Kelly Kelbrick, ACA

Kelly Kelbrick supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression and ADHD. She greets clients with a calm, practical style and aims to make time for what matters most. Kelly writes plainly and keeps sessions focused on real-life steps that help day-to-day functioning.

Kelly has three years working in mental health settings in Australia. Her background includes roles in suicide intervention, sub-acute mental health services and private practice. She holds a Master of Counselling and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, plus additional postgraduate study in counselling and mental health.

Her approach is warm and collaborative. She works from a trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming perspective and adapts sessions to each person’s needs. Expect conversation that balances listening with practical strategies to manage emotions, stress and attention differences.

Kelly draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people cope, regain routine and build confidence. She prioritises small achievable goals and skills that can be used between sessions. Her practice emphasises respect for a person’s lived experience and strengths.

Sessions are offered in English and Afrikaans. People start by choosing the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a time that suits them. Costs vary by location and availability and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online care

Kelly uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values; it is often used for anxiety, depression and low motivation. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving emotional regulation, which can help with stress and impulsive responses.

Finding the best approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t helped before, then recommend approaches to try. This collaborative stance means the plan can change as progress is made.

The biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people continue therapy across moves within Australia. Appropriately qualified therapists will help match session length and frequency to practical needs and goals.