Is Active Health Psychology, Townsville Psychologist a registered NDIS provider?

Active Health Psychology, Townsville Psychologist is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. They may still support plan-managed or self-managed NDIS participants — contact them to confirm.

What services does Active Health Psychology, Townsville Psychologist provide?

Active Health Psychology, Townsville Psychologist provides Psychology, Behavioural Support, Autism Assessment and ADHD Assessment.

Which areas does Active Health Psychology, Townsville Psychologist cover?

Active Health Psychology, Townsville Psychologist is based in Douglas, QLD.

How do I connect with Active Health Psychology, Townsville Psychologist?

You can call +61 435 954 202 and visit their website, or send an enquiry through EarlyBloom — it goes straight to the provider and is always free for families.

How do Medicare rebates for psychology work?

Your GP can prepare a Mental Health Care Plan and referral, which lets you claim a Medicare rebate for a set number of sessions per calendar year. The exact number and rebate are set by Medicare.

Do we need a referral?

Not to see a psychologist privately. A GP Mental Health Care Plan and referral are needed to claim Medicare rebates.

When should I consider a psychologist for my child?

If worries, mood, or behaviour are affecting your child's daily life, friendships, or learning, an assessment can help clarify what support would suit.

Is psychology covered by the NDIS?

It can be, where psychological support relates to a participant's disability and plan goals.

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Q: What ages does Active Health Psychology, Townsville Psychologist work with?

Active Health Psychology works with children aged 0–12 years, adolescents aged 13–17 years, adults aged 18 and over, and families.

What Active helps with

Active Psychology

Sessions that implement exercise, movement and enjoyable activities alongside counselling to support individuals in activating their mind and body.

Traditional Psychology

Face-to-face counselling sessions in a non-judgmental and supportive environment.

Diagnostic Assessments

A thorough evaluation by a psychologist using standardised tests, interviews and observation to understand a person's cognitive, emotional and behavioural functioning. Results inform diagnosis and guide recommendations for therapy, school adjustments and support services.

Performance Psychology

Support for peak performance and sports psychology.

Supervision for Clinicians

Supervision services for clinicians.

Group Programs

Therapy delivered to small groups of children or adults with similar goals, allowing participants to practise skills, build connections and learn from shared experiences. Groups are facilitated by a qualified therapist and can cover areas such as social skills, emotional regulation or anxiety management.

EMDR Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapy for trauma and PTSD. Using bilateral stimulation (typically eye movements), it helps the brain reprocess distressing memories so they no longer cause intense emotional reactions.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

A structured, evidence-based therapy that helps people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. CBT is widely used for anxiety, depression, OCD and many other mental health challenges, and has strong evidence for both children and adults.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

A mindfulness-based psychological therapy that teaches people to accept difficult thoughts and feelings rather than fighting them, and to commit to actions aligned with their values. ACT is effective for anxiety, depression, chronic pain and many other conditions.

Art and Play Therapy

Art and play therapy for children with trauma, ASD and other difficulties.

Parenting Support

Guidance and skill-building for parents and carers to better understand their child's development, manage challenging behaviours and build a warm, secure relationship. Programs may be one-on-one or delivered in groups and draw on evidence-based frameworks tailored to the family's needs.

Our approach

Active Health Psychology uses an evidence-based approach grounded in research and clinical best practice. Their signature offering is Active Psychology, which uniquely combines psychological intervention with movement and exercise—including walk and talk sessions, exercise-integrated therapy, and mind-body integration interventions. This approach recognizes that mental health lives in the whole body, not just the mind, and that movement changes brain chemistry in ways talking alone cannot. Sessions are designed to meet you where you thrive, whether that's in natural environments or through structured physical activity integrated into your therapeutic plan. The practice also leads with strengths, building from what clients are already good at rather than focusing solely on what's wrong.

Working with families

The practice emphasizes collaborative care, working hand-in-hand with parents, carers, GPs, coaches, and allied health team members to provide seamless support. Confidentiality is fundamental, and your psychologist will explain privacy boundaries clearly in your first session. The practice offers family services alongside individual support for children and adolescents, recognizing that whole-family approaches are often important. During your initial contact, you'll have a no-pressure chat with the team to discuss your situation, and they'll guide you through next steps and how family involvement fits into your care plan.

Meet the team

The team includes Reece Danaher (Principal Psychologist), Rebecca and Naomi (Registered Psychologists), and Tara (Provisional Psychologist). All are registered with AHPRA and provide evidence-based psychological support. The team has different specialties, styles, and approaches, and the practice takes care to match clients with the right psychologist from day one based on individual needs and circumstances rather than just assigning whoever is available. The team works collaboratively with GPs, coaches, and allied health providers to ensure seamless, coordinated care.

Your first visit

Your first appointment is a 50-minute intake session where your psychologist takes time to understand your situation, goals, and what brought you in. There's no pressure and no homework—it's a conversation rather than a formal assessment. Your psychologist will listen to what's going on without expecting you to have everything figured out, and by the end of the session you'll have a clear plan for moving forward and know exactly what to expect. The practice aims to make the process as simple and straightforward as possible, with no jargon or complicated procedures.

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