accessible Transport – available to the public and NDIS participants.
The care we provide and the direction we take is led by participants’ choices, needs and goals.
We aim to create opportunities and promote independence and progression in a safe and non-discriminative environment for all valued participants.
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PLEASE NOTE: Books are temporarily closed due to high demand.
Welcome to Being Me Therapies, a holistic and client centred service offering specialist OT and Social Work Services to the Cairns region. Being Me provides support to clients throughout adolescence and adulthood across a wide variety of areas. We have a specific and unique interest in supporting individuals with ADHD, and psychosocial health conditions, delivering expert care, innovative solutions and navigating the complexities of NDIS as well as other government support systems such as DSP, family tax, and Centrelink entitlements.
Our Occupational Therapist has been practicing for over 10 years and is highly competent in implementing client centred interventions that improve daily living skills, enhance independence, and promote overall well-being. Complementing these services, our Social Worker has been practicing for over 20 years in the Cairns region, and specialises in assisting adolescents as they transition into adulthood, particularly around the critical ages of 16 to 18. This support extends to guiding families through the complexities of the NDIS and Centrelink, ensuring our clients navigate these systems with ease and confidence.
We recognise that everyone is unique, with their own experiences and aspirations. This understanding is at the heart of our approach, guiding us to collaborate closely with you to develop personalised strategies that align with your individual needs and goals. We have a fundamental belief that each person should be actively engaged in their supports, and always strive to build capacity and independence of our clients.
We look forward to working with our clients to become active participants in their NDIS journey.
Services we can provide:
🔵 Assessments including: Functional Capacity, Home & Living (SIL, SDA & ILO), Assistive Technology, NDIS Access OT reports, and Minor Home Modifications).
🔵 Ongoing Therapy for development of goals/skill building
🔵 Support worker, and Carer Training
🔵 Counselling
🔵 Professional Supervision
🔵 Manual Handling / Ergonomics
🔵 Support with Housing Applications
🔵 Navigating NDIS and non-NDIS services in the local community
Current wait times: OT wait times is approximately 4 weeks although accepting urgent referrals
reception@beingme.com.au
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At Sunflower Lane Therapy our mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children to express themselves. We believe in the power of play to promote emotional healing and personal growth.
We specialise in play therapy, a proven method that uses play as a medium for children to express themselves. Our clinical counselling services are designed to support children dealing with various challenges, including anxiety, trauma, and behavioural issues.
At Sunflower Lane Therapy, our founder is a registered Play Therapist and Clinical Counsellor dedicated to helping children thrive. With years of experience in the field Kirsty utilises play therapy to create a safe and nurturing environment for all clients.
Servicing Cairns and surrounds. Can also do Telehealth and mobile services.
Happy to provide mobile services to Innisfail, Port Douglas and Atherton/Mareeba.
NDIS: we welcome plan managed and self-managed participants.
email: hello@sunflowerlanetherapy.com.au
Kirsty Rayner - Registered Play Therapist; Certified Synergetic Play Therapist; Registered Clinical Counsellor
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Supporting and empowering those with learning delays, disabilities or personal concerns.
I'm a diversational therapist, teaching in the education sector for over 30 years that has worked in disability and now supporting people with disabilities as an allied health assistant
I can follow OT plans, speech plans, I design perceptual motor processing plans and implement them, as well as communication, social skills and personal skills. Usually 1 on 1 with support for parents and families.
Support those with development or learning delays or disabilities.
Develop individual Perceptual Motor Activities/Strategies for participants that assists with hand/eye coordination, kinaesthetic development/strength, spatial awareness and form constancy, orientation and directionality.
Explore bilateral integration by developing individual programmes for crossing the midline, core stability and left/right activities.
Work on communication through oral speaking and listening skills such as strategies to think before we speak, planning our ideas, and practising.
Work with ACD's and continue AUSLAN as well as incorporating visuals and signing into instructions and strategies.
Continue work in diversional therapy for all ages, not just children, as experience also includes the Aged Care sector.
Offer support through counselling skills for those experiencing anxiety, low self esteem or little confidence etc to develop strategies
Business hours are: Monday to Friday 9 - 5 and Saturday 9-12.
