Dr Karen Stanley
PhD
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (02) 5302 3356
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, panic attacks, or depression?
Perhaps you're coping with the loss of a loved one, or carrying unresolved trauma from the past that has led to PTSD. These experiences can feel isolating and intense—and seeking support can be a brave yet daunting step.
I offer individually tailored therapeutic support, designed to help you navigate these challenges with compassion and care.
As a qualified counselling psychotherapist and clinical hypnotherapist, I offer a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace. Whether you're facing current difficulties or seeking to understand the lasting impact of past events, my role is to guide and support you.
Creating a therapeutic environment that feels emotionally safe is central to my practice. It is essential that clients feel secure and respected as we work together to make sense of your experiences. My aim is to empower you, helping you regain a sense of control. I also provide a mobile service for clients who are housebound.
Call or Email Dr Karen Stanley now for a free 15 minute consultation - (02) 5302 3356
Let's Connect (02) 5302 3356
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $200
- Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Bank transfer, Cash, VisaInsurance
- AHM Health
- Australian Unity
- CBHS Health
- CUA Health
- Health Partners
- Medibank Private
- Teachers Health
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Degree/Diploma from Curtin University Karen Stanley
- In Practice for 2 years
- Trained with the Australian Hypnotherapy College, Diploma of Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy, Graduated 2024
- Degree/Diploma from Curtin University in Education (PhD) Doctor of Philosophy / 2016
- Degree/Diploma from University of Worcester in Education (MSc) Educational Management and Leadership / 2004
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Expertise and Interests
Practice Areas
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioural Issues
- Body Image
- Cancer
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Obesity
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Gestalt
- Humanistic
- Hypnotherapy
- Interpersonal
- Motivational Interviewing
- Neuro-Linguistic (NLP)
- Person-Centred
- Psychoanalytic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Transactional Analysis
- Trauma Focused