Dr Katie Kjelsaas - Psychologist

Dr Katie Kjelsaas - Psychologist DPsych (Clinical) BPsySc (Hons I) BA BEd

Certified EFT Therapist & Clinical Supervisor (ICEEFT) Katie is an ICEEFT Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist.

Katie is passionate about helping her clients achieve meaningful connections, whether with new ideas, parts of themselves or the people that matter to them. As a clinical psychologist, Katie enjoys working with couples, families and individuals. Katie also works with business leaders to enhance communication and collaboration in their partnerships. As a person of faith, Katie is able to work with ministers, pastors or lay people who wish to explore spiritual issues or themes. Katie is committed to the use of evidence-based treatments within a positive, collaborative framework. She works with her clients to understand their fundamental needs and develop appropriate action to see these needs met. Therapy is shaped by clients' goals and Katie is dedicated in supporting her clients to achieve these. She also has training and experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Katie is also passionate about mentoring and training other therapists. She is an ICEEFT Certified EFT Supervisor and AHPRA Approved Clinical Supervisor. Katie has completed a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology at the University of Queensland. She is the recipient of the University Medal, APS Prize, McBride Psychology Prize and Tian P.S. Oei Clinical Research Prize for her academic and research work. Her published research has examined gender stereotypes, social skills, occupational burnout and the impact of online social networking on mental health. Her clinical interest areas include supporting relationship adjustment during transition points (e.g. marriage, parenthood, career change, retirement); dynamics of sexual desire; self-efficacy, self-actualisation and post-traumatic growth.

Reading the Room workshopWorking with clients impacted by partner abuse requires knowledge, sensitivity, and insight. Th...
17/12/2025

Reading the Room workshop

Working with clients impacted by partner abuse requires knowledge, sensitivity, and insight. This workshop will help therapists identify and navigate patterns of control, coercion, and harm that can emerge in both individual and couple presentations.

Krasi Kirova is a Clinical Psychologist with extensive knowledge and experience in family violence, coercive control, and complex trauma.

Dr Katie Kjelsaas is a Clinical Psychologist and ICEEFT Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist and Supervisor. She is passionate about the creation and support of safe, thriving families and communities.

Join Krasi and Dr Katie on Saturday 28th March
9:00am–2:00pm AEST (10:00am–3:00pm AEDT)

Please join us, and please share with anyone you believe will benefit!

You can find more info here: https://bit.ly/RecognisingAbuse

Super Early Bird: $395 — until 31 December 2025
FULL TIME STUDENTS/ PROVISIONAL PSYCS, use code STUDENTLIFE at checkout for an additional $100 off - we want to see you well-equipped early in your careers! (You may be asked to provide proof of your student/ provisional status on registration)

To hear from facilitators Krasi Kirova and Dr Katie Kjelsaas, check out the below link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9CvLS-4rYc





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16/12/2025

Connection Advent Day 5

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Everyone gives and receives love differently. Be aware of your partners love language and how they like to give and receive love this Christmas.







Christmas shopping hack: buy something that strengthens your relationship - give the gift of connection this Christmas!M...
16/12/2025

Christmas shopping hack: buy something that strengthens your relationship - give the gift of connection this Christmas!

Maybe your relationship is feeling great, and you'd just like to invest some time in making it even better...
Maybe things are ok, but you'd love to feel more connected...
Or maybe you've been feeling really distant and this is just the opportunity you need...

We invite you and your spouse or partner to join us (or complete this course on your own if you prefer) as we each share our favourite ways to COME CLOSER today.

Each video lesson is also accompanied by a simple, practical exercise you can complete with your partner, if you choose, to strengthen and reinforce your learning.

There are no cringey, weird instructions or overly dramatic case studies, just evidence-based tools and tips communicated with authenticity and clarity.

For only $29, you can give the gift of connection this Christmas.

You can find more information on the link in bio!

