About counselling and therapy

Too often, clinicians will use a medical model that focuses on altering people’s behaviour without fully understanding what makes them who they are.

My approach is to take a whole picture and whole person approach. I will help you understand your lived experiences, thoughts, feelings, behaviours, values and beliefs that have shaped who you are.

That way, we can then create a tailored and personalised approach that fits your unique strengths, values and preferences instead of looking to fit you into a box.

No two people are alike, which is why I use a Narrative Therapy approach and incorporate techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and other modalities. By drawing from various methods, we can find the approach that best suits you. Rest assured, all conversations are confidential.

You are in control, with me as your co-pilot, supporting you in achieving your goals.

Counselling is confidential. Counselling offers you a warm and safe atmosphere to be yourself, share your story and be heard with no judgement. Then, depending on what’s important to you, we can find a pathway forward towards being the best version of yourself and living a full life that works for you. That means we might talk about healing the past, enjoying the present, and transforming the future.

Whenever there is anything that interferes with your happiness or prevents you from achieving your goals, I may be able to help.

Fees are $130 per 55-minute appointment.

If you are unable to keep your appointment please let me know within 24 to 48 hours. Non-attendance may incur a fee. Please see: Cancellations/rescheduling in FAQ.

Financially assisted sessions:

• I am a counsellor registered with I Am Hope (Gumboot Friday) – you may be eligible for financial assistance through this pathway.

• If you receive a benefit you can apply through your GP for WINZ to subsidise your counselling with me.

The number of sessions required will depend on your individual needs. Counselling may be short term (2-6 sessions) or longer term (12+ sessions). Consultations may be booked weekly, fortnightly or less depending on your goals – we will discuss what is right for you at your first consultation.

You are not alone. Counselling is for everyone. One in five people live with some form of mental illness, one in four young adults have suicidal thoughts every year, and 60% of people experience significant stress and worry every day. Click here for more mental health statistics in New Zealand.

I have worked with a diverse group people from all different walks of life including people with different: ages, genders, ethnicities and positions in life.

I have multiple years expertise working with a broad range of mental health difficulties with young people, adults and couples including: depression, anxiety, relationships, emotional regulation, stressful life events, communication and conflict resolution, motivation and self care, confidence/self-esteem, trauma, consciousness and mindfulness, suicidal thoughts, food allergies and health difficulties.

Are you currently suffering and feel any of the following: alone, anxious, stressed, depressed, tired, not enough, helpless, hopeless, scared, stuck, uncertain, unsettled, frustrated, defeated, broken, or like your world has been turned upside down, like you can’t catch a break or like life has lost it’s colour and meaning? Then counselling might be helpful for you.

50b Campbell Road, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga. My address will be provided in the confirmation email.

I offer in person and online counselling.

My private practice office is located in Mount Maunganui in our personal home. During these times I have taken appropriate risk mitigation steps to ensure safety.

Because my office is located in my personal home, I speak with a range of clients and people with differing health status’. My hope is to be inclusive of all people while still following the latest health guidelines. I understand if this does not fit for you. Another option is online counselling.

I have the option for people to speak with me online or in person. Before an online consultation, I send you the Google Meet link via email.

I understand if you have concerns about online counselling. I felt the same way too until I moved some of my conversations online and was pleasantly surprised by how effective they were. In fact, many of my clients have commented that the ease, comfort and privacy of speaking to me online has actually enhanced our in-depth conversations.

Online counselling is becoming increasingly popular because it is easy and it works. New research shows that people express a 92% overall satisfaction when it comes to online counselling. A conversation is a conversation and the connection between counsellor and client is the number one factor that determines therapy success.

Still have questions? Why don’t you give me a free 15 min discovery call over the phone to see if I can be a fit and help you?

It is a sign of respect that we both adhere to the time of each appointment.

Missed appointments and cancellations have a significant impact on Counsellors as it's often not possible to fill appointments at late notice.

Please give 48 hours notice by text or phone if you need to postpone or cancel an appointment.

By making an appointment with me, you agree that, a 50% cancellation fee will be charged if less than 24 hours notice is given, and same day cancellations will incur a full charge.

Missed appointments will also incur full charge.