Therapists in Auckland

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Kirsty Collins
Counsellor
Auckland 1021
Are you finding life challenging? Do things feel overwhelming and stressful? Are you looking for how to feel happier and calmer and more able to deal with difficulties? Do you want to talk to someone who is warm, kind and understanding? I have been providing counselling for over 12 years with a range of adults.
Are you finding life challenging? Do things feel overwhelming and stressful? Are you looking for how to feel happier and calmer and more able to deal with difficulties? Do you want to talk to someone who is warm, kind and understanding? I have been providing counselling for over 12 years with a range of adults.
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Komal Riaz
Counsellor, MSc, NZAC - Provisional
Auckland 1023
With a master’s degree in Psychology and several years of experience delivering mental health support across diverse clinical settings, my work includes supporting individuals and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment challenges, and significant life stressors. I have experience in providing both individual and group-based therapy. I am also an ACC Sensitive Claims therapist.
With a master’s degree in Psychology and several years of experience delivering mental health support across diverse clinical settings, my work includes supporting individuals and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment challenges, and significant life stressors. I have experience in providing both individual and group-based therapy. I am also an ACC Sensitive Claims therapist.
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Alastair Duhs
Counsellor, MSc, MNZAC
Auckland 0630
Are you and your partner feeling stuck in a pattern of conflict, poor communication or disconnection? Perhaps you struggle with frequent arguments, lack of intimacy or rebuilding trust after a betrayal? Do you need practical, effective tools to resolve conflicts, improve communication and deepen your connection? If so, I can help. Together, we can work to create a calmer, happier, and more loving relationship where both of you feel understood, valued, and supported. Your relationship is worth the effort, and change is possible. Let’s take the first step together.
Are you and your partner feeling stuck in a pattern of conflict, poor communication or disconnection? Perhaps you struggle with frequent arguments, lack of intimacy or rebuilding trust after a betrayal? Do you need practical, effective tools to resolve conflicts, improve communication and deepen your connection? If so, I can help. Together, we can work to create a calmer, happier, and more loving relationship where both of you feel understood, valued, and supported. Your relationship is worth the effort, and change is possible. Let’s take the first step together.
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Vikki Isabella Baird
Psychologist, MPsych
Auckland 1041
I provide therapeutic support for navigating the emotional waves and challenges of daily life. I believe it is within these daily struggles and challenges of life that our most valuable opportunities for building deeper meaning, fulfillment and resilience can emerge. Taking a strengths-based, humanistic approach to psychological health, I am committed to facilitating a safe and deeply accepting space for you to discover you own unique gifts, resources and wholeness, which you can then integrate consciously into your life, creating more choice, emotional freedom, and flexibility, as you move forward on your chosen path.
I provide therapeutic support for navigating the emotional waves and challenges of daily life. I believe it is within these daily struggles and challenges of life that our most valuable opportunities for building deeper meaning, fulfillment and resilience can emerge. Taking a strengths-based, humanistic approach to psychological health, I am committed to facilitating a safe and deeply accepting space for you to discover you own unique gifts, resources and wholeness, which you can then integrate consciously into your life, creating more choice, emotional freedom, and flexibility, as you move forward on your chosen path.
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Julia Prouse
Psychotherapist, PBANZ
Online Only
“I can’t say no without feeling guilty.” “I’m tired of never feeling good enough.” “I don’t know how to express my feelings and needs without apologising or feeling ashamed.” If this sounds like you, you are not alone. At HER therapy, I help millennial women break free from people-pleasing and start putting themselves first. Together, we will focus on uncovering your true feelings and needs, quieting the inner critic, and building the confidence to go after what you want. Imagine feeling less anxious and self-critical, and instead more secure, empowered, and unapologetically yourself. You can be that woman!
“I can’t say no without feeling guilty.” “I’m tired of never feeling good enough.” “I don’t know how to express my feelings and needs without apologising or feeling ashamed.” If this sounds like you, you are not alone. At HER therapy, I help millennial women break free from people-pleasing and start putting themselves first. Together, we will focus on uncovering your true feelings and needs, quieting the inner critic, and building the confidence to go after what you want. Imagine feeling less anxious and self-critical, and instead more secure, empowered, and unapologetically yourself. You can be that woman!
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No Waitlist - Saturday Morning Sessions Available now! At Action Potential Psychology, we offer a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and experiences openly. Using evidence-based Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) we will help you break free from negative patterns and build healthier habits. Our goal is to equip you with tools that actually work and support meaningful change that lasts. With a high success rate and a compassionate, client-centred approach, we're here to help you move forward with confidence.
No Waitlist - Saturday Morning Sessions Available now! At Action Potential Psychology, we offer a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and experiences openly. Using evidence-based Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) we will help you break free from negative patterns and build healthier habits. Our goal is to equip you with tools that actually work and support meaningful change that lasts. With a high success rate and a compassionate, client-centred approach, we're here to help you move forward with confidence.
