100 resources, with the 17 curator-vetted options first. Additional resources are distinguished from the original collection. Each profile explains its review status.
Check the age and suitability requirements for your chosen program. Source
Costs & funding
Some programs are free. Other self-enrolled programs cost $59 AUD; a clinician prescription provides free access. Source
How to access
Enrol online, or ask your GP or clinician to prescribe a program. Source
Hours & availability
Self-paced access online; technical support is separate. Source
Connect
Online
Area
Online · Australia
What it offers
A joint initiative of St Vincent’s Hospital and UNSW, THIS WAY UP provides online cognitive behavioural therapy programs. Programs use lessons and practice activities and typically take 4–12 weeks. You can work independently or have your own clinician monitor your progress. Source
Before you start
Self-guided access does not include personal clinical support. The program selection tool is not a diagnosis. Ask your treating clinician about suitability if you need more support or have a complex condition. Source
Good to knowThis is not a crisis service. Clinician-prescribed access belongs alongside the care you already receive.
Tuggerah: people aged 16+. Gosford: age criteria conflict between listings; call to confirm, especially for ages 16–17. SourceSourceSource
Costs & funding
Free. A Mental Health Treatment Plan is not required. Tuggerah explicitly states that no Medicare card is required. SourceSource
How to access
Gosford interim service: phone first for an appointment. Tuggerah: walk in during opening hours or book directly. SourceSource
Hours & availability
Gosford: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, excluding public holidays, by appointment. Tuggerah: Mon–Wed & Fri 8:30am–5pm; Thu 11am–7pm; Sat–Sun 10am–3pm. SourceSource
Connect
In person
Area
West Gosford · Tuggerah
What to expect
Centres help with distress through assessment, treatment and connection to other services. At Tuggerah, options include counselling, peer work, family support and care navigation; an intake conversation helps develop a wellbeing plan. Source
Gosford needs a call first
The national Gosford page combines general walk-in language with appointment-only local hours. WayAhead specifically describes an interim, appointment-only service. Beam Health confirms its West Gosford address and funded Medicare Mental Health program. Source
Where to go
Gosford interim service · Beam Health
Level 1, 69 Central Coast Highway, West Gosford NSW 2250 Source
Confirm the suite when booking. Direct enquiries: 02 4954 9333.
Tuggerah · Grand Pacific Health
Unit 3A, 152–156 Pacific Highway, Tuggerah NSW 2259 Source
Direct enquiries: 02 4316 9800.
Good to knowGosford’s national listing says 18+; WayAhead says 16+. Do not assume walk-in access at the interim site. National line hours are generally weekdays 8:30am–5pm; confirm local arrangements.
Adults affected by mental illness and their support people; family and carer offerings vary. SourceSource
Costs & funding
Carer counselling is free. Activity costs can vary; ask about the program you want to join. SourceSource
How to access
Contact the team yourself, or ask a supporter to get in touch. The Trust does not require an NDIS plan. Source
Hours & availability
General contact: Mon–Thu 9am–4:30pm. The Trust open access: Mon 9:30am–12:30pm and Wed 9:30am–2pm. Confirm current activity times. SourceSource
Connect
In person
Area
Narara · Bateau Bay
Community support
The Trust at Narara offers peer-led opportunities to connect, learn skills and take part in creative activities. Yakkalla at Bateau Bay offers social, recreational and educational activities shaped by its members, including art, music and wellness groups. Source
Support for carers
Free confidential carer counselling is based at Lerida House. Family and kinship-carer support is also described on the provider’s website. Contact the team about which program fits your caring role. Source
Good to knowThis listing is for Central Coast ARAFMI in NSW. It is a different organisation from Queensland’s Arafmi. Confirm activity fees and access needs directly.
A trained mental health professional asks questions about what is happening, your needs and available support. They can suggest next steps and refer to NSW Health mental health services when appropriate. Source
Central Coast access
Central Coast Local Health District directs people to this line to reach its mental health service. It is an access and assessment route; it does not guarantee an appointment, admission or visit by a particular team. Source
Good to knowFor an emergency response or urgent medical attention, call 000 or go to the nearest emergency department. Interpreter access is explained on the NSW Health page.
Ask the Mental Health Line about local assessment or follow the arrangements made by your hospital team. Source
Hours & availability
WayAhead lists 8:30am–9pm daily, last updated June 2025. Current team hours need confirmation. The access line is available 24/7. Source
Connect
In person · Phone
Area
Central Coast · Arranged care
What the team does
The service directory describes face-to-face assessments and crisis interventions in the community, a person’s home or a health facility, plus short-term care and post-discharge follow-up. The district’s older factsheet describes the same role. Source
How to reach the service
Use the current NSW Health access route to discuss your situation. The Gosford Mental Health Centre’s general enquiry number is not a dedicated Acute Care Team intake line. No separate, current public walk-in address was established for the team. Source
Good to knowThe historical district factsheet is background, not proof of current hours. A home visit or hospital admission depends on assessment; neither is guaranteed.
Children, teens, adults, couples and families; the right practitioner depends on your needs. Source
Costs & funding
Published 50-minute fees start at $250 for general psychologists and $280 for clinical psychologists. Lower-fee intern and counsellor options are listed. Initial appointments cost more; an after-hours surcharge applies. Ask for a current quote. Source
How to access
Call the client care team or submit a new-client enquiry. A referral is not needed for private payment; eligible Medicare rebates need the appropriate plan and referral. Source
Hours & availability
Appointments across Mon–Sat. Phone hours: Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm; Sat 8am–4pm. Confirm your appointment time. Source
Connect
In person · Online
Area
Erina · West Gosford · Telehealth
Finding a practitioner
The client care team can discuss your needs and match you with an appropriate practitioner. The practice offers therapy for a range of mental health concerns; availability, assessments and telehealth arrangements depend on the clinician. Source
Understanding the fee
Fees vary by practitioner and appointment type. Medicare rebates do not apply to every practitioner or service; the clinic specifically excludes provisional psychologists, counsellors and couples therapy. Cancellation fees apply. Source
Suite 2.4, 69A Central Coast Highway, West Gosford NSW 2250 Source
Provider lists lift access and free parking.
Good to knowDifferent opening hours appear within the provider’s pages. Use your booking confirmation. Published rebate dollar amounts have not been treated as a current Medicare entitlement.
Anyone wanting to discuss a mental health concern, including physical symptoms or medication. Source
Costs & funding
Ask your practice about fees and bulk billing. Eligible treatment plans can support Medicare rebates for selected therapy services; rebates may cover only part of the cost. Source
How to access
Book directly with your practice and ask for a longer mental health appointment. Source
Hours & availability
Varies by practice. This guide does not list a particular GP. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Your usual general practice
What to discuss
A GP can assess your mental health, consider physical health and current treatment, discuss medication when appropriate, and refer you for therapy or specialist assessment. They can help decide whether a Mental Health Treatment Plan is suitable. Source
Physical health and testing
Tell your GP about fatigue, sleep, physical symptoms and medicines or supplements. Testing is guided by the clinical assessment; for example, thyroid tests may be recommended when thyroid symptoms are present. There is no universal “full blood check” that diagnoses or excludes every cause of mental health symptoms. Source
Before your visit
Write down what has changed, how it affects daily life, what you want help with and questions about treatment. You can ask to bring a support person. Source
Good to knowMedication and testing are individual clinical decisions. Ask about the benefits, side effects and follow-up arrangements for any proposed treatment.
