Ms Michelle Monique Scott, MA

Psychologist

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“I am a registered psychologist (AHPRA and HPCSA) with over 17 years of experience. I work together with a person to process feelings, develop self-understanding and build connections to different parts of the self. This aims to alleviate distress as well as to provide different ways of thinking, being and relating to the self and others. I offer face to face appointments in Mooloolaba, Sunshine Coast as well as telehealth/online appointments. Working with Medicare, WorkCover, NDIS, DVA, EAP, Insurance (e.g. QBE) ”

About Me

I am a registered psychologist with AHPRA in Australia and HPCSA in South Africa. I have experience in dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, identity and self-esteem issues, sexual abuse, ASD, ADHD (neurodiversity affirming), LGBTIQA+ affirming, cultural diversity and chronic health conditions (HIV and cancer), aged care In Australia I have worked with clients referred by medicare, work cover, NDIS, private health, university student counselling and DVA/Open Arms, Queensland health PHN and in aged care. I have worked at group practices as well as in an NGO/charity. In South Africa I have worked in private practice as well as at a university counselling centre consulting with students and training final year psychologists for over 10 years. I have also worked in HIV testing and counselling programmes as well as at a high school in the role of a school psychologist. I have a special interest in assisting with processing the social trauma experienced by people who have experienced social exclusion in areas such as neurodiversity, gender identity, culture, disability, race. I currently work with adults and older teens who are able to consent independently to their own therapy.

Approach

I will normally base the type of therapy on each individual. Sometimes a person may just want a person to talk to who is neutral and non-judgmental. This may prove helpful in a person's life and is generally referred to as counselling. It is a supportive therapy and especially helpful in processing grief or adjusting to a life stressor. Psychotherapy, however, is a more in depth form of treatment that helps a person understand themselves and their reactions better so as to provide more freedom in their way of relating to themselves and others. This also generally has the effect of providing relief for emotional distress. I am trained in several evidence-based approaches, including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma informed Person-Centred Counselling and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). My approach is trauma informed, neuroaffirming and LGBTIQA+ affirming. I understand psychological difficulties from psychodynamic theory including attachment-based theories within an interpersonal therapy framework.

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Basic Information

Mooloolaba, Australia

Services

I offer face to face counselling and psychotherapy and I also offer online psychotherapy

Services Offered:

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Psychodynamic Therapy
A therapy that explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape current feelings, relationships, and behaviour.
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CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.
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Crisis Counselling
Immediate, short-term psychological support during an acute mental health crisis such as a panic episode, suicidal thoughts, or overwhelming distress.
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MBT (Mentalisation-Based Therapy)
A therapy that strengthens the ability to understand one's own mental states and those of others, improving emotional regulation and relationships.
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Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
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Works With:

•Adolescents
•Adults
•Individuals
•Elderly

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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ADHD / Attention Difficulties
A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.
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Autism (ASD)
A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.
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Depression
A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.
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Grief, Loss & Bereavement
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.
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Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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Suicidal Thoughts
Thoughts about ending one's own life, ranging from passive wishes to active plans. This is a sign of severe emotional distress that requires professional support.
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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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Relocation / Expat
The psychological challenges of moving to a new country or city, including loneliness, culture shock, identity shifts, and loss of social support.
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Professional Title:

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Psychologist
A professional trained to assess and treat mental health conditions using evidence-based psychological methods.

Qualifications

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

Masters

University of Witwatersrand

Year: 2008

Bachelor of Science with Honours

Bachelor

University of Johannesburg

Year: 2001

Bachelor of Science

Bachelor

University of Johannesburg

Year: 2000

Registrations

Psychology Board of Australia (via AHPRA)

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Health Professions Council of South Africa

Counselling Psychologist (PRC)

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Memberships

Australian Psychological Society (APS)

Service Area

Sol Practitioner Health Suites

In-person & Online

Mooloolaba, Queensland 4557

Australia