Gestalttherapy Hamilton

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.

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)

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.