Business Details
33 Years
experience
Professional Psychology Services Southport
With over three decades of dedicated service, I have established myself as a leading psychologist and counsellor on the Gold Coast. My practice combines advanced academic qualifications with practical expertise in addressing anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. As a Certified Gottman Therapist, I specialise in evidence-based interventions that empower individuals and couples to achieve meaningful personal transformation.My approach prioritises practical skill development over mere coping mechanisms, helping clients regain control of their lives through self-awareness and effective decision-making. I maintain professional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and offer services accessible through Medicare and private health insurance arrangements.
Services
Couple Counselling
Depression Therapy
Anxiety Management
Medicare Services
Individual Counselling
Gottman Method
Mental Health Plans
Stress Management
Relationship Coaching
Trauma Support
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of clinical experience across diverse mental health settings
- Certified Gottman Method Couples Therapy provider with specialised training
- Medicare-registered practitioner with private health insurance access
- Proven techniques for anxiety and depression management developed through practice
- Tailored interventions combining cognitive behavioural therapy and schema therapy
Associations and certifications
- Psychology Board of Australia
- Gottman Institute
Services
Couple Counselling
Specialised relationship counselling using evidence-based Gottman Method techniques. Addresses communication breakdowns, trust issues, and emotional disconnection through structured therapy sessions. Helps couples develop practical skills for maintaining intimacy and resolving conflicts constructively.
Anxiety Management
Comprehensive anxiety treatment combining cognitive behavioural therapy and schema therapy approaches. Teaches practical tools for managing panic attacks, obsessive thoughts, and chronic worry patterns. Focuses on developing long-term coping strategies and symptom relief.
Depression Therapy
Targeted depression treatment using evidence-based therapeutic modalities. Addresses persistent sadness, loss of motivation, and negative thought patterns through structured interventions. Emphasises skill development for emotional regulation and behavioural activation.
Medicare Services
Medicare-registered mental health services accessible through GP referrals. Provides rebatable psychological therapy sessions for eligible clients. Includes treatment planning and progress reporting to referring medical practitioners.
Individual Counselling
Tailored one-on-one counselling addressing personal development and mental health challenges. Combines therapeutic approaches to address specific client needs. Focuses on self-awareness, behavioural change, and emotional wellbeing improvement.
People
David Nowland
Registered Psychologist
With over 30 years' experience, David is a Medicare-registered psychologist and Certified Gottman Therapist. He specialises in relationship counselling and mental health treatment, employing evidence-based methodologies. His practice incorporates cognitive behavioural therapy, schema therapy, and chairwork techniques.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
I provide evidence-based treatment for anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Specialised services include Gottman Method couples therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and Medicare-eligible mental health consultations.
Can I claim Medicare rebates for sessions?
Yes, with a valid Mental Health Care Plan from your GP. This allows up to 10 rebatable sessions annually, with progress reviews after six sessions.
What are your appointment hours?
Sessions available Monday-Thursday 10:00-19:30, Friday 8:30-12:30, and Saturday 8:00-10:00. Appointments require advance booking.
Do you offer couples therapy without both partners attending?
While joint participation is ideal, individual sessions can still provide relationship-focused support. This may encourage partner involvement over time through demonstrated benefits.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I combine Gottman Method for relationships with cognitive behavioural therapy, schema therapy, and chairwork techniques tailored to individual client needs and presenting issues.
How long does treatment typically last?
Most clients notice improvements within 4-6 sessions. Full treatment duration varies from 8-20 sessions depending on complexity, with maintenance options available post-therapy.
