Laura Liversage

Clinical Psychologist

Hello! I’m Laura

A Clinical Psychologist and Psychology Board Approved Supervisor. I specialise in supporting adults dealing with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety (including OCD, phobias, and panic), health challenges, persistent pain and grief in its various forms. I combine empathy with clinical expertise to help guide my clients towards meaningful healing and growth.

Clinical Psychology & Areas of Interest.

My practice is based on evidence-based treatments, utilising cognitive behavioural frameworks (including ACT and Schema approaches), trauma-focused methods, Interpersonal Psychotherapy approaches, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) skills. With additional training in EMDR and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), I help clients regulate their nervous systems and process traumatic experiences to reduce their impact. Many clients report increased personal peace, symptom relief, and a renewed sense of hope after engaging in evidence-based therapies, though experiences vary.

Holistic Health Rehabilitation & Chronic Pain.

With a background in hospital rehabilitation and pain management, I understand the complexities of pain science and the mind-body connection. I create holistic, personalised rehabilitation and chronic pain management programs that help clients build self-efficacy, physical strength and independence, despite ongoing health challenges and pain. As a scientist-practitioner, I keep updated on the latest research and have contributed to publications on cancer care and the lived experiences of health consumers.

Positive Psychology & Motivation.

I am passionate about positive psychology, nurturing strengths, and helping clients align with what is most important to them. I encourage personal growth, resilience, and the pursuit of a satisfying, values-driven life. I also help my clients in overcoming motivational barriers and tackling procrastination.

Areas of Focus:

A Personalised Therapeutic Experience:

Clients working with me can expect innovative treatment plans tailored to their strengths, preferences and learning styles. Therapy is not one-size-fits-all; together, we create a therapeutic journey that feels supportive and empowering.

Here is a summary of what therapy with me might include:

Trauma Processing and Reconciliation: Using EMDR, Schema Therapy, and EFT (where appropriate) to help integrate difficult memories, drawing on clients’ personal resources and strengths.
Mindfulness, EFT, and DBT Skills: Building emotional awareness and regulation, and supporting the release of challenging emotions.
Interpersonal and Coping Skills: Enhancing communication, relationships, and effective coping strategies.
Problem-Solving and Psych-Education: Empowering with practical tools and insights into psychological concepts.
Cognitive Restructuring and Behavioural Activation: Addressing unhelpful thought patterns and encouraging positive, mood-boosting activities.
Graded Exposure: Supporting gradual, confident engagement with previously feared situations.
Pain Reprocessing: Applying the latest pain science to reframe chronic pain and promote a sense of safety and relief..
Self Regulation and Distress Tolerance: Strengthening resilience and emotion-management skills to promote lasting change.

I stand by the positive impact of evidence-based therapies and believe that choosing to pursue therapy is a powerful and courageous decision—one that can help guide individuals toward a life that suits them better. Please reach out for further information if you are considering taking this next step.

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