Addiction Therapists in Auckland
I specialise in addictions and couple's work.
Couples Counselling: If you are looking to improve your relationship, trying to recover from an affair, or needing tips on how to get the passion back, I will ask the questions that enable change to occur.
I specialise in addictions and couple's work.
Couples Counselling: If you are looking to improve your relationship, trying to recover from an affair, or needing tips on how to get the passion back, I will ask the questions that enable change to occur.
Specialist support for Addiction, Neurodiversity and Emotional Regulation.
I have a specialist area in Neurodiversity, helping adults with ADHD and Autism understand what works well for them around tools for life and emotional management.
Specialist support for Addiction, Neurodiversity and Emotional Regulation.
I have a specialist area in Neurodiversity, helping adults with ADHD and Autism understand what works well for them around tools for life and emotional management.
When addiction affects one person, it impacts the entire family.
But more than credentials, I bring a deep understanding that addiction is a family problem that requires family solutions. I fill the gap that's missing. Most addiction services focus solely on the person using substances. I recognize that families are in crisis too—and they deserve support, guidance, and their own path to healing.
When addiction affects one person, it impacts the entire family.
But more than credentials, I bring a deep understanding that addiction is a family problem that requires family solutions. I fill the gap that's missing. Most addiction services focus solely on the person using substances. I recognize that families are in crisis too—and they deserve support, guidance, and their own path to healing.
My name is Jen and I am a registered counsellor specialising in relationship work, sexual issues, addiction and trauma.
My work background has been highly varied and I have specialised training in addiction, sex therapy, trauma work and couples work. I have worked in acute mental health environments, high security prison, addiction services and now as a private therapist, see a range of clients predominantly with relationship and sexual issues.
My name is Jen and I am a registered counsellor specialising in relationship work, sexual issues, addiction and trauma.
My work background has been highly varied and I have specialised training in addiction, sex therapy, trauma work and couples work. I have worked in acute mental health environments, high security prison, addiction services and now as a private therapist, see a range of clients predominantly with relationship and sexual issues.
I have experience helping adults with addiction, trauma, identity, and relationship issues.
Kia ora, my name is Anna (she/her). Are life’s challenges leaving you feeling anxious, sad, resigned, or angry, affecting how you feel about yourself and others? I work with people from all walks of life, who want change and growth, but feel unsure where to start.
I have experience helping adults with addiction, trauma, identity, and relationship issues.
Kia ora, my name is Anna (she/her). Are life’s challenges leaving you feeling anxious, sad, resigned, or angry, affecting how you feel about yourself and others? I work with people from all walks of life, who want change and growth, but feel unsure where to start.
I work with people with a range of presenting issues including trauma, abuse, family violence, addiction, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and loss, including losing one’s way in life.
I am a Psychosynthesis trained counsellor, a couples counsellor, and a clinical supervisor. I also support families who have a loved one with addiction issues of any kind.
I am a DAPAANZ accredited supervisor.
I welcome dream work, as I believe this is a useful way to access our unconscious and the issues that are trying to get our attention.
I work with people with a range of presenting issues including trauma, abuse, family violence, addiction, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and loss, including losing one’s way in life.
I am a Psychosynthesis trained counsellor, a couples counsellor, and a clinical supervisor. I also support families who have a loved one with addiction issues of any kind.
I am a DAPAANZ accredited supervisor.
I welcome dream work, as I believe this is a useful way to access our unconscious and the issues that are trying to get our attention.
My mission is to inspire people to embrace life with all its contradictions and equip them with the tools necessary to achieve success and build better relationships. I am passionate about helping people see situations as opportunities to grow and evolve, in order to experience all the good things life has to offer. I work alongside individuals to bring focus and clarification in identifying what steps to take in the process of transformation. My role is to support people to solve lifelong issues, achieve their goals, continue to develop their vision, increase life satisfaction, and gain success & happiness.
My mission is to inspire people to embrace life with all its contradictions and equip them with the tools necessary to achieve success and build better relationships. I am passionate about helping people see situations as opportunities to grow and evolve, in order to experience all the good things life has to offer. I work alongside individuals to bring focus and clarification in identifying what steps to take in the process of transformation. My role is to support people to solve lifelong issues, achieve their goals, continue to develop their vision, increase life satisfaction, and gain success & happiness.
I have trained and worked in a therapeutic community that specializes in drug and alcohol addiction for the past 5 years.
Psychotherapy is a deeply personal journey. This journey is unique to each individual, where the journey may begin with seeking purpose in the person’s life or seeking to make meaning of life and its mysteries. It may involve seeking relief from emotional pain and suffering or unbearable feelings. It might also consist of confronting shadows from your past or healing from a traumatic past event. I see my work as a psychotherapist as accompanying you on your journey together, where I hope to support you in finding growth, balance, and a sense of harmony and peace. In addition, I offer supervision, and K9-assisted therapy.
I have trained and worked in a therapeutic community that specializes in drug and alcohol addiction for the past 5 years.
