Career Guidance Therapists in Auckland

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Christina Baird
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Auckland 1041
On your best days, you want to and believe you can change the world, that is why you went into a helping profession. You are dedicated to your work caring for others. But it is hard work, and sometimes you struggle. Recently it feels like it has been more struggle than changing the world. You are beginning to wonder about burnout - does that explain your exhaustion? The stresses and strains of the global pandemic have taken their toll. Your work demands are overwhelming and you carry cares and worries for your clients home with you, and carry cares and worries about your family to work with you. You wonder about your career.
On your best days, you want to and believe you can change the world, that is why you went into a helping profession. You are dedicated to your work caring for others. But it is hard work, and sometimes you struggle. Recently it feels like it has been more struggle than changing the world. You are beginning to wonder about burnout - does that explain your exhaustion? The stresses and strains of the global pandemic have taken their toll. Your work demands are overwhelming and you carry cares and worries for your clients home with you, and carry cares and worries about your family to work with you. You wonder about your career.
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Photo of Debby Lynne Prideaux - Impact Coaching , MA, Psychologist
Impact Coaching
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Auckland 0604
I am a Mental Fitness Coach and Registered Psychologist with over 16 years consulting experience spanning leadership development, talent management, team building, psychometric assessments, facilitation, executive coaching, career and transition coaching, outplacement, Aviation Psychology and Mental Fitness coaching. My clients are people who recognise their need to change their behaviours to become more effective, fulfilled. happy and connected to what they do.
I am a Mental Fitness Coach and Registered Psychologist with over 16 years consulting experience spanning leadership development, talent management, team building, psychometric assessments, facilitation, executive coaching, career and transition coaching, outplacement, Aviation Psychology and Mental Fitness coaching. My clients are people who recognise their need to change their behaviours to become more effective, fulfilled. happy and connected to what they do.
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Alister Gates
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
Auckland 2018
Whether you're facing relationship issues, career changes, or personal challenges like anxiety and self-esteem, I provide a supportive environment for healing and growth.
You might be in your 30s to 50s, feeling stuck in your relationships or personal growth. Perhaps you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem, and often find yourself people-pleasing. You could be at a career crossroad or seeking executive coaching to enhance your leadership skills. At my practice, I offer a respectful and understanding environment, utilising Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy to help you navigate your complexities. My goal is to aid you in developing self-awareness, improving communication, and fostering deeper connections, striving for a balanced and fulfilling life.
Whether you're facing relationship issues, career changes, or personal challenges like anxiety and self-esteem, I provide a supportive environment for healing and growth.
You might be in your 30s to 50s, feeling stuck in your relationships or personal growth. Perhaps you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem, and often find yourself people-pleasing. You could be at a career crossroad or seeking executive coaching to enhance your leadership skills. At my practice, I offer a respectful and understanding environment, utilising Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy to help you navigate your complexities. My goal is to aid you in developing self-awareness, improving communication, and fostering deeper connections, striving for a balanced and fulfilling life.
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Sue Parr
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
Auckland 1050
I have had an extensive management career and have a Masters in Organisational Psychology.
Working with me you can look forward to a counsellor who listens to you and works with you to move forward with your thoughts, feelings and life issues. I am a warm, empathetic and open-minded counsellor offering you a safe space to explore your concerns. We discuss the type of counselling that suits you best. We work together to explore your concerns and design strategies that will help you in areas that include: anxiety, self-esteem, grief and loss, emotional regulation, shame, identity, social and work stressors, as well as school, relationship, friendship, and family issues.
I have had an extensive management career and have a Masters in Organisational Psychology.
Working with me you can look forward to a counsellor who listens to you and works with you to move forward with your thoughts, feelings and life issues. I am a warm, empathetic and open-minded counsellor offering you a safe space to explore your concerns. We discuss the type of counselling that suits you best. We work together to explore your concerns and design strategies that will help you in areas that include: anxiety, self-esteem, grief and loss, emotional regulation, shame, identity, social and work stressors, as well as school, relationship, friendship, and family issues.
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RecoverLife International
Psychotherapist, PhD
Not Verified Not Verified
Auckland 1071
How lovely to find me, I’m Specialist Therapist Joy, and I’ve been in the industry for a decade now. I invest a lot into research, and into integrative healthcare, and am Harvard Medical School Educated. Distress doesn’t discriminate, and mental health exists for everyone. I’ve been a client and clinician in both public and private health, and both have virtues and vices, however I thrive in the diversity of being Internationally Licensed. I invest excellence back into my clients, and am highly empathic. Fascinated by how and why, and if you’re feeling scared to reach out-I felt scared when I needed help too. Quality care provided!
