Terri Kelly

Terri Kelly is a psychologist with more than 30 years’ experience working at the intersection of child development, family dynamics and the family law system. Her professional background spans child protection, court-based family consultancy and private practice, giving her a deep understanding of both the emotional realities families face and the legal frameworks within which parenting decisions are made.

Terri previously served as a Family Consultant within the Family Court of Australia and has extensive experience in complex parenting matters involving high conflict, allegations of family violence and parent–child contact difficulties. Her work is grounded in structured, evidence-informed assessment with careful consideration of developmental needs, risk factors and protective capacities.

She has undertaken advanced training in violence risk assessment, risk formulation and specialised interventions in high-conflict coparenting. She approaches each matter with careful, systematic attention, seeking to understand patterns over time and the impact of family dynamics on children’s safety and long-term wellbeing.

Parents value her respectful, balanced manner during what can be an emotionally charged period. Legal referrers value her clarity, professional independence and careful attention to forensic boundaries.

Terri is a registered psychologist with AHPRA and a member of the Australian Psychological Society and the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts.