Geographe Psychology Service

GEOGRAPHE PSYCHOLOGY

Laurie Haynes has practised clinical psychology in the southwest since 2003 and is well regarded for a grounded, practical approach. He works with people experiencing a wide range of mental health concerns, as well as those managing chronic health conditions. Laurie works particularly well with young adults and adults navigating the demands of work and life who want to explore what’s underlying their difficulties and take meaningful steps toward lasting change.

Laurie was raised and educated in Hong Kong by parents who worked as teachers in international schools, his formative years shaping a respect for cultural diversity and human difference. In his twenties, he stepped away from civil engineering drafting to study theology, before spending time in North America working as a wilderness guide with juveniles. He later returned to WA to work as a school chaplain in Perth and developed the Wilderness Intervention Program for troubled adolescents. These varied life experiences sparked a deep interest in psychology and Laurie returned to university in his early thirties to pursue his training in psychology.

Laurie is a founding member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA) and is committed to ongoing professional development and high standards of practice. He is registered with the Psychology Board of Australia and endorsed in clinical psychology by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA). Laurie is also a Board-approved supervisor, supporting the training and development of clinical psychology registrars and provisional psychology interns.

PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELLING

Psychological counselling aims to help people understand and work through difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, stress, adjustment to life changes, and the psychological impact of chronic health conditions. I work in a warm, collaborative way, paying attention to both emotional and thinking patterns, and drawing on evidence-based approaches.

Early sessions focus on developing a clear understanding of what is contributing to the current difficulties. I use a semi-structured clinical interview and, where helpful, psychometric questionnaires to clarify the nature of the concerns and to agree on a small number of goals to guide therapy.

My style emphasises the need to approach challenges rather than avoid them which helps clients to gradually reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. I see therapy as a process of self-discovery and learning practical skills for taking effective action. 

What I can help with

I commonly work with people experiencing anxiety, stress and burnout, low mood or loss of motivation, adjustment to life transitions, relationship and work-related difficulties, and the psychological impact of chronic health problems. I also help clients who feel stuck in long-standing patterns to initiate change, build resilience, and live and relate to others better.

On sabbatical leave in 2025

REFERRALS

I accept referrals from GP’s and Medical Specialists, Worker’s compensation, DVA and Open Arms (Veterans and Families), NDIS, Departmental referrals as well as private self-referrals. 

Laurie Haynes

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST

B.A. (Theol/Psych); Grad. Dip. App. Sc; B.Psych; M.Psych (Clinical & Health); MACPA

Laurie is a registered clinical psychologist and the practice owner of Health@73, a multidisciplinary allied health clinic. He graduated with a Masters in Clinical Psychology from Curtin University in 1999. His previous qualifications include: Bachelor of Psychology, Graduate Diploma of Applied Science – Outdoor Pursuits, Bachelor of Arts in Theology, and Diploma in Civil Engineering.

Laurie’s early clinical experience was in Youth Justice and Child and Adolescent Mental Health. He has also worked for the Department of Regional Australia on Christmas Island with refugees and asylum seekers, and with a multinational corporation as the staff psychologist within immigration detention in Australia. Laurie began working in South West WA in 2003 and has had private practice clinics in Busselton, Bunbury, Dunsborough and Margaret River. He was also employed part-time with the WA Country Health Service.

The mainstay of Laurie’s work is with adults experiencing anxiety and depression, however he works with a range of psychological problems including trauma/PTSD and he is versed in trauma focused CBT and schema therapies. Laurie also has an interest in attachment and relationship issues, adjustment disorders due to major life events, and undertaking clinical and neurocognitive assessments such as for Adult ADHD.

Location:

The main clinic is located at Health@73, 73 Bussell Highway, West Busselton. Laurie also has a clinic in Abbey.

Fees:

The fee is $250 for a 50+ minute consultation. Payment is required on the day and is made by eftpos, no cash please.

Medicare referrals:

A Medicare rebate of $145.25 will apply when you have been issued with a Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP) by your doctor. Medicare rebates can be claimed for up to 10 sessions in a calendar year. After a course of 6 sessions of psychological counselling you should return to your doctor for a MHTP Review, and if indicated you can receive an additional 4 sessions.

Telehealth:

Telehealth appointments are available and require payment over the phone in advance. 

Private Health:

Most private health insurance funds provide a rebate for Clinical Psychology and a doctor’s referral is not required. Please check with your health fund for rebate schedules.