I’m Kirsty — therapist, social worker, parent, and founder of Mind Co.

I’ve been walking alongside children, families, and individuals for over 15 years, offering therapeutic support that’s compassionate, evidence-based, and grounded in lived experience. I hold a Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) and Social Planning from Flinders University (2008) and am an accredited member of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).

My career has taken me across government, non-government, not-for-profit, and private sectors — from child protection to mental health and disability support. I’ve worked with people in crisis, in transition, and in growth, and through it all, my approach has remained the same: lead with connection, curiosity, and care.

Today, I hold a strong interest in neuroaffirming therapeutic support for children, teens, and adults — particularly those with autism, PDA and anxiety. I also work closely with parents, especially those navigating the challenges of raising a child with a PDA profile.

This work is deeply personal to me. I’m a mum of two, including a PDAer — so I know what it feels like to parent through meltdowns, misunderstandings, and moments of deep uncertainty. That lived experience informs everything I do, from the way I listen to the tools I share.

At Mind Co, therapy isn’t about fixing. It’s about finding safe ground, practical strategies, and small moments of calm that grow into lasting change.

If you're looking for someone who truly gets it — both professionally and personally — you're in the right place.