Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)

Hi, I’m Helen. I’m a therapist based in Porirua, and I work primarily with Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT). I love this work, and I love the results I see in my clients every day. I support people with anxiety, trauma, and overwhelm, and I take a thoughtful, individualised approach, combining deep therapeutic work with clear, grounded insight to help people understand what’s going on and what their next step might be.

I offer in-person counselling for individuals and couples from a cozy boathouse studio in central Whangarei, also worldwide online counselling in English, Swedish and Estonian. My therapy style is solution focused CBT mixed with other styles I find useful in personal growth. My areas of interest include couples therapy, migration and cultural issues, stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, communication difficulties and self-esteem concerns.

Penelope is a Registered Social Worker, Somatic Practitioner, and Yoga Teacher who integrates trauma-informed care, intuitive movement, somatic touch and ritual to guide individuals and couples through healing, transformation, and growth.

Kia Ora & Welcome! I’m Patrick! As a certified Mental Health Coach I use my experience and skills as we work together as a team to help you through your challenges. It’s about assisting you to build a fulfilling and meaningful life! I can help with all varieties of mild to moderate mental health issues, personal growth, life skills training, relationship/dating issues, life transitions and more. I offer Mental Health Coaching NZ wide and in-person sessions in Frankton, Queenstown.

Hi, my name is Yvette. Making the first contact to talk with someone can often be a daunting and overwhelming experience. I can assure you that once you take that step you will feel a sense of relief, vulnerability, but empowered too.

Hi, I’m Tamsin! I offer various therapy and coaching modalities geared towards emotional/psychological wellbeing, relationships, parenting and change. I work with both adults and teenagers, using a combination of mindfulness ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), CBT, Solutions Focused Therapy, EP, IFS (Internal Family Systems), Positive Psychology, Attachment Theory & Gottman Couples Therapy. My aim is to combine the best of research-based methods with a compassionate and non-judgemental, whole-person, attitude.

My name is Joseph. I'm a counsellor, coach and hypnotherapist. You're welcome for individual counselling & coaching, hypnotherapy, couples counselling and family therapy.

My name is Angela. I have almost 20 years experience in the mental health sector. From my practice Angela Claridge Wellness on the Kapiti Coast, I support people to positively and proactively address stuck points, distress and disruptive behaviours in their lives, to enable them to live fully, regain control and find joy.

Hi, my name is Jean. I'm a counsellor in Nelson and Stoke. I work with individuals, couples and small therapeutic groups. I've been counselling since 2008 and have a private practice in Nelson since 2012.

Hi, my name is Troy, I have been working as a social worker/therapist for now 18 years in New Zealand. I have worked with numerous individuals, couples, and groups of all ages and ethnicities. I am an open, honest, easy-going, and non-judgemental person. I understand life can be challenging, and difficult. Therefore this is where therapy can be useful.

In life we can all have times that are more challenging and painful than others and counselling can provide a safe space to work through those seasons. I am a Counsellor and Couples Therapist who is committed to providing that safe and confidential environment where people can feel heard and validated while working through their pain and struggles without judgement.

Sarel – Registered Counsellor in Hamilton offering face-to-face support for trauma, relationship and sexual abuse, career and general mental health concerns. Using CBT, Person-Centred and Narrative Therapy, alongside Māori supervision and Te Whare Tapa Whā, Sarel provides a safe, welcoming space to explore emotions, build resilience, and support your journey toward healing and personal growth.

Hi there. I have 20+ years’ experience as New Zealand Registered Health Professional with an extensive background in both mental health therapy/counselling and occupational therapy.

I offer confidential empathetic opportunities for people to explain their difficulties or circumstances and then guide them to clarify the issues and explore practical strategies and alternatives for working through these challenges and moving towards satisfactory resolutions.

Hi, I'm Catherine, counsellor and career coach in Whanganui. In my practice I support people to positively address challenges in their lives, including their career, to enable them to live with an empowered attitude and find the joy and fulfillment they are striving for.

My name is Michele, I am a Therapeutic Social Work Practitioner and Supervisor. I offer therapy/counselling with individual or family/whanau members in a non-judgmental, strength based manner to facilitate personal growth that is strength based and solution focused. You will find a safe, confidential space to be supported to work through and discuss issues you are finding challenging, for positive outcomes in your life and health.

