Mental Health Services

EMERALD: proactive mental wellbeing program

USC Sunshine Coast Mind and Neuroscience - Thompson Institute

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About Us

EMERALD is an evidence-based telehealth program for people experiencing early signs that their mental wellbeing needs proactive attention. This could be due to the impacts of COVID-19 or other life changes that have left you feeling ‘not quite yourself’. Through personalised coaching and online learning modules, our expert practitioners will help you regain your wellbeing early, before longer-term problems develop.

What EMERALD offers
•    Eight-week program
•    Fortnightly telehealth appointments with a health coach
•    Up to four telehealth appointments with an allied health practitioner
•    Online learning modules on evidence-based mental health strategies

Who EMERALD is for
EMERALD is for people who:

  • are experiencing early signs that their mental wellbeing needs attention
  • can give 3 hrs per week for 8 weeks to appointments and learning

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How to take part

EMERALD is free of charge for Queenslanders, thanks to Queensland Health funding. To take part, read our website information including program eligibility then register your interest via the website.

Who EMERALD is developed by

EMERALD is developed and delivered by experts at our parent organisation, USC's Thompson Institute, which is a world-class hub for mental health and neuroscience research, teaching and clinical services.
We're a caring, professional team dedicated to using the latest science to improve mental wellbeing in individuals and communities.

Quick Facts About The Region

USC Sunshine Coast Mind and Neuroscience - Thompson Institute is located in the suburb of Birtinya, the council of Sunshine Coast, the state electorate of Kawana and the federal electorate of Fisher.