A service focused on rural access. Central Coast residents should confirm eligibility and psychologist availability for their circumstances. Source
Costs & funding
Three options: bulk billing for eligible healthcare-card holders or hardship; a reduced gap; or the psychologist’s usual fee. Medicare support requires a GP referral and Mental Health Treatment Plan. Source
How to access
Contact the service to discuss options. GPs can send referrals and plans to referrals@ruralhealthconnect.com.au or fax 07 4573 1100. Source
Hours & availability
Appointments by arrangement. Confirm administration hours and current waiting times. Source
Connect
Phone · Online
Area
Phone & video · Ask about eligibility
Care without travel
Consultations are delivered by video on a smartphone or computer, or by telephone. The referral process also includes options for NDIS participants and case managers to discuss suitable psychologists. Source
Clarify the funding pathway
The provider aims to make psychology affordable, but bulk billing is conditional. Confirm the psychologist’s fee, any gap, Medicare eligibility and the correct referral pathway before your first session. Source
Good to knowPublished Medicare rebate dollar amounts on the pricing page may be old, so they are not reproduced here. Do not assume all Central Coast residents qualify for every rural or funded program.
Everyone in Australia seeking support or information about mental health. Source
Costs & funding
Counselling and webchat are free; local call costs may apply to telephone calls. Source
How to access
Call directly or start a webchat on the provider’s site. You do not have to give your real name in webchat. Source
Hours & availability
Telephone and webchat counselling: 24/7. Online resources are available anytime. Source
Connect
Phone · Online
Area
Phone & online · Australia
Two ways to use Beyond Blue
You can start with information and the online peer community, or talk with a counsellor if you feel overwhelmed or unsure where to begin. Counsellors offer brief support and help you identify further services. Source
What kind of care is this?
The support service provides brief telephone or online counselling rather than an ongoing course of therapy. Translation and hearing or speech access options are explained on the provider’s contact page. Source
Good to knowBeyond Blue appears at two levels because it offers both self-directed information and live counselling. These are different ways to connect with the same organisation.
Lifeline offers non-judgmental crisis support and suicide prevention through telephone, SMS and webchat. You can reach out when things feel overwhelming or you need someone to hear you. Source
Good to knowYou can use crisis support at any point. If someone is in immediate danger or needs urgent medical attention, call 000.
People needing emergency medical care, including a mental health emergency. Source
Costs & funding
Public hospital. Ask the hospital about any charges relevant to your eligibility and circumstances. Source
How to access
For immediate danger call 000, or attend the nearest emergency department. Do not wait for a routine referral. Source
Hours & availability
Emergency access day and night. Hospital switchboard: 02 4320 2111 (general enquiries, not emergency dispatch). Source
Connect
In person
Area
Gosford Hospital
Emergency access
Central Coast Local Health District identifies emergency departments at Gosford and Wyong hospitals. Its mental health service directs people needing urgent medical attention or an emergency response to 000 or the closest emergency department. Source
Getting to the right entrance
The Gosford emergency entrance is on Ambulance Road off Holden Street North. Use the hospital’s current access instructions. Woy Woy Hospital and Long Jetty Healthcare Centre do not have emergency departments. Source
Where to go
Gosford Hospital Emergency Department
Ambulance Road, off Holden Street North, Gosford NSW 2250 Source
The emergency entrance differs from the hospital’s main Showground Road approach.
Good to knowYou do not need to progress through the diagram before getting emergency care. Emergency assessment does not automatically mean admission.
People whose needs fit a day or inpatient program, as determined through intake assessment. Source
Costs & funding
Intake assessment is free. Treatment costs depend on funding and the program; intake checks insurance and discusses out-of-pocket expenses. Request a quote before committing. Source
How to access
Inpatient care needs a GP, psychiatrist or hospital referral. Day programs need a GP or psychiatrist referral. SourceSource
Hours & availability
Intake and scheduled program times: confirm directly. Current places and waiting times are not independently verified. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Brisbane Waters Private Hospital · Woy Woy
Structured day programs
The clinic describes 12-week, half-day programs, including cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, PTSD and addiction support. Program selection depends on your needs. Source
Inpatient care
Intake includes a confidential telephone assessment, described as 30–45 minutes. The team recommends an appropriate program and arranges an admission date and treating psychiatrist after assessment. The clinic offers inpatient treatment for a range of mental health conditions. Source
Good to knowThis clinic appears at two levels because a day program and an inpatient stay involve different amounts of care. Provider claims about immediate availability should be confirmed directly.
General adult psychiatry; the profile also lists youth mental health interests. Confirm age eligibility and clinical fit. Source
Costs & funding
A current consultation fee schedule was not found. Ask about initial and review fees, Medicare eligibility and any gap. Source
How to access
Ask your GP for a referral and contact the consulting suites to check current appointments. Source
Hours & availability
By appointment. Current waiting times and telehealth availability need confirmation. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Woy Woy · Consulting rooms
Areas of practice
The clinic lists interests including anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, ADHD and neurodevelopmental conditions. The profile describes psychotherapy training and experience with ECT and TMS. Source
Confirming the original name
The original list says “Dr Ramasinghe”. The likely local match is Dr Wimaladharma Ranasinghe, also called Dr Rana, whose hospital and clinic profiles agree. Confirm the intended practitioner when arranging the referral. Source
Good to knowThe name match remains an inference. Listed interests do not guarantee acceptance for every condition or age group. Profile qualifications are provider-reported, not a fresh registration check.
Anyone seeking support for distress or suicidal thoughts. Source
Costs & funding
Free. No referral, appointment or Medicare card required. SourceSource
How to access
Walk in during opening hours. A peer worker welcomes visitors. Source
Hours & availability
Monday–Friday, 9am–4:30pm, as listed by Central Coast Local Health District. Confirm holiday arrangements. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Gosford Hospital grounds
What the space is for
Visitors can talk with a peer worker, have a cuppa or spend time quietly, including in an outdoor area. The service is described as an alternative setting for support during distress. Source
Where to go
Gosford Safe Haven
Corner of Ambulance Road and Holden Street, Gosford Hospital grounds, NSW 2250 Source
Good to knowSafe Haven is not a 24-hour service or emergency medical department. If urgent medical treatment is needed, use emergency care. A direct Safe Haven phone number was not confirmed.
People seeking coaching; couples coaching is also offered. Confirm suitability and age requirements. Source
Costs & funding
The coaching page lists $160 AUD for a single session and a 20% discount for a three-session bundle. A free introductory call is offered. Source
How to access
Book through the provider’s website or email to discuss fit and the in-person location. Source
Hours & availability
By appointment. Sessions are described as one hour, online or in person. Source
Connect
In person · Online
Area
Central Coast · Online
What is offered
Coaching blends elements of holistic counselling, life coaching, meditation and somatic practices. The provider describes a needs-focused approach, practical exercises and resources to use between sessions. Source
Location and identity
The website identifies the practitioner as Epiphany Mason and the service as Central Coast based. It does not publish a clear appointment address on its contact page. The supplied website resolves the original “Epiphany Swans Therapy” entry. Source
Good to knowListed as coaching, not a psychiatry or registered psychology service. Outcomes described in provider marketing are not independently verified. Confirm qualifications, suitability and fees before booking.
