Counselling Support Tailored to You

Specializing in Trauma Recovery, Relationship Support, & Child & Adolescent Wellbeing

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Taking the step toward counselling is an act of courage and an investment in your well-being. Whether you are navigating personal hurdles, seeking to strengthen your relationships, or supporting a child through a difficult time, you deserve a space where you feel truly heard.

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When we work together, you can expect a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental environment where your well-being remains the heart of every conversation.

My practice is grounded in trauma-informed and evidence-based methods, ensuring that you receive support that is both safe and effective. I bring deep cultural sensitivity and a profound respect for your unique lived experience to our sessions. Together, we will engage in collaborative goal-setting, ensuring that your journey is tailored to your individual needs and moves at a pace that feels empowering for you.

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Areas of Support

Click a category to explore how I can support you.

Trauma & Abuse Recovery

Specialist counselling for survivors of sexual abuse, assault, childhood trauma, domestic violence, and complex trauma.

✔ ACC Sensitive Claims accepted

Anxiety & Depression

Support for managing persistent worry, panic, emotional overwhelm, low mood, and stress-related challenges.

Grief & Loss

Counselling for bereavement, anticipatory grief, sudden loss, and significant life transitions.

Relationship & Family

Support with communication, conflict resolution, separation, parenting challenges, and rebuilding trust.

Child & Adolescent

Therapeutic support for young people experiencing trauma, emotional distress, and behavioral challenges.

Workplace Stress & EAP

Counselling for burnout, compassion fatigue, and work-life stress.

✔ EAP and employer referrals accepted

Pain & Rehab

Psychological support for chronic pain, injury recovery, and health-related adjustment.

Crisis & Victim Support

Immediate care following traumatic events, including crime and victimisation.

✔ Victim Support / Manaaki Tangata accepted

My clients say I help them...

  • Achieve long-term recovery (e.g., one year alcohol and drug free).
  • Secure stable housing after experiencing homelessness.
  • Reach career progression goals and earn promotions.
  • Recover from long-term eating disorders.
  • Learn to establish and maintain healthy personal boundaries.
  • Gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their needs.
  • Reconnect with who they truly are.

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Whether it’s trauma recovery or navigating life transitions, you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out today to see which service is right for you.

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