About Laura Larkin (She/Her)

BA, BSc (Hons), GDPA (Advanced), MPsych (Clinical),

Member of The Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi).

Many people come to therapy because something in life has changed—or because they're ready for life to change.

Sometimes that's after trauma, loss, or a relationship ending. Sometimes it's the transition to parenthood, workplace stress, chronic illness, or discovering a new understanding of yourself through ADHD or autism. At other times, it's simply the feeling that you've lost touch with who you are or how you want to live.

I believe therapy offers more than symptom relief. It can be a place to slow down, make sense of your experiences, reconnect with your strengths and values, and move towards a life that feels more authentic, meaningful, and fulfilling.

As a registered psychologist in private practice, based in Mt Evelyn in the beautiful Yarra Valley on the lands of the Wurundjeri people, I provide a warm, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to therapy for adults. I also offer comprehensive ADHD and autism assessments for adults seeking greater understanding of their experiences, strengths, and challenges. Appointments are available in person or via telehealth.

Over the course of my career, I've worked with people from diverse backgrounds across private practice, public mental health, hospital, and community settings. My experience includes working with children and families, outpatient trauma services, pain management services, child and youth mental health, and research, giving me a broad understanding of the many ways emotional difficulties can affect people's lives.

As both a psychologist and a parent, I also appreciate that life is often complex. We can care deeply about those around us while finding ourselves overwhelmed, uncertain, or struggling to balance competing demands. Therapy provides a space where you don't have to carry those experiences alone.

My work is grounded in evidence-based therapies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based approaches. Rather than applying one approach to everyone, I work collaboratively to tailor therapy to your goals, experiences, and strengths.

Whether you're recovering from difficult experiences, navigating a significant life transition, or seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, my aim is to provide a thoughtful, compassionate space where lasting change feels possible.