About Me
I am a
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NDIS Registered Advanced/Specialist Behaviour Support
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PACFA Registered Counsellor
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Approved Service Provider with Victim Support ACT
Qualification
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Master of Counselling
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Certification in Oppositional, Defiant & Disruptive Behaviours in Kids: Non-Medication Strategies for the Classroom, Clinic & Home
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Certification in SoSafe Program
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Certification in Gottman Couple Therapy - Level 2
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Certification in behaviour technician
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Master of Business Administration
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Master of Marketing
I provide
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Specialist Positive Behaviour Support
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Eearly Intervention
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Psychotherapy and Counselling
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I speak English and Mandarin
Hey there! My name is Kelly Chen. I'm a proud mom of two amazing, super energetic and "crazy" neurodivergent boys. And guess what? Neurodiversity is a big part of my family and friend circle too! My journey, navigating my own trauma while raising my kiddos (yeah, it's tough!), led me down the path of becoming a counsellor and behaviour support specialist. For me, it's all about acceptance, resilience, and staying true to myself. When I'm not working, you'll probably find me out in nature, tearing it up on the dance floor or hitting the gym.
I am a trauma-informed and neurodivergent-affirming Counsellor and NDIS registered Advanced/Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner based in Canberra. I support neurodivergent children, young people, and their families through a compassionate, holistic, and relationship-focused approach.
As a parent with lived experience of trauma and raising neurodivergent children, I bring not only professional expertise but deep empathy and real-world understanding to my work. I know how complex, emotional, and isolating the journey can feel—because I’ve walked it too.
I create safe, inclusive spaces where neurodivergent minds are honoured, family voices are heard, and practical strategies are built around each person’s unique strengths.
My approach is holistic, person-centred and individualised. I offer services in English and Mandarin, and work with families from diverse cultural and neurodiverse backgrounds. With two addtional Master’s degrees in Business, I bring a strong foundation in systems thinking, communication, and client-focused care. That means my client's experience isn’t just respected—it’s central to everything I do.
My name is Kelly Chen
Let's connect and make this journey together totally "wholesome"!
Therapeutic Approach
I am a Canberra-based therapist and Counsellor, offering child and family services through play therapy, individual counselling, and specialist positive behaviour support. My areas of focus include trauma recovery, neurodivergent-affirming practice, parent and carer coaching, and counselling—all grounded in a deep understanding of attachment and emotional needs, while acknowledging everyone and every family has unique needs and strengths. I work flexibly with children and young people, families, or carers individually, depending on what’s needed.
My approach is integrative and tailored. I draw on a range of therapeutic modalities, often beginning with psychodynamic tools—such as attachment theory and emotion-focused work—to help you explore relational patterns and emotional landscape. From there, I incorporate cognitive-behavioural approaches, including CBT, ACT, and DBT, to support value-based and practical change. My work in play therapy and behaviour support is strongly informed by child development theory.
I’m particularly passionate about working with disabled, marginalised, and neurodivergent individuals and families, creating a respectful, inclusive space where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.