Adult services plus youth-focused offerings; discuss suitability with the practitioner. Source
Costs & funding
Published adult hypnotherapy/counselling and resource therapy sessions: $120 for 1.5 hours. RTT package: $480. Other services have different prices; confirm the current quote. Source
How to access
Arrange a free 15-minute introductory chat through the website. Source
Hours & availability
By appointment; some sessions can be delivered online. Source
Connect
In person · Online
Area
Ourimbah · Online
Approach and scope
The provider describes hypnosis, parts-oriented resource therapy and counselling. The website also advertises other holistic offerings. The practitioner reports a diploma in clinical hypnotherapy and resource therapy. Source
Before choosing this option
Ask about the proposed technique, practitioner credentials, the evidence for your particular concern and how the work would coordinate with existing clinical care. Fees and the address should be confirmed at booking. Source
Good to know*The $120 figure refers to the listed adult 1.5-hour sessions. Provider claims about rapid transformation are not established outcomes for an individual. This listing does not establish medical or psychologist registration, or Medicare rebates.
Individuals seeking psychotherapy. Confirm age range, suitability and current availability. Source
Costs & funding
Directory-listed sliding scale of $120–$220, depending on income. Session length and any rebate eligibility need confirmation. Source
How to access
Contact Lisa directly to arrange an appointment and confirm the Wagstaffe address. Source
Hours & availability
The directory lists appointments between 9am and 7pm; operating days are not specified. Source
Connect
In person · Phone · Online
Area
Wagstaffe · Phone & video
What the profile describes
The listing describes somatic psychotherapy, counselling and clinical supervision, with in-person, phone and video consultations. It lists English and German, and a clinical association with PACFA. Source
Street address supplied by the practitioner when arranging a session.
Good to knowInformation comes from a practitioner directory. Fees, association status and availability have not been independently confirmed. Somatic psychotherapy is not the same qualification as registered psychology or psychiatry; no Medicare rebate is assumed.
Sources reviewed 14 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Additional resources
Information & self-help
MindSpot
Additional resource
Added 15 September 2026 from the supplied expanded list; details have not been independently reviewed.
Free online mental health assessment and structured CBT-based treatment courses for anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD and related problems. Therapist support and some teletherapy options are available.
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
Online
Area
Phone / online access · confirm eligibility
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Call Medicare Mental Health and ask about Check In. A trained professional helps assess suitability; no diagnosis or referral is required. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
Online · Phone
Area
Phone / online access · confirm eligibility
Good to knowThis is a separate digital service from a Medicare Mental Health Centre. Eligibility and access checked against the program website; it is not an emergency service.
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
Online
Area
Phone / online access · confirm eligibility
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
Online · Phone · In person
Area
Phone / online access · confirm eligibility
Carer Gateway
Counselling, peer support, coaching and respite support for carers. Source
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
People on the Central Coast seeking suicide prevention information, local support pathways or help for someone in distress. Source
Costs & funding
The website and service-finder information are free. Individual services may have their own costs; check each provider. Source
How to access
Browse the support pages, Safe Haven details and service finder. If someone is in immediate danger, call 000. Source
Hours & availability
Website available anytime. Safe Haven opening times vary; confirm current hours before attending. Source
Connect
Online
Area
Central Coast · online information and service finder
Information and support pathways
The site explains how to talk about suicide, support someone in distress or after an attempt, and find support after suicide. Source
Safe Haven information
The site describes free, non-clinical Safe Haven services in Gosford and Wyong, with no appointment or Medicare card required. Check current hours and contact details before attending. Source
Good to knowThis is an information and navigation resource, not emergency dispatch or a substitute for clinical care. Safe Haven is non-clinical. If someone is in immediate danger, call 000.
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
Online
Area
Phone / online access · confirm eligibility
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Veteran & Family Hub, 31 Hely Street, Wyong NSW 2259
Where to go
GROW Mental Wellbeing - Wyong
Veteran & Family Hub, 31 Hely Street, Wyong NSW 2259 Source
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
In person · Phone
Area
Central Coast · confirm catchment
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
Phone · In person
Area
Central Coast · confirm catchment
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
Phone · Online
Area
Phone / online access · confirm eligibility
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
Phone · In person · Online
Area
Central Coast · confirm catchment
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
Phone
Area
Phone / online access · confirm eligibility
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Listed availability: 24/7. Confirm current arrangements. Source
Connect
Phone · Online
Area
Phone / online access · confirm eligibility
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Listed availability: 24/7. Confirm current arrangements. Source
Connect
Phone
Area
Phone / online access · confirm eligibility
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Suite 1, Level 2, Gateway Centre, 237 Mann Street, Gosford NSW 2250 Source
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Block A, 2 Reliance Drive, Tuggerah NSW 2259
Where to go
Central Coast Medicare Mental Health Kids Hub - Tuggerah
Block A, 2 Reliance Drive, Tuggerah NSW 2259 Source
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Contact the provider to confirm referral requirements for your chosen program. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Gosford · Woy Woy · Kincumber · Long Jetty · Lake Haven · Wyong
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Added 15 September 2026 from the supplied expanded list; details have not been independently reviewed.
Assessment & therapy
Gidget House Wyoming
Additional resource
Added 15 September 2026 from the supplied expanded list; details have not been independently reviewed.
Specialist psychological therapy for perinatal anxiety, depression, birth trauma, pregnancy loss and adjustment difficulties from pre-conception through the baby's first year.
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Added 15 September 2026 from the supplied expanded list; details have not been independently reviewed.
Counselling & family support
Interrelate — counselling & family support
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Individual, couple and family counselling, alongside a free early-intervention family mental health support program for eligible children and families.
Counselling for individuals, couples and families. Family mental health support focuses on children and young people under 18; confirm eligibility at age 18. Source
Costs & funding
Individual counselling: published $90 per 60-minute session, concessions from $50. The provider advertises a free first session while availability lasts. Family Mental Health Support is free for eligible participants. Confirm fees for other services. SourceSource
How to access
Contact the Client Experience Team to book or discuss the appropriate program. Ask about local eligibility for Family Mental Health Support. Source
Hours & availability
Gosford: Monday 9am–8pm; Tuesday–Thursday 9am–5pm; Friday online only. Confirm the time of your appointment. Source
Connect
In person · Phone · Online
Area
Gosford · Central Coast
Counselling and family support are different services
Counselling addresses concerns such as relationships, grief, stress and life changes. Interrelate states that counselling does not provide a diagnosis or Medicare rebates; its psychology service is separate. Source
Early support for children and families
The Family Mental Health Support Service provides non-clinical support through Child, Youth and Family Support Workers. It can involve individual support, groups, family work and coordination with schools or other services. The Central Coast is a listed service area. Source
Good to knowThe free family program does not make all Interrelate services free. A promotional first counselling session depends on availability. Ask about the right service, eligibility and any costs before booking.