How lovely to find me, I’m Specialist Therapist Joy, and I’ve been in the industry for a decade now. I invest a lot into research, and into integrative healthcare, and am Harvard Medical School Educated. Distress doesn’t discriminate, and mental health exists for everyone. I’ve been a client and clinician in both public and private health, and both have virtues and vices, however I thrive in the diversity of being Internationally Licensed. I invest excellence back into my clients, and am highly empathic. Fascinated by how and why, and if you’re feeling scared to reach out-I felt scared when I needed help too. Quality care provided!
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Monica Barnett-Harris
Counsellor, MSc, MNZAC
Verified Verified
Auckland 0630
I do one on one, couples and family/ group counselling and supervision. I work with clients from 11+ yrs to adults. Sessions are face to face or online. I do general counselling as well as my special interest areas being Autism/ ASD, ADHD/ ADD, teenagers, couples, post separation or divorce work, grief & loss, Assisted Dying and work-life balance (EAP referrals). I have over 20years experience in counselling and supervision.
I do one on one, couples and family/ group counselling and supervision. I work with clients from 11+ yrs to adults. Sessions are face to face or online. I do general counselling as well as my special interest areas being Autism/ ASD, ADHD/ ADD, teenagers, couples, post separation or divorce work, grief & loss, Assisted Dying and work-life balance (EAP referrals). I have over 20years experience in counselling and supervision.
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Sunitha Ramnarayan
Counsellor, NZCCA
Verified Verified
Auckland 0632
It’s my privilege to come alongside and help restore wellbeing. My clients include teenagers, young adults, couples, families and older adults seeking healing and restoration. I am interested in how our bodies, minds, souls and spirit all give wisdoms and healing. I use both body focused “bottom up” and cognitive methods “top down “ modalities of therapy to integrate a fully inclusive healing journey. My ethos is founded on a Strength based Person Centred counselling. My method of engagement in therapeutic relationships is deeply respectful of your own wisdoms and strengths, offering a collaboration where we learn from each other.
It’s my privilege to come alongside and help restore wellbeing. My clients include teenagers, young adults, couples, families and older adults seeking healing and restoration. I am interested in how our bodies, minds, souls and spirit all give wisdoms and healing. I use both body focused “bottom up” and cognitive methods “top down “ modalities of therapy to integrate a fully inclusive healing journey. My ethos is founded on a Strength based Person Centred counselling. My method of engagement in therapeutic relationships is deeply respectful of your own wisdoms and strengths, offering a collaboration where we learn from each other.
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Trish Mancer
Counsellor, MNZAC
Verified Verified
Auckland 0630
Empowering people to become courageous in a quest to change their life story is my passion. I offer a range of services to facilitate this including counselling, life coaching, mentoring and parent coaching. I work with individuals, couples and families struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, conflict, self-harm, relationship issues and mid-life crises. I also have a particular passion for working in the area of maternal mental health. I am currently offering the majority of my work face to face in Whangaparaoa and Browns Bay. Online is available.
Empowering people to become courageous in a quest to change their life story is my passion. I offer a range of services to facilitate this including counselling, life coaching, mentoring and parent coaching. I work with individuals, couples and families struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, conflict, self-harm, relationship issues and mid-life crises. I also have a particular passion for working in the area of maternal mental health. I am currently offering the majority of my work face to face in Whangaparaoa and Browns Bay. Online is available.
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Kirsty Agar-Jacomb
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Auckland 0632
Everyone is faced with challenges throughout life and most of us experience some level of worry and stress at times. Therapy might be needed when emotional difficulties end up feeling overwhelming, last for a long time, interfere with your ability to function day to day, or if your actions are harmful to yourself or others. I fundamentally believe that troubling experiences and behaviours are inseparable from our social, environmental, socioeconomic and cultural contexts, and are understandable responses to our current circumstances, history, belief systems, culture, and bodily capacities.
Everyone is faced with challenges throughout life and most of us experience some level of worry and stress at times. Therapy might be needed when emotional difficulties end up feeling overwhelming, last for a long time, interfere with your ability to function day to day, or if your actions are harmful to yourself or others. I fundamentally believe that troubling experiences and behaviours are inseparable from our social, environmental, socioeconomic and cultural contexts, and are understandable responses to our current circumstances, history, belief systems, culture, and bodily capacities.
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Molly Vailaau
Counsellor, MNZCCA
Verified Verified
Auckland 0612  (Online Only)
Talofa lava and a warm Pasifika greetings. Do you feel uncertain and lost? Do you worry about the past and anxious about the future? Have you ever felt overwhelmed, unfocused and discouraged? Are there unhealthy patterns that you just can't seem to break in your life or your family? You are not alone if you answered yes to any of the above questions. I am trained to offer you a caring, confidential, culturally-appropriate and supportive space. My approach to therapy is person-centred, solution focused, collaborative, and aims to meet the unique needs of each individual. Include in our discussion is, ‘How can I best work with you?
