Psychosocial Recovery Coaching for NDIS Participants
Our experienced recovery coaches support individuals living with psychosocial disability to build resilience, regain control, and move forward with confidence — at your pace, on your terms.
Your Partner in Mental Health Recovery
Compassionate Psychosocial Recovery Support That Walks Beside You
At Safe & Sound Disability, our NDIS Psychosocial Recovery Coaching supports individuals living with a psychosocial disability — including those with mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders.
Our experienced recovery coaches draw on extensive mental health knowledge to help you improve your quality of life and overall wellbeing. We work alongside you to navigate daily challenges, build resilience, and regain control over your life — not just manage it.
Our coaches are senior therapists supported by a multidisciplinary team of behaviour specialists and clinicians. You can choose a recovery coach whose professional background and experience aligns with your personal recovery journey. Together, we’ll support your goals and empower you to move forward with confidence.
Understanding the Role
What Is a Psychosocial Recovery Coach?
A Psychosocial Recovery Coach combines coaching principles with recovery-oriented practices. Their goal is to help you manage daily challenges, build resilience and capacity, and take more control of your life — through respectful, strong, and consistent relationships.
Unlike a support coordinator who focuses primarily on NDIS plan implementation, a recovery coach focuses specifically on your mental health recovery journey — helping you set meaningful goals, develop coping strategies, and work toward a full and meaningful life.
This service is specifically designed to sustain engagement even during periods of heightened support needs, recognising the episodic nature of mental illness and the importance of continuous, reliable support.
“My recovery coach helped me set goals I actually believed in — and then helped me achieve them. For the first time in years I feel like I’m moving forward.”
– SASD Participant, Sydney
NDIS Plan Understanding & Recovery Goal Development
Your coach assists you to understand your NDIS plan and works with you to review, monitor, and develop meaningful recovery plan goals that reflect your values and aspirations.
Collaborative Coaching & Provider Coordination
Your coach offers direct coaching and works collaboratively with your providers, carers, family, and other supports to connect you with diverse services that support your recovery.
Building Respectful, Trusting Relationships
Recovery coaching is built on strong, respectful relationships. Your coach takes time to understand you as a person — not just as a participant — and works alongside you at your own pace.
How We Support You
What Your Recovery Coach Does for You
Our recovery coaching covers every dimension of your mental health recovery journey — from daily living to long-term independence.
Meaningful Goal Setting
We work with you to identify and set goals that genuinely matter to you — not goals set by others. Your recovery plan reflects your values, strengths, and what a meaningful life looks like for you.
Building Resilience and Capacity
We help you develop practical coping strategies, emotional resilience, and the skills needed to manage challenges more effectively — building your capacity for a more independent life.
Connecting You with Services
We connect you with community resources, peer support networks, healthcare professionals, and other services that enrich your recovery and everyday life across Greater Sydney.
NDIS Plan Navigation
We help you understand your NDIS plan, how to use your recovery coaching funding effectively, and what other supports you may be entitled to — so nothing is left on the table.
Crisis Navigation and Stability
During difficult periods or mental health crises, your recovery coach provides consistent, calm support — helping you stay connected to your recovery plan and maintain stability.
Provider and Carer Coordination
We work collaboratively with your providers, carers, and family to ensure everyone supporting you is aligned — reducing gaps and building a cohesive support environment around you.
Why It Matters
Benefits of NDIS Psychosocial Recovery Coaching
Recovery coaching transforms the NDIS experience for participants with mental health conditions.
Here’s what you gain with the right coach by your.
- Mental Health Expertise
- Stronger Community Connections
- Consistent Support Through Episodes
- Goal-Oriented, Purposeful Support
- Improved Independence & Confidence
- Person-Centred, Recovery-Focused
Finding the Right Fit
How to Choose the Right Recovery Coach
Choosing a recovery coach is a personal decision.
Here are the key factors to consider when selecting the right coach for your recovery journey.
Assess skills, qualifications & lived experience
Consider their training, professional background, and whether they have lived or learned experience in mental health recovery — both are valuable in different ways.
Check availability and NDIS registration
Make sure they are available when and where you need support, and confirm they are registered with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.
Find someone you connect with
A good recovery coach is a good listener who you feel comfortable with. The relationship is central to recovery — it's important to feel heard, respected, and understood.
Consider long-term fit and approach
Recovery is a long-term journey. Look for a coach whose approach, values, and communication style align with your personal recovery philosophy and goals.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Psychosocial Recovery Coaching
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What is the difference between a recovery coach and a support coordinator?
A Support Coordinator focuses on implementing your NDIS plan and connecting you with services. A Psychosocial Recovery Coach focuses specifically on your mental health recovery journey — helping you build resilience, set goals, and develop the skills and strategies for a more independent life.
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How is Psychosocial Recovery Coaching funded?
It is funded under the Capacity Building — Support Coordination budget in your NDIS plan. The NDIS determines funding eligibility based on your assessed needs and your psychosocial disability. Contact us if you’re unsure whether you have this funded.
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What mental health conditions does recovery coaching support?
Recovery coaching supports participants living with psychosocial disability arising from any mental health condition — including depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, PTSD, borderline personality disorder, and other complex mental health diagnoses.
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Can I have both a recovery coach and a support coordinator?
Yes. Many NDIS participants have both. They serve different purposes — your support coordinator manages your NDIS plan and service connections, while your recovery coach focuses on your mental health recovery goals and day-to-day wellbeing. The two roles complement each other.
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Will my recovery coach support me during a mental health crisis?
Yes. One of the key distinguishing features of recovery coaching is consistent support even during periods of heightened mental health needs. Your coach will help you navigate difficult episodes, stay connected to your recovery plan, and maintain stability throughout.
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Can I choose my own recovery coach?
Absolutely. Under the NDIS, you have choice and control over your providers and supports. We encourage participants to meet with potential coaches to find the right fit before committing — the relationship is central to effective recovery coaching.
Ready to Start Your Recovery Journey with Us?
Our qualified Psychosocial Recovery Coaches are here to walk beside you — helping you build resilience, achieve your goals, and live a fuller, more independent life. Get in touch today.