Age and eligibility requirements were not specified; confirm directly. Source
Costs & funding
Fee with possible sliding scale. Published fees previously ranged approximately $40-$250 per 60-minute session depending on household income. Confirm current fees before booking. Source
How to access
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Ask your GP or another health professional for a referral, or contact the team for information. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
In person · Online
Area
Central Coast · confirm catchment
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Age and eligibility requirements were not specified; confirm directly. Source
Costs & funding
Medicare / bulk-billed for some eligible clients; otherwise private fee. Provider has advertised $0 out-of-pocket with an eligible GP/Medicare referral; otherwise around $180 per session. Confirm before booking. Source
How to access
Contact the provider to confirm referral requirements for your chosen program. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
Online
Area
Phone / online access · confirm eligibility
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
No referral listed. Contact the service directly to confirm access. Source
Hours & availability
Supplied availability note: General counselling referrals were not accepting new clients when last checked. Confirm the current position directly. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Wyoming · Wyong · Woy Woy
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Added 15 September 2026 from the supplied expanded list; details have not been independently reviewed.
Specialist support
CCLHD Adult Mental Health Care Coordination Team
Additional resource
Added 15 September 2026 from the supplied expanded list; details have not been independently reviewed.
Ongoing public community mental health treatment for adults with moderate-to-severe mental illness, including assessment, psychological interventions, medication/clinical management and care coordination.
Referral required according to the supplied list. Ask the service or your GP about the pathway. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Central Coast · confirm catchment
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Added 15 September 2026 from the supplied expanded list; details have not been independently reviewed.
Specialist support
CCLHD Assertive Outreach Team
Additional resource
Added 15 September 2026 from the supplied expanded list; details have not been independently reviewed.
Intensive, longer-term community treatment for people with serious mental illness who need significant support to live independently and remain engaged with treatment.
Referral required according to the supplied list. Ask the service or your GP about the pathway. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Central Coast · confirm catchment
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Referral required according to the supplied list. Ask the service or your GP about the pathway. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Central Coast · confirm catchment
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Referral required according to the supplied list. Ask the service or your GP about the pathway. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Central Coast · confirm catchment
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Referral required according to the supplied list. Ask the service or your GP about the pathway. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Central Coast · confirm catchment
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Referral required according to the supplied list. Ask the service or your GP about the pathway. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Toukley Health Centre, 1A Hargraves Street, Toukley NSW 2263
Where to go
Central Coast Eating Disorders Outpatient Service
Toukley Health Centre, 1A Hargraves Street, Toukley NSW 2263 Source
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Added 15 September 2026 from the supplied expanded list; details have not been independently reviewed.
Aftercare & practical support
Care Connect - aftercare following suicidal crisis
Additional resource
Selected details checked 15 September 2026; remaining information comes from the supplied expanded list.
Personalised aftercare following a suicide attempt or suicidal crisis, including safety planning, practical support and connection with other services.
Self-referrals and referrals from mental health teams, emergency departments and community organisations are accepted. Contact Care Connect to confirm catchment and arrange support. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
Phone · In person
Area
Central Coast · confirm catchment
Good to knowAftercare offers practical, non-clinical support following a crisis. It is not emergency dispatch or a 24/7 crisis line. Confirm the service catchment for your address.
Contact the NSW Mental Health Line to request assessment for the local outreach pathway. Response depends on assessment and service availability. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Central Coast · community outreach
Good to knowOutreach is arranged through assessment. The address in the supplied list is not presented as a walk-in destination. For immediate danger or urgent medical care, call 000.
Selected details checked 15 September 2026; remaining information comes from the supplied expanded list.
Specialist support
Wyong Psychiatric Emergency Care Centre (PECC)
Additional resource
Selected details checked 15 September 2026; remaining information comes from the supplied expanded list.
Short-term specialist mental health care adjacent to Wyong Emergency Department, generally up to 48 hours, as an alternative or bridge between emergency assessment and longer psychiatric admission.
People requiring short-term psychiatric emergency care Source
Costs & funding
Public hospital care. Confirm any charges relevant to your eligibility and circumstances; the supplied no-fee label is not a guarantee for every patient. Source
How to access
Access follows clinical assessment, usually through emergency or mental health services. This is not a walk-in counselling service. Source
Hours & availability
Admission and visiting arrangements are different. Ask the treating team; published visiting hours are not intake hours. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Central Coast · confirm catchment
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Selected details checked 15 September 2026; remaining information comes from the supplied expanded list.
Walk-in peer support
Wyong Safe Haven
Additional resource
Selected details checked 15 September 2026; remaining information comes from the supplied expanded list.
Non-clinical peer support for people experiencing suicidal distress, intended as an alternative to the emergency department when emergency medical treatment is not required.
Walk in during opening hours. No appointment, referral or Medicare card required. Source
Hours & availability
Tuesday–Friday, 9am–3:30pm. Confirm public holiday arrangements. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Wyong Hospital · Hamlyn Terrace
Where to go
Wyong Safe Haven
Block K, Wyong Hospital grounds, near Wyong Mental Health Centre Source
Follow the red and black footprints from Wyong Emergency Department.
Good to knowPeer support is not emergency medical care. Call 000 for immediate danger or urgent medical treatment. Location, hours and walk-in access checked against CCLHD; other details come from the supplied list.
Selected details checked 15 September 2026; remaining information comes from the supplied expanded list.
Specialist support
Gosford and Wyong public mental health inpatient units
Additional resource
Selected details checked 15 September 2026; remaining information comes from the supplied expanded list.
Acute psychiatric inpatient assessment and treatment through Central Coast Local Health District. Wyong also has Miri Miri, a specialist older-persons mental health inpatient unit.
Age and eligibility requirements were not specified; confirm directly. Source
Costs & funding
Public hospital care. Confirm any charges relevant to your eligibility and circumstances; the supplied no-fee label is not a guarantee for every patient. Source
How to access
Admission is arranged after clinical assessment. Contact the Mental Health Line on 1800 011 511 for access advice; call 000 for immediate danger. Source
Hours & availability
Inpatient care is arranged through the treating team. Visiting times are not admission hours. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Central Coast · confirm catchment
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Added 15 September 2026 from the supplied expanded list; details have not been independently reviewed.
Ongoing psychosocial support
Community Living Supports (CLS) - Uniting / New Horizons
Additional resource
Added 15 September 2026 from the supplied expanded list; details have not been independently reviewed.
Longer-term psychosocial support for people with severe mental illness, including daily living skills, housing stability, community participation, relationships and recovery goals.
People with severe mental illness who meet program criteria Source
Costs & funding
Government-funded for eligible participants Source
How to access
Referral required according to the supplied list. Ask the service or your GP about the pathway. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Central Coast · confirm catchment
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Added 15 September 2026 from the supplied expanded list; details have not been independently reviewed.
Specialist support
CCLHD Drug & Alcohol Mental Health Services
Additional resource
Added 15 September 2026 from the supplied expanded list; details have not been independently reviewed.