Kia ora and hello! I’m a registered counsellor with experience in addressing all kinds of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, anger management, stress and navigating life transitions.

I have been in practice for more than 20 years and specialise in providing a wide range of effective therapeutic techniques for individuals, couples and families. I am passionate about the work I do and I am committed in providing beneficial therapy for clients affected by mental health related issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, phobia. trauma and grief. I utilise a range of modalities that include Neuroscience evidence based techniques like BWRT, Brief Solution focused therapy, CBT and Mindfulness.

Sarel – Registered Counsellor in Tauranga offering face-to-face support for trauma, relationship and sexual abuse, career and general mental health concerns. Using CBT, Person-Centred and Narrative Therapy, alongside Māori supervision and Te Whare Tapa Whā, Sarel provides a safe, welcoming space to explore emotions, build resilience, and support your journey toward healing and personal growth.

Kia Ora and welcome, Take the first step toward healing—counselling is your bridge to a brighter self. It’s okay to be, and sometimes feel, a little messy. Life is messy and I know this isn’t easy! But you don’t have to do it alone, so I am so glad you are exploring options to support yourself. You deserve this! If you are struggling and need someone to talk too, you are in the right space. I work with individuals, teens and parents/families as well as ethnic minorities.

I am a registered counsellor and trained educational psychologist with 14 years of experience supporting individuals of all ages. I work collaboratively to help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. My approach is integrative and tailored to each person’s needs, drawing from psychotherapy, CBT, EMDR, ACT, and Narrative Therapy. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and supported, and often see meaningful improvements aft

I am a clinical psychologist with 29 years of experience, originally from South Africa and practicing as a clinical psychologist in New Zealand for the past six years. My interests include: * Problems with Mood -- Major Depression, Dysthymia, Bipolar Disorder, etc. * Problems with Anxiety -- Panic Disorder, GAD, OCD, PTSD, etc. * Bereavement * Stress * Relationship Challenges * Intimacy issues, especially women's challenges (e.g., menopause, infertility, etc)

A key focus and passion is trauma recovery for big T and little t trauma. It may be very recent or from our past. Such trauma as childhood sexual abuse, abandonment, neglect, earthquakes, violence, bullying, car accidents, and warfare.

I believe that realistic choice-making can support your counselling, and I consider it a privilege to journey with you in a safe and confidential environment to process what can be difficult emotions. I help people with Anxiety/Depression, Body image, Burnout, Career guidance, Feeling “lost”, Panic attacks, Relationships, Stress

My name is Nicola, and I am an eating disorder recovery coach. An eating disorder not only affects the person suffering from it but the whole family too. For this reason, I also focus on helping the family through this journey, advising on how to best support the client at home and in day-to-day life.

I am a qualified counsellor committed to supporting people through life’s challenges and helping them move toward meaningful, positive change. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can explore and process difficult emotions. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply need someone to talk to, I’m here to listen and support you.

My name is Mark, counsellor in Nelson. Ik work both with individuals and couples. I have a strong interest in trauma work and all the associated issues that surround this. For couples I offer Imago relationship therapy, which is a form of couples counseling and coaching.

My name is Cushla and I am a Registered Clinical Psychologist based in Hamilton, New Zealand. I specialise in working with adults with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, chronic pain, PTSD, sleep, physical health, grief, and adjustment to life changes.

Kia ora, I am an experienced Counsellor and Group Facilitator that has been involved in clinical work for the past 10+ years. I enjoy working alongside clients who are navigating major life transitions, coping with mental health challenges, or seeking greater self-awareness. I also welcome couples who are interested in relationship counselling.

My name is Nikki, counsellor in Christchurch. I bring to my counselling a focus on the client as the expert on themselves with a range of knowledge, skills and strategies to bring about changes and facilitate their own healing.

Are you feeling distress from a current or past relationship ? If you are then look no further. I am an experienced Counsellor and Coach. I offer packages of Counselling and Coaching sessions in person and online via zoom. I can help you by providing a healing trusting space to work through your distress and then to find more empowered communication styles to build better relationships and a better future.

