Communication, Connection & Community
At Hands and Mind, we believe that a child's ability to thrive is fundamentally shaped by their access to communication, connection with others, and attachment to community.
What is Hands and Mind?
Hands and Mind is a private psychology practice that provides mental health services for children, young people and their families.
Experienced team
Hands and Mind supports the use evidence-based practices. Our practitioners are highly qualified and genuinely passionate about supporting children, young people and their families.
Deaf-friendly services
We are a deaf-friendly practice and support access to services that are culturally and linguistically appropriate. Our team includes professionals who have qualifications in Auslan (Diploma of Auslan) and are experienced in working with Auslan interpreters.
Inclusive and welcoming
We celebrate diversity. Creating a safe, non-judemental space is paramount to our practice. We work in collaboration with children and families to best meet their needs.
Flexible appointments
With options for face-to-face and telehealth sessions, our services can be accessed from places across Australia.
Our services
At Hands and Mind, we want to support children, young people and their families through life’s ups and downs. Our services are designed to fit the unique needs of each family we work with.
Psychological therapy
Our therapy sessions aim to support children, young people and families with a range of mental health, behavioural, and parenting concerns.
Cognitive and psychological assessments
Our team offer comprehensive assessments for children and young people aged 4 – 17 years old.
Our locations
Telehealth
If you are unable to attend one of our face-to-face locations, we also offer telehealth appointments.
CCC Psychology
The Hub Convenience Centre, 115 – 117 Buckley Road Burpengary East QLD 4505
The Greenhouse
The Greenhouse West End Village 97 Boundary Street West End QLD 4101
Our founder’s story
Zoie Nott founded Hands and Mind in January 2024 after discovering her passion for Auslan (Australian Sign Language) and the need for more deaf-aware clinicians.
With a background in clinical psychology and ongoing Auslan studies, Zoie aims to provide culturally and linguistically appropriate psychological services for deaf and hard of hearing children and their families.
Committed to reaching urban and rural areas, Zoie aspires to have quality mental health care accessible to all children across Australia.
Acknowledgement of country
Hands and Mind respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands across Australia and their enduring connection to land, language, culture, and community. We honor and recognise the invaluable leadership, contributions, and continued efforts of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to embedding cultural perspectives in our work and collaborating with First Nations Communities to support and empower children, young people, and families. With great respect, we honor the people, their cultures, and the Elders - past, present, and emerging.
Acknowledgement of Deaf Community
Hands and Mind recognise and honor the members of the Deaf Community in Australia for safeguarding their rich history, culture, and language—Auslan (Australian Sign Language). We also acknowledge the custodians of Auslan, who champion awareness, equality, and access through the promotion of this language. We believe that Auslan serves as a foundation for connection and aim to empower future generations in the Deaf Community to continue preserving its legacy and cultural identity.
See how we can help
Contact us today. Whether you need therapy sessions or a comprehensive assessment, our team is here to help.