Community counselling, specialist clinics and inpatient withdrawal services where alcohol, cannabis, prescribed drugs or other substance use overlaps with mental health concerns.
Contact the provider to confirm referral requirements for your chosen program. Source
Hours & availability
Opening or appointment times were not supplied. Check with the provider. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Central Coast · confirm catchment
Good to knowAdded from the supplied expanded list. Details have not all been independently checked; confirm current eligibility, fees and availability with the provider.
Age limits and membership rules vary by server. Check each community’s requirements before joining. Source
Costs & funding
No uniform membership terms are established by this directory listing. Check the individual server’s terms. Source
How to access
Browse the listings, read the server description and rules, then follow its join link if you choose. Source
Hours & availability
Listings can be browsed anytime. Member activity and moderator availability vary; a timely response is not guaranteed. Source
Connect
Online
Area
Online · international communities
What this link provides
DISBOARD lists independently run communities using the mental-health tag. Listings include server descriptions and join links; the tag alone does not establish professional qualifications or the quality of support. Source
Good to knowThese are peer communities, not professional counselling or emergency services. Individual servers have not been vetted here. Review age limits, moderation and privacy rules before sharing personal information.
People interested in personal mental health stories, including listeners supporting someone else. Source
Costs & funding
Public episodes are available to listen to without a clinical fee. Internet data and optional platform subscriptions may cost extra.
How to access
Open the podcast link and choose an episode. No clinical referral is required.
Hours & availability
Listen on demand where episodes remain available; this is recorded audio, not a live support service.
Connect
Online
Area
Online · available to Central Coast listeners
About the podcast
Stories explore mental health challenges, support and recovery. Source
Good to knowPodcasts offer information and personal perspectives, not individual treatment or emergency support. Some episodes discuss distressing experiences; choose what feels manageable.
Sources & research notes
Beyond Blue — Not Alone(Publisher podcast information) Source date: Reviewed 15 September 2026
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Podcast · self-help & learning
Dads Alive
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
A six-part audio series for fathers experiencing distress around separation from a partner or their children.
Fathers navigating separation and people who support them. Source
Costs & funding
Current listening access could not be confirmed; check the publisher’s page.
How to access
Open the podcast link and choose an episode. No clinical referral is required.
Hours & availability
Listen on demand where episodes remain available; this is recorded audio, not a live support service.
Connect
Online
Area
Online · available to Central Coast listeners
About the podcast
Parents Beyond Breakup describes the series as an encouraging audio journey through separation. Source
Good to knowPodcasts offer information and personal perspectives, not individual treatment or emergency support. Some episodes discuss distressing experiences; choose what feels manageable. The publisher’s launch announcement confirms the series, but its original podcast page could not be retrieved during this review.
Listeners interested in men’s mental health and wellbeing. Source
Costs & funding
Public episodes are available to listen to without a clinical fee. Internet data and optional platform subscriptions may cost extra.
How to access
Open the podcast link and choose an episode. No clinical referral is required.
Hours & availability
Listen on demand where episodes remain available; this is recorded audio, not a live support service.
Connect
Online
Area
Online · available to Central Coast listeners
About the podcast
The provider describes conversations that make therapy more approachable, including what happens in therapy and stigma around seeking help. Source
Good to knowPodcasts offer information and personal perspectives, not individual treatment or emergency support. Some episodes discuss distressing experiences; choose what feels manageable.
Fathers and listeners interested in parenting and personal wellbeing. Source
Costs & funding
Public episodes are available to listen to without a clinical fee. Internet data and optional platform subscriptions may cost extra.
How to access
Open the podcast link and choose an episode. No clinical referral is required.
Hours & availability
Listen on demand where episodes remain available; this is recorded audio, not a live support service.
Connect
Online
Area
Online · available to Central Coast listeners
About the podcast
Episodes discuss emotional intelligence, parenting pressures and relationships, with personal stories and guest conversations. Source
Good to knowPodcasts offer information and personal perspectives, not individual treatment or emergency support. Some episodes discuss distressing experiences; choose what feels manageable.
Listeners seeking general mental health education and everyday wellbeing ideas. Source
Costs & funding
Public episodes are available to listen to without a clinical fee. Internet data and optional platform subscriptions may cost extra.
How to access
Open the podcast link and choose an episode. No clinical referral is required.
Hours & availability
Listen on demand where episodes remain available; this is recorded audio, not a live support service.
Connect
Online
Area
Online · available to Central Coast listeners
About the podcast
Episodes explore everyday mental health topics. The publisher also offers written episode material and links to podcast platforms. Source
Good to knowPodcasts offer information and personal perspectives, not individual treatment or emergency support. Some episodes discuss distressing experiences; choose what feels manageable.
People exploring optional wellbeing activities. Ask the provider about age limits, accessibility and suitability.
Costs & funding
Float: $89 for 60 minutes; eligible weekday concession $69 with ID. First-time float pack: three for $179, valid two months. Sauna from $59; massage from $129. Confirm current prices and terms. Source
How to access
Book online or call. Check the provider’s screening requirements before choosing a float, heat or cold session. Source
Hours & availability
By appointment. The homepage contains conflicting opening-hours blocks; confirm your booking time directly. Source
Good to knowFloatation, sauna, massage and breathwork are optional wellbeing services, not treatments established here for a mental health condition. Ask about suitability if you have health concerns.
People exploring optional wellbeing activities. Ask the provider about age limits, accessibility and suitability.
Costs & funding
Casual class $33; concession $28 for full-time students and age pensioners with ID. Four-week beginner course from $112. Other passes and private sessions available. Source
How to access
Choose a suitable class from the timetable; contact the school about beginner courses or adaptations. Source
Hours & availability
Classes across the week; check the live timetable. Source
Good to knowThe centre is affiliated with the Sakya lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. This listing describes the service, without endorsing the website’s health-treatment claims.
Check the NSW Central Coast section or contact the organiser for the current local venue and time. Online classes are also linked from the site. Source
Hours & availability
Local timetable requires confirmation; the venue details could not be fully retrieved during review. Source
Connect
In person · Online
Area
Central Coast listing · online options
Good to knowSahaja Yoga is a spiritual meditation tradition. Sessions use seated meditation rather than physical yoga postures.
Children, teens, adults and families seeking psychology, counselling, assessment or allied health support across the Central Coast. Source
Costs & funding
Fees vary by service. Beam says a GP referral may be needed for Medicare rebates or certain funded supports; ask the clinic for current fees, rebates and eligibility. Source
How to access
No referral is required for most services. Contact Beam to enquire or book; a GP referral may be needed for Medicare rebates or funded supports. Source
Hours & availability
Appointments and clinic availability vary by service. Contact Beam to confirm current times. Source
Connect
In person · Online
Area
West Gosford · Central Coast
Services at West Gosford
Beam describes psychology, counselling, assessments, behaviour support and allied health services for people of different ages, with a focus on practical, evidence-based care tailored to individual goals. Source
Funding and referrals
Beam states that most services can be booked without a referral, while a GP referral may be needed for Medicare rebates or certain funded supports. The clinic is also a registered NDIS provider; confirm eligibility and funding before booking. Source
Where to go
Beam Health West Gosford
Riverside Office Tower, Level 1/69 Central Coast Highway, West Gosford NSW 2250 Source
Good to knowBeam Health’s page covers a range of services and funding pathways. Confirm the practitioner, service, fees, referral requirements and current availability before booking.
