Is Protea Psychology a registered NDIS provider?

Protea Psychology 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 Protea Psychology provide?

Protea Psychology provides Psychology and Behavioural Support.

Which areas does Protea Psychology cover?

Protea Psychology is based in KOLENDO, SA.

How do I connect with Protea Psychology?

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

What ages does Protea Psychology work with?

Protea Psychology works with individuals, couples and families of all ages, including children and adolescents.

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.

Protea Psychology · Psychology · KOLENDO, SA

Our approach

Protea Psychology uses a collaborative, client-centred approach tailored to each person's unique needs and goals. The psychologist works with you to develop a shared understanding of your circumstances and concerns, then creates a personalised treatment plan together. Sessions draw on a range of evidence-based psychological frameworks to address issues like anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and parenting challenges. The aim is to cultivate insight, understanding and practical strategies that empower you towards lasting change. Each session lasts 50 minutes and provides a supportive space where your psychologist listens, understands and guides you with authenticity and compassion.

Meet the team

Theo Naidoo is the Director and Principal Clinical Psychologist at Protea Psychology. He is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and is a member of the Australian Psychological Society, with qualifications to work with Medicare, WorkSafe, DVA, VVCS, TAC and VOCAT clients. Theo brings multisector clinical and research experience combined with a warm and nurturing nature. He works collaboratively with clients across the lifespan, drawing on a range of psychological frameworks to tailor therapy to each person's needs and goals, with a focus on cultivating insight and empowering meaningful change.

Your first visit

The first session is designed to be comfortable and is a time for mutual connection—your psychologist learns about you, your concerns and what you hope to achieve, while you get a sense of who they are and how they work. This helps both of you determine whether there's a good fit for your needs. Once you both have a shared understanding of your current circumstances, you'll work together to develop a collaborative treatment plan to support you towards your therapy goals. Your psychologist will also discuss what you hope to achieve and the anticipated timeframe for therapy, which can be reviewed as you progress.

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