Telehealth Services

Accessible, flexible, and confidential psychological support — wherever you are.

At Vivid Psychology, we provide high-quality psychological services via Telehealth, using the secure and government-supported Healthdirect Video Call platform. Whether you’re in a rural area, working remotely, or simply prefer the comfort of home, our Telehealth service ensures you can access support wherever you are.

Meet Dr Laura Bahri – Clinical Psychologist (Telehealth)

Dr Laura Bahri is a Clinical Psychologist with over 17 years of experience, currently providing Telehealth services from her home in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. She is passionate about offering warm, flexible, and collaborative care to adults seeking support with a range of mental health challenges.

Laura has extensive experience working with dual-diagnosis presentations, particularly complex trauma and PTSD, having spent 11 years at Next Step Drug and Alcohol Service. In her senior role, she also provided leadership, training, and consultancy within the public sector to improve outcomes for clients experiencing substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health issues.

With lived experience in regional life and professional experience supporting clients in the resources sector, Laura understands the challenges and rewards of working and living remotely. She has particular expertise in working with individuals affected by FIFO/DIDO life, fatigue, and work-related stress.

Therapeutic Style & Modalities

Laura adopts a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and attachment-focused approach. She believes in the importance of creating a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship that helps restore a sense of safety and empowerment.

She tailors therapy to each individual and draws on a wide range of evidence-based therapies, including:

Schema Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) – for suitable Telehealth cases
Self-Compassion Therapy

Who Laura Works With

Laura supports adults (18+) and has a particular interest in working with clients experiencing:

PTSD and complex trauma
Drug and alcohol issues
Anxiety and mood disorders
Attachment and relationship difficulties
Grief and loss
Workplace bullying and harassment
Difficulties related to FIFO/DIDO work and shift-based employment

Availability

Thursdays & Fridays via Telehealth

Based in the Pilbara (WA)

Is Telehealth Right for You?

Telehealth may be ideal if you:

Live in a regional or remote area
Work FIFO or have a non-traditional schedule
Are a parent or carer needing more flexible appointments
Feel more at ease in your own environment
Experience anxiety, health, or mobility issues that make travel difficult
Are neurodivergent and prefer minimal sensory or face-to-face interaction

Our goal is to bring mental health care to you — wherever you are.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need any special software?

No. We use Healthdirect Video Call, a secure, browser-based system — no downloads required.

Is Telehealth as effective as face-to-face?

Yes. For many people and presentations, Telehealth is just as effective and sometimes even more accessible.

What if my internet drops out?

We’ll have a backup plan — including the option to switch to a phone call.

Will I see the same psychologist each time?

Yes — unless you request a change, your appointments will remain with Laura.

How do I pay and get my rebate?

You’ll receive a secure payment link through our practice software. After payment, we lodge your Medicare rebate for you, and it goes directly into your nominated Medicare account.

How do I pay and get my rebate?

You’ll receive a secure payment link through our practice software. After payment, we lodge your Medicare rebate for you, and it goes directly into your nominated Medicare account.

Why We Use Healthdirect Video Call

We use Healthdirect Video Call, supported by the Australian Government Department of Health, to ensure safety and confidentiality. It is the same platform used by GPs and hospitals across Australia.

Healthdirect offers:

End-to-end encryption
No recordings
No downloads required
Australian privacy and data protection compliance
Secure, simple access from phone, tablet or computer

More info: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/what-is-telehealth

Book a Telehealth Appointment

Call us on 08 9226 3401

Drop us an email admin@vividpsychology.com.au

Or send an enquiry via our Contact page

Online Therapy

At Vivid Psychology, we recognize the shifting dynamics of healthcare and are excited to offer online therapy sessions that enable you to connect with our skilled clinical psychologists from the comfort of your home or while on the go.