Sources reviewed 16 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Private hospital mental health programs
Ramsay Clinic Berkeley Vale
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 16 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Private inpatient, day and community mental health programs for depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma and other conditions, with multidisciplinary care and specialist mental health professionals.
People needing intensive mental health treatment, including inpatient or day programs; suitability is assessed by the treating team. Source
Costs & funding
Private hospital costs vary with private insurance, DVA, WorkCover or self-funded arrangements. Ramsay provides an estimate of patient costs after admission paperwork; ask about excesses, gaps and treating-doctor fees before admission. Source
How to access
A referral from a psychiatrist and/or GP is needed for all inpatient and day programs. Contact the clinic on 02 4389 9100 or use the provider’s enquiry and admission pathways to discuss suitability and availability. Source
Hours & availability
Clinic enquiry details are published; call 02 4389 9100. Program and admission times vary; confirm directly. Source
Connect
In person · Phone
Area
Berkeley Vale · Central Coast
Programs and care
The provider describes inpatient, day and community programs for conditions including depression, anxiety, PTSD and trauma, with psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses and allied health professionals. It also describes neurostimulation services and psychological therapies. Source
Referral and urgent support
Ramsay states that a psychiatrist and/or GP referral is needed for all inpatient and day programs. The clinic page directs urgent inpatient enquiries to its Easy Access pathway; immediate danger remains an emergency — call 000. Source
Good to knowPrivate hospital care is different from emergency care. If someone is in immediate danger or needs urgent medical attention, call 000. Confirm current program availability, referral requirements, insurer cover, excesses, gaps and all clinician fees before admission.
People seeking clinical psychology or counselling for anxiety, stress and related concerns on the Central Coast or by telehealth. Source
Costs & funding
The provider lists a standard fee of $245 per appointment. Moving Forward says a referral letter and Mental Health Care Plan are required for its listed Medicare rebate, currently $149.05; private health rebates may also be available when Medicare is not claimed. Reduced fees may be requested for financial hardship. Confirm current fees and rebates. Source
How to access
In-person appointments are offered in Terrigal and telehealth is available Australia-wide. Contact reception or use the provider booking links. A Mental Health Care Plan and referral letter are needed for the listed Medicare rebate. Source
Hours & availability
Appointment and reception availability varies. Contact the clinic or use its booking links to confirm a time. Source
Connect
In person · Online
Area
Terrigal · Central Coast
Anxiety and stress support
Moving Forward describes evidence-based approaches and strategies for anxiety and stress, including worry, panic, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, phobias and perinatal anxiety. Source
Fees and rebates
The provider lists a $245 standard appointment fee, a $149.05 Medicare rebate when referral and Mental Health Care Plan requirements are met, private health rebate possibilities and reduced fees on request for financial hardship. Source
Good to knowPrivate clinical psychology and counselling is not emergency care. Confirm the practitioner, wait time, fees, rebate eligibility and referral requirements before booking.
Sources reviewed 16 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Counselling & psychotherapy
John Dimond Counselling
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 16 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Individual and couples counselling in Gosford, with Zoom, telehealth and phone sessions for concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationships and life transitions.
Adults and couples seeking counselling for emotional distress, relationships, grief, trauma, addictions or life changes. Source
Costs & funding
For 50-minute sessions, the provider lists individual counselling at $176 and relationship counselling at $220, with income-based options from $88–$220 for individuals and $132–$287 for couples. In-home Central Coast sessions are listed separately at $242 individual or $287 relationship. Ask about NDIS or financial-hardship fee codes. Source
How to access
Book through the provider for in-person sessions at John’s Place in Gosford, or choose Zoom, telehealth or phone. Confirm the session format, fee and availability before booking. Source
Hours & availability
By appointment. Contact John or use the booking page to confirm current availability. Source
Connect
In person · Online · Phone
Area
Gosford · Central Coast
Areas of support
John Dimond lists support for depression, anxiety, anger management, addictions, loss and grief, crisis, trauma, relationships, suicidal thoughts and suicide bereavement, alongside several therapy styles. Source
Fees and flexible options
The provider publishes standard, income-based and in-home fees, and invites people experiencing extreme financial challenges or using NDIS funding to ask for a code. Source
Where to go
John’s Place
Gosford NSW 2250 · confirm the room details when booking Source
Good to knowPrivate counselling is not emergency care. If someone is in immediate danger or needs urgent medical help, call 000. Confirm current fees, cancellation terms and practitioner fit before booking.
Sources reviewed 16 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Counselling & psychology
Associated Counsellors & Psychologists — Gosford
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 16 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Professional counselling and psychological services for adults dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, relationship pressures and self-esteem concerns.
Adults experiencing life stress, relationship or family concerns, work pressure, grief, adjustment difficulties or other mental health concerns. Source
Costs & funding
The Gosford page says individual therapy costs begin at $160. Ask the practice to confirm the current fee, any rebates, cancellation terms and the clinician’s qualifications. Source
How to access
Use the practice booking request or call the Gosford office. The practice offers a clinician-matching conversation; no referral requirement is stated on the page, so ask about the pathway for your needs. Source
The practice describes confidential counselling and psychology for anxiety, low mood or depression, stress or burnout, grief and loss, trauma, relationship or family pressures and self-esteem concerns. Source
Local and online access
The Gosford office is at 54 Hills Street, North Gosford. The network also offers counselling through Zoom and Skype; ask which options are available for your appointment. Source
Good to knowThis is a private counselling and psychology practice, not an emergency service. Confirm clinician registration, fees, rebates, wait time and the best appointment format before booking.
Children, teens, adults, couples and families seeking psychological therapy, play therapy, parenting support, neurodiversity or cognitive assessment, or NDIS psychology. Source
Costs & funding
Fees were not published on the homepage reviewed. Ask about assessment and therapy fees, Medicare or private health rebates, NDIS funding, wait times and cancellation terms. Source
How to access
Complete the enquiry form so the team can help match you with a clinician. Appointments are available in person at North Gosford and Australia-wide by telehealth. Source
Hours & availability
Monday–Saturday, 9:00am–5:00pm, according to the provider homepage. Confirm current appointment availability. Source
Connect
In person · Online
Area
North Gosford · Central Coast
Therapy and assessment options
The multidisciplinary team describes psychological therapy, play therapy, parenting support, emotional regulation, trauma-informed care, couples therapy, and autism, ADHD, learning, cognitive and functional-capacity assessments. Source
A neurodiversity-affirming approach
The clinic says its care is collaborative, trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming, with clinician matching for people across the Central Coast and telehealth access Australia-wide. Source
People seeking coaching for life transitions, relationships, confidence, personal growth, business or addictive patterns. Source
Costs & funding
The provider advertises a free 15-minute consultation. Ongoing coaching fees were not listed on the page reviewed; ask before booking. Source
How to access
Contact Grace or book a consultation. The provider website lists a Balmain address rather than a Central Coast location, so confirm location or online availability before booking. Source
Hours & availability
By appointment; confirm current availability directly. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Balmain · Sydney (Central Coast relevance to confirm)
Coaching focus
Grace describes private one-to-one sessions, group work, workshops and seminars covering life, relationship, business and addictions coaching, with an emphasis on insight, confidence and personal change. Source
Location check
The provider website lists 7/7 Rosebery Place, Balmain NSW 2041. This is outside the Central Coast, so confirm whether a local or online option is available before relying on the listing. Source
Good to knowCoaching is distinct from registered clinical psychology or emergency care. The provider describes coaching and spiritual or intuitive approaches; confirm qualifications, scope, fees and location before booking.
