Krista Senden
Social Worker, Counsellor
Krista Senden Therapy
Altona, Melbourne VIC 3018
Online Therapy Australia-wide
Philosophy & Vision
Guided by a strong commitment to social justice and human dignity, I have worked extensively with people seeking support with trauma, mental health concerns and difficult life circumstances. I have developed strong expertise in working with complex trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, emotional distress and the impact of prolonged stress. My approach is thoughtful, compassionate and grounded in evidence-based practice, offering a space where people can reflect, regain clarity and move toward meaningful change.
Background
I am a Clinical Social Worker, earlier in my career I worked in humanitarian contexts, providing mental health support in Kakuma Refugee Camp in Kenya and in Bangkok, Thailand. These experiences deepened my understanding of how trauma, loss and prolonged stress can shape people’s lives.
I have worked for many years within specialist trauma and grief services in Australia. I have developed strong expertise in working with complex trauma, grief, depression, mental health conditions, emotional distress, and the impact of prolonged stress.
Services
I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches depending on your needs and preferences. This may include practices that support present-moment awareness and self-compassion, approaches that build on personal strengths, and therapies that help people process difficult experiences and better understand patterns in thoughts, emotions and relationships. I also incorporate approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) principles and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Areas of Interest
Accreditations
- Masters of Social Work - 2012 - Boston College
Modalities
CBT - DBT - EMDR - Internal Family Systems - Mindfulness - Narrative Therapy - Person Centred - Strengths-Based - Systems Theory - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches depending on your needs and preferences. This may include practices that support present-moment awareness and self-compassion, approaches that build on personal strengths, and therapies that help people process difficult experiences and better understand patterns in thoughts, emotions and relationships. I also incorporate approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) principles and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Professional Associations
- Australian Association of Social Workers
Appointments
I am available Monday and Friday, daytime with limited evening availability.
Fees & Insurance
My rates are $130 per session. I can offer a sliding scale, to help keep things accessible for those experiencing financial instability. I also offer a free 15 minute initial consult, if you'd like to chat with me before booking in a session.
Payment Options
Bank transfer or paypal within 7 days of appointment.
Contact Krista
Contact me to book a free initial consult.