Talofa lava and a warm Pasifika greetings. Do you feel uncertain and lost? Do you worry about the past and anxious about the future? Have you ever felt overwhelmed, unfocused and discouraged? Are there unhealthy patterns that you just can't seem to break in your life or your family? You are not alone if you answered yes to any of the above questions. I am trained to offer you a caring, confidential, culturally-appropriate and supportive space. My approach to therapy is person-centred, solution focused, collaborative, and aims to meet the unique needs of each individual. Include in our discussion is, ‘How can I best work with you?
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Karen Hielkema
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
Auckland 0632  (Online Only)
I have experience in short and long-term therapy working with adults and adolescents who may be experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, long term health conditions, along with post- and pre- natal distress and relationship and parenting concerns. I offer professional supervision and have experience in both private and public health settings working with individuals and groups, along with offering EAP services to various organisations
I have experience in short and long-term therapy working with adults and adolescents who may be experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, long term health conditions, along with post- and pre- natal distress and relationship and parenting concerns. I offer professional supervision and have experience in both private and public health settings working with individuals and groups, along with offering EAP services to various organisations
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Philip Yazbek
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Auckland 1071
I am a registered Psychologist, currently practising in predominantly Central East Auckland, I am a relational therapist and integrate Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) as my main modality in therapy because it is so versatile, is trauma-informed and very resource-based. I interweave it with other modalities such as Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical behavioural Therapy and others.
I am a registered Psychologist, currently practising in predominantly Central East Auckland, I am a relational therapist and integrate Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) as my main modality in therapy because it is so versatile, is trauma-informed and very resource-based. I interweave it with other modalities such as Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical behavioural Therapy and others.
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Alison Redwood
Counsellor, MNZCCA
Verified Verified
Auckland 0630
I work with individuals and couples who are dealing with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship problems and managing strong emotions. I listen first - providing a safe non judgemental space. Working with a range of evidence-based modalities such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) for correcting negative thinking patterns, EFT Couples therapy to deepen connection, intimacy, and Solution Focussed therapy to offer practical and brief support to improve resilience and coping. As a Christian I often have clients specifically seeking support that weaves their faith into their healing journey.
I work with individuals and couples who are dealing with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship problems and managing strong emotions. I listen first - providing a safe non judgemental space. Working with a range of evidence-based modalities such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) for correcting negative thinking patterns, EFT Couples therapy to deepen connection, intimacy, and Solution Focussed therapy to offer practical and brief support to improve resilience and coping. As a Christian I often have clients specifically seeking support that weaves their faith into their healing journey.
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Simon Calder
Counsellor, MNZCCA
Verified Verified
Auckland 2019
Waitlist for new clients
Kia ora, I am a lecturer at MIT where I teach and supervise up and coming counsellors in the bachelor of counseling program. I am an inquisitive and creative individual who enjoys working with people to unpack problem stories and find new ways to create a more preferred story. I work in Geek and Narrative Therapy, exploring stories of the individual and of the fandom world. I work mainly with adolescents but I am not limited to that. Outside of my practice I enjoy playing video games, writing, drawing, and going on hikes.
Kia ora, I am a lecturer at MIT where I teach and supervise up and coming counsellors in the bachelor of counseling program. I am an inquisitive and creative individual who enjoys working with people to unpack problem stories and find new ways to create a more preferred story. I work in Geek and Narrative Therapy, exploring stories of the individual and of the fandom world. I work mainly with adolescents but I am not limited to that. Outside of my practice I enjoy playing video games, writing, drawing, and going on hikes.
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Dishika Hira - The Reflective Practice
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
Auckland 0600
Born and raised in Auckland, Dishika completed her tertiary education through The University of Auckland and Massey University. Since completing her training, Dishika has worked for NGO's as well as the public sector. Drawing on various treatment approaches, Dishika walks alongside her clients, helping them to achieve their goals. Her experience includes treating clinical presentations such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, as well as alcohol and drug addiction. Dishika believes in tailoring treatment to the needs of an individual. This allows her to integrate various evidence-based approaches into her practice.
Born and raised in Auckland, Dishika completed her tertiary education through The University of Auckland and Massey University. Since completing her training, Dishika has worked for NGO's as well as the public sector. Drawing on various treatment approaches, Dishika walks alongside her clients, helping them to achieve their goals. Her experience includes treating clinical presentations such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, as well as alcohol and drug addiction. Dishika believes in tailoring treatment to the needs of an individual. This allows her to integrate various evidence-based approaches into her practice.
