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Karinna Johnstone

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

I am a Social Worker with 17 years of experience in the field. My background ranges from working with people of all ages and walks of life, who are living with various forms of disabilities, mental health issues, homelessness, addiction issues, relationship issues and parental conflict. I have experience in helping clients manage multiple forms of trauma, and abuse, coping with grief and loss, depression and anxiety and in addition to building motivation, increasing one’s self-esteem and confidence. I believe that you are the expert in your own life story, I am merely a guide that can help you achieve your goals towards a better and more fulfilling life. With the right skills, mindset and supports in place, improvements can be made that you may be surprised to find the inner strength you did not know you had that will assist you, in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes a lot of courage to ask for help when in need and want to live a more fulfilling and happier life. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. Let’s do this together.

Years Experience: 18
Location: Australia, Australia
Accepting New Clients: Yes
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: No
NPI Number: 0
Credentials:
Languages Spoken: English
Licenses: AASW #652890 exp 2026-06-30
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Self esteem, Depression, Relationship, Family, Sleeping, Parenting, Anger, Career, Bipolar, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Female therapist, Older, Non-religious, Conservative therapist, Liberal therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: No
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Karinna Johnstone

Social Worker guiding confident, meaningful change
  • 18 years’ experience
  • Trauma, grief, anxiety
  • Works with all ages

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About

Karinna Johnstone is a Social Worker with 18 years of professional experience based in Australia. She has worked with people of all ages and walks of life who are living with a range of challenges, including disabilities, mental health concerns, homelessness, addiction, relationship difficulties and parental conflict.

She offers support for managing multiple forms of trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, and addressing depression and anxiety. Karinna also assists clients in building motivation, increasing self-esteem and developing greater confidence.

Karinna approaches work from the perspective that each person is the expert in their own life story and that her role is to guide and support them toward meaningful goals. With appropriate skills, mindset and supports in place, she believes people can make changes and may discover inner strengths they did not know they had to help overcome the things that challenge them.

Asking for help takes courage, and Karinna is available to support and empower clients through that process, working alongside them toward a more fulfilling and happier life.

Location: Australia, Australia
Years Experience: 18
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English
Therapist of Color: No
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes
Accepting International Clients: No

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials:
  • NPI Number: 0
  • License: AASW #652890 exp 2026-06-30

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How much experience does Karinna Johnstone have?

Karinna Johnstone has 18 years of experience in providing therapy services.

In which languages does Karinna Johnstone provide therapy?

Karinna Johnstone provides therapy in English.

Where is Karinna Johnstone located?

Karinna Johnstone is located in Australia.

How can I work with Karinna Johnstone as my therapist?

Karinna Johnstone offers therapy via phone, video, live chat and messaging.

How much does therapy with Karinna Johnstone cost?

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