- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and family violence
About Rona
Rona Kinnersly is an AASW social worker with over 10 years of professional experience in Australia. She supports people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, compassion fatigue and related issues. Rona works with adults facing parenting challenges, addictions, grief, anger and career pressures.
Rona focuses on practical, down-to-earth conversations. She frames people as the experts in their own stories and helps them spot strengths they already have. Sessions include talking through what is happening now and trying small changes that can make day-to-day life feel more manageable.
Her work includes supporting people affected by family violence and helping those recovering from trauma. Rona also has experience with caregiver stress, ageing and geriatric concerns, and the strain that comes with looking after others. She can help people who feel isolated, stuck or unsure about life purpose.
Clinically, Rona draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Attachment-Based and Client-Centred methods. That means she blends practical skills, attention to relationships, and values-focused work to address symptoms and coping patterns.
Rona practices in Australia and conducts sessions in English. If someone is considering therapy, she asks for a short intake so she can match techniques to their current goals and circumstances.
How Rona uses online approaches and therapy methods
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions that match their values, which can reduce avoidance and increase meaning. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on unpicking unhelpful thinking and testing new behavioural strategies to shift mood and anxiety. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in close relationships and how these affect reactions to stress and intimacy.Finding the right approach is usually a collaborative process. Rona will talk with each person about their goals, combine techniques when useful, and adjust methods as needs change rather than sticking to one fixed plan.
The original biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into study or work days, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help people who are juggling jobs, study, parenting and other daily responsibilities to keep therapy consistent while they work on change.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Rona supports people with stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, addictions, grief and life changes.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses straightforward, skills-focused conversations that aim to identify strengths and try small practical changes between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has over 10 years of professional experience working in Australia with adults on a range of concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
Rona is listed with the AASW and practices in Australia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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