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Twané
Psychotherapy
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Welcome — I’m Twané
I offer an integrative, body-inclusive approach to psychotherapy that meets you exactly where you are. Our work together is client-centred and collaborative, so you remain in charge of the pace and direction of every session.
Drawing on my training in mindfulness-based somatic psychotherapy (the Hakomi model), the Conversational Model (relational and psychodynamic), and EMDR (for processing and healing from trauma), I help you connect insight with embodied experience. This blend allows both mind and body to participate in healing—through gentle mindfulness practices, breathwork, and experiential, present-moment awareness and experience.
My style is soft, respectful, and non-intrusive. Whether you wish to resolve past trauma, ease anxiety, deepen self-understanding, or enhance relationships, our sessions become a safe and compassionate space where whatever needs a voice can emerge.
I also support workplaces in recognising patterns that hinder healthy relationships and in cultivating resilience for managing stress and change.
Together we create a therapeutic relationship where trust, curiosity, and connection guide the way—helping you move toward greater freedom, clarity, and well-being.
I'm based in the Whanganui-Rangitikei Region and support clients nation-wide via telehealth or in person in Whanganui.
If you would like to know more about me, the way I work or would like to make an appointment, please contact me via the Send a message - button.
I'm happy to have a 10-15 minute pre-commitment phone conversation to see if I might be the right 'fit' for you.
Twané
Online therapy
I work online through Google Meet with clients from all over NZ and abroad.
Qualifications and registrations
- Graduate therapist in Integrative Psychotherapy (Hakomi)
- Qualified Adult Psychotherapist in the Conversational Model
- Somatic EMDR through The Embody Lab
- EMDR Continuing Training through EMDRNZ
- Member of Australia and New Zealand Association of Psychotherapists ANZAP,
- Member of New Zealand Association of Psychotherapists NZAP
- Member of PBANZ
- Member of EMDRNZ
Registrations
Twané is listed among the counsellors in Whanganui.
Specialisations
- 1. Anxiety
- 2. Burnout
- 3. Trauma Processing
- 4. Stress
- 5. EMDR-Therapy
Most common issues I support people with:
- Anxiety & Low Self-Esteem
- Depression
- Understanding "Who you are"
- Processing Trauma
- Exploring the places where resistence starts getting in the way of positive change
Issues I can help with
- Abuse
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Anxiety
- Being a perfectionist
- Being assertive
- Body image
- Bullying
- Burnout
- Codependency
- Communication
- Depression
- Fear
- Feeling lonely
- Grief & loss
- Hyperventilation
- Jealousy
- Low self esteem
- Neurodiversity
- Obsessive compulsive disorder
- Panic attack
- Phobia
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Relationship issues
- Self confidence
- Separation anxiety
- Setting boundaries
- Sleep problems
- Social phobia
- Stress
- Trauma
- Workplace stress
- Worrying too much
Fees
$150 per session
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Trusting and non judgemental
Trusting safe intelligent good listening skills non judgemental
Barbara | Whanganui | November 19 2025
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Twane is very professional and approachable
Twane is very professional and approachable. I felt reserved about having therapy when I started, but found Twane extremely helpful. She is able to keep me accountable to my own goals and boundaries while helping me push further into the how and why of what I do and feel. She has a number of skills that mean she is able to change the approach based on how I feel. Above all, I find her easy to trust, easy to talk to, and very supportive. Over the two years I have seen her, I feel she has helped me grow enormously in my capacity to deal with my emotions. I highly recommend her.
Nicole | Nelson | September 18 2023
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Gentle approach
Twane's gentle approach nicely balances an inside / outside exploration. In this she balances the importance of exploring inside root causes of issues with the outside approach of arming you with useful tools and skills to practically deal with issues. This helps in holistic healing. It also enables you to guide yourself through your issues.
Julia | Whangarei | August 9 2023
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Twané is an incredibly open, warm presence
Twané is an incredibly open, warm presence. She allowed the space and guidance I needed to become more confident in identifying my emotions and where I felt them in my body. As we were located in different cities we did video sessions and even over video chat, she was able to pick up on my body language and emotional landscape. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking help and wanting to work through difficult feelings and discover how their emotions present themselves somatically.
Jen | Wellington | July 17 2023
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She has a wonderful way of making you feel at ease
My experience with twane was super insightful, she was very warm and professional. I really felt that she assisted me to uncover parts of myself and past experiences that I previously have kept closed away. She has a wonderful way of making you feel at ease. With an array of knowledge. I would highly recommended twane to anyone seeking out some support or a safe space to express.
Charlotte | Queenstown | January 26 2023
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