Anxiety Therapists in Auckland
I offer a warm, accepting and confidential space where you feel listened to. I am experienced in helping a diverse range of people with challenges impacting how they feel and live. These include feeling disconnected or overwhelmed, struggles with identity, low self-worth and self-esteem, questioning purpose in life, repeating behaviours, grief and difficult relationships. Psychotherapy helps us explore why we feel, think and respond the way we do. It expands our self-understanding, helps us to recognise and manage our emotions more effectively, improves how we relate to others, and can help us to accept things we can't change.
I offer a warm, accepting and confidential space where you feel listened to. I am experienced in helping a diverse range of people with challenges impacting how they feel and live. These include feeling disconnected or overwhelmed, struggles with identity, low self-worth and self-esteem, questioning purpose in life, repeating behaviours, grief and difficult relationships. Psychotherapy helps us explore why we feel, think and respond the way we do. It expands our self-understanding, helps us to recognise and manage our emotions more effectively, improves how we relate to others, and can help us to accept things we can't change.
I support people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, navigating complex families, chronic illness, trauma and PTSD, exploring gender/sexuality, and clients who want to unpack long term patterns that may be affecting everyday life, relationships and how they see themselves.
I practice a type of therapy called integrative relational psychotherapy; drawing from relational, humanistic & psychodynamic psychotherapy, attachment theory, trauma theory, and parts work. Psychotherapy is sometimes referred to as depth psychology; it is usually a medium to long term form of therapy. My practice is T/LGBTQ+ and neurodiversity friendly.
I support people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, navigating complex families, chronic illness, trauma and PTSD, exploring gender/sexuality, and clients who want to unpack long term patterns that may be affecting everyday life, relationships and how they see themselves.
I practice a type of therapy called integrative relational psychotherapy; drawing from relational, humanistic & psychodynamic psychotherapy, attachment theory, trauma theory, and parts work. Psychotherapy is sometimes referred to as depth psychology; it is usually a medium to long term form of therapy. My practice is T/LGBTQ+ and neurodiversity friendly.
Kia ora. As a counsellor on the North Shore, I specialize in supporting individuals through stressful times and life's transitions. I'm so glad you've found your way to my profile. By recognizing your need for support, you’ve taken a courageous first step towards healing, personal growth, and positive transformation.
I'll walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and personal growth. My approach is founded on compassion and non-judgment, ensuring a truly safe space where you feel comfortable exploring your thoughts and feelings, and where you'll always feel heard and understood.
Kia ora. As a counsellor on the North Shore, I specialize in supporting individuals through stressful times and life's transitions. I'm so glad you've found your way to my profile. By recognizing your need for support, you’ve taken a courageous first step towards healing, personal growth, and positive transformation.
I'll walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and personal growth. My approach is founded on compassion and non-judgment, ensuring a truly safe space where you feel comfortable exploring your thoughts and feelings, and where you'll always feel heard and understood.
I have experience of helping people work through many kinds of difficulties including; anxiety, depression, relationship issues, feelings of loneliness, low mood and stress. As a counsellor I have a warm, empathic approach and am committed to providing counselling in a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment.
I have experience of helping people work through many kinds of difficulties including; anxiety, depression, relationship issues, feelings of loneliness, low mood and stress. As a counsellor I have a warm, empathic approach and am committed to providing counselling in a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment.
I treat depression and a wide range of anxiety issues including panic disorder, worry and OCD.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years' experience working in a range of adult settings. I offer comprehensive diagnostic assessments including neuroaffirming assessments for autism, and therapy for a wide range of concerns including therapy for challenges experienced by neurodiverse persons from an autistic 'lens'. I have provided supervision and training in specialist areas for clinical psychologists and mental health professionals and have a commitment to clinical expertise. My aim is to provide a safe space and ensure that the process resonates with each person’s needs and preferences.
