You Deserve to Feel Great. We’re Here to Help.

Qualified Psychologist, Jeanne Currie heads up operations at New Growth Psychology.

Offering an integrated approach to therapy, Jeanne is passionate in her endeavor to provide children, adolescents, young adults and parents  the professional support and foundation needed to encourage healing and growth.

Experience in Psychological Support

Jeanne started her journey toward becoming an Educational Psychologist in South Africa at the University of Johannesburg.

She continued her studies internationally where she graduated from Massey University in New Zealand in 2017 as an Educational Psychologist.

She has extensive experience with children, adolescents and young adults and is well-versed in conducting professional academic and psychological evaluations.

Jeanne began her career as a school teacher in both South Africa and England and has since accumulated over ten years’ experience within the realm of child and adolescent counselling and psychology.

Her experience includes work for the Ministry of Education in New Zealand, working collaboratively with her young clients’ family, school team and other professionals to assess, develop and implement / review individual support plans.

At St John of God Waipuna, Jeanne dedicated time within the field of youth mental health including;

• low mood,
• anxiety,
• eating difficulties ,
• body image and
• substance use

Jeanne continues to work with young people alongside their families within the rural and remote communities in Australia.

An Integrated Approach

Jeanne uses an integrated approach in her work with young people, some modalities include:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy,
• Solutions Focused Therapy,
• Narrative Therapy,
• Mindfulness Therapy
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

​In addition to this she has also successfully facilitated a variety of therapeutic group work with young people and adults.

Psychological theories and models of therapy from various therapeutic approaches allows us to assist with support plans that are best suited to each individual’s particular difficulties.

Who We Are

Based in Robina, Gold Coast, our practice assists children, adolescents and families in navigating the various challenges that youths are exposed to at home, at school and beyond into early adulthood.

Passionate about providing support to those in need we strive to create an environment in which our clients can thrive and grow.

Dedicated to continuous learning and growth, New Growth Psychology furthermore offers workshops and training to fellow professionals who work closely with children and young adults.

“Your present circumstances don’t determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start.”

You Deserve to Feel Great.

We’re Here to Help.

Qualified Psychologist, Jeanne Currie heads up operations at New Growth Psychology.

Offering an integrated approach to therapy, Jeanne is passionate in her endeavor to provide children, adolescents, young adults and parents  the professional support and foundation needed to encourage healing and growth.

Experience in Psychological Support

Jeanne started her journey toward becoming an Educational Psychologist in South Africa at the University of Johannesburg.

She continued her studies internationally where she graduated from Massey University in New Zealand in 2017 as an Educational Psychologist.

She has extensive experience with children, adolescents and young adults and is well-versed in conducting professional academic and psychological evaluations.

Jeanne began her career as a school teacher in both South Africa and England and has since accumulated over ten years’ experience within the realm of child and adolescent counselling and psychology.

Her experience includes work for the Ministry of Education in New Zealand, working collaboratively with her young clients’ family, school team and other professionals to assess, develop and implement / review individual support plans.

At St John of God Waipuna, Jeanne dedicated time within the field of youth mental health including;

• low mood,
• anxiety,
• eating difficulties ,
• body image and
• substance use

Jeanne continues to work with young people alongside their families within the rural and remote communities in Australia.

Qualifications
MEd
PGDipEdPsych (Professional Practice Educational Psychology)
BEd (Hons) in Educational Psychology
​BEd (Hons) in Inclusive Education
BPrimEd

Professional Bodies 
Registered Educational Psychologist in Australia (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency- AHPRA)

Registered Educational Psychologist with the New Zealand Psychologist Board

Accreditation 
Accredited Triple P Practitioner (Positive Parenting Programme) Level 3
Accredited Triple P Group Facilitator (Indigenous Focus)
FRIENDS ‘For Life’ Programme Facilitator
Approved for STAP Supervision (Supervisor Training & Approval Program)

Approved 
Board Approved Supervisor
Registrar Program Principal Supervisor (educational and developmental psychology)

Publications
Dimensions Causing School Lateness in a Secondary School and Suggested Solutions August 1, 2018. Kararanga- Vol 19, Issue1:2018

Supporting learners within a secondary school context using the My FRIENDS Youth Skills for Life Programme: Five participants and their experience
Nov 2016. Kairaranga- Vol 17, Issue 2: 2016

An Integrated Approach

Jeanne uses an integrated approach in her work with young people, some modalities include:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy,
• Solutions Focused Therapy,
• Narrative Therapy,
• Mindfulness Therapy
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

​In addition to this she has also successfully facilitated a variety of therapeutic group work with young people and adults.

Psychological theories and models of therapy from various therapeutic approaches allows us to assist with support plans that are best suited to each individual’s particular difficulties.

Who We Are

Based in Robina, Gold Coast, our practice assists children, adolescents and families in navigating the various challenges that youths are exposed to at home, at school and beyond into early adulthood.

Passionate about providing support to those in need we strive to create an environment in which our clients can thrive and grow.

Dedicated to continuous learning and growth, New Growth Psychology furthermore offers workshops and training to fellow professionals who work closely with children and young adults.

“Your present circumstances don’t determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start.”