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Fernando Mendes de Barros
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
Auckland 0622
Specialisations: Mental Health, Burnout, Anxiety, Depression, Life Changes, Trauma, Motivation, Sleep, Addiction, Post traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Bullying and Assertiveness, Behaviour Change, Grief and Loss, Chronic Pain, Specific Phobias, Work Related Stress, and Relationship issues.
Specialisations: Mental Health, Burnout, Anxiety, Depression, Life Changes, Trauma, Motivation, Sleep, Addiction, Post traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Bullying and Assertiveness, Behaviour Change, Grief and Loss, Chronic Pain, Specific Phobias, Work Related Stress, and Relationship issues.
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Sam Payne
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Auckland 0632
Kia ora, I am a registered psychologist providing therapy for adults in Albany, on the North Shore of Auckland, and in Parnell, near the city centre. I am also available for sessions online. At times, all of us feel overwhelmed, a lack of direction, or question where our lives are heading. Often it’s helpful to talk to someone outside our circle. Therapy is a space to reflect on our journey so far, build insight into how we got here, develop skills and approaches to cope with life’s challenges, and plan our next steps to move positively into the future and grow.
Kia ora, I am a registered psychologist providing therapy for adults in Albany, on the North Shore of Auckland, and in Parnell, near the city centre. I am also available for sessions online. At times, all of us feel overwhelmed, a lack of direction, or question where our lives are heading. Often it’s helpful to talk to someone outside our circle. Therapy is a space to reflect on our journey so far, build insight into how we got here, develop skills and approaches to cope with life’s challenges, and plan our next steps to move positively into the future and grow.
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Dr. Mojan Fadaei
Counsellor, PhD, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
Auckland 1050  (Online Only)
If you need help for your life transitions, decision making, goal planning, coaching, and basically moving forward in your life, I can help you using a holistic and strength based, positive and uplifting approach. Our past is dead data, so going through them over and over doesn’t help much. It just gives us clues to re-evaluate and move forward with clarity of mind and SMART action plan.
If you need help for your life transitions, decision making, goal planning, coaching, and basically moving forward in your life, I can help you using a holistic and strength based, positive and uplifting approach. Our past is dead data, so going through them over and over doesn’t help much. It just gives us clues to re-evaluate and move forward with clarity of mind and SMART action plan.
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Charmaine Bright @ Bright Wellbeing
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Auckland 0630  (Online Only)
My approach draws on traditional and alternative counselling and coaching modalities. I use these approaches to empower my clients and my practice is strongly grounded in spirituality and energy psychology. Nourishment and healing are facilitated through energy-integration, visualisation, inner-child work and support in recovering a sense of self.
My approach draws on traditional and alternative counselling and coaching modalities. I use these approaches to empower my clients and my practice is strongly grounded in spirituality and energy psychology. Nourishment and healing are facilitated through energy-integration, visualisation, inner-child work and support in recovering a sense of self.
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Cobus du Plessis
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Auckland 2018
Therapy is a specialized conversation, which is both a science and an art. It creates a deep relational connection and a safe space, where we can heal, grow stronger, or just move forward. We do this by discovering who we are, what we want, and how to get there. I am passionate about meeting people, journeying with them, facilitating change, and watching as they become more at ease within themself, with others, their world, and spirituality.
Therapy is a specialized conversation, which is both a science and an art. It creates a deep relational connection and a safe space, where we can heal, grow stronger, or just move forward. We do this by discovering who we are, what we want, and how to get there. I am passionate about meeting people, journeying with them, facilitating change, and watching as they become more at ease within themself, with others, their world, and spirituality.
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Career Guidance Counsellors

How do I know if I need career counselling?

Determining whether a career counsellor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counselling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counsellor.

Who can benefit from career counselling?

Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counselling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counselling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counsellor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counselling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.

How long does career counselling typically last?

The length of career counselling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counselling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counsellor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.

How to prepare for career counselling?

Clients can prepare for career counselling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counsellor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counsellor, particularly if the career counsellor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counselling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.