
Karla-Kai Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW (She, Her)
Verified by Psychology Today
609/370 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3004
Let's Connect (03) 7003 2768

I am an experienced clinical social worker, who works therapeutically with individuals, couples and families. I have been practicing for 8 years and I am passionate about promoting self-determined recovery, and advocating for the social inclusion and empowerment of women, girls, non-binary and gender diverse people. I have extensive experience supporting people to manage a variety of challenges across the lifespan including people with anxiety, depression, complex trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder, psychosis, trauma, and neurodiversity. I also work with women who are experiencing disordered eating and body image concerns.
I work in partnership with people who are living with complex mental health concerns, focusing on person-led therapy; allowing space for collaborative solutions and the optimisation of resources to support people to make their own positive and self-directed change.
I draw from a variety of evidence-based interventions including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing and Sensory Modulation, and focus on providing flexible treatment while fostering meaningful engagement.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $220
- Couple Sessions $250
- Pay by Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Medicare Rebates
If you see your insurance listed, please ask me to verify coverage when you arrange your first visit.

Karla-Kai Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist,
AMHSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers 456755
- In Practice for 8 Years
- Certificate from Charles Sturt University Supervising Social Work and Human Service Students / 2018
- Degree/Diploma from The University of New England in (BPsychSc) Bachelor of Psychological Science / 2011
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Family Conflict
- Coping Skills
Expertise
- Developmental Disorders
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Teen,
Adults
Participants
Individuals,
Couples,
Family
Age
Teen,
Adults
Participants
Individuals,
Couples,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Strength-Based
Location
Primary Location
Email me or call with questions - (03) 7003 2768

Karla-Kai Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist,
AMHSW
Last Modified: 28 May 2023