Karen Barnes
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Maryborough, VIC 3465
Let's Connect 0417 638 763
If you’re an adult who is going through a difficult time, or who’s spent years pushing through—masking, overthinking, and feeling “too much” or not enough—you’re not alone. People reach out for many reasons: anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties, burnout, or simply wanting to understand themselves better. Due to lived experience, I also have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals and those impacted by complex trauma (CPTSD). Whatever brings you here, you may be looking for clarity, steadier emotions, and support that actually fits you.
I offer neuro-affirming, trauma-informed therapy as well as adult ADHD/autism assessments. My approach is strengths-based, evidence-informed, and practical, with a focus on self-understanding, emotional regulation, and strategies you can use in everyday life. Sessions are collaborative and paced to your needs and goals.
Reaching out can feel daunting—especially if you’ve felt misunderstood in the past. You don’t need to have the “right words” or a clear plan to begin. If you’re looking for a respectful, steady space to make sense of what’s happening and take the next step, I invite you to connect.
I am also happy to accommodate written (text, email, etc.) communicators.
Call or Email Karen Barnes now for a free 15 minute consultation - 0417 638 763
Let's Connect 0417 638 763
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $230
Payment Methods
Bank transfer, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Medicare Rebates
- NDIS
- Participating private insurers
Karen Barnes
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0417 638 763
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Karen Barnes
- Membership with Australian Psychological Society Member
- Membership with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency General Registration
Additional Credentials
Karen Barnes
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or 0417 638 763
Expertise and Interests
Top Expertise
- ADHD
- Autism
- Trauma and PTSD
Practice Areas
- Anxiety
- Behavioural Issues
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Domestic Violence
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Neurodivergent presentations
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
- Transgender
Karen Barnes
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or 0417 638 763
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Deaf Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Deaf Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
- Existential
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Person-Centred
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Karen Barnes
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0417 638 763
Location
Additional Location
Australian Wide Telehealth available
Melbourne, VIC 3000
0417 638 763