PLEASE NOTE

Laurie is on sabbatical leave from March to December 2025

Laurie Haynes has been practicing clinical psychology in the region since 2003 and has developed a solid reputation in the southwest. Laurie has the training and experience to address a wide range of mental health difficulties as well as chronic health conditions and neurodivergence requiring psychological input. He works best with young adults and mid-career men and women who are keen to discover the root causes and then take practical steps to improve their lives.

Laurie is one of the founding members of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA) which promotes ongoing professional development and maintains the highest standards in the field. He is registered with the Psychology Board of Australia and endorsed in clinical psychology by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority. Laurie is also a Board-approved supervisor for clinical psychology registrars and interns.

The aim of psychological counselling is to assist in the resolution of personal issues and difficulties by exploring and understanding their nature and impact, and then developing appropriate skills and coping strategies. Laurie is a warm and competent clinician who focuses on both cognitive and emotional processes and evidence-base interventions.

Laurie uses the principle of exposure rather than avoidance to reduce symptoms and improve functioning and his goal is to guide clients on a journey of self-discovery while learning how to take effective action. When indicated he conducts sessions in the outdoors and uses experiential exercises to facilitate lasting behavioural change.

PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELLING

The aim of psychological counselling is to assist in the resolution of personal issues and difficulties by exploring and understanding their nature and impact, and then developing appropriate skills and coping strategies. Laurie is a warm and competent clinician who focuses on both cognitive and emotional processes and evidence-base interventions.

In the first session, Laurie uses a semi-structured clinical interview as well as psychometric questionnaires to assist in understanding the nature of the referral. Some initial goals are then agreed on to guide the future sessions.

Laurie uses the principle of exposure rather than avoidance to reduce symptoms and improve functioning and he aims to guide clients on a journey of self-discovery while learning how to take effective action. When indicated he conducts sessions in the outdoors and uses experiential exercises to facilitate behavioural change.

 

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 has also been employed part-time with the WA Country Health Service.

The mainstay of Laurie’s current 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.

Laurie accepts 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 naturally establishes an excellent rapport and takes a genuine interest in helping his clients make sense of their distress, seek a path forward and make lasting behavioural and lifestyle changes. 

Laurie and his family love exploring the outdoors, especially bushwalking, sailing, canoeing and kayaking.

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 $245.00 for a 50+ minute consultation. Payment is required on the day and can be made by eftpos, no cash please.

Medicare referrals:

A Medicare rebate of $141.85 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 be referred for another 6 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.

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.

Open Arms (Veterans & Families Counselling) referrals:

Referrals through Open Arms can be made for those who are eligible. Please phone OA on 1800 011 046 to initiate the referral via a telephone intake assessment.

Department of Veterans’ Affairs referrals:

Your doctor can make a DVA referral with a letter stating the reason for referral. Fees are invoiced direct to DVA.

NDIS referrals:

Referrals can be made for clients with NDIS assistance. Please check your eligibility through your registered service provider. Payment is required in full and is up to the client to claim via NDIS.

Workers Compensation referrals:

Referrals must be confirmed in writing by the insurer. Fees are invoiced directly to your insurance provider. Please note, cancellation fees are the client’s responsibility to pay as insurance providers will not accept responsibility.

Open Arms (Veterans & Families Counselling) referrals:

Referrals through Open Arms can be made for those who are eligible. Please phone OA on 1800 011 046 to initiate the referral via a telephone intake assessment.

Department of Veterans’ Affairs referrals:

If you are a gold or white card holder your doctor can make a DVA referral with a letter stating the reason for referral. The treatment cycle is for up to 12 sessions and fees are invoiced directly to DVA.

NDIS referrals:

Referrals can be made for clients with NDIS assistance. Please check your eligibility through your registered service provider. Payment is required in full and is up to the client to claim via NDIS.

Workers Compensation referrals:

Referrals must be confirmed in writing by the insurer. Fees are invoiced directly to your insurance provider. Please note, cancellation fees are the client’s responsibility to pay as insurance providers will not accept responsibility.

Contact

Laurie Haynes Clinical Psychologist
Geographe Psychology Service

Location: Health@73

73 Bussell Highway, West Busselton WA 6280
p: (08) 9751 5899

Cancellation Policy

  • Please note, charges may apply to cancelled appointments and if you fail to attend:
  • Within 24 hours or 1 working day’s notice – 100% of the full fee.
    Between 24-48 hours or 2 working day’s notice – 50% of the full fee.

Please provide as much notice as possible.