Kia Sculthorpe

Kia 

BA(Hons), MPsych(Clin)

Kia is a registered psychologist with experience working with people across all stages of life. Her approach is warm, compassionate, and grounded in genuine care. She strives to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore what’s most important to them. Valuing honesty and authenticity, Kia approaches psychological concerns holistically, drawing on each person’s strengths and inner resources. She has worked with people from diverse backgrounds and offers both short-term and longer-term therapy. Kia believes that a trusting therapeutic relationship is the foundation for meaningful growth and lasting change. She tailors her approach to each person’s unique goals, needs, and circumstances.

Modes of therapy:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT),

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT),

• Motivational Interviewing,

• Schema Therapy, applied through an attachment-informed lens

Kia consults via Telehealth and from our Chelsea Heights Clinic.

Areas of Interest:

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Adjustment challenges

• Grief and loss

• Substance misuse challenges

• Stress and burnout

• Trauma and complex trauma

• Perfection and self-criticism

• Relationship and attachment difficulties

• Sleep difficulties