Fitzroy North
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Kalinda Vary
Social Worker, AMHSW
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Kalinda Vary

Social Worker, AMHSW (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
468 Brunswick Street Fitzroy North, VIC 3068
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Hello, I’m Kalinda. As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I provide trauma‑informed, LGBTQIA+‑affirming and neuro‑affirming therapy to adults throughout Australia. I work with individuals experiencing mental health concerns, existential anxiety, complex trauma, sexual assault, domestic violence, post‑traumatic stress, institutional abuse, systemic oppression, identity‑related questions, grief and burnout. Guided by a person-centered, trauma informed, intersectional feminist and systems approach, I recognise that each person’s story is shaped by the social, cultural and structural contexts they move through.
My therapeutic style is steady, compassionate and responsive. Whether you’re seeking structure, somatic practices, creative expression or a more intuitive process, I will tailor our work to align with your goals.
I believe therapy can be a place to gently rebuild trust — a space where relational wounds can be acknowledged, understood and repaired through safety, consent and connection.
Kalinda Vary now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online
Core Trauma Therapy

468 Brunswick Street

Fitzroy North, VIC 3068 map

503 Sydney Road

Brunswick, VIC 3056 map
My website
I offer therapy both in person and online, I am available weekdays and evenings and I am flexible around how we meet.
I focus on Sexual Abuse, Trauma and PTSD and Grief 
$160 Per Session  
Connect with Kalinda Vary
Photo of Kalinda Vary, Social Worker, AMHSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online
Core Trauma Therapy

468 Brunswick Street

Fitzroy North, VIC 3068 map

503 Sydney Road

Brunswick, VIC 3056 map
My website
I offer therapy both in person and online, I am available weekdays and evenings and I am flexible around how we meet.
I focus on Sexual Abuse, Trauma and PTSD and Grief 
$160 Per Session  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
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Payments available via direct deposit or card. Concession rates available for eligible clients. Rebates of with a Mental Health Care Plan and through participating private health providers. Contact us for more information.
Photo of Kalinda Vary, Social Worker, AMHSW
Kalinda Vary
Social Worker, AMHSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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Payments available via direct deposit or card. Concession rates available for eligible clients. Rebates of with a Mental Health Care Plan and through participating private health providers. Contact us for more information.
Photo of Kalinda Vary, Social Worker, AMHSW
Kalinda Vary
Social Worker, AMHSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers Kalinda Vary

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • RMIT, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2022

    • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Victorian College of the Arts in Painting Bachelor of Fine Art / 2014
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I am a social worker which means I tend to consider the micro to the macro systems that envelop us all. Together, we might unpack the implicit and explicit messaging from our "culture" that points to value and worth (e.g. who is "worthy") whether it is related to class, religion, gender and power.
Photo of Kalinda Vary, Social Worker, AMHSW
Kalinda Vary
Social Worker, AMHSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I am a social worker which means I tend to consider the micro to the macro systems that envelop us all. Together, we might unpack the implicit and explicit messaging from our "culture" that points to value and worth (e.g. who is "worthy") whether it is related to class, religion, gender and power.
Photo of Kalinda Vary, Social Worker, AMHSW
Kalinda Vary
Social Worker, AMHSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Sexual Abuse
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Grief

Practice Areas

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Depression
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Gay
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Stress
  • Transgender
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Kalinda Vary
Social Worker, AMHSW
Do these issues align with your needs?
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Kalinda Vary
Social Worker, AMHSW
Do these issues align with your needs?

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Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
  • Existential
  • Feminist
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centred
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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different treatments works for different folks. depending on where you are at and what your goals or needs from counselling are, I will adapt and meet you there. I often ask about past experiences with counselling and what worked or didn't work and why. If you have a mental health care plan then I will adapt to meet the 10 session structure.
Photo of Kalinda Vary, Social Worker, AMHSW
Kalinda Vary
Social Worker, AMHSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
different treatments works for different folks. depending on where you are at and what your goals or needs from counselling are, I will adapt and meet you there. I often ask about past experiences with counselling and what worked or didn't work and why. If you have a mental health care plan then I will adapt to meet the 10 session structure.
Photo of Kalinda Vary, Social Worker, AMHSW
Kalinda Vary
Social Worker, AMHSW
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

468 Brunswick Street

Fitzroy North, VIC 3068

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Additional Location

503 Sydney Road

Brunswick, VIC 3056

Group Practice

Core Trauma Therapy

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I offer therapy both in person and online, I am available weekdays and evenings and I am flexible around how we meet.
Photo of Kalinda Vary, Social Worker, AMHSW
Kalinda Vary
Social Worker, AMHSW
"
I offer therapy both in person and online, I am available weekdays and evenings and I am flexible around how we meet.
Photo of Kalinda Vary, Social Worker, AMHSW
Kalinda Vary
Social Worker, AMHSW