I treat depression and a wide range of anxiety issues including panic disorder, worry and OCD.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years' experience working in a range of adult settings. I offer comprehensive diagnostic assessments including neuroaffirming assessments for autism, and therapy for a wide range of concerns including therapy for challenges experienced by neurodiverse persons from an autistic 'lens'. I have provided supervision and training in specialist areas for clinical psychologists and mental health professionals and have a commitment to clinical expertise. My aim is to provide a safe space and ensure that the process resonates with each person’s needs and preferences.
Kia ora. Ko Jennifer tōku ingoa. I work to support anyone struggling with emotions, relationships, family dynamics, trauma and intergenerational/cultural issues.
Kia ora. Ko Jennifer tōku ingoa. I work to support anyone struggling with emotions, relationships, family dynamics, trauma and intergenerational/cultural issues.
My clinical background is in Psychodynamic psychotherapy with emphasis on Attachment theory and human development across the life span. Having an in-depth understanding of how our early beginnings impact our view of self, life, and relationships, assists me to support my clients toward developing empathy and compassion for themselves and others. I believe this can be an integral factor in the healing process and in attaining a sense of personal freedom.
My clinical background is in Psychodynamic psychotherapy with emphasis on Attachment theory and human development across the life span. Having an in-depth understanding of how our early beginnings impact our view of self, life, and relationships, assists me to support my clients toward developing empathy and compassion for themselves and others. I believe this can be an integral factor in the healing process and in attaining a sense of personal freedom.
Being flexible in the way that we think and being open to change is essential for developing and strengthening positive psychological wellbeing. Being psychologically fit is the foundation of a vital life. We all have ingrained habits, beliefs, rules, behaviours and ways of thinking about the world. Some of these provide us the tools to navigate our lives in a positive and flexible way and some can be severely restrictive, impacting us all in unique ways, from complex mental health issues to performance related difficulties in our work and relationships.
Being flexible in the way that we think and being open to change is essential for developing and strengthening positive psychological wellbeing. Being psychologically fit is the foundation of a vital life. We all have ingrained habits, beliefs, rules, behaviours and ways of thinking about the world. Some of these provide us the tools to navigate our lives in a positive and flexible way and some can be severely restrictive, impacting us all in unique ways, from complex mental health issues to performance related difficulties in our work and relationships.
In our work together, we will concentrate on helping you create the most authentic, fulfilling, and happy version of your life, whatever that might look like for you. With gentle support and guidance, I will help you navigate your chosen path, whether that involves reducing stress, attaining inner peace, worrying less about others' opinions, gaining self-confidence, fostering enjoyable relationships, or enhancing your work life.
I believe that our past shapes our present, and since we develop and may be hurt in relationships, healing and change also happen through relationships.
In our work together, we will concentrate on helping you create the most authentic, fulfilling, and happy version of your life, whatever that might look like for you. With gentle support and guidance, I will help you navigate your chosen path, whether that involves reducing stress, attaining inner peace, worrying less about others' opinions, gaining self-confidence, fostering enjoyable relationships, or enhancing your work life.
I believe that our past shapes our present, and since we develop and may be hurt in relationships, healing and change also happen through relationships.
You may understand your patterns intellectually yet still feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected in relationships, trapped by self-criticism, or quietly losing hope because the same patterns remain.
My approach is founded on the Neuroscience of Memory Reconsolidation. I'm trained in Coherence Therapy, IFS, and Psychodynamic Therapy. Therapy has changed a lot and we now know what works permanently. I also offer COUPLE therapy & Exec coaching. Distress in one area of life can cross over to other life domains. I help find your best entry point for change.
You may understand your patterns intellectually yet still feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected in relationships, trapped by self-criticism, or quietly losing hope because the same patterns remain.
My approach is founded on the Neuroscience of Memory Reconsolidation. I'm trained in Coherence Therapy, IFS, and Psychodynamic Therapy. Therapy has changed a lot and we now know what works permanently. I also offer COUPLE therapy & Exec coaching. Distress in one area of life can cross over to other life domains. I help find your best entry point for change.