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Fune Hui
Psychotherapist, MAPANZ
1 Endorsed
Auckland 1024
I am a registered psychotherapist who works with adults and adolescents in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship struggles, self-esteem and belonging, spirituality, difficulties caused by cultural differences, personal growth, and the realisation of dreams. I aim to help you understand various ways that may influence your relationship with yourself and others. Over time, by exploring the past with an attitude of kind curiosity and raising your awareness and understanding of yourself, the aim is to free you to be more yourself.
I am a registered psychotherapist who works with adults and adolescents in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship struggles, self-esteem and belonging, spirituality, difficulties caused by cultural differences, personal growth, and the realisation of dreams. I aim to help you understand various ways that may influence your relationship with yourself and others. Over time, by exploring the past with an attitude of kind curiosity and raising your awareness and understanding of yourself, the aim is to free you to be more yourself.
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Kirsten Kaikoura Jongsma
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Auckland 1060
I am passionate about supporting you in the nuanced difficulties you may be facing in your life. At times it can feel difficult to know how to ask for help, and to tune into what might actually feel helpful for you individually. I endeavour to work with my clients in ways which feel meaningful for them, working to understand what it is that they're seeking support for as well as exploring their unique inner desires, wants, and means of fulfilment. I love working with individuals who have a desire to understand themselves deeper and feel more connected to themselves.
I am passionate about supporting you in the nuanced difficulties you may be facing in your life. At times it can feel difficult to know how to ask for help, and to tune into what might actually feel helpful for you individually. I endeavour to work with my clients in ways which feel meaningful for them, working to understand what it is that they're seeking support for as well as exploring their unique inner desires, wants, and means of fulfilment. I love working with individuals who have a desire to understand themselves deeper and feel more connected to themselves.
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Cathy Comber Counselling
Counsellor, MCouns, MNZAC
Auckland 1050
You and your relationships matter—those with intimate partners, family, and close friends. Living with anxiety, trauma, loneliness, or other emotional pain can diminish every part of your life. You deserve a safe, nurturing place to talk, make sense of your feelings, and find support. Counselling can help you heal, gain a deeper understanding of yourself and others, and develop ways to manage your own emotions and unhelpful patterns. If strong emotions are affecting your connections, joint, couples, or family counselling can strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and help you feel closer again. You are welcome in-person or online.
You and your relationships matter—those with intimate partners, family, and close friends. Living with anxiety, trauma, loneliness, or other emotional pain can diminish every part of your life. You deserve a safe, nurturing place to talk, make sense of your feelings, and find support. Counselling can help you heal, gain a deeper understanding of yourself and others, and develop ways to manage your own emotions and unhelpful patterns. If strong emotions are affecting your connections, joint, couples, or family counselling can strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and help you feel closer again. You are welcome in-person or online.
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Daniela Schon
Counsellor, MA, MNZAC
1 Endorsed
Auckland 0612
I am a narrative therapist who feels passionate about supporting people to navigate their way through difficult times. My practice creates collaborative conversations in a safe, trusting and respectful environment. I use a holistic approach to understand the challenges people face in every facet of their lives, to help uncover the strengths and values required to frame a way forward. Together we can explore the tools and resources required to start healing and managing those challenges. I work with children, adults, and couples to address any problem ranging from relationship and family issues, parenting concerns, mental health prob
I am a narrative therapist who feels passionate about supporting people to navigate their way through difficult times. My practice creates collaborative conversations in a safe, trusting and respectful environment. I use a holistic approach to understand the challenges people face in every facet of their lives, to help uncover the strengths and values required to frame a way forward. Together we can explore the tools and resources required to start healing and managing those challenges. I work with children, adults, and couples to address any problem ranging from relationship and family issues, parenting concerns, mental health prob
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Nicki Foster
Counsellor, NZCCA
1 Endorsed
Auckland 0632
Hi there! Are you finding life a struggle right now? Does it feel like anxiety and stress are constant companion’s? Does life have no colour? Do thoughts of self harm, or a sense of unjustness follow you throughout the day? Are you questioning your identity and place in this world? Is grief sitting heavily on you? If any of these questions resonate with you, I would love to work with you, and together unpack those troubling thoughts that steal the joy from life, and support you in building new ways of coping, strengthen your self confidence, boundaries, and resilience, to enable you to live your life to the fullest.
Hi there! Are you finding life a struggle right now? Does it feel like anxiety and stress are constant companion’s? Does life have no colour? Do thoughts of self harm, or a sense of unjustness follow you throughout the day? Are you questioning your identity and place in this world? Is grief sitting heavily on you? If any of these questions resonate with you, I would love to work with you, and together unpack those troubling thoughts that steal the joy from life, and support you in building new ways of coping, strengthen your self confidence, boundaries, and resilience, to enable you to live your life to the fullest.
