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Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (PAAW)

8/120 Sutton St, Redcliffe QLD 4020

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About Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (PAAW)

Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (P.A.A.W.) is a multi-disciplinary practice where clinicians work with professionally trained and assessed therapy dogs, providing evidence-based and best practice therapies with the involvement of canines where clinically warranted. They work with clients from ages 4 years to older adult with a range of presenting issues.

What's offered

  • Clinic sessions

Services provided

Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (PAAW) lists

Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT)
Evidence-based therapeutic modalities (counselling, IPT, CBT etc.) provided by clinicians with the assistance of appropriately trained therapy animals.
Depression & Anxiety Treatment
Counseling and treatment to help clients recover motivation, perspective, and joy through addressing depression, fear, and anxiety.
Autism & ADHD Support
Experienced psychologists working with neurodiversity in children, teens & adults.
Animal Assisted Kids Social Skills Groups
Kids groups run all term, every term, with therapy dogs co-facilitating the sessions.
NDIS Services
Accepts self-managed and plan-managed NDIS referrals.

Get to know Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (PAAW)

From Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (PAAW)'s website.

  • Our approach

    Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) is delivered by experienced clinicians who work alongside professionally trained and assessed therapy dogs to support the therapeutic process. Sessions incorporate evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as counselling, Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), tailored to each client's needs. The involvement of therapy dogs is determined by clinical judgment, used where it is warranted to enhance the therapeutic work. The practice is multi-disciplinary, meaning your clinician will draw on their specific training and expertise to create a supportive healing environment. Whether working with depression, anxiety, autism, ADHD, or other presenting issues, the approach combines psychological expertise with the benefits of human-animal interaction.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (PAAW) a registered NDIS provider?

Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (PAAW) is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. Contact them to ask if they accept NDIS participants and which plan types (self-managed or plan-managed).

What services does Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (PAAW) provide?

Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (PAAW) provides Psychology and Behavioural Support.

Which areas does Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (PAAW) cover?

Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (PAAW) is based in Redcliffe, QLD.

How do I connect with Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (PAAW)?

You can call +61 7 3283 1449 and visit their website.

What ages does Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (PAAW) work with?

The provider works with children from 4 years of age upwards, including teens and older adults.Based on Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing (PAAW)'s website

How do Medicare rebates for psychology work?

Your GP can prepare a Mental Health Treatment 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 Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral from a GP 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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