I work with children and adolescents (ages 5–18) experiencing anxiety, low mood, trauma, grief, difficulties with self‑esteem or identity, social challenges, or behavioural struggles at home or at school.
I provide child and adolescent psychotherapy. Through play, talk, and creative activities tailored to each child, I help them explore feelings, experiences, and relationships, noticing how these shape thoughts, emotions, and connections with others. I have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent children and their families.
I work with children and adolescents (ages 5–18) experiencing anxiety, low mood, trauma, grief, difficulties with self‑esteem or identity, social challenges, or behavioural struggles at home or at school.
I provide child and adolescent psychotherapy. Through play, talk, and creative activities tailored to each child, I help them explore feelings, experiences, and relationships, noticing how these shape thoughts, emotions, and connections with others. I have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent children and their families.
It is my goal that individuals leave the counselling experience feeling more empowered and hopeful in facing a personal or relationship issue that once felt insurmountable. I am passionate about offering you techniques for overcoming hardship and uncertainty. With the right strategies and insights, you can learn to master your internal experience, enhance overall pleasure, and build a healthier relationship with yourself and your loved ones.
It is my goal that individuals leave the counselling experience feeling more empowered and hopeful in facing a personal or relationship issue that once felt insurmountable. I am passionate about offering you techniques for overcoming hardship and uncertainty. With the right strategies and insights, you can learn to master your internal experience, enhance overall pleasure, and build a healthier relationship with yourself and your loved ones.
We all go through life events. At times more intense and at times quite bearable. If you are struggling with mental health, medical, relational or life difficulties, would like to feel more in control, feel stuck or need some objective help, guidance or coping skills, make contact and get the process started.
We all go through life events. At times more intense and at times quite bearable. If you are struggling with mental health, medical, relational or life difficulties, would like to feel more in control, feel stuck or need some objective help, guidance or coping skills, make contact and get the process started.
Kia ora koutou and Hola! My name is Marco (he/him). I am a trained psychologist who moved to Aotearoa in 2016. Since then, I have worked in various roles within the mental health sector and obtained my registration as a Counsellor. Over the past nine years, I have supported a wide variety of people from all walks of life, including many years in adult mental health, as well as working with families, children, and youth to help them achieve better mental well-being. Currently, I am in private practice, offering counselling sessions in English or Spanish to address a range of psychological and personal issues.
Kia ora koutou and Hola! My name is Marco (he/him). I am a trained psychologist who moved to Aotearoa in 2016. Since then, I have worked in various roles within the mental health sector and obtained my registration as a Counsellor. Over the past nine years, I have supported a wide variety of people from all walks of life, including many years in adult mental health, as well as working with families, children, and youth to help them achieve better mental well-being. Currently, I am in private practice, offering counselling sessions in English or Spanish to address a range of psychological and personal issues.
I can support you with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, stress, family & friendship issues and emotional distress.
Sometimes we all need space to reflect on what’s going on or to talk with someone outside our immediate circle. Therapy is a confidential space that can help you to develop the insight and skill you need to work through difficult or challenging experiences and find ways to live a life with greater resilience and purpose. My approach is empathetic, warm and non-judgemental. I work flexibly and collaboratively with my clients and believe in tailoring therapy to meet their individual needs.
I can support you with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, stress, family & friendship issues and emotional distress.
Sometimes we all need space to reflect on what’s going on or to talk with someone outside our immediate circle. Therapy is a confidential space that can help you to develop the insight and skill you need to work through difficult or challenging experiences and find ways to live a life with greater resilience and purpose. My approach is empathetic, warm and non-judgemental. I work flexibly and collaboratively with my clients and believe in tailoring therapy to meet their individual needs.
