- Stress and anxiety
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Self esteem work
About Laurie
Laurie Scarce is an ACA counsellor in Australia with 12 years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, depression and life changes. She also focuses on issues such as communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation and social anxiety and phobia.
Laurie describes clients as the experts in their own stories and draws on their strengths. Sessions are practical and straightforward. Conversations look at what is causing distress now and what small shifts might help day to day.
She helps people notice patterns that keep them stuck and then tries out new ways of responding. This can include practising responses to awkward social moments, building confidence to speak up, or breaking big problems into smaller steps. Laurie pays attention to feelings like guilt, shame and loneliness and how they affect relationships and choices.
People who book a first session will complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling. Laurie uses that information to shape an initial plan and to decide what to focus on first. The emphasis is on clear actions and steady progress rather than long explanations.
Her approach suits people who want practical tools for daily life and help moving through painful emotions. Sessions aim to reduce overwhelm and increase the ability to cope with social situations and life transitions.
How Laurie works online with evidence-based techniques
Laurie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One approach she often uses helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and test them against real situations. This can be useful for easing anxious thoughts before or during social interactions. Another common method involves building small behavioural steps and practising them gradually to increase confidence in social settings and handle avoidance patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Laurie will talk with each person about their goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they decide which techniques to try first and adjust the plan as progress is made, keeping the process collaborative and goal-focused.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so please confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. These practical benefits can help people try sessions without rearranging their whole day.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, low self esteem, depression and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as communication problems and social anxiety and phobia.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and straightforward. She helps people identify patterns, try small changes, and build everyday skills.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and relationship issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is credentialed with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and is based in Australia.
Are sessions available in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.