Leona Kim Welham , AASW

Leona Kim Welham is credentialed in Australia with the AASW, which denotes membership in the Australian Association of Social Workers and recognition of professional social work practice. With eight years of clinical experience, she supports people navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and the process of grieving and loss.

She has particular experience helping clients adjust to the demands of illness and cancer treatment, working alongside people who are managing medical care and its emotional impact. Leona creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly and where clients can explore coping strategies and goals.

Recognizing that starting therapy often takes courage, she encourages and affirms the decision to seek support and works collaboratively with each person to tailor the therapeutic process to their needs and circumstances.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with their values. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and situations where avoidance keeps problems in place.

Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's experience, offering empathic listening and validation to help people find their own solutions and build self-understanding, which can support relationship and grief work.

Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses the effects of traumatic experiences with techniques that process memories and reduce ongoing distress, helping people regain a sense of safety and control after abuse or other traumatic events.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Leona will work collaboratively with each client to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and will adapt the plan as therapy progresses.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so people can access care from home, during breaks, or while managing medical appointments. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions and integrate therapeutic work into everyday life while working with licensed professionals and therapists.