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Kristina Challands

Gender
Female

Contact Details:

Primary Contact Phone
0487 480 120

Primary Contact Email
[email protected]


Practice Address
11 Benjamin Close
Samford Valley QLD 4520
Australia

 

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Biography:

Kristina is a registered psychologist and relationship coach dedicated to helping individuals and couples build meaningful, resilient connections. She specialises in working with neurodivergent clients, including those with autism and ADHD, and integrates neuroaffirming practices into her therapeutic approach.

Kristina draws upon the Gottman Method Couples Therapy—an evidence-based approach grounded in over four decades of research—to support couples in navigating conflict, deepening emotional intimacy, and fostering lasting change. She also incorporates elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, Schema Therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions to tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs.

Her practice is inclusive, affirming, and collaborative, providing a safe space for clients to explore challenges related to communication, trust, life transitions, and emotional regulation. Kristina works with adults across the lifespan, with a particular focus on supporting couples and individuals navigating neurodivergence, relationship stress, and personal growth.

Services:


Teleheath
Yes

Funding
Medicare | Private health | Private Pay

Areas of Focus



Client Type
Adult | Neurodivergent | Older Adult

LGBTQIA++ Friendly
LGBTQIA++ Friendly

Relationships
Couples Counselling

Therapeutic Approaches/Interventions
ACT | CBT | Gottman Therapy | Mindfulness based cognitive therapy | Narrative | Psycho-education | Schema therapy | Solutions focused/Brief Therapy | Trauma informed therapy

Wellbeing
Life coaching | Mindfulness