Psychotherapy is a deeply personal journey. This journey is unique to each individual, where the journey may begin with seeking purpose in the person’s life or seeking to make meaning of life and its mysteries. It may involve seeking relief from emotional pain and suffering or unbearable feelings. It might also consist of confronting shadows from your past or healing from a traumatic past event. I see my work as a psychotherapist as accompanying you on your journey together, where I hope to support you in finding growth, balance, and a sense of harmony and peace. In addition, I offer supervision, and K9-assisted therapy.
I specialized in addiction, trauma, crisis, self-esteem, motivation, couples and family therapy.
I’m a qualified counsellor and clinical supervisor who is passionate about supporting people through life’s challenges. I work with individuals aged 16 and older who may be experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, or a sense of feeling stuck. My approach is warm, down-to-earth, and non-judgmental, creating a space where you can talk freely about what’s happening for you. I believe each person has the ability to grow and heal, and I see my role as walking alongside you as you find clarity and new ways forward.
I specialized in addiction, trauma, crisis, self-esteem, motivation, couples and family therapy.
I’m a qualified counsellor and clinical supervisor who is passionate about supporting people through life’s challenges. I work with individuals aged 16 and older who may be experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, or a sense of feeling stuck. My approach is warm, down-to-earth, and non-judgmental, creating a space where you can talk freely about what’s happening for you. I believe each person has the ability to grow and heal, and I see my role as walking alongside you as you find clarity and new ways forward.
I often support clients navigating anxiety, identity, emotional repression, or compulsive behaviors like pornography or substance use with a particular interest in trauma and CPTSD.
Are you feeling stuck - repeating old patterns, caught in anxiety or self-doubt, or unsure why certain emotions hit so hard? Maybe you're navigating a big change, or carrying the weight of past experiences. Therapy offers a space to understand yourself more deeply and move forward with clarity. I'm a West Auckland-based counsellor working with teens and adults who want something to shift - internally or in their relationships.
I often support clients navigating anxiety, identity, emotional repression, or compulsive behaviors like pornography or substance use with a particular interest in trauma and CPTSD.
Are you feeling stuck - repeating old patterns, caught in anxiety or self-doubt, or unsure why certain emotions hit so hard? Maybe you're navigating a big change, or carrying the weight of past experiences. Therapy offers a space to understand yourself more deeply and move forward with clarity. I'm a West Auckland-based counsellor working with teens and adults who want something to shift - internally or in their relationships.
As you navigate through the complexities of life, it's not uncommon to feel overwhelmed or disconnected from your goals and desires. My name is Teresa, and as a professional counsellor, I'm here to offer you a supportive, confidential space to explore these challenges. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, struggling with relationship issues, or simply needing guidance as you face major life transitions, my goal is to help you find clarity and peace. Together, we will work towards overcoming these challenges and understanding and growing from them.
What sets me apart is my commitment to truly listening and understanding.
As you navigate through the complexities of life, it's not uncommon to feel overwhelmed or disconnected from your goals and desires. My name is Teresa, and as a professional counsellor, I'm here to offer you a supportive, confidential space to explore these challenges. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, struggling with relationship issues, or simply needing guidance as you face major life transitions, my goal is to help you find clarity and peace. Together, we will work towards overcoming these challenges and understanding and growing from them.
What sets me apart is my commitment to truly listening and understanding.
Hi there, I've worked in mental health, addiction, domestic violence and specialist psychotherapy programmes.
I specialise in addictions, the effects of trauma and anxiety. I see men and women for short term solution focussed counselling and longer term intensive psychotherapy. I'm trained in both behavioural and psychodynamic therapies, including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy or “DBT."
Hi there, I've worked in mental health, addiction, domestic violence and specialist psychotherapy programmes.
I specialise in addictions, the effects of trauma and anxiety. I see men and women for short term solution focussed counselling and longer term intensive psychotherapy. I'm trained in both behavioural and psychodynamic therapies, including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy or “DBT."
Often with challenges related to alcohol and drugs but that has also included other challenges that people have been experiencing.
I like to offer a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space so that my clients can identify what is and isn’t working well in their lives and support them in changing the things that aren’t. Throughout our lives, we all face experiences that challenge our well-being. These ups and downs are routine and shouldn’t make us feel ashamed or something we should handle alone. You will be in the driver's seat in all our work, and we will collaborate to find what works best for you.
Often with challenges related to alcohol and drugs but that has also included other challenges that people have been experiencing.
I like to offer a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space so that my clients can identify what is and isn’t working well in their lives and support them in changing the things that aren’t. Throughout our lives, we all face experiences that challenge our well-being. These ups and downs are routine and shouldn’t make us feel ashamed or something we should handle alone. You will be in the driver's seat in all our work, and we will collaborate to find what works best for you.