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Michelle Kanellis
Counsellor, MNZAC
Auckland 1011
Good on you for reaching out, that’s the first step! The Progress of Counselling is a Professional Imitate Relationship, where we can walk through suffering, depression, grief, whanau breakdowns, parenting issues, together. If you are suffering, struggling and wanting help, reach out and together we can work to make positive changes. No Judgement, Everyone Welcome.
Good on you for reaching out, that’s the first step! The Progress of Counselling is a Professional Imitate Relationship, where we can walk through suffering, depression, grief, whanau breakdowns, parenting issues, together. If you are suffering, struggling and wanting help, reach out and together we can work to make positive changes. No Judgement, Everyone Welcome.
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Melanie Prinsloo
Psychologist, MA, MNZCCP
Auckland 0622
Melanie believes in the importance of tailoring the psychological therapy process to suit the client’s needs, including respecting the client’s pace, and to provide the client with an impactful experience to facilitate change and improved mental well-being. Melanie regularly attends seminars, workshops, symposiums, trainings, and courses to expand her knowledge and range of expertise to ensure that clients are offered the most up to date, evidenced-based treatment options. She continues to hone her proficiency in EMDR therapy and Ego-State therapy with a focus on addressing the intricate dynamics of trauma and dissociation.
Melanie believes in the importance of tailoring the psychological therapy process to suit the client’s needs, including respecting the client’s pace, and to provide the client with an impactful experience to facilitate change and improved mental well-being. Melanie regularly attends seminars, workshops, symposiums, trainings, and courses to expand her knowledge and range of expertise to ensure that clients are offered the most up to date, evidenced-based treatment options. She continues to hone her proficiency in EMDR therapy and Ego-State therapy with a focus on addressing the intricate dynamics of trauma and dissociation.
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Dr. Celine Wills
Psychologist, PsychD
1 Endorsed
Auckland 1021
It’s an honour to be able to walk alongside people when they are in a time in their life when things feel particularly hard, they have big questions about who they are, or are trying to find meaning and purpose in their life. I believe that good therapy happens in the context of a trusting relationship and that this is where my strength lies- I am warm, level-headed, empathetic, and non-judgemental, and strive to work collaboratively, flexibly, and creatively with my clients. I want people to walk out of my sessions feeling supported, safe, and more equipped with psychological tools in their kete to deal with their challenges.
It’s an honour to be able to walk alongside people when they are in a time in their life when things feel particularly hard, they have big questions about who they are, or are trying to find meaning and purpose in their life. I believe that good therapy happens in the context of a trusting relationship and that this is where my strength lies- I am warm, level-headed, empathetic, and non-judgemental, and strive to work collaboratively, flexibly, and creatively with my clients. I want people to walk out of my sessions feeling supported, safe, and more equipped with psychological tools in their kete to deal with their challenges.
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Hayden Knibbs
Psychologist, MSc
Auckland 1021
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist and director of Serenity Psychology. I have been practicing for over a decade and have a special interest in ADHD assessment and treatment, couples therapy/ couples counselling anxiety and stress, depression, trauma, bi-polar, sexual challenges, obsessions and compulsions and more. I understand that each individual situation is unique and I treat each case with care and understanding, in order to accurately facilitate compassionate, effective change.
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist and director of Serenity Psychology. I have been practicing for over a decade and have a special interest in ADHD assessment and treatment, couples therapy/ couples counselling anxiety and stress, depression, trauma, bi-polar, sexual challenges, obsessions and compulsions and more. I understand that each individual situation is unique and I treat each case with care and understanding, in order to accurately facilitate compassionate, effective change.
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Julia Deihl
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
1 Endorsed
Auckland 2582
Kia Ora, I am an experienced and qualified counsellor based in Tāmaki Makaurau, with a private practice located in South Auckland. My counselling approach is warm and empathetic, and my experience includes couples & whānau, sexual abuse, trauma, grief, and other mental health challenges. Āhurutanga (a safe and comforting space) is foundational to my practice. I take a pluralistic approach to therapy, which means I integrate a variety of theories, modalities, and techniques to tailor to the unique needs and goals of my whaiora.
Kia Ora, I am an experienced and qualified counsellor based in Tāmaki Makaurau, with a private practice located in South Auckland. My counselling approach is warm and empathetic, and my experience includes couples & whānau, sexual abuse, trauma, grief, and other mental health challenges. Āhurutanga (a safe and comforting space) is foundational to my practice. I take a pluralistic approach to therapy, which means I integrate a variety of theories, modalities, and techniques to tailor to the unique needs and goals of my whaiora.
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Mandy van Harmelen
Psychologist, MA
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I am a clinical psychologist with a particular interest in supporting adults navigating trauma, stress, and life transitions. My style is warm, person centered, and culturally sensitive. I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment issues, stress, low self-esteem, and health-related challenges. Many of my clients want to better understand themselves, build resilience, and move through life’s challenges with more clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
I am a clinical psychologist with a particular interest in supporting adults navigating trauma, stress, and life transitions. My style is warm, person centered, and culturally sensitive. I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment issