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)