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Lauren Cariss
Psychologist, PsyBA General

Lauren Cariss

Psychologist, PsyBA General

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31/120 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Let's Connect (03) 7500 5702
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Hi, I'm Lauren. I offer services to both children and adults- counselling and assessments. I have a background working in private practice, and educational and forensic settings. I provide support for a broad range of issues such as reduced self-esteem, stress, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, depression, separation, emotional regulation, parenting and healing from childhood relational wounds. I often work with neurodivergent clients (ie. Autism/Aspergers and ADHD). I have availability from September 21st for cognitive and adaptive behaviour assessments.
I like to provide therapy that's strength based, that supports the process of discovery and understanding. My therapeutic approach is person-centered and trauma informed. Therapies I draw on are CBT, ACT, EFT (individuals only), Motivational Interviewing and EMDR. I am a member of the EMDRAA.
If you feel that I may be able to assist you with any of the issues mentioned above or would like to discuss if I can help with any other challenges not mentioned, then please don't hesitate to reach out. Best wishes.
Call or Lauren Cariss now for a free 15 minute consultation - (03) 7500 5702

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Weekday, weekend and evening availability

31/120 Collins Street

Melbourne, VIC 3000 map

(03) 7500 5702

Kingston Plaza Medical Centre

288 Centre Dandenong Road

Next to Chemist Warehouse

Moorabbin Airport, VIC 3194 map

Availability weekday, evenings, and weekends. I have availability from November 2025 for child and adult Autism assessments.
I focus on Anxiety, Self Esteem and Trauma and PTSD 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please feel free to email or phone me for any questions, or alternatively to book an appointment.
Lauren Cariss
Let's Connect (03) 7500 5702
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Weekday, weekend and evening availability

31/120 Collins Street

Melbourne, VIC 3000 map

(03) 7500 5702

Kingston Plaza Medical Centre

288 Centre Dandenong Road

Next to Chemist Warehouse

Moorabbin Airport, VIC 3194 map

Availability weekday, evenings, and weekends. I have availability from November 2025 for child and adult Autism assessments.
I focus on Anxiety, Self Esteem and Trauma and PTSD 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please feel free to email or phone me for any questions, or alternatively to book an appointment.
Lauren Cariss

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200

Payment Methods

Electronic Funds Transfer

Insurance

  • Medicare Rebates
  • NDIS
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Invoices provided for private health insurance claims and NDIS services. Medicare rebate of $98.95 (gap fee of $101.05 per session). Please email with any questions regarding fees or private insurance. Longer consultations are offered for 90 mins (gap fee $161.05 per session).
Photo of Lauren Cariss, Psychologist, PsyBA General
Lauren Cariss
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5702
"
Invoices provided for private health insurance claims and NDIS services. Medicare rebate of $98.95 (gap fee of $101.05 per session). Please email with any questions regarding fees or private insurance. Longer consultations are offered for 90 mins (gap fee $161.05 per session).
Photo of Lauren Cariss, Psychologist, PsyBA General
Lauren Cariss
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5702

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Lauren Cariss
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with EMDRAA Full Member / 2025
  • Membership with Australian Association of Psychologists Member
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Psychologist with experience in CBT, ACT, EFT (for individuals), Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR.
Photo of Lauren Cariss, Psychologist, PsyBA General
Lauren Cariss
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5702
"
Psychologist with experience in CBT, ACT, EFT (for individuals), Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR.
Photo of Lauren Cariss, Psychologist, PsyBA General
Lauren Cariss
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5702

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Self Esteem
  • Trauma and PTSD

Practice Areas

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Autism
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • School Issues
  • Separation, Coercive Control, Phobias
  • Stress
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I like to draw on the client's strengths to create a climate that fosters empowerment and change. I work closely with parents of children requiring therapy.
Photo of Lauren Cariss, Psychologist, PsyBA General
Lauren Cariss
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5702
"
I like to draw on the client's strengths to create a climate that fosters empowerment and change. I work closely with parents of children requiring therapy.
Photo of Lauren Cariss, Psychologist, PsyBA General
Lauren Cariss
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5702

Client Focus

Age

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

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Deaf Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Single Parent

Age

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

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Deaf Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Single Parent

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Humanistic
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centred
  • Schemas
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I tailor counselling to the individual using a variety of therapeutic approaches based on the client's needs.
Photo of Lauren Cariss, Psychologist, PsyBA General
Lauren Cariss
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5702
"
I tailor counselling to the individual using a variety of therapeutic approaches based on the client's needs.
Photo of Lauren Cariss, Psychologist, PsyBA General
Lauren Cariss
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7500 5702

Location

Primary Location

Weekday, weekend and evening availability

31/120 Collins Street

Melbourne, VIC 3000

(03) 7500 5702

Additional Location

Kingston Plaza Medical Centre

288 Centre Dandenong Road

Next to Chemist Warehouse

Moorabbin Airport, VIC 3194

(03) 7500 5702
"
Availability weekday, evenings, and weekends. I have availability from November 2025 for child and adult Autism assessments.
Photo of Lauren Cariss, Psychologist, PsyBA General
Lauren Cariss
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 7500 5702
"
Availability weekday, evenings, and weekends. I have availability from November 2025 for child and adult Autism assessments.
Photo of Lauren Cariss, Psychologist, PsyBA General
Lauren Cariss
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 7500 5702