Compassionate Counselling
to Help You Heal and
Grow in Bagdad
I am a Therapeutic Counsellor based in Bagdad, nestled in the Southern Midlands just 25 minutes from Hobart, offering compassionate, confidential, and trauma-informed support.
I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help individuals work through emotional challenges, develop healthier thought patterns, and foster lasting personal growth.
My Mission & Vision
Our Services
Intake & Assessment
Your first session is called an intake and assessment. it's a chance for us to get to know each other and understand what brings you to therapy.
It's a supportive and confidential space - no pressure , just a conversation to help us get started.
Therapeutic Counselling CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) ,is an evidence-based approach that helps you understand how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are interconnected — and how shifting unhelpful patterns can improve your emotional wellbeing.
Couples & Family Counselling
Healing Begins Within Your Inner Circle
A Holistic Approach to Reconnection, Understanding, and Growth
Relationships are at the heart of our lives. When those closest to us are hurting — or when communication breaks down — the impact can be deeply felt.ips.
Anxiety & Depression
If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or weighed down by depression, you're not alone — and you don’t have to face it alone.
In counselling, we work together to explore what’s beneath the surface of your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, creating a safe and supportive environment where healing and change can begin.
Why Choose Us
My goal is to create a therapeutic relationship built on trust, confidentiality, and respect—where you feel empowered to be yourself and supported every step of the way. As a therapeutic counsellor, I work with individuals to support their emotional and psychological well-being through a structured, compassionate, and evidence-based approach.
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore personal issues, thoughts, and emotions, using methods such as CBT, person-centred, and psychodynamic therapy to deepen self-understanding and promote healing. Together, we work to manage and reduce distress related to anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties, while building coping strategies, emotional resilience, and healthier patterns of thinking and behaviour.
The word therapeutic reflects that this work goes beyond conversation—it’s a guided process aimed at fostering meaningful psychological change and personal growth.
Kristy Ingram
AIPC-accredited therapeutic counsellor
Your local Therapist
I'm Kristy Ingram an AIPC-accredited therapeutic counsellor committed to helping you feel seen, heard, and supported. With a warm, non-judgemental approach, I offer a safe and trusted space where you can explore your challenges, understand your thoughts and emotions, and move toward healing.
I specialise in:
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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Humanistic, Client-Centred Therapy
Whether you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, or life transitions, my work is grounded in compassion, professionalism, and collaboration.
Each session is designed to meet you where you are. Whether you're seeking short-term CBT-focused strategies or longer-term emotional support, we’ll work together to create a treatment plan that supports your unique needs.
My credentials:
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Diploma of Counselling AIPC
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APT-Accreditation level 2 - Trauma focused CBT - for all ages
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Registered Member – Australian Counselling Association (ACA)
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Certificate in DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy)
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Certificate in Sexuality in adult survivors of childhood abuse
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Certificate in Mindfulness + Resilience
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What People Say
Discover how Kristy has positively impacted the lives of clients through their testimonials.
Mother of 3
"I would be lost without the support from Kristy, I started seeing her when challenges became too big for me to handle and my Anxiety was leading to panic attacks , she listened without judgement and provided me with the tools and guidance I needed to bring a settled peace to my life."
Professional , mother of 2
"I am grateful for the supportive environment Kristy provided , which helped me grow and heal, I had such a poor experience trying to get help for many years and was hesitant to reach out , but it has been the best thing for me as I heal from my past traumas through consistent care and therapeutic support."
Father of 2
"The therapy sessions with Kristy for me and my kids were life-changing. I am now more confident and resilient and I'm not alone and can talk about things when i need to. My kids get a better dad because I showed up "