Get immediate access here!
bit.ly/ComeCloserCourse

Or buy for a friend right here:
bit.ly/AGiftofComeCloser






Connection Advent Day 4Unwrap today's gift!vvvvvYou're not fighting each other - you're fighting the to-do list! Stress ...
15/12/2025

Connection Advent Day 4

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You're not fighting each other - you're fighting the to-do list! Stress doesn't make you enemies, it just amplifies the noise. Remember you're on the same side.






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At Connections Count, we're different. Head to our website to learn more about how we can help you: Hit the link in bio or go to ConnectionsCount.com.au





Connection Advent Day 3Unwrap today's gift!vvvvvTraditions can comfort or constrict. The key is choosing what feels auth...
14/12/2025

Connection Advent Day 3

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Traditions can comfort or constrict. The key is choosing what feels authentic for your relationship.







Need some tips for managing Christmas well? Our team's got you covered :D
11/12/2025

Need some tips for managing Christmas well? Our team's got you covered :D

We're the team from ConnectionsCount.com.au and we made this short video to share our best tips for a connected Christmas with you.Whatever and however you a...

Connection Advent Day 2Unwrap today's gift!vvvvvLove thrives on micro-moments: the coffee made, the hand held, the unexp...
11/12/2025

Connection Advent Day 2

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Love thrives on micro-moments: the coffee made, the hand held, the unexpected "thank you." Love isn't proven in grand gestures, it's practiced in small ones.






Swipe to get to know Kerrin!Do you need support for yourself or your relationship? Psychologist Kerrin Van Der Kruk can...
11/12/2025

Swipe to get to know Kerrin!

Do you need support for yourself or your relationship? Psychologist Kerrin Van Der Kruk can help! Click the link in our bio to find out more.

Know someone else who needs Kerrin? Please share this post with them!








Connection Advent Begins!For the next 10 days, we're unwrapping small moments that make love feel big, so you can reconn...
10/12/2025

Connection Advent Begins!

For the next 10 days, we're unwrapping small moments that make love feel big, so you can reconnect before Christmas.

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Reminiscing together strengthens connection. It’s like emotional time travel – reminding you of what you’ve already built. Shared memories re-anchor you in the love story you're still writing.







Still stuck on what to get them for christmas?Give the gift of connection this Christmas!With warmth, wit and compassion...
10/12/2025

Still stuck on what to get them for christmas?

Give the gift of connection this Christmas!

With warmth, wit and compassion, The 'Come Closer' Course presents six science-backed strategies in eight bite-sized video lessons which couples can apply immediately to COME CLOSER to each other today and every day. Complete one a day to catalyse consistent closeness, or binge them all at once: whatever suits your needs best.

Each video lesson is also accompanied by a simple, practical exercise you can complete with your partner, if you choose, to strengthen and reinforce your learning.

There are no cringey, weird instructions or overly dramatic case studies, just evidence-based tools and tips communicated with authenticity and clarity.

For only $29, you can give the gift of connection this Christmas.

You can find more information on the link in bio!

Get immediate access here!
bit.ly/ComeCloserCourse

Or buy for a friend right here:
bit.ly/AGiftofComeCloser






09/12/2025

Need therapy?
Check out our new website!
We have therapists available now and we would LOVE to help you! Check us out, and let's connect. Link in bio or ConnectionsCount.com.au





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Who is Katie?

D. Psyc (Clinical), B. Psy. Sc (Hons I), B. A., B. Ed. AMAPS

Certified EFT Couples’ Therapist (ICEEFT)

Katie is passionate about helping her clients achieve meaningful connections, whether with new ideas, parts of themselves or the people that matter to them.

As a Clinical Psychologist trained at the University of Queensland, Katie enjoys working with couples, individuals and families. She is committed to the use of evidence-based treatments within a positive, collaborative framework. Katie works with her clients to understand their needs and develop appropriate action to see these met. Therapy is shaped by clients’ goals and Katie is dedicated in supporting clients to achieve these.