Sources reviewed 16 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Psychology & anxiety treatment
MindSure Psychology — health anxiety treatment
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 16 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Structured, evidence-based psychological therapy for health anxiety and illness anxiety, with support for checking, reassurance-seeking, uncertainty and related anxiety patterns.
Adults experiencing health anxiety or illness anxiety, including repeated checking, Googling, reassurance-seeking, avoidance or difficulty trusting medical reassurance. Source
Costs & funding
MindSure lists a standard 50-minute session fee of $240. With a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan, the listed Medicare rebate is $101.55, making the weekday out-of-pocket amount $138.45. NDIS sessions are listed at $252.99 for plan-managed or self-managed participants. Confirm current fees, rebate eligibility and funding before booking. Source
How to access
Self-referral and direct online booking are available; no referral is required to book. A GP Mental Health Treatment Plan is needed if you want to claim the Medicare rebate. Sessions are available in person in Gosford or by telehealth across Australia. Source
Hours & availability
Appointment availability is shown through the provider booking system. Contact MindSure to confirm a current Gosford time. Source
Connect
In person · Online
Area
Gosford · Central Coast
How therapy targets the cycle
MindSure describes a cycle of trigger, threat meaning, anxiety, safety behaviours such as checking or Googling, temporary relief, doubt and repeat. Its approach uses CBT, ACT, exposure-based strategies and gradual uncertainty tolerance to change the pattern. Source
Medical assessment still matters
MindSure says new, severe or changing physical symptoms should be discussed with a GP. Therapy addresses the fear, checking and reassurance cycle alongside appropriate medical care; it does not replace a medical assessment. Source
Where to go
MindSure Psychology Gosford
Suite 112, 159 Mann Street, inside John’s Place, Gosford NSW 2250 Source
Good to knowMindSure provides psychological therapy, not emergency or medical diagnosis services. New, severe or changing physical symptoms should be checked with a GP. If someone is in immediate danger, call 000.
Sources reviewed 16 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Clinical psychology & psychotherapy
Lisa Burns Clinical Psychologist
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 16 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Clinical psychology assessment and evidence-based therapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, emotional regulation and related concerns, with Gosford, Erina and telehealth appointments.
Adults of all ages experiencing psychological distress, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, emotional regulation or workplace-related psychological injury. Source
Costs & funding
The provider lists $245 for a 50-minute initial assessment or standard consultation, and $335 for a 90-minute trauma-focused consultation. Medicare rebates may apply with a GP or specialist referral and Mental Health Care Plan; the page lists a $149.05 Item 80010 rebate. NDIS, DVA, WorkCover, private health and limited telehealth bulk-billing arrangements may differ. Confirm current fees and eligibility. Source
How to access
Contact Lisa or enquire about a Gosford, Erina, phone or videolink appointment. A referral and Mental Health Care Plan are required for the listed Medicare rebate; self-funded appointments may be booked directly. Source
Hours & availability
By appointment. Contact the practice to confirm current availability and clinic suite details. Source
Connect
In person · Online · Phone
Area
Gosford & Erina · Central Coast
Evidence-based approaches
Lisa describes tailoring therapy after an initial assessment and drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, trauma-focused cognitive therapy, interpersonal therapy, mindfulness, EMDR and motivational interviewing. Source
Who the practice supports
The provider lists support for anxiety and panic, depression, stress and burnout, workplace injury, emotional regulation, ADHD screening and referral, trauma symptoms, grief and loss, DVA clients and NDIS psychological capacity building. Source
Where to go
Lisa Burns Clinical Psychologist — Gosford
Gosford NSW 2250 · suite details confirm with provider Source
Lisa Burns Clinical Psychologist — Erina
Erina NSW 2250 · suite details confirm with provider Source
Good to knowPrivate clinical psychology is not emergency care. Confirm practitioner availability, referral requirements, fees, rebates and the correct Gosford or Erina suite before booking. If someone is in immediate danger, call 000.
Sources reviewed 16 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Clinical psychology & anxiety treatment
Coast Anxiety Solutions — clinical psychology
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 16 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Clinical psychology assessment and evidence-based therapy for adolescents aged 15+ and adults with anxiety, phobias, OCD, eating and body image disorders, depression, trauma and related concerns.
Adolescents aged 15+ and adults seeking help for anxiety, stress, fears and phobias, OCD, eating or body image disorders, depression, complex trauma, low self-confidence or related mental health concerns. Source
Costs & funding
The provider lists $250 for an initial or follow-up 50-minute session. With an eligible Medicare referral, the listed rebate is $145.25 per attended appointment, up to 10 sessions per calendar year. A 50% fee applies to missed appointments; NDIS short-notice cancellation terms may apply. Confirm current fees and rebates before booking. Source
How to access
Self-referral is available and a GP or psychiatrist referral is only required if you want to claim the listed Medicare rebate. Contact the practice to arrange an in-person appointment at its Gosford CBD clinic. The provider also accepts WorkCover and Comcare referrals; ask about eligibility. Source
Hours & availability
Contact page lists reception and appointments Monday 8am–5pm; Tuesday enquiries 10am–2pm with no appointments; Thursday 10am–5:30pm; Friday 10am–4:30pm; closed Wednesday and weekends. Confirm current availability directly. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Gosford CBD · Central Coast
Anxiety and related concerns
The practice provides psychological assessment and treatment for anxiety disorders, panic, social anxiety, generalised anxiety, phobias, OCD, body dysmorphic disorder, eating disorders, depression and complex trauma. Source
Evidence-based therapy
Listed approaches include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Schema Therapy. The approach is tailored to each person. Source
Clinical psychologist
Melanie Clark is listed as a registered clinical psychologist with more than 25 years of experience, including work in eating disorders and adolescent and adult mental health on the Central Coast. Source
Where to go
Coast Anxiety Solutions
First Floor 18/201 Mann Street, Gosford NSW 2250 Source
Good to knowPrivate clinical psychology is not emergency care. Confirm practitioner availability, fees, rebates and appointment details before booking. If someone is in immediate danger, call 000.
Sources reviewed 16 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Psychiatrist
Dr Husayn Aly
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Psychiatrist offering assessment and treatment for ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, depression, drug and alcohol concerns, OCD, PTSD and psychosis. The profile also describes TMS and esketamine pathways for treatment-resistant mood disorders.
