Kirsty Braund

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Kirsty Braund

Clinical Practice Leader – Registered Psychologist

About Me

Kirsty supports people to make meaningful changes in their lives through a client-centred, compassionate and collaborative approach. Kirsty’s style is empowering, patient and direct, enabling her to initiate and nurture one-on-one relationships, navigate tough conversations and quickly understand client needs.

Presentations

Kirsty works with adults to address a wide range of issues, including:

  • Substance Use
  • Perinatal Concerns
  • Anxiety and Depression
  • C-PTSD and Trauma
  • Borderline Personality Disorder
  • Domestic and Family Violence

Kirsty also has experience in supporting fellow professionals with the emotional challenges of working with vulnerable clients, managing boundaries, and maintaining work-life balance.

Therapies

Kirsty incorporates multiple therapeutic frameworks in her practice, including:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): A structured, goal-oriented psychotherapy that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviours to improve emotional regulation and coping strategies.
  • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT): A structured form of cognitive-behavioural therapy that emphasises the development of skills in emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and mindfulness to help individuals manage intense emotions and improve relationships.
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Mindfulness-based behavioural therapy that encourages individuals to embrace their thoughts and feelings while committing to personal values and taking meaningful action.
  • Motivational Interviewing: Client-centred counselling approach that helps individuals explore and resolve ambivalence about behaviour change, enhancing their motivation to take action.
  • Mindfulness: Encourages present-moment awareness and acceptance to reduce stress and promote well-being.
  • Interpersonal Therapy (IBT): Focuses on addressing interpersonal issues and improving communication and relationship skills.