My name is Laura Franklin and I am a registered Clinical Psychologist in Auckland, providing therapy to individuals over the age of 18. I am a full member of the New Zealand Psychological Society (NZPsS) and the EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA).
Professional Services
Emotional problems come in many shapes and sizes and don't always carry a particular label. A list of examples of emotional difficulties that I work with in my practice can be found here.
My Approach
I tend to have a relaxed and approachable style, and use a variety of different therapeutic models, depending on what suits the person best.
Booking an appointment
To make an appointment, you can either contact me directly or use a referral from your GP or specialist provider.
Professional Services
Emotional problems come in many shapes and sizes and don’t always carry a particular label. However, below is a list of examples of emotional difficulties that I work with in my practice. Seeing that everyone comes with their own unique set of circumstances and life experiences, my work focuses on figuring out with you where the crux of your problem lies and how we can work on your issues together:
Low mood - Depression
Stress - Anxiety - OCD
Overwhelming emotions
(Thoughts of) Self-harm
Eating disorders
Relationship problems
Addiction issues
(Childhood) Trauma
Dissociation
My Approach
I have trained in various effective, evidence-based models, and over the years have gravitated towards using EMDR, Flash Technique (subconscious processing) and Ego State therapy (parts work) as my main treatment modalities. The reason for this is that I have found this combination to be the most effective and humane in quickly resolving emotions that are keeping us stuck.
In addition, I am passionate about helping people develop processing tools that they can continue to use after therapy ends. I am trained in Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness and follow the research that is available on Open focus meditation. These two forms of meditation have been shown to improve our mental and physical health, reduce stress, and increase our ability to sit with painful emotions. In addition, meditation can be used as a way to mentally rehearse our new ways of thinking and acting, as we work toward change. My aim is to help people adopt and integrate meditation and therapy skills into their daily lives, so that anyone can become self-sufficient in managing their mental health.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR)
Flash Technique
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness
Ego State therapy
Schema Therapy
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy skills (DBT skills)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Booking an appointment
My work hours are Monday to Friday between 9am – 2.30pm.
If you are interested in booking an appointment, you can use the Book Now button below. I will then get back to you by email or phone to discuss what you’re looking for and whether my skill set matches your needs.
Fees are $225,- per 50 minute session.
No shows or cancellations within 48hr will be charged in full.
Payments are accepted in cash or by bank transfer.
Existing clients are able to use the Book Now button to manage their appointments.