Laura Nes (Registered Psychologist)
Laura Nes (Registered Psychologist)
Laura is a Registered Psychologist with experience working with a range of presenting concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and loss, adjustment related issues, trauma and personality disorders. She uses evidence-based therapies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing and Schema Therapy.
Laura believes that establishing a sound therapeutic relationship with a person is very important, as well as creating a trusting and safe environment. When working with Christian clients, Laura combines the application of Gospel truth with evidence-based psychological practice.
She is passionate about working with traumatic stress and complex trauma. A major part of her work experience has included working with complex trauma and adjustment related issues.
Laura has experience working with clients with a wide range of presentations including:
· Traumatic Stress and Complex Trauma (PTSD)
· Stress and Adjustment Related Issues
· Anxiety Disorders (Generalised Anxiety, Panic, Phobias, Social Anxiety)
· Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
· Gender Dysphoria (GD)
· School Related Issues (Bullying and Friendship Related Issues)
· Dissociative Disorders (DID, Depersonalization)
· Grief and Bereavement
· Workplace Injury or Career Issues
· Depressive Disorders (Dysthymia, Major Depressive Disorder)
· Addiction Issues
· Anger Related Issues
· Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
· Self-Esteem, Identity Issues and Assertiveness Issues
· Relationship Difficulties
· Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
· Oppositional Defiance Disorder
· Sleep Disturbances and Disorders (Insomnia, Nightmares)
· Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
