Kelly Kelbrick

Kelly Kelbrick is an ACA counsellor who helps adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and ADHD. She focuses on everyday problems that make life feel heavy, such as low self-esteem, emotional overwhelm and difficult life changes. Kelly meets people where they are and aims to make therapy straightforward and practical.

Kelly draws on a mental health background that spans clinical roles and private practice. She has a Master of Counselling and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, plus postgraduate study in counselling and mental health. Her work has included suicide intervention and sub-acute mental health services, which shaped a calm, steady approach.

In sessions she keeps things collaborative and trauma-informed. Conversations are guided by the client’s pace and priorities, with simple tools offered to manage stress and regulation. Kelly also works in a neurodiversity-affirming way and pays attention to how ADHD or autism traits affect everyday coping.

Common focuses include managing anxiety and depression, building self-worth, processing traumatic experiences, and improving emotional regulation. She also supports people dealing with chronic health issues, caregiver stress, attachment concerns, and identity challenges related to adoption or ageing.

Kelly speaks English and Afrikaans. Her practice is based in Australia and she works with adults seeking practical, evidence-informed help for mental health and wellbeing.

Approaches that guide online work

Kelly uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and build coping skills. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps clients clarify values and take small, practical steps towards a life that matters to them; it is useful for anxiety, depression and low motivation.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy offers concrete tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance and clearer communication when feelings feel overwhelming. It is helpful for people who want skills to calm intense emotions and reduce impulsive reactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Kelly works collaboratively with each person to identify which techniques suit their needs, goals and preferences. Together they regularly check what is helping and adapt the plan as needed.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats offered before booking as the biography does not list specific formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy life, reduce travel time, and let people use shorter check-ins when needed. They also allow continuation of work between appointments and make it simpler to attend from different locations when life changes occur.