THERAPEUTIC PSYCHOLOGY, NDIS & COUNSELLING
SUPPORT ACROSS THE GOLD COAST & BRISBANE
Tailored Psychological Support for a Healthier State of Mind
At Magnus Health, we understand that each person’s psychological needs are unique, and we are here to provide tailored solutions to promote mental well-being and emotional health.
If you are seeking psychological support, whether for therapy, counselling, or assessments, our dedicated team under Shelley’s leadership is here to support you on your path to greater psychological well-being. Contact us today and embark on your journey towards a healthier and happier state of mind.
Our Director, Shelley Jacks, an established psychologist is deeply committed to assisting individuals who face mental health challenges. Shelley has extensive experience in various areas, including corrections, acute mental health, ABI rehabilitation, and cognitive and intellectual disability in both young adults and adults. In her role as the director of Magnus Health, Shelley Jacks leads a team of talented psychologists and counsellors. She plays a pivotal role in providing guidance and expertise to her colleagues, ensuring the highest standards of care and therapy are met.
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Our Services
Our Psychologists
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Susan Suckling
Psychologist – Beenleigh
Susan has knowledge of a wide range of risk management, assessment and intervention strategies for specific offending behaviours, as well as a broad knowledge of mental health presentations and treatment strategies. Susan has a person-centred approach and is passionate about helping people. Susan has over nine years of practice experience working in many different environments and is a STAP-approved supervisor.
Leshay Tate
Psychologist – Beenleigh & Robina
Leshay has experience in a wide range of areas, including mental health, where she assessed and treated those with depression, anxiety, PTSD, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. Leshay also works with high-risk clients in the forensic setting, providing treatment and reports.
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Farah Yusuf
Psychologist – Beenleigh
Farah is compassionate and approachable. She enjoys working with young people and adults who want to understand themselves better and improve their mental health. Farah strives to create an emotionally safe space for her clients and a connection based on compassion, understanding and optimism.
Elina Symeou
Provisional Psychologist – Beenleigh & Robina
Elle provides a fun and comfortable environment to hold space for you and your story. Her ideal client is anyone who needs an ear to listen and words of support.
Elina has worked with a broad range of clinical presentations including depression, anxiety, grief, clients of ethnic and culturally diverse backgrounds, and has administered psychometric assessments for schooling purposes.
Elina believes that being able to provide people with psychoeducation and understanding empowers us to live better, be better and support each other.
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Jasmin Ryan
Play Therapist/Counsellor – Beenleigh & Robina
Jasmin has worked as a counsellor for 4+ years, and has a special interest in play therapy. Jasmin has found play therapy to be significantly effective for children with trauma and ASD, and values the connections she is able to make with them in the play room. She enjoy’s working with all ages, but particularly enjoys working with clients aged 3-16. You are never to old to release your inner child!
Jodie Mitchell
Psychologist – Beenleigh
Jodie aims to provides a compassionate, safe and holistic space for those on their journey of health and wellbeing. Jodie is interested in conducting assessments and reports for either private, forensic or NDIS purposes.
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Natasha Denny
Psychologist – Beenleigh
Tash is a caring and compassionate psychologist who is committed to creating a nurturing therapeutic environment. She has a professional interest in those currently or historically involved with the criminal justice system and clients with a trauma background.
Medicare Better Access Initiative
Psychology should be available to everyone. However, there can be some barriers to people getting help.
The Medicare Better Access Initiative is an Australian government program that aims to improve access to mental health services for individuals in need. Under this initiative, eligible individuals can receive financial support for a range of psychological treatments and services provided by registered mental health professionals. By reducing financial barriers and facilitating a more integrated healthcare system, the Medicare Better Access Initiative plays a crucial role in enhancing the mental well-being of Australians and ensuring that those in need can access essential mental health services.
The Better Access Initiative allows you to obtain a rebate of $92.90 for up to 10 sessions across the calendar year. To access the rebate, please visit your general practitioner (GP) and ask for a mental health care plan or a referral. This will provide you with an initial six sessions, after which your GP may consent to a further four sessions.
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Contact our team today to book your session – whether that be for psychology, counselling, NDIS, or supervision, we’re here.
Frequently Asked Questions
The process to accessing psychology can be a confusing one!
Got a question? We’re here to help.
The duration of a therapy or counselling session can vary depending on your needs and the service being accessed.
Typically sessions with our psychologists/counsellors are 50 minutes long, whilst play therapy sessions are capped at 45 minutes.
If you are undergoing an assessment or requiring a report it is important to note that the session time will vary depending on the testing being undergone and the amount of information providing prior to the initial consult.
The duration of therapy varies depending on individual needs and goals. Some people may benefit from short-term counseling, while others may engage in longer-term therapy.
In the initial sessions with your psychologist, you will develop a plan as to what you want to work towards and create goals and timelines. These things can shift as therapy progresses.
Some issues may only require brief interventions while others may be more complex and require more time.
As when starting most new things we will need to go through some paperwork with you. This includes an intake form, consent form, any initial assessment tools and other important details regarding the session.
Initially you and your psychologist will discuss why you have sought treatment, your concerns, personal circumstance, challenges and your goals.
You may be experiencing some feelings of overwhelm or uncertainty of what to discuss, but our psychologists are very experienced and know what questions to ask. It’s also an opportunity to discuss the therapeutic process and establish rapport.
Yes, we offer telehealth sessions for clients who prefer remote sessions. This option allows for greater flexibility and accessibility.
We use a reliable and secure telehealth platform and set this up very easily if preferred including initial appointments. Let us know if you cannot attend in person and we will arrange a telehealth session for you.
No you do not need a referral to see any member of our therapeutic team.
However, you will only be eligible for a Medicare Rebate if you have obtained a GP referral (also known as a Mental Health Care Plan) and are seeing a Registered Psychologists.
Our Provisional Psychologists do not offer any rebates so we charge a reduced fee of $130 per session.
Yes, therapy is confidential, and your privacy is protected. However, there are some legal and ethical exceptions to confidentiality, which your therapist will explain.
We understand that confidentiality and privacy can be a concern. Any information you supply to use either through reports, directly in session or email are stored appropriately and safely. Our Psychologists are required to adhere to a number of policies, rules and guidelines that protect the personal information of our clients and family members.
The information we collect includes but is not limited to any case notes, records, test results, communication, or reports. We will obtain consent from you if we are seeking to disclose information to relevant third parties (i.e. lawyers, GPs, specialists)
Psychologists focus on talk therapy and counseling, while psychiatrists can prescribe medication in addition to therapy.
Absolutely, therapy can be highly effective for children and adolescents. Young individuals often face unique emotional and developmental challenges, and therapy provides a safe and supportive environment for them to express their feelings and work through various issues. In particular, play therapy, a specialised form of therapy for children, can be particularly effective. Play therapy uses play and creative activities to help children communicate, explore their emotions, and develop coping skills. It can address a wide range of concerns, including behavioral problems, anxiety, depression, trauma, and more. Our skilled therapists are experienced in working with young clients, tailoring their approach to meet the specific needs of children and adolescents, ultimately promoting their emotional well-being and personal growth.