Home visits or visits to nominated locations maybe arranged
Servicing Cairns and Cassowary Coast
jasjsc14@tpg.com.au
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SKY THERAPY
Mental Health & Wellbeing Support for Children, Young People, Individuals and Families
Compassionate • Culturally Aware • Client‑Centred Care
At Sky Therapy, we offer compassionate, culturally inclusive and evidence‑based therapeutic services to individuals, children, adolescents, couples and families across Far North Queensland. Founded by Zane, an Accredited Clinical and Mental Health Practitioner with over 20 years of experience, our practice is grounded in respect, empowerment and person‑centred care.
Therapeutic Services We Provide
Delivered by our Clinical and Mental Health Practitioner, qualified counsellors and psychology graduate:
🔵 Individual counselling and therapeutic support
🔵 Relationship and family therapy to strengthen communication, connection and wellbeing
🔵 Youth and adolescent counselling, including physical‑based therapeutic programs
🔵 Behavioural challenges and intervention, supported by our clinical leadership team
🔵 Early childhood development support from our early childhood practitioner and therapy assistants
🔵 Trauma recovery and addiction support within a safe, person‑centred therapeutic framework
🔵 Grief and loss counselling for children, young people, and adults
🔵 Emotional regulation and overall wellbeing, including therapy‑informed support work
🔵 Culturally safe support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and for all culturally and linguistically diverse communities
🌟 Meet Our Team – Compassion in Practice
Our diverse and passionate team brings a broad range of expertise to ensure holistic, accessible care for all:
🟡 Zane, the founder and director of Sky Therapy, is an Accredited Clinical and Mental Health Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in mental health, trauma, child protection, and complex family systems. His approach is grounded in trauma‑informed care, cultural safety and evidence‑based practice. Zane’s leadership ensures that all services delivered by Sky Therapy are guided by clinical excellence, ethical integrity and a genuine commitment to community wellbeing.
🟡 Brodi, a psychology graduate, qualified personal trainer and qualified sports coach, also works as a Support Worker and serves as our Clinical Support Manager. He provides therapy and specialises in engaging youth through tailored physical programs that foster emotional regulation, resilience and confidence.
🟡 Bevan, with a background in Exercise Science and teaching, supports clients using strengths‑based, active approaches that promote wellbeing, motivation, and social development.
🧠 Clinical Excellence at the Core
Every member of the Sky Therapy team works under the guidance of our Clinical Practitioner and Clinical Support Manager to ensure that all supports—whether support work, therapy assistance, counselling, or behavioural strategies—are delivered with the highest standard of clinical oversight and personalised care. This integrated approach strengthens therapeutic outcomes and ensures consistency, safety, and effectiveness across every session.
💬 What We Offer
🟠 Psychological Support & Counselling with an Accredited Clinical and Mental Health Social Worker
🟠 Behaviour Management, including support for anger, domestic violence and complex behaviours
🟠 Outdoor‑based Support Work with qualified male mentors
🟠 Therapy and counselling focused on disability, early childhood, grief and loss
🟠 Play Therapy, including LEGO®‑Based Therapy with qualified facilitators
🟠 Counselling & Early Childhood Support delivered by a qualified counsellor and early childhood practitioner
🟠 Clinical Oversight & Therapeutic Support led by our Clinical Support Manager, in collaboration with our Accredited Clinical and Mental Health Practitioner.
📍 Locations: Woree & Malanda
📞 Flexible Options: School visits, home sessions, video/phone appointments
🚗 We Travel: Malanda, Mossman, Mareeba, Tolga, Ravenshoe and surrounding communities
✨ At Sky Therapy, we believe in empowering individuals and families to overcome challenges, strengthen connections and thrive.
Contact us today: 0497 839 343
info@skytherapy.com.au | www.skytherapy.com.au
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Centacare FNQ provides community-driven and accessible services that make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and the FNQ region.
Support Coordination - Resilience Coaching for Individuals and Groups - Counselling and Therapeutic Supports - Group Activities/Day Program - Other NDIS Registered Activities such as:
Social and Community participation
Mentoring & Peer Support
Community Connection
Specialist Support
Behaviour/Early Childhood
Individual Skills Development & Training
Community Participation
Social Support
Life Skills Development
Community Access
Group Programs
Our overnight respite program offers carers a short-term break from their care giving responsibilities and clients the opportunity to socialise with other guests in a friendly, homely environment. Our employees are on site 24 hours a day, all support services are delivered by qualified and experienced support and all meals are freshly prepared.
Located at the Social Wellbeing Hub situated in a quiet residential area of Holloways Beach. We have made every effort to provide a home from home environment for our guests so as to maintain regular routines.