Adults seeking psychiatric assessment or management. Ask the rooms about suitability for TMS or esketamine and current availability. Source
Costs & funding
Private specialist fees and Medicare rebate arrangements are not published on this profile. Ask the consulting rooms before booking. Source
How to access
Ask your GP or medical practitioner for a referral and contact Brisbane Waters Private Consulting Rooms to confirm availability and referral requirements. Source
Hours & availability
Consultation times and wait times are not published; contact the rooms. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Woy Woy · Brisbane Waters Private Hospital
Profile highlights
Dr Aly is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. The provider profile lists experience with complex mood disorders and neuromodulation options. Source
Good to knowProvider information and availability can change. Confirm referral, fees, wait time and whether a particular treatment is appropriate for you.
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Psychiatrist
Dr Priyanga Arachchi
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
General adult psychiatrist with interests in ADHD, adjustment, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, mood and personality disorders, psychosis and young adult care. The profile also describes psychotherapy and a holistic, patient-centred approach.
Good to knowProvider information and availability can change. Confirm referral, fees, wait time and whether a particular treatment is appropriate for you.
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Psychiatrist
Dr Joseph Chakola
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Psychiatrist working with addictive, anxiety, drug and alcohol, personality, psychosis and mood or bipolar presentations. The profile describes recovery-focused, trauma-informed care and says referrals are currently accepted.
Adults seeking psychiatric assessment or management. The profile lists Hindi and Malayalam among Dr Chakola’s languages. Source
Costs & funding
Private specialist fees and Medicare rebate arrangements are not published on this profile. Ask the consulting rooms before booking. Source
How to access
The profile says referrals are currently accepted. Ask your GP or medical practitioner for a referral and contact the rooms to confirm the current pathway. Source
Hours & availability
Consultation times and wait times are not published; contact the rooms. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Woy Woy · Brisbane Waters Private Hospital
Profile highlights
Dr Chakola has more than 15 years’ experience and trained on the Central Coast. The provider describes recovery-focused and trauma-informed work. Source
Good to knowProvider information and availability can change. Confirm referral, fees, wait time and whether a particular treatment is appropriate for you.
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Psychiatrist
Dr In Ho (Eric) Choi
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Psychiatrist with interests in ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, complex trauma, depression, mood and personality disorders, PTSD and young adult care. The profile describes patient-centred, recovery-focused treatment.
Adults and young adults. The provider states that referrals are currently accepted immediately; confirm this before booking. Source
Costs & funding
Private specialist fees and Medicare rebate arrangements are not published on this profile. Ask the consulting rooms before booking. Source
How to access
Ask your GP or medical practitioner for a referral and contact the rooms to confirm the current referral pathway and availability. Source
Hours & availability
Consultation times and wait times are not published; contact the rooms. Source
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In person
Area
Woy Woy · Brisbane Waters Private Hospital
Profile highlights
Dr Choi holds MBBS and FRANZCP qualifications and completed local training. The provider profile emphasises patient-centred, recovery-focused care. Source
Good to knowProvider information and availability can change. Confirm referral, fees, wait time and whether a particular treatment is appropriate for you.
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Psychiatrist
Dr Susil Stephen
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Psychiatrist with interests in anxiety, dementia and older adult care, OCD, PTSD, psychopharmacology and mood or bipolar disorders. The profile says outpatient referrals are accepted for people over 55.
Adults and older adults. Outpatient referrals for people over 55 are specifically stated on the provider profile. Source
Costs & funding
Private specialist fees and Medicare rebate arrangements are not published on this profile. Ask the consulting rooms before booking. Source
How to access
The profile states that outpatient referrals are accepted for patients over 55. Ask your GP or medical practitioner for a referral and contact the rooms to confirm suitability and availability. Source
Hours & availability
Consultation times and wait times are not published; contact the rooms. Source
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In person
Area
Woy Woy · Brisbane Waters Private Hospital
Profile highlights
Dr Stephen holds MBBS, MRCPsych and FRANZCP qualifications and is described as a Senior Staff Specialist Psychiatrist with Central Coast Local Health District. Source
Good to knowProvider information and availability can change. Confirm referral, fees, wait time and whether a particular treatment is appropriate for you.
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Psychiatry practice
Central Coast Psychiatry
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Psychiatry practice providing specialist assessment and ongoing care for mood, anxiety, trauma, psychotic and other complex mental health concerns, with rTMS and medication pathways described by the practice.
People seeking psychiatrist-led assessment and ongoing care. Practitioner age focus and suitability vary; ask the practice when requesting a referral. Source
Costs & funding
Fees vary by practitioner. The practice says Medicare rebates may be available with a valid referral; ask administration about the specific clinician and current costs. Source
How to access
A GP or medical practitioner referral is required for clinical and Medicare purposes. Email referrals to admin@ccpsychiatry.com.au and ask about wait times and telehealth eligibility. Source
Hours & availability
Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm. Confirm appointment times directly. Source
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In person · Online
Area
Erina · Central Coast
Psychiatrist team
The practice directory lists Dr Vasantha Bhanu Pothala, Dr Jothi Ramalingam, Dr Sathish Thangapandian, Dr Suresh Goriparti and Dr Vijay Gopalakrishnan. Dr Jothi Ramalingam’s profile includes adult and older-adult care, first-responder trauma, ADHD and ECT or TMS; Dr Sathish Thangapandian’s profile includes psychotic disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar, OCD and anxiety; other clinicians describe broad adult and older-adult psychiatry. Tom Ford is listed by the practice as a clinical psychologist, so he is not included as a psychiatrist here. Source
Referral and fees
The practice patient information page says a GP or medical practitioner referral is required and that fees vary by practitioner. Medicare rebates may be available with a valid referral; ask administration to confirm costs and telehealth options. Source
Good to knowThis is a private practice listing. Confirm the named clinician’s current availability, referral requirements, fees, Medicare rebate and telehealth eligibility before booking.
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Psychiatrist
Dr Bhaswati Bhattacharyya
Additional resource
Sources reviewed 15 September 2026. Confirm current availability, costs and access with the provider.
Psychiatrist at The Aster Clinic, which provides psychiatric assessment, treatment planning, psychology and dietetics. Dr Bhattacharyya’s profile describes integrated pharmacological and psychological care, forensic psychiatry experience and independent medical assessment work.
People seeking psychiatric assessment or treatment planning, including people who may also need coordinated psychology or dietetics. Ask the clinic about age range and referral requirements. Source
Costs & funding
Fees and Medicare rebate arrangements were not published on the reviewed practitioner page. Ask the clinic before booking. Source
How to access
Contact The Aster Clinic to ask about referral requirements, clinician availability and whether the service fits your needs. Source
Hours & availability
Appointment hours were not published on the reviewed pages; contact the clinic. Source
Connect
In person
Area
Erina · The Aster Clinic
Profile highlights
Dr Bhattacharyya holds an MBBS from the University of Queensland and FRANZCP. The clinic profile describes holistic pharmacological and psychological care and notes work at Northside Clinic with eating disorders and other conditions. Source
Good to knowProvider information and availability can change. Confirm referral, fees, wait time and whether a particular treatment is appropriate for you.