DR LAURA WIDYANTO
Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society; Counsellor; Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
At Inner Wealth, she serves through our signature programme, Inner Billionaire Legacy.
As a Chartered Psychologist accredited by the British Psychological Society, I am deeply committed to understanding and nurturing the mind’s intricate layers. My practice is rooted in a personalized approach because I believe the journey to mental well-being is as unique as the individual. My range of therapeutic toolkit draws from hypnotherapy, analytical psychology, counselling, and cognitive-behavioral therapy, ensuring a bespoke experience for each of my clients.
At the heart of my professional ethos is the conviction that mental health is as vital as physical health, and my mission is to break down barriers to mental health services. With Maja Healing (which is collaborating with Inner Wealth), I’ve had the privilege of leading Maja Care; our social corporate responsibility program dedicated to the provision of mental health support. Through Maja Care, we offer therapy on a donation basis to Indonesians who would otherwise face barriers to these crucial services.
My journey has been as diverse as the approaches I use, having spent 23 years in the UK where I honed my skills in health promotion and disease prevention with the National Health Service (NHS) and various local government bodies. It was within these roles that I engaged deeply with advocacy work; addressing critical issues such as domestic violence, maternal health, and smoking cessation.
These experiences have solidified my understanding of mental health’s pivotal role in overall well-being. They have reinforced my dedication to not only treat but also advocate for mental health with the same determination typically reserved for physical health.
In 2017, I returned to Bali, bringing with me a wealth of experience and dedication to improving the mental health and wellbeing of as many people as possible. I am committed to empowering people I work with to find their own path to healing and wholeness. This belief is the cornerstone of my practice and fuels my work with all my clients. I seek to continue to apply my international experience and passion for health equity to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and the broader community. With every person I meet, I strive to provide a sanctuary for growth, healing, and the rediscovery of inner strength, reaffirming my pledge to cultivate wellness in every form.
Education & Certifications
- PhD in Behavioural Psychology, Nottingham Trent University, United Kingdom.
- B.Sc. of Applied Psychology from Cardiff University, UK.
- Chartered Psychologist, British Psychological Society (Membership #710452).
- Certified Hypnotherapist, Holistic Healing Hypnosis
- Diploma in Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Institute of Counselling
- PRINCE 2 Practitioner, Westminter University London
Publications
Widyanto. L. & Griffiths, M.D. (2012). An Empirical Study of Problematic Internet Use and Self-Esteem. In R. Zheng (Ed.), Evolving Psychological and Educational Perspectives on Cyber Behavior (pp.82-95). Pennsylvania: IGI Global.
Widyanto, L., Griffiths, M.D., Brunsden, V., & McMurran, M. (2008). The Psychometric Properties of the Internet Related Problem Scale: A Pilot Study. International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction, 6, 205-213.
Widyanto, L. and Griffiths, M.D. (2006). Internet Addiction: Does It Really Exist? (Revisited). In J. Gackenbach (Ed.), Psychology and the Internet : Intrapersonal, Interpersonal and Transpersonal Applications (2nd Edition). New York: Academic Press.
Widyanto, L., Bartley, A., and Swarbrick, H. (2016). Domestic Abuse and Violence Policy. Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Testimonials
Laura helped me to dig deep within myself and guided me adeptly to confront the past and what had been blocking me, and expertly aligned me to my potential.”
Laura was my therapist and she was absolutely warm and empathetic towards someone new to this. I felt safe and was able to be very open in sharing my experiences with her.
Having someone professional to guide you through that process was very eye opening and helpful. I felt like im able to live life with more authenticity after the session. Truly appreciate what Laura is doing here for her clients!”
What I love is that she gives you space to process everything but always knows exactly what you need and when. Once you start working with Laura, you will never be the same again!”