Clients offer an array of personal difficulties, seeking insight to issues that are consuming their normally functional life. I have treated clients on a wide spectrum of issues, ranging from mental, physical, emotional, cultural and spiritual ailments. As we uncover a client's personal narrative, their initial needs may change, yet the result remains the same, to find a sense of security and hope in their personal life.
Clients offer an array of personal difficulties, seeking insight to issues that are consuming their normally functional life. I have treated clients on a wide spectrum of issues, ranging from mental, physical, emotional, cultural and spiritual ailments. As we uncover a client's personal narrative, their initial needs may change, yet the result remains the same, to find a sense of security and hope in their personal life.
Hi, I’m Tam – an online counselor specializing in anxiety, panic attacks, adult ADHD, and addictions.
I offer therapy for both individuals and couples, with sessions available in English or Russian. Русскоговорящий психолог. English-speaking therapist.
Hi, I’m Tam – an online counselor specializing in anxiety, panic attacks, adult ADHD, and addictions.
I offer therapy for both individuals and couples, with sessions available in English or Russian. Русскоговорящий психолог. English-speaking therapist.
My Special Clients are Clients seeking Help for Anxiety/Depression, Stress, Work & Relationship Difficulties, Alcohol, Gambling, Grief/Bereavement & Other Issues.
I am a Registered Psychologist (New Zealand) with over 30 years experience in working with a variety of clients from many different Nationalities and Ethnicities using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Data-Driven approaches that provide results for individuals.
My Special Clients are Clients seeking Help for Anxiety/Depression, Stress, Work & Relationship Difficulties, Alcohol, Gambling, Grief/Bereavement & Other Issues.
I am a Registered Psychologist (New Zealand) with over 30 years experience in working with a variety of clients from many different Nationalities and Ethnicities using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Data-Driven approaches that provide results for individuals.
I believe that addiction is a primary disease and that a person's other issues will stem from this fundamental problem.
I have worked in the addictions treatment sector since 2009. This included inpatient counselling as an addictions therapist in the US, Australia and NZ as well as outpatient counselling for CADS. For the past six years I have had my own practice in Auckland City, specialising in treating people with sex and love addiction (also by video conferencing).
I believe that addiction is a primary disease and that a person's other issues will stem from this fundamental problem.
I have worked in the addictions treatment sector since 2009. This included inpatient counselling as an addictions therapist in the US, Australia and NZ as well as outpatient counselling for CADS. For the past six years I have had my own practice in Auckland City, specialising in treating people with sex and love addiction (also by video conferencing).
I support individuals and couples with depression, trauma, PTSD, GAD, addiction, anger, bereavement, OCD, relationship issues, gambling and porn addiction, stress, family conflict, and marital concerns.
Do you find your thoughts overwhelming you? Are these thoughts constantly on your mind keeping you from living your life? Through life's obstacles and challenges, there is a story. You deserved to be heard for yourself or your relationship with your loved ones. Each journey with a client is unique. I am here to listen if you are experiencing anxiety, stress, anger or depression. When past traumas or present issues create road bumps in your life, I can work collaboratively to help you make sense of it all.
I support individuals and couples with depression, trauma, PTSD, GAD, addiction, anger, bereavement, OCD, relationship issues, gambling and porn addiction, stress, family conflict, and marital concerns.
Do you find your thoughts overwhelming you? Are these thoughts constantly on your mind keeping you from living your life? Through life's obstacles and challenges, there is a story. You deserved to be heard for yourself or your relationship with your loved ones. Each journey with a client is unique. I am here to listen if you are experiencing anxiety, stress, anger or depression. When past traumas or present issues create road bumps in your life, I can work collaboratively to help you make sense of it all.
Are you suffering from anxiety related to personal or professional challenges? As a certified Life Coach, I'm here to help you create clarity around issues you may have, to help you regain emotional control, allowing you to considerably strengthen your position as a solution maker. Life Coaching starts with a conversation, confidential and non-judgemental to provoke insightful solutions.
Are you suffering from anxiety related to personal or professional challenges? As a certified Life Coach, I'm here to help you create clarity around issues you may have, to help you regain emotional control, allowing you to considerably strengthen your position as a solution maker. Life Coaching starts with a conversation, confidential and non-judgemental to provoke insightful solutions.
I am passionate about helping people through their change and growth process. With over 10 years experience as a counsellor, I am able to offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to explore any challenges you face. I provide both short and long-term therapy with an approach that is warm and respectful; that gives you the space to explore thoughts and feelings to gain greater clarity and insight; that works alongside you to find new ways of coping; and supports you to identify goals, strengths and values. Together we can work to find solutions so you can live a rich and meaningful life.
I am passionate about helping people through their change and growth process. With over 10 years experience as a counsellor, I am able to offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to explore any challenges you face. I provide both short and long-term therapy with an approach that is warm and respectful; that gives you the space to explore thoughts and feelings to gain greater clarity and insight; that works alongside you to find new ways of coping; and supports you to identify goals, strengths and values. Together we can work to find solutions so you can live a rich and meaningful life.
Addiction Counsellors
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.