Maarten completed his MA Counseling through Monash University in Melbourne Australia and is a registered counsellor with the ACA. He has been associated with lifelines both in New Zealand and Japan, as well as distance counseling via online services. With over 25 years experience in education and counseling, he offers a supportive perspective that will help bring clarity in times of difficulty. Maarten’s theoretical orientation is firmly client centered, with cognitive behavioral therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness as major influencers.
Maarten completed his MA Counseling through Monash University in Melbourne Australia and is a registered counsellor with the ACA. He has been associated with lifelines both in New Zealand and Japan, as well as distance counseling via online services. With over 25 years experience in education and counseling, he offers a supportive perspective that will help bring clarity in times of difficulty. Maarten’s theoretical orientation is firmly client centered, with cognitive behavioral therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness as major influencers.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or under pressure — whether from life, relationships, work, study, or performance demands.
I offer evidence-based therapy and mental skills coaching for anxiety, OCD, trauma, and neurodiversity, as well as performance support for athletes. My approach is warm, practical, and tailored. Together we build tools for emotional regulation, confidence, and resilience so you feel more grounded, capable, and in control.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or under pressure — whether from life, relationships, work, study, or performance demands.
I offer evidence-based therapy and mental skills coaching for anxiety, OCD, trauma, and neurodiversity, as well as performance support for athletes. My approach is warm, practical, and tailored. Together we build tools for emotional regulation, confidence, and resilience so you feel more grounded, capable, and in control.
Anxiety can manifest as nervousness, racing heart, dread, worrying, low sex drive, sleep struggles, panic attacks, or stress.
I listen empathetically and help you talk through what you’re experiencing without feeling judged or ashamed. My commitment is that you feel safe and supported. Together we can discover aspects of yourself that might be hidden from view and address the underlying root causes of your difficulties - so that you can experience lasting change.
Anxiety can manifest as nervousness, racing heart, dread, worrying, low sex drive, sleep struggles, panic attacks, or stress.
I listen empathetically and help you talk through what you’re experiencing without feeling judged or ashamed. My commitment is that you feel safe and supported. Together we can discover aspects of yourself that might be hidden from view and address the underlying root causes of your difficulties - so that you can experience lasting change.
I work especially with women, youth and whānau navigating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, disordered eating, addiction, and life transitions.
Welcome to MindfulWell where your wellbeing journey and healing begin, your wellbeing partner. We believe everyone deserves access to compassionate, evidence-informed care that honours the whole person.
We provide Counselling, Health coaching, Respite retreats and Community programs, we blend evidence-based therapies with holistic, whole-person approaches that honour the Whole person.
I’m Amy Reis Williams founder of mindfulwell and a trauma-informed counsellor, addictions practitioner and health coach based in Auckland
I work especially with women, youth and whānau navigating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, disordered eating, addiction, and life transitions.
Welcome to MindfulWell where your wellbeing journey and healing begin, your wellbeing partner. We believe everyone deserves access to compassionate, evidence-informed care that honours the whole person.
We provide Counselling, Health coaching, Respite retreats and Community programs, we blend evidence-based therapies with holistic, whole-person approaches that honour the Whole person.
I’m Amy Reis Williams founder of mindfulwell and a trauma-informed counsellor, addictions practitioner and health coach based in Auckland
As a Clinical Psychologist I value working with clients from an evidence-based approach to assessment and therapy. I have developed my knowledge and experiences across a range of clinical, research, and teaching work both in public and private settings. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, in doing clinical and neuropsychological assessments, as well as delivering a wide range of modalities). I have also authored an ACT-based group program for sportspeople. I enjoy working with people to support them in making effective change in the direction they want their life to lead.
As a Clinical Psychologist I value working with clients from an evidence-based approach to assessment and therapy. I have developed my knowledge and experiences across a range of clinical, research, and teaching work both in public and private settings. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, in doing clinical and neuropsychological assessments, as well as delivering a wide range of modalities). I have also authored an ACT-based group program for sportspeople. I enjoy working with people to support them in making effective change in the direction they want their life to lead.
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When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.