The Mood & Mind Centre Psychology Clinic

Get to know The Mood & Mind Centre Psychology Clinic

From The Mood & Mind Centre Psychology Clinic's website.

• Our approach

  The Mood & Mind Centre uses evidence-based psychological support delivered with warmth and genuine care. Sessions are tailored to each child's unique needs and personal goals, with psychologists trained to provide support in age-appropriate, friendly settings. The practice is built on clinical excellence and kindness, creating a safe space where children feel heard and understood. Individual one-on-one therapy allows psychologists to collaboratively design treatment plans with families, helping children build coping strategies and gain insight at their own pace. The team values warm and positive relationships, striving to make every child and family feel welcome and supported throughout their journey.

• Working with families

  Parents and carers are central to the treatment process, with psychologists working collaboratively with families to design and guide each child's care plan. The practice values warm and positive relationships with clients and actively involves families in understanding their child's needs and progress. Your psychologist will work with you from the initial session onwards, ensuring you feel heard and supported as part of your child's therapeutic journey. The team creates a safe space where everyone is welcome, recognising that family involvement and communication are essential to achieving lasting change. Regular contact and partnership with parents helps ensure that coping strategies and insights gained in sessions translate into real-world progress.

• Meet the team

  The team is a diverse group of skilled, compassionate psychologists united by their commitment to clinical excellence and professional growth. Leadership includes Irene Vermooten (Director, Clinical Psychologist & Board Approved Supervisor), Colette Dekker (Senior Registered Psychologist & Head of Team Wellness), and Dr Melina West Rogers (Clinical Psychologist & Head of Training and Assessments), along with several Board Approved Supervisors. The practice includes Clinical Psychologists, Senior Registered Psychologists, Registered Psychologists, Clinical Registrars, and Provisional Psychologists, collectively specialising in anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, autism/ASD, and children & family work. Support staff including a Practice Manager and dedicated reception team ensure smooth running of the practice. All psychologists are registered professionals committed to evidence-based care and continuous learning.

• Your first visit

  Your first session is a chance for the psychologist to understand your child's needs and collaboratively design a personalised treatment plan together. You can book online through their portal or call 07 5573 2200, and the friendly team will match your child with the right psychologist. The initial appointment focuses on getting to know your child, learning about their concerns, and establishing the foundation for ongoing support. Sessions can be held at either the Hope Island or Upper Coomera clinic, or via secure telehealth video if that works better for your family. The psychologist will work with you to determine the best approach and frequency of sessions to support your child's needs.