Tamara Laing
Social Worker, AMHSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
King Street, Sandy Bay, TAS 7005
Let's Connect (03) 6163 1314
I know reaching out can feel like a big step, especially when you're already feeling stretched. It’s completely normal to feel unsure about starting therapy - many people do. But you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just unsure about your next step, I’m here to help. Maybe anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship struggles are weighing you down. Or perhaps you’ve been carrying the impact of past trauma, and you're ready to find relief. Whatever has brought you here, you deserve a space where you feel truly heard, supported, and understood.
My approach is warm, practical, and down-to-earth. We’ll talk about what’s hard, but we’ll also find tools to help you feel more grounded and confident. Therapy isn’t about fixing you; it’s about connecting with your strengths and shifting unhelpful patterns. We’ll go at a pace that feels right for you, using practical tools that fit into everyday life.
Therapy with me isn’t one-size-fits-all, we’ll find what approach works best for you. I have years of experience walking alongside people through life's ups and downs with compassion and curiosity. You deserve understanding and a safe space to talk.
If you're ready to begin, reach out for a quick chat - let's take that first step together.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Tamara Laing now - (03) 6163 1314
Let's Connect (03) 6163 1314
Finances
Payment Methods
Bank transfer, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Bupa
- HCF
- Medicare Rebates
- St Lukes
- Teachers Health
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers Tamara Laing
- In Practice for 20 years
- Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
- Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers Accredited Clinical Supervisor
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Expertise and Interests
Top Expertise
- Addiction
- Veteran and Military Mental Health
- Emotional Disturbance
Practice Areas
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioural Issues
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Gambling
- Infidelity
- Internet Addiction
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Aviation Professionals ,
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Aviation Professionals ,
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
- Eclectic
- Gottman Method
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centred
- Rational Emotive Behaviour (REBT)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Tamara Laing
Social Worker, AMHSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (03) 6163 1314