We support young people aged 5–17, including those with NDIS plans, youth under Guardianship, and young people facing challenges with school, mental health, or social connection, in Adelaide SA.
Who can access your services?
How do I get started?
Simply fill out our enquiry form, referral phone or phone us. We’ll arrange a free 15-20 -minute phone chat to understand your family needs and explore how we can support your children/family.
What would a session look like?
🕒 Flexible Timeframes
Sessions can range from 50 minutes to 4 hours, depending on the services you are seeking.
🌿 Flexible Locations
Coastal Edge Youth Services operates on an out-reach based model. Sessions can happen at the local library, school settings, or—most popular—in natural outdoor settings like the park or beach. This provides a less intense, safe space ideal for emotional co-regulation and nature-based counselling. We do also offer Telehealth sessions when requested.
💬 First Session
Our first session is about getting to know you. We’ll talk about what brings you here and what you'd like to work on.
🛠️ Future sessions could include
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Therapy Sessions: A space to explore thoughts and feelings, practice and explore emotional regulation strategies.
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Community/ Activity Engagement support: Attending local community events, walks in local parks, along the beach, exploring nature trails, learning new social & practical skills.
🚀 Putting Therapy skills into Action: Together, we’ll practice what you learn in your daily life—side-by-side. This hands-on approach ensures you feel supported and empowered to maintain positive change every step of the way.
Information provided to Social Workers is confidential. Confidentiality means we will not disclose your information, or that you have sought assistance with us, without your permission. There are some exceptions to our ability to keep information confidential. We must, for instance disclose minimal information related to safety if we are concerned about risk of harm to you or another person. We are also bound by law to report suspected harm or risk of harm to children, and unregistered firearms.
Are sessions confidential?
Yes, we do work with children under GOCE who are living in kinship, foster, residential care or independent placements. We aim to uphold the Charter of Rights for Children and Young People in Care to its full extent. Click here for more information on the Charter and young peoples’ rights in care.
Do you work with Children under Guardianship of the Chief Executive (GOCE)?
Service Alignment
To ensure consistent, specialised support, Coastal Edge Youth Services operates as a fee-for-service provider with a focus on clients utilising NDIS funding. We do not accept Medicare or Mental Health Care Plans (MHCPs). We can bill directly to clients, Support Coordinators (NDIS), and other private-paying parties. Our service prices are aligning with AASW and NDIS Guidelines.