Dr Lauren Den Ouden is an AHPRA registered Clinical Neuropsychologist and member of the Australian Psychological Society and College of Clinical Neuropsychologists. Lauren is also a Registered Psychologist and is currently completing a Masters of Clinical Psychology (Advanced Entry) with the University of Southern Queensland. 

Lauren completed her neuropsychological training and research thesis as part of the Doctorate of Clinical Neuropsychology Program at Monash University. Throughout her clinical training as a neuropsychologist, Lauren has practiced within multiple settings including rehabilitation, acute inpatient, cognitive dementia and memory services, neuropsychiatric, and child/youth outpatient services. She has experience working with various clinical populations, including clients who have been diagnosed with dementia, acquired brain injury, neuropsychiatric disorders, addiction and neurodevelopmental disorders.  

In early 2020, Lauren relocated to the Sunshine Coast and joined the University of the Sunshine Coast Thompson Institute, where she worked within the Healthy Brain Ageing Clinic and the Youth Clinical Services. Here, Lauren specialised in the early identification of dementia risk and holistic intervention to promote healthy brain ageing, as well as conducting neuropsychological assessments to support functional rehabilitation in young people with complex mental health and neurodevelopmental conditions.

Lauren’s research interest has been on the use of stress management and lifestyle interventions to improve brain health and functioning in individuals with addictive and obsessive-compulsive behaviours. Previously, Lauren has worked as a lecturer and sessional tutor in psychology at Monash University and has also worked as a rehabilitation assistant for individuals who have experienced severe traumatic brain injuries.

Lauren specialises in providing assessments and treatment services for adolescents and adults presenting with a range of neurological, neurodevelopmental and psychiatric conditions. Lauren enjoys working with clients with a broad range of psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, stress-related problems, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and trauma. Lauren’s therapeutic approach is collaborative, empathetic, and non-judgemental. She believes in delivering evidence-based treatment that is personalised to each client’s unique situation. Lauren provides the following assessment and treatment services:

Contact Details

• Clinic Days: Monday & Tuesday (Clinical Treatment Services) & Thursday (Neuropsychological Assessments)
• Email: lauren@surepsychology.com.au