Meet Kayla

A woman with shoulder-length dark hair, light skin, and tattoos on her arms, standing in front of a large green monstera plant, wearing a sleeveless black and white checkered top.

Kayla (they/them) is a Queer art therapist dedicated to creating a compassionate, creative space for healing, self-expression and personal growth. Their practice is grounded in the belief that art allows us to access parts of ourselves that words alone cannot always reach and that through imagery, colour, movement and symbolism individuals are able to explore inner experiences and discover new pathways forward.

They work from a trauma informed and person-centred approach with a particular interest in using the arts and working with internal narratives to help clients re-author their experiences to foster healing in a safe, non-judgmental and affirming space for all individuals.

Offering a warm, respectful and collaborative space they acknowledge that each person is the expert in their own life and therapy is most effective when it is guided by your unique experiences, values and pace.

They work with teens and adults with a particular focus in working with participants on the NDIS, supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, those navigating addiction, living with chronic illness, identity and life transitions. Their practice focuses on holistic support to assist individuals to integrate all aspects of the human psyche by connecting the mind, body and spirit.

Qualifications 

  • Bachelor in Art Therapy

  • Graduate Certificate in Counselling

  • Currently undertaking a Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy

Registrations

  • The Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia - Certified Practising Counsellor (PACFA)

  • College of Creative and Experiential Therapies (CCET) - Creative and Experiential Therapist (PACFA)

  • College of counselling (PACFA)