we are the hope approachA client-focused, holistic counselling service.
We’re here to help you build a life of success through the education of spiritual and scientific practices.
Meet Kelly Hope – Founder & Counsellor
Hi, I’m Kelly — the heart behind The Hope Approach. My passion is helping people feel seen, heard, and supported — no matter where they are on their journey.
I offer an inclusive, open-minded approach to counselling, blending evidence-based therapies like CBT, ACT, and Narrative Therapy with holistic practices to create personalised, compassionate care. My goal is to meet you where you are and guide you toward where you want to be.
Whether you’re navigating challenges, seeking clarity, or simply need a safe space to breathe, I’m here to walk alongside you.
For new clients, all appointments are offered online, making support accessible and flexible, wherever you are.
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At The Hope Approach, our team is growing to provide a wider range of holistic services:
Kelly Hope – Founder & Principal Counsellor
Holistic counselling for individuals and couples, integrating evidence-based therapies with a client-focused, inclusive approach.Book appointment with kelly →Kym Rance – Art & Play Therapist
Specialising in supporting children aged 3–12 through creative, sensory-friendly sessions designed to encourage emotional expression and wellbeing. Face to Face.
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why we existOur Purpose
The Hope Approach was born from a passion for learning and sense of obligation to use that knowledge to help others heal, strengthen, and develop a deep love and appreciation of oneself. We exist to serve others and grow a collective consciousness of the intangible benefits of holistic lifestyle enrichment.
The teams personal experiences, education and continued development mean that you are supported by individuals with personal insight into life’s complexities and the skills to support you achieve meaningful outcomes.
The Hope approach represents a safe and loving environment in which you can be heard and given the freedom to explore the deepest expanses of your mind and spirituality.
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Kelly Hope - Qualifications
ADHD Certification - 2025
Bachelor of Psychology -ECU 2024 commencement
Diploma of Counselling - November 2019
Diploma of Holistic Integrated Creative Arts Therapy -2021
Diploma of Meditation Teacher Training - 2020
Clinical :
Certificate of Hypnotherapy 2022
Working with Behavioural Addictions 17/05/2023
Clinical Applications of Emotional Freedom Techniques18/08/2023
Professional Development:
Carrots & Sticks - How Rewards and Punishments Hurt Our Kids and What to Do Instead 31/05/2023
Intimate Partner Violence Solution-Focused Trauma Care 31/05/2023
An Integrated Approach to Workplace Mental Health and Suicide Prevention30/11/2022
Men’s Anxiety, Why It Matters, and What is Needed to Limit its Risk for Male Suicide10/11/2022
A Gay Affirmative and Multicultural Approach to Therapy 02/11/2022
Youth Suicide Prevention & Social Media: The #Chatsafe Project 26/10/2022
Systemic Sex Therapy with a Heterosexual Couple 26/10/2022
The Ageing Brain 09/11/2021
Creating Heliotropic Effects in Couples and Families with Positive Energy 23/09/2021
Applied Strategies for Creating Healthy Family Systems 23/09/2021
Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT): Updates to the Science and the Evidence 23/09/2021
Positive Relationships: Developing Relationship Skills in Our Clients 23/09/2021
Certificate of Belief Clearing 2021
Ho’oponopono Practitioner 2020
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