Kelly Ready, AASW
Compassionate Australian therapist supporting life transitions
- 15 years experience
- Video and phone sessions
- Focus on families
About Kelly Ready
Kelly Ready is a licensed Australian therapist with 15 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and parenting challenges including birth trauma. She combines clinical experience with a compassionate, sensitive approach, meeting each person where they are and shaping conversations and care to reflect individual circumstances and goals. Kelly holds the AASW credential, indicating membership in the Australian Association of Social Workers, and draws on that training to provide informed, respectful support.
As a parent of three, Kelly understands the practical realities of managing family life while navigating emotional difficulties, and she uses that perspective to make therapy relevant and doable. She prioritizes respect and sensitivity in every interaction and develops treatment plans that are tailored to the unique needs of each client. Taking the initial step toward greater wellbeing requires courage, and Kelly is committed to supporting clients through that process with steady guidance and practical strategies.
Her practice emphasizes collaborative work - Kelly partners with clients to identify priorities, set achievable goals, and adapt interventions as needs change. This pragmatic, person-centered orientation aims to help clients move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life at a pace that suits them.
As a parent of three, Kelly understands the practical realities of managing family life while navigating emotional difficulties, and she uses that perspective to make therapy relevant and doable. She prioritizes respect and sensitivity in every interaction and develops treatment plans that are tailored to the unique needs of each client. Taking the initial step toward greater wellbeing requires courage, and Kelly is committed to supporting clients through that process with steady guidance and practical strategies.
Her practice emphasizes collaborative work - Kelly partners with clients to identify priorities, set achievable goals, and adapt interventions as needs change. This pragmatic, person-centered orientation aims to help clients move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life at a pace that suits them.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kelly Ready have?
Kelly Ready has 15 years of professional experience working with individuals and families.
Is Kelly Ready a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the AASW credential, indicating membership in the Australian Association of Social Workers.
In which languages does Kelly Ready provide therapy?
Kelly provides therapy in English.
Where is Kelly Ready located?
Kelly is based in Australia.
How can I work with Kelly Ready as my therapist?
You can work with Kelly through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kelly Ready work with international clients?
No. Kelly does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kelly Ready cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Kelly. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches That Guide Online Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people learn to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions where managing avoidance and building meaningful routines matters. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns in close connections and helps people develop more secure, trusting ways of relating, which can be beneficial for relationship struggles, intimacy issues, and attachment concerns. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which the client’s experience guides the pace and direction of work - this approach is helpful for people seeking empathy, validation, and a collaborative space to explore concerns.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Kelly collaborates with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences, and she adapts techniques as progress is made. This collaborative process helps ensure care remains relevant and effective for each person.
Online therapy with Kelly is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit busy schedules and varied comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home or on the go, maintain continuity through life changes, and access consistent support when it is needed most.