Solasta Christies Beach
Kaurna Country, 5/50 Esplanade, Christies Beach SA 5165
- Clinic
About Solasta Christies Beach
Solasta is a Social Enterprise and part of the Sonder family, a not-for-profit South Australian NGO with a social purpose to improve the lives of underserved community members by providing high quality, accessible care. We offer a range of psychology, counselling, therapy and assessment services for adults, children, young people and their families, providing strength-focused, individualised support to help you improve your wellbeing, reach your goals and shine your brightest.
What's offered
Clinic sessions
Services provided
Solasta Christies Beach lists
- Psychological Therapy
- Evidence-based psychological therapy for children, adolescents, and adults addressing a range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation, and behavioural concerns.
- Counselling
- Counselling services for children, young people, and adults to support mental health and wellbeing.
- Psychoeducational Assessments
- Comprehensive assessments for learning difficulties, intellectual disability, specific learning disorders, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder diagnosis.
- Psychiatric Assessment and Treatment
- Comprehensive psychiatric assessments for children and young people up to age 18, including diagnostic assessments and treatment advice.
- Paediatric Services
- General paediatric care managing complex illnesses and developmental conditions including autism spectrum disorder and ADHD.
- Dragons of the Spectrum
- A structured, play-based social skills program designed to build teamwork, communication, and problem-solving.
Get to know Solasta Christies Beach
From Solasta Christies Beach's website.
Our approach
Solasta uses a strength-focused, individualised approach drawing on evidence-based therapeutic methods. Staff members employ a range of approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and other evidence-based techniques tailored to each person's needs. Sessions are collaborative and non-judgemental, with therapists working to build insight and understanding while developing new ways to manage difficulties. The team is passionate about recognising and building on each person's strengths while respecting individual choice, and many staff members specifically adapt their approach to fit each client's learning style, age and interests.
Working with families
The team works collaboratively with families and carers throughout the therapy process. Staff members consult with parents and carers to understand children's needs and develop effective strategies that can be used across home and school settings. Many psychologists specifically mention working with families and schools to foster children's social and emotional wellbeing, and the team frequently provides training and support to families, teachers and support staff. The collaborative, non-judgemental approach extends to regular communication with families as part of the therapeutic partnership.
Meet the team
Solasta's team at Christies Beach includes experienced clinical psychologists and other health professionals. Key team members include Rochelle Hay (Manager, over 25 years' experience in clinical roles, specialising in autism and psychoeducational assessments), Lisa Chisholm (Clinical Psychologist experienced in assessments, family work and trauma), Nataly Veal (Clinical Psychologist with expertise in autism, ADHD and psychoeducational assessments, who provides clinical supervision), and Dr Sadia Chaudry (Paediatrician with over 14 years' experience). All psychologists hold registration with the Psychology Board of Australia, and the team is committed to providing personalised, strength-focused service.
Locations & areas served
Christies Beach
Kaurna Country, 5/50 Esplanade, Christies Beach SA 5165
Get directions to Christies Beach (opens Google Maps in a new tab)Opening hours
- Mon–Fri
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Sat–Sun
- Closed
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