Hi, I'm Catherine, counsellor and career coach in Wellington. In my practice I support people to positively address challenges in their lives, including their career, to enable them to live with an empowered attitude and find the joy and fulfillment they are striving for.

My name is Nicola, and I am an eating disorder recovery coach. An eating disorder not only affects the person suffering from it but the whole family too. For this reason, I also focus on helping the family through this journey, advising on how to best support the client at home and in day-to-day life.

I teach Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) skills, which include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Relaxation techniques, Mindfulness practices, Exposure Therapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) skills. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, a Postgraduate Diploma in Health Psychology, and a Master's Degree in Psychology.

I'm a compassionate and professional counsellor with 25 years of experience of helping people. I have successfully treated people with issues that range from minor to chronic problems, such as anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, panic attacks, PTSD, complex trauma, relationship issues, low self esteem, sleep difficulties, stress and parenting issues. I work fluently in English and also in German.

Realign heart & mind–body & soul — For those seeking support with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, relationship issues, big life events and decisions—I offer a holistic-whole-person approach to counselling and coaching that will help you find release from confusion, limiting beliefs, and negative patterns into greater clarity, balance, and peace. My core focus is to help others recover their authentic and essential Self to live a happier, healthier, purpose-driven, and heart-centred life.

I am a registered psychotherapist and have a Bachelor of Social Sciences in Psychology, and I am certified in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy. I work with adults experiencing a range of personal issues. If you are looking for a deeper level of understanding as to how you got to be as you are and how you might move forward, I can help.

Are you feeling distressed, anxious, overwhelmed or lost? I support adults to ease emotional suffering and navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and steadiness. Drawing on Counselling, Psychology and NLP, I help with anxiety, burnout, grief, trauma and low mood. My approach is warm, respectful and non-judgmental, welcoming cultural, spiritual, gender, sexual and neurodiverse identities.

Over the years, I have worked with many individuals and couples facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem struggles, life transitions, and stress management. I also have training in relationship counselling, trauma and grief.

Hi there, I’m Deanna and I have a real passion for helping people through the many challenges we face as humans in a way that best works for each individual. I work with adults, teens, children and their parents, supporting clients through meaningful change towards living a more satisfying and happier life.

I'm here to support children, young people, adults & families to work towards a more fulfilled life, for any of the issues that you face. I am non judgemental & caring. I will work with you to get the best results. Let's do this! "It is clear that Ngairini cares deeply for her clients. She provides a safe & warm environment, that allows for them to face into, & work through, life's challenges & difficulties. I would recommend her for anyone wanting to start the healing journey "- Mr.

I am a registered counsellor (NZAC) who creates a safe, confidential space where clients can explore their emotions, uncover inner strength, and navigate life with courage and self-awareness. Calm, patient, and grounded, I take a person-centred, collaborative approach, supporting individuals, couples, and whānau both in person and online. Originally from Kiel, Germany, I have lived in Spain and New Zealand, experiences that have deepened my understanding of identity, belonging, and human connection. I am a mother of three,

My experience includes working with couples and relationships, anxiety, trauma, low mood and depression. I also work extensively with older clients (over 60s) and those who have experienced negative father issues.

Welcome to Counselling – Your Path to Emotional Freedom Starts Here. I specialise in individual and relationship counselling. I believe in the power of connection, compassion, and change. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, lost, or stuck, you're not alone – and healing is possible. Located in The Hub, just minutes from central Wanaka, our peaceful space offers a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your challenges and start creating the life you want to live

Life can be complex, especially when you’re carrying anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, or moving through a season of change. I support people facing these experiences by offering a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. Our sessions are shaped around your experiences, strengths, and what feels most important to you. A free 30-minute meet-and-greet is available so you can get a feel for our sessions and see whether working together feels like the right fit for you.

I see therapy as a journey of discovery and healing. Whether it’s working through trauma, grief, or building understanding around neurodiversity or family dynamics, I provide a calm, compassionate space where people can unpack what’s been weighing on them. My role is to walk alongside my clients helping them build insight, develop emotional tools, and rediscover hope.

Kia ora, I'm Kathryn. I'm an experienced therapist, based in Queenstown, offering online and in-person counselling for teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and life transitions. I work in both private practice and as a high school counsellor - I love both of these roles. ​