Dr. Jessica Laird, MAPS, DPsych, RN
(She/Her)
About Me
I’m a Clinical Psychologist and Registered Nurse in Australia. My areas of research have delved into improving the recovery of children and young people affected by sexual violence and exploitation. I love working with children, young people and adults, and people heal and create meaning making in their lives. I have worked alongside young humans involved in the out of home care system, child protection and foster care, specifically in the area of child sexual exploitation for many years.
Education & Experience
Bachelor of Nursing Science Graduate Diploma of Neonatal Intensive Care Graduate Diploma of Psychological Sciences (Hons) Doctorate of Psychology (Clinical)
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
Registered Clinical Psychologist. Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS). Registered Nurse (Div 1).
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Autism Spectrum
- Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
- Dissociative Disorders
- Domestic Violence
- Eating Disorders
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Phobias
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Sexual Abuse
- Suicide Risk
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- BIPOC
- Children (4-12)
- Community Mental Health Center
- Families
- Infants/Toddlers (0-3)
- Juvenile Correctional Facility
- LGBTQ+
- Residential Treatment Facility
Language
- English
Insurance
- Medicare
NDIS, Private, WorkCover, VOCAT