08 7077 0980
Kiaran Thorpe, Clinical Psychologist
Emergency Contacts

 Kiaran is an experienced Clinical Psychologist with a warm and relaxed approach who provides therapy, assessment, supervision and capacity building services.  She works with people of all ages, either in-person from rooms in Hove (Adelaide) or via secure video calling where appropriate. 
Therapy
Kiaran can assist with the management of stress, distress and a range of
mental health, insight and
skill-building needs.
Kiaran enjoys working with people of all ages, from the very young (with their families) to adults. She draws on a variety of approaches to tailor an approach to best suit the unique needs of each individual client. Please feel free to speak with Kiaran if there is a particular approach you would like
to discuss. 
Capacity Building
Kiaran can provide capacity building supports to children, teens and adults who self-manage their NDIS Plan, or have a Plan Manager. 
Kiaran enjoys helping clients with effective coping, emotional regulation, independence building, problem-solving and protective behaviours.
Assessments
Kiaran can provide respectful
neuroaffirming assessments for older children, adolescents and adults interested in exploring whether they may be neurodivergent. 
Kiaran is an accredited diagnostician in SA meaning her reports can be used to access supports via Autism SA if desired and/or to apply for NDIS access where applicable.

Kiaran also has extensive experience assessing parenting capacity and child-parent relationships
(**not currently accepting new referrals**)
Supervision
Kiaran is a Board-Approved Supervisor able to provide peer supervision to other registered psychologists, and supervision to psychologists working towards clinical endorsement.
Kiaran is especially motivated to support other clinicians working with children and families involved with the out of home care system, and clients (of all ages) who have experienced complex trauma.

Complex Trauma

Kiaran has a particular interest in supporting people of all ages navigating complex or developmental trauma, including the implications for attachment, self-concept, development, emotional regulation, behaviour,
mental health, relationships and parenting capacity. 
This can include:
  • trauma processing and the management of trauma-related mental health needs
  • understanding and processing life story work
  • supporting children, young people, parents, families or individuals with previous or current out of home care experience
  • skill-building for children, young people and families managing big emotions and behaviours
  • using a collaborative and proactive problem solving approach to challenges being encountered at home, school or in the community 
  • supporting families of all forms looking to process traumas, strengthen child-parent relationships and overcome challenges (e.g. via dyadic therapy, attachment-focused work, Child Parent Psychotherapy, etc)
  • promoting parent/caregivers' ability to develop and maintain a safe, attuned, and trauma-informed approach to parenting tailored to the needs of the particular child being cared for.

To discuss arranging an appointment or what funding arrangements would best suit you (e.g. attending on a self-funded basis or using your private health cover, via a Mental Health Treatment Plan from a GP, utilising an NDIS Plan, via the DCP Private Providers Panel, or another arrangement (to be negotiated)) please contact us by leaving a voicemail or sending an email and we will get back to you. 

Please note, Admin is on a virtual, part-time basis and Kiaran is often in-session so we will respond to you as soon as possible (may be 48h depending on availability). Thank you for your patience.

Getting here:

  • By car:           Parking is available in the rear carpark which is safe, private and on flat ground with one step up into the building. KT Psychology Services adjoins The Sanctuary at Hove (shared driveway to the rear carpark) and is a few buildings down from the new McDonalds on Brighton Rd. There are also cafes, playgrounds and the beach nearby for before or after sessions.

  • By train:       Take the Seaford line to Hove station, then walk along Brighton Rd (approx 450m) 

  • By bus:       Stop 33 is right out front 

Entry to KT Psychology Services is via the rear carpark only, and by appointment only.  Please take a seat in the waiting room and Kiaran will meet you for your appointment. 

Phone

(Please leave us a voicemail and we will get
back to you)

08 7077 0980

Emergency Contacts

KT Psychology Services is not a crisis service. Please reach out to your GP, social worker and/or these emergency services for immediate support:

  • Police, Fire, Ambulance - 000     

  • Kids Helpline (for young people 5-25y and their parents/carers) - ph 1800 55 1800 

  • Child Abuse Report Line - ph 13 14 78 

  • Mental Health Triage - ph 13 14 65 

  • Lifeline - ph 13 11 14, txt 0477 13111

  • Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 or www.beyondblue.org.au

  • Suicide Callback Service (18y+) - ph 1300 659 467 or www.suicidecallbackserviceorg.au

  • 1800 Respect - ph 1800 737 732 or www.1800respect.org.au 

  • Domestic Violence Gateway Service - ph 1800 800 098 
In the spirit of reconciliation, KT Psychology Services acknowledges the Kaurna people as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we live and work. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their enduring connections to land, sea and community. We extend respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

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