Support for parents, children and families, under one roof.
Psychologists, child and creative therapists, assessments and body care in Jan Juc Village, from pregnancy and early parenting through childhood, the teen years and beyond.
- 3 clinical psychologists
- Medicare, NDIS & private health
- Online booking
Come on in, the kettle's on.
Jan Juc Village, Stuart Ave. A short walk up from the beach.
What would you like help with?
Pick one and we'll show who can help, with their next step. Not sure? Call us and we'll match you.
Can't see what you need? Call 0491 184 788 or send an enquiry.
What we offer
Three kinds of care, all in one place. Choose a service to see who provides it.
Mind & relationships
- Individual therapyAnxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life changes
- Perinatal & parentingTrying to conceive, pregnancy, birth, early parenthood
- Couples therapyCommunication, connection, becoming parents together
- CounsellingIncluding sleep & settling support for babies and toddlers
Children & teens
- Child & adolescent therapyAges 6 to 19, through talk, play and art
- ADHD, autism & cognitive assessmentsSee how it works
- Play, art & music therapyCreative ways in for younger children
- NDIS supportCapacity building and reports
Body care
- MassageRemedial, relaxation, pregnancy, postpartum and teen
- AcupunctureJapanese acupuncture and Chinese medicine, including fertility and pregnancy care
- OsteopathyBabies, children, pregnancy, postpartum and adults
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ADHD, autism & cognitive assessments
A full assessment gives you a clear picture of how your child (or you) thinks and learns, and practical recommendations for home and school.
- Free 15-minute phone chatWe check an assessment is the right step and which kind.
- Intake sessionBackground, development history and what you'd like to understand.
- QuestionnairesCompleted by parents, teachers or the person being assessed.
- Assessment sessionsUsually 1 to 3 sessions, depending on the assessment.
- Feedback & written reportWe go through the results together and give you a clear report with recommendations.
Meet the practitioners
Every practitioner, what they help with, and how to book. Someone fully booked? Join their waitlist and we'll be in touch when a spot opens.
Don't mind who you see? and we'll match you with the first suitable opening.
Your first visit
Walking in the first time is often the hardest part. Here's what to expect, so nothing on the day is a surprise.
When you book
You'll get a confirmation by email or text with your practitioner's name, the time, and a link to update your details. If you're using Medicare, ask your GP to send us your Mental Health Treatment Plan before you come, or bring it with you.
Getting here
We're in Jan Juc Village on Stuart Ave. Free parking is right out front, and the entrance is step-free, with room for prams.
When you arrive
Come a few minutes early and make yourself comfortable in the waiting room. Your practitioner will come out to meet you. If you're feeling unsure, that's normal; you can tell them so.
The first session
It's mostly a conversation about what's brought you in and what you'd like to be different. You won't be asked to share anything you're not ready to. For children, the first session is usually with parents only.
Afterwards
If it feels like a good fit, you'll book your next session. If it doesn't, tell us. We'll help you find someone who is, here or elsewhere, with no hard feelings.
Practical questions
Can I bring my baby?
Yes. Babies in arms are welcome in perinatal and parenting sessions, and there's a change table in the bathroom. Feed, settle or pace with them whenever you need.
Can my child bring a support person or toy?
Of course. Whatever helps them feel safe: a parent, a favourite toy, a fidget. Your practitioner will talk through what works best for your child.
What should I bring?
Your Medicare card, any GP referral or Mental Health Treatment Plan, private health details if you're claiming, and NDIS plan details if relevant. For assessments, any school reports or previous assessments.
Is what I say kept private?
Yes. What you share is confidential. The legal exceptions, such as when someone's safety is at serious risk, will be explained in your first session so you know exactly where you stand.
What if I need to cancel?
Life with kids is unpredictable, and we get that. Please give us 48 hours' notice where you can so someone on the waitlist can take the spot.
Can I have sessions online?
Many of our practitioners offer telehealth. Check the practitioner's booking page or ask us when you book.
What sessions cost
One fee list, used everywhere on the site. Fees current as of [date to confirm].
| Service | Fee | Medicare rebate* |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical psychology (50 min) | $235–245 | $149.05 |
| Psychology (50 min) | $190 | $101.55 |
| Couples therapy (60 min) | $245 | Not covered |
| Psychotherapy / social work (50 min) | $215 | $89.50 |
| Counselling, sleep & settling | $120 | Not covered |
| Osteopathy | $140–190 | Private health |
| Massage & acupuncture | See booking page | Private health |
| Assessments | Itemised quote | Partly, depending on type |
*With a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan. Rebates change each 1 July. NDIS and private health accepted where eligible.
Estimate your out-of-pocket cost
Medicare change from 1 November 2025. Your Mental Health Treatment Plan now usually needs to come from your regular GP or the practice where you're registered for MyMedicare. A plan from a one-off or telehealth GP may not be rebated. If you're unsure, ask us before your first session.
Whatever your family looks like, there's room for you here.
Feeling safe to be yourself is where good support starts. These are the commitments we make to every person who walks through our door.
Neuroaffirming. We see autism and ADHD as differences, not deficits. Therapy and assessments are shaped around how each person thinks, learns and communicates.
LGBTQIA+ families. Same-sex parents, trans and gender-diverse people, and every path to parenthood, including donor conception, surrogacy and adoption.
Every family shape. Solo parents, blended families, co-parents, grandparents raising grandkids, and foster and kinship carers.
Culturally safe care. We work on Wadawurrung Country and are committed to being a welcoming place for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.
Your language. Interpreters can be arranged at no cost to you. Let us know when you book.
Sensory and access needs. Step-free entry, lights we can dim, and a quieter appointment time if the waiting room feels like a lot.
Is there something that would make it easier? Tell us when you get in touch, and we'll plan for it.
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A local home for growing families
Surf Coast Family Hub (formerly The Perinatal Hub) was started by clinical psychologist Dr Adi Brown so that Surf Coast families could find perinatal, parenting and child support close to home, without travelling to Geelong or Melbourne.
Today the Hub brings psychologists, child and creative therapists and body care practitioners together in one warm space in Jan Juc Village.
Talk to us
Not sure who to see? Call or send a message and we'll help you choose.
- Phone0491 184 788
- Emailhello@surfcoastfamilyhub.com.au
- AddressJan Juc Village, Stuart Ave
Jan Juc VIC 3228 - Hours[Opening hours to confirm]
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