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About Keona

Keona’s approach is warm, compassionate, and person-centred. She believes that the therapeutic relationship is just as important as the therapy itself.

She combines evidence-based interventions with genuine human connection to help individuals feel supported, empowered, and capable of creating positive change. Her style is collaborative, respectful, and tailored to each person’s unique experiences and goals.

Areas of Experience

Anxiety Disorders

Helping individuals better understand anxiety and develop practical coping strategies.

Overthinking and Worry

Supporting individuals to break cycles of excessive thinking and self-doubt.

Phobias

Evidence-based approaches to reducing fear and improving confidence.

Stress and Burnout

Supporting emotional balance and resilience during challenging periods.

Depression

Helping individuals reconnect with purpose, motivation, and wellbeing.

Emotional Wellbeing

Developing healthier ways of managing emotions and improving quality of life.

Life Transitions

Supporting adjustment through periods of change and uncertainty.

Community Mental Health

Extensive experience working with acute and community-based mental health presentations.

Therapeutic Approaches

Keona uses an eclectic and person-centred approach that draws from a range of evidence-based therapies.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Helping individuals recognise and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Developing psychological flexibility and living according to personal values.

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Supporting individuals to strengthen motivation and confidence for change.

Brief Solution Focused Therapy

Identifying strengths and practical solutions to overcome challenges.

Guided Imagery

Promoting relaxation, self-awareness, and emotional regulation.

Professional Experience

  • Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW)
  • Over 20 years of mental health experience
  • Extensive government and non-government sector experience
  • Eight years working in Public Community Mental Health
  • Experience supporting acute mental health presentations
  • Recovery-focused and person-centred practice
  • Collaborative and strengths-based approach

Keona's Philosophy

“I believe that therapy is more than techniques and interventions. Genuine human connection and feeling truly understood are equally important in helping people create meaningful and lasting change.”

Keona values authenticity, compassion, and collaboration, and works alongside each person to support emotional wellbeing and personal growth.