A warm & safe space to support your mental health journey & help improve your quality of life through evidence-based, tailored therapy

About Gae

Counselling and therapy services near me

I provide a comfortable and secure environment to strengthen the psychological well-being and improve the lifestyle of my clients. I am a registered psychologist working in a bespoke private practice in Ferny Grove, Queensland. I offer counselling/therapy, coaching, and assessment services. Many of my clients seek professional support for trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, decision-making, major life transitions, self-awareness, and self-management skill development. All the work I do is uniquely tailored to each client’s individual goals and challenges.

How I Can Support You

Counselling & Therapy

Counselling and therapy services are tailored to meet the unique needs of adults experiencing challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, decision making difficulties, and self-awareness issues. These services focus on skill development for emotional resilience, ensuring that the process is both efficient and effective in achieving identified goals and measurable outcomes.

Psychology Treatment at Ferny Grove Psychologist, Gae Larkin-Hill

First Responders and Defence Personnel

I have extensive experience supporting individuals from emergency services and Defence; including veterans and veterans' families . Many of my clients seek help for PTSD, trauma related issues, and the effects of intense and threatening situations. My sensitive, trauma-informed approach meets you where you are, whether you need space to process experiences, rebuild coping strategies, or simply feel.

Psychological Assessments

Gae Larkin-Hill Psychology regularly provides professional psychological assessments for organisations such as QPS and WorkCover. These may include evaluations related to mental health, return-to-work readiness, or treatment recommendations.

A Personalised Approach to Mental Health

At Gae Larkin-Hill Psychology, we are dedicated to offering a diverse range of psychological wellbeing solutions. Our treatment modalities include:

Psychology Treatment Types at Ferny Grove Psychologist, Gae Larkin-Hill

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

CBT is a type of therapy that can help with both psychological and physical health problems, focusing on how your thoughts and beliefs affect your actions and how you feel. For more information, see here.

Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR)

EMDR is a psychotherapy treatment that is designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories. For more information, see here.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an evidence-based program designed to reduce stress & enhance wellbeing through mindfulness practices. For more information, see here.

Acceptance + Commitment Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to embrace their thoughts and feelings rather than fighting or feeling guilty for them. For more information, see here.

Schema Therapy

A schema is a pattern of behaviours or thoughts that is developed early in life which we apply in adulthood. Schema Therapy aims to identify problematic schemas. For more information, see here.

Strength lies in seeking help.
Your journey to healing can start here

Funding Pathways

Consult Fees

Standard Consultation (50mins): $225

Private Health Insurance & Medicare facilities available. Please check with your private health provider for eligibility. Medicare rebates are available through GP mental health care plans.

Referrals

Referrals and appointments are welcome through:

Mental Health Care Plans
DVA + Defence (incl. Open Arms)
QPS Self Refer
WorkCover
Private bookings
Select Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)