Ms Kayla Ta Psychologist

Tara Psychology 80 Paisley St, Footscray, Victoria, 3011

Overview

Kayla Ta is a Registered Psychologist providing therapy for adults, adolescents, and children (8+). She works with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergence, parenting and family issues, self-esteem, life transitions, and stress. She also conducts assessments for children, teens, and adults using evidence-based, neuroaffirming tools, including autism, ADHD, cognitive, and learning assessments. Assessments provide clear feedback and practical recommendations, with consistent support and guidance throughout the process. Kayla's approach is compassionate, curious, and practical. She draws on modalities such as ACT, CBT, DBT, schema therapy, mindfulness, parts work, and psychodynamic therapy. She has experience supporting clients and families navigating neurodiversity, trauma, and family or school challenges, working collaboratively to make daily life more manageable and meaningful. At Tara Psychology, each person's experiences and background are valued, ensuring care is inclusive and responsive to the unique circumstances of clients and families. In-person appointments are available in Melbourne's west, with Telehealth sessions offered across Australia.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology)
  • Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

Certifications

  • Diploma of Hypnotherapy

Fees/Services

In-clinic consultation

  • Individual Therapy – In-PersonA$210.00

Online consultation

  • Individual Therapy – TelehealthA$210.00
  • Individual Therapy – Telehealth – Reduced FeeA$175.00
  • Neurodevelopmental Assessment Initial ConsultationA$210.00

Working Hours

This Week

Monday:10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday:10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday:10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday:10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday:10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday:10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Specialisation and Services

Area of Focus

  • Adolescents
  • Assertiveness Training
  • Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
  • Autism
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Burnout
  • Depression
  • Grief and Loss
  • Life Transition and Adjustment Issues
  • Menopause
  • Neurodivergence
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Panic Disorders
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • School Issues
  • Self-Esteem and Self-Development
  • Work Related Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Career and Vocational Planning
  • Parenting
  • Personality Assessments
  • Personality disorders
  • Phobias
  • Stress
  • Academic Performance
  • Coping with disability
  • Shyness & social skills deficits
  • Workplace Bullying

Modalities

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy
  • Clinical Hypnosis
  • Mindfulness
  • Psychodynamic
  • Schema Therapy

Patient Focus

  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults

Services

  • Online consultations