Dr Sarah Young

Welcome to Dr Sarah Young, a leading establishment in the field of clinical psychology located at Nerang Street, Nerang, Australia. With over ten years of experience, Dr Sarah Young is a highly skilled clinical psychologist who specializes in treating clients with a wide range of presentations. Her expertise lies in working with individuals and families dealing with moderate to complex issues, and she has successfully helped people across all age groups.

Dr Sarah Young has a particular interest in working with clients who have a history of trauma. She is dedicated to using the most up-to-date, evidence-based interventions to assist her clients in achieving their goals. She is proficient in conducting comprehensive cognitive assessments, which aid in the diagnostic clarification of conditions such as autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, intellectual impairment, and other neurodevelopmental and learning disorders.

As a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA), and an NDIS registered provider, Dr Sarah Young is well-equipped to provide top-notch psychological care. She specializes in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a therapeutic approach that helps individuals heal from distressing past experiences. EMDR enables clients to process these events, reduce associated symptoms, and ultimately view them as memories rather than ongoing struggles.

Another area of expertise for Dr Sarah Young is neuropsychological assessment, a comprehensive evaluation of an individual's cognitive, psychological, and behavioral functioning. This assessment helps identify strengths and difficulties and provides valuable information for diagnostic clarification. Dr Sarah Young excels in administering a range of psychological assessments to evaluate intelligence and executive dysfunction.

Neurofeedback is another clinical intervention offered by Dr Sarah Young. It is a non-invasive approach that utilizes brain wave activity to improve emotional regulation, cognitive focus, and behavior. By guiding the brain to produce desired brain wave frequencies through computer software, neurofeedback can lead to positive changes in a person's overall well-being.

Dr Sarah Young also offers supervision services for psychologists seeking general registration or clinical endorsement. Supervision is a formal and professional relationship that facilitates reflective practice, adherence to competency standards, and ethical practice.

For consultations, Dr Sarah Young charges the current APS rate of $280 per session, which typically lasts between 50 to 60 minutes. NDIS services are subject to the latest NDIS price guide. To receive a Medicare rebate, a referral from a GP or psychiatrist under the Better Access initiative is required, offering a rebate of $131.65. Dr Sarah Young also accepts clients under DVA, Work Cover, Victim Assist, and some private health funds may cover a portion of session costs.

To book an appointment, please call 0457 329 574 or email admin@goldcoastclinical.com.au. Alternatively, if your GP prefers, they can send a referral through Medical Objects, and Dr Sarah Young's team will be in touch promptly.