Rona Kinnersly, AASW

Rona Kinnersly is Australia-credentialed with more than 10 years of professional practice and holds the AASW credential, indicating membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers. She brings focused experience supporting people through relationship challenges and is an accredited family violence therapist who specializes in family violence recovery and trauma-informed care.

Rona works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, and difficulties with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. She also has experience addressing compassion fatigue and supporting clients as they rebuild strength after distressing life events. Her approach centers on recognizing each person as the expert of their own story and identifying the practical strengths that can be used to move through what feels overwhelming.

Beginning therapy can take courage, and Rona acknowledges the effort involved in taking that first step. She aims to create a respectful, strengths-based environment that helps people explore their priorities and develop coping strategies tailored to their situation.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Support

Rona draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT encourages acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed action. It can help people manage anxiety, stress, and the emotional impact of trauma by focusing on what matters most to them.

Attachment-Based Therapy is used to explore how early relationships influence current patterns in connections and trust. This approach can support people working through relationship difficulties, intimacy concerns, and the relational effects of family violence.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Rona collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as the work progresses so the therapy remains relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with a licensed professional through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around daily life, maintain continuity of care, and access support from home or other convenient locations.