Centacare Social Wellbeing Hub, 39 Oak Street, Holloways Beach
Phone 07 4055 0890
admin@centacarefnq.org
Eleese Vinter, Vitality events
Individual Art Therapy
Clayfield Therapy
Mental Health Coaching
Wellness Workshops
I am a passionate Creative Therapist, Psychosocial Coach and Registered Educator working in private practice - Vitality Events
I offer individual Art Therapy and Coaching (specializing in Mental Health) for adults and children, and find such methods to be best for supporting personal healing and ways forward.
For over 14 years I have worked with 1:1 adult and child clients across Cairns and FNQ. I am a registered teacher, having facilitated various wellness workshops within the Cairns Mental Health, Education (Primary and High school level), University and Community Service Sector.
I use Jungian psychology, recovery orientated practice and strengths based approaches as modalities that influence my practice.
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Vanessa Kjestrup is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Qualified Counsellor and Teacher. She has over 20 years’ experience working for a range of services, including Department of Child Safety, Wuchopperen, QuIHN, Corrective Services, Good Health Wanganui and Queensland Health. She currently works part-time as a Mental Health and Drug and Alcohol Social Worker in the Emergency department at Cairns base hospital and is the founder of this new and exciting Private practice.
Vanessa completed her Bachelor of Social Work in New Zealand as well as her Post Graduate teaching qualification before moving to Australia to live with her family. Upon moving to Cairns, she completed a Post graduate diploma in counselling, specialising in the field of Addiction, family therapy, grief and loss. She is a current member of the Australia Association of Social Workers.
kjestrupbusiness@gmail.com
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I am a Certified Counsellor (CPCA) based in Cairns, providing individual counselling for adults and young people aged 14 and over.
I work with people who are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, burnt out, stuck, or navigating significant life changes. This can include stress, trauma, grief and loss, addictions, identity shifts, relationship challenges, ongoing emotional pressure, and periods of heightened distress. I also provide short term crisis support counselling when someone is going through an acute or destabilising period and needs steady, structured support. I support NDIS participants where counselling is an appropriate part of their plan.
My approach is trauma informed and grounded in practical, evidence-based therapies including CBT, solution focused therapy, Gestalt therapy, and emotionally focused work. I aim to provide a calm and steady space where you can talk openly about what is happening in your life, make sense of it, and begin building realistic strategies that actually fit your circumstances.
I understand that many people come to counselling feeling exhausted or unsure where to start. Sessions are collaborative and paced in a way that feels manageable. The focus is not on labels or quick fixes, but on helping you feel more regulated, clear, and confident in how you move forward.
Sessions are available in person in Cairns and via secure telehealth. After hours and limited weekend appointments are available.
Areas of support may include:
🔵 stress and burnout
🔵 anxiety and emotional regulation
🔵 low mood and loss of motivation
🔵 identity and life transitions
🔵 boundary challenges
🔵 coping with complex life circumstances
My approach is non-judgemental and supportive. I do not rush the process or impose solutions. I work alongside clients to help them gain clarity, confidence, and a stronger sense of direction.
allan@strongfoundationsupport.com
Delivering 1:1 supports Disability and Mental Health, SIL, STA, Support Coordination, Community Nursing, Counselling.
Support Coordination, helping you get the best out of your plan and delivering coordination with the best resources to ensure you are receiving the best care and living your life the way you want to live.
Your Journey, positive outcomes with everlasting results - Helping you create the life you deserve.
Our experience enables us to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care. We treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples. Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. We promise to be there for you every step of your journey. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. Delivering 1:1 supports In-Home and out in Community. UR Voice, UR Choice. You have the say in how you would like your supports delivered.
We are person centered. All staff are highly skilled, matching staff to you and your needs, you have a say in recruiting your staff.
Servicing areas from: Palm Cove - Gordonvale.
Hours' Mon-Fri: 8.30am - 4.30pm
Referrals: bdm@holisticlifestyleservices.com.au
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At CRAMLI Psychological and Behavioural Services we offer therapeutic and evidence-based interventions to support those affected by severe psychological and behavioural issues.
Our experience enables us to offer effective individualised care. Our staff are qualified Counsellors, Family Therapists, Psychotherapists, Behaviour Analysts and educators with a combined experience of 40 years offering a range of experiences, skills and knowledge.
We have experience working in community welfare work, education, mental health, family violence, addiction, OOHC, child, youth and family services, migration, parenting & family support, perpetrators, trauma and animal-assisted interventions.
