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Laura Kemppainen
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General

Laura Kemppainen

Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General (she, her)

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Fitzroy, VIC 3065
Waitlist for new clients
Let's Connect (03) 9020 4507
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I am a clinical psychologist and supervisor with a holistic and collaborative approach founded on good listening. I work with adults, adolescents and children (6+) on common mental health and life-related issues (mood, anxiety, stress, life-changes, existential), and have more specialised experience in treatment of eating disorders, low self-esteem, trauma-related concerns, supporting LGBTQIA+ clients and supporting women with health issues, as well as alcohol use. I also provide supervision (currently open for supervisees) and appts in Finnish/German. I work with each person in the context of their lives and experiences.
My approach is founded on respect and curiosity. I use Psychodynamic/Existential talking therapy, Schema Therapy & Emotion-focused Therapy and hold ANZAED accreditation as an eating disorder practitioner. With children and adolescents my initial focus is on creating an engaging therapy space including play.
Finding a good fit with a therapist is really important so I am happy to give you an idea of what to expect from working together (or with your child). I usually try to arrange an initial phone-call to hear a bit more about what you are coming for and to you a chance to ask me any questions and am also happy to answer questions via email.
Call or Laura Kemppainen now for a free 15 minute consultation - (03) 9020 4507

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Fitzroy, VIC 3065

(03) 9020 4507

Northcote, VIC 3070

I provide appointments in person in Fitzroy as well as over Telehealth (including some after-hours appointments).
I focus on Eating Disorders, Anxiety and LGBTQ+ 
$255 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (03) 9020 4507
Photo of Laura Kemppainen, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Fitzroy, VIC 3065

(03) 9020 4507

Northcote, VIC 3070

I provide appointments in person in Fitzroy as well as over Telehealth (including some after-hours appointments).
I focus on Eating Disorders, Anxiety and LGBTQ+ 
$255 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $255
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Medicare Rebates
  • NDIS
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Invoices can be used to claim via private health insurance dependent on your cover. With a mental health care plan/referral (or eating disorders management plan) you can claim a Medicare rebate of 141.85 per session.
Photo of Laura Kemppainen, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Laura Kemppainen
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 9020 4507
"
Invoices can be used to claim via private health insurance dependent on your cover. With a mental health care plan/referral (or eating disorders management plan) you can claim a Medicare rebate of 141.85 per session.
Photo of Laura Kemppainen, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Laura Kemppainen
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 9020 4507

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Psychology Board of Australia Laura Kemppainen
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • MA Counselling Psychology, Graduated 2015
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Psychology Board of Australia PSY0001841642
  • Membership with Australian Psychological Society Member
  • Membership with ANZAED ANZAED accredited eating disorder mental health clinician / 2022
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I have been registered as a psychologist for 8 years and hold endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist. I am also an ANZAED accredited eating disorder mental health practitioner.
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Laura Kemppainen
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 9020 4507
"
I have been registered as a psychologist for 8 years and hold endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist. I am also an ANZAED accredited eating disorder mental health practitioner.
Photo of Laura Kemppainen, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Laura Kemppainen
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 9020 4507

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Eating Disorders
  • Anxiety
  • LGBTQ+

Practice Areas

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Bereavement
  • Body Positivity
  • Child
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Laura Kemppainen
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Do these issues align with your needs? or (03) 9020 4507
Photo of Laura Kemppainen, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Laura Kemppainen
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Do these issues align with your needs? or (03) 9020 4507

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Finnish
German

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Finnish
German

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Schema Therapy
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Laura Kemppainen
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (03) 9020 4507
Photo of Laura Kemppainen, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Laura Kemppainen
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (03) 9020 4507

Location

Primary Location

Fitzroy, VIC 3065

(03) 9020 4507

Additional Location

Northcote, VIC 3070

(03) 9020 4507
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I provide appointments in person in Fitzroy as well as over Telehealth (including some after-hours appointments).
Photo of Laura Kemppainen, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Laura Kemppainen
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 9020 4507
"
I provide appointments in person in Fitzroy as well as over Telehealth (including some after-hours appointments).
Photo of Laura Kemppainen, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Laura Kemppainen
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 9020 4507