Kelly Lockett, AASW
Accredited mental health social worker
- Assessment and therapy
- Works with families
- Evidence-based care
About Kelly Lockett
Kelly Lockett is an accredited mental health social worker (AASW) with more than 19 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families through a wide range of mental health challenges. She combines clinically informed assessment with therapeutic practice to help people navigate difficult periods and build sustainable coping strategies.
Kelly offers a compassionate, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their experiences, deepen self-understanding, and work toward meaningful, lasting change. Her work emphasizes collaboration - identifying strengths, setting achievable goals, and developing practical self-management skills that support emotional resilience.
Her approach is holist and evidence-based, drawing on methods such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), talk therapy, relational therapy, and integrated approaches. These modalities inform both assessment and therapeutic interventions to address clients' needs across the lifespan.
In addition to clinical practice, Kelly has contributed to education through tutoring with the University of Tasmania’s Department of Social Work, focusing on mental health and child safety. She remains committed to continuous learning and to empowering people to move toward recovery, balance, and a more purposeful life.
Kelly offers a compassionate, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their experiences, deepen self-understanding, and work toward meaningful, lasting change. Her work emphasizes collaboration - identifying strengths, setting achievable goals, and developing practical self-management skills that support emotional resilience.
Her approach is holist and evidence-based, drawing on methods such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), talk therapy, relational therapy, and integrated approaches. These modalities inform both assessment and therapeutic interventions to address clients' needs across the lifespan.
In addition to clinical practice, Kelly has contributed to education through tutoring with the University of Tasmania’s Department of Social Work, focusing on mental health and child safety. She remains committed to continuous learning and to empowering people to move toward recovery, balance, and a more purposeful life.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kelly Lockett have?
Kelly Lockett has 19 years of experience.
Is Kelly Lockett a licensed therapist?
Yes, holds these credentials: AASW. License details: .
In which languages does Kelly Lockett provide therapy?
Kelly Lockett provides therapy in English.
Where is Kelly Lockett located?
Kelly Lockett is located in Australia.
How can I work with Kelly Lockett as my therapist?
You can work with Kelly Lockett through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kelly Lockett work with international clients?
Kelly Lockett does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kelly Lockett cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Would remote therapy suit your needs?
People often wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can make a real difference. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.One of the primary benefits is flexibility. Individuals can choose the mode of connection that fits their schedule and comfort level, selecting from video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to integrate therapy into busy lives and to maintain continuity of care.
Licensed professionals offer a variety of approaches, and clients can change therapists if they would like a different fit. For many people, remote therapy provides an accessible and practical way to work with therapists toward their goals.