Established in 2021, BUSY Health’s mission is to provide quality health support services to improve opportunities for people to achieve their health, lifestyle, training, education or employment goals. BUSY Health’s vision is to Create Healthy Futures by partnering with people with health barriers that impact on their ability to achieve these goals.
BUSY Health employs a range of multidisciplinary specialists such as Counsellors, Exercise Physiologists, Occupational Therapists (General, Mental Health), Psychologists (Provisional, General and Clinical), Psycho-social Recovery Coaches, Social Workers, and Rehabilitation Counsellors, all with the vision to create healthy futures for their clients.
BUSY Health currently provide in person NDIS therapeutic services in Weipa (Psychology), Cairns (Counselling) and Townsville (Psychology and Counselling), as well as telehealth and mobile services from these locations.
We are a registered provider of NDIS 😊 under the following services:
128 – Assessment Recommendation Therapy And/or Training (Incl AT) – Psychology
128 – Assessment Recommendation Therapy And/or Training (Incl AT) – Other Therapy
128 – Assessment Recommendation Therapy And/or Training (Incl AT) – Counselling
128 – Community Engagement Assistance
Enquiries can be sent through either our website, email admin@busyhealth.org.au or phone us.
Accessible and inclusive telehealth counselling based in Cairns.
Melanie has lived experience of disability and chronic illness. Integrative approach tailoring counselling to individual client goals and needs.
Support for anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, grief and coping skills.
Registered counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association (No. 17693).
www.instagram.com/melaniefoulkescounselling
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Stride (formally Aftercare)
🔹 Take 2 - Working with families to provide intensive support for teenage mental health. Take 2 works alongside families with teens who have complex mental health needs – at our place or yours.
Located in Cairns South
Up to 12 months support
Goal setting, mentoring and practical support
Group and individual activities
Referrals to other specialists
Phone: 1300 00 1907 hello@stride.com.au
🔹 Step Up, Step Down - Helping young people transition back into their community
Whether they’ve had a mental health episode or are leaving hospital, young people will have 24/7 help at Step Up, Step Down.
Located in Cairns
Stays usually between 14 and 28 days
Independent living skills
Help with work and study for those with mental health concerns
Drug and alcohol counselling
Manoora QLD 4870
Phone: 1300 00 1907 hello@stride.com.au
🔹 Youth Residential Rehabilitation Service - Accommodation for young people with 24/7 professional support in New South Wales and Queensland
Young people won’t just have a safe place to live at a Stride Transitional Supported Living residence and Youth Residential Rehabilitation Units. They’ll have someone they can count on 24/7 to help them through what they’re feeling.
Located in Seven Hills and in Cairns and surrounds
Ages 14 – 24
High support through to independent living skills
Life, social, travel and money management skills
Exercise programs
Education, training and work opportunities
Phone: 1300 00 1907 hello@stride.com.au
🔹 Therapeutic Supports Clinician
Stride has capacity for new referrals for Therapeutic Supports for NDIS participants.
Tivanee is a social worker who holds registration with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). She is passionate about taking therapy outside a clinical setting and reducing barriers to services.
Tivanee listens to her client’s need and preferences and provides counselling in a safe, non-judgmental space. Trained in Sandplay Therapy and Outdoor Therapy, her approaches allow opportunity for clients to explore feelings and experiences often inaccessible or difficult to express in words. She can offer practical techniques to help people improve overall health and wellbeing, cope and manage their day-to-day, and support their journey of healing and growth.
Tivanee is available for face-to-face sessions in our Cairns office, in home or in a confidential community space utilising the beautiful environment around Cairns.
https://stride.com.au/ndis/therapeutic-support/
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After almost two decades working in education, particularly diversity and inclusion. I have completed a Master of Guidance and Counselling and am now working as a Counsellor. Working with clients 3 to 103.
Appointments now available in office in Malanda or mobile in Atherton, Yungaburra or Tolga. Telehealth appointments are also available on request.
Please call 049 399 8932 or email tablelandscounselling@outlook.com
I am not currently NDIS registered but can provide services to self managed or plan managed participants as a counsellor.
I am registered with ACA.
Counselling regarding all issues for 18yo plus. Good listener. Lateral thinker. Culturally safe. Rich life experience.
Available for face-to-face, phone and remote
NDIS registration: 4-LEG880H
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At Beyond Daily Life, we recognise and value the uniqueness of each client.
Our goal is to provide tailored support that meets our clients where they are at in their journey. At Beyond Daily Life, we provide wrap-around care to empower individuals towards a promising future by understanding their unique needs and aspirations.
We aim to support participants by providing several different services: 1:1 Individual Support, Group-based supports via our social support groups, as well as a mental health counselling service, offered by our in-house Counsellor.
We provide supports in the wider Cairns region - 1:1 support services are typically offered in-home as well as in the Cairns community, our group-based support service is facilitated at our Centre in Cairns City, and counselling is offered both at the centre, as well as via tele-health.
info@beyonddailylife.org
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My name is Jessica Sadlon and I am the founder of True North Support – A Compass for Living. I am here to support you with enhancing the quality of your life, your safety & wellbeing is my priority.
With over 20 years of experience supporting people across diverse settings, including 15 years in the community services sector spanning frontline support through to management. My practice is guided by a person-centred approach, creating safe, inclusive spaces where individuals and communities can explore challenges, build resilience, and achieve meaningful growth.
I am a qualified counsellor, certified life coach, hypnotherapist, communications specialist, and trauma-informed yoga teacher, with additional training in somatic therapies, energy work, detox, nutrition, and myofascial bodywork. A lifelong dedication to personal development has included training with international teachers such as Taoist master Mantak Chia and mentors in the Vajrayana traditions—experiences that deepen my empathy, presence, and effectiveness in professional practice.
Known for my collaborative leadership style, instinctive empathy, and strong communication skills, I have supported individuals, families, organisations, and community groups to find clarity, direction, and resilience. Now based in Far North Queensland, I continue to build opportunities for personal and professional development through inclusive, therapeutic, and practical pathways that empower people to reconnect with their true north, their compass for living.
I offer online counseling services as a registered provider.
I also offer support work ranging from Cairns region, Atherton Tablelands to the Cassowary Coast.
🟡 Diploma in Counselling
🟡 Certified Masters Hypnotherapy
🟡 Certificate IV Community Services
🟡 Certified Masters Timeline Therapist
🟡 Certified Myofascial Massage Therapist
🟡 Certified Level 2 Reiki and Seichim Practitioner Neuro Linguistics Programming (NLP) Life
🟡 Coach Certified Yoga Teacher (trauma informed) RYT 200
Clearances:
🟡 ABN & Insurances
🟡 First Aid CPR
🟡 Blue Card
🟡 Fire Warden
🟡 Tour Guide Permit
🟡 National Police Check
🟡 Registered Counsellor
🟡 Art Therapy
🟡 Walk & Talk Therapy
🟡 Outdoor Excursions
🟡 Meal Prep & Planning
🟡 Nutrition Guidance & Exercise Plans
🟡 Medication Management
🟡 Community & Social Access
🟡 Transport/ Appointments Advocacy
🟡 Support Towards Independent Living
🟡 Increase in Social & Community Participation
🟡 Domestic Duties
🟡 House & Yard Maintenance
🟡 Support to Find & Maintain employment
🟡 Financial planning & Goal setting
Unit 2/Level 1 Food Emporium, Edith Street, Innisfail
Servicing Cairns, Innisfail and remote locations.
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Innate Therapies is an NDIS-registered provider offering compassionate, trauma-informed counselling and therapeutic supports for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Based in Cairns, we service Cairns, Kuranda, Mossman, Cooktown, Innisfail, Mission Beach, Tully, Yarrabah, Pormpuraaw and surrounding regions.
Our team provides individual therapy, behavioural support, early years intervention (Early Childhood Practitioner supports), and education and employment support. We work collaboratively with families, schools, support coordinators and community providers to ensure holistic, strengths-based care.
We also deliver workshops and group programs, including:
🟦 Social and emotional
🟦 Anger management programs for boys and girls
🟦 Self-esteem programs for boys and girls
🟦 Tailored Trauma Informed Sessions
🟦 Parenting programs
Innate Therapies draws from a range of evidence-based and expressive modalities, tailored to each individual’s needs, including:
🟩 Behavioural Support
🟩 Employment/Education Support
🟩 Early Years Intervention
🟩 Sensorimotor Art Therapy
🟩 Clay Field Therapy
🟩 Symbol Work & Sand Play
🟩 Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
🟩 Expressive Therapies
🟩 Play-Based Therapies
🟩 Interplay Therapy
🟩 Solution-Focused Therapy
🟩 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
We recognise that no two individuals are the same. Therapy is thoughtfully adapted to support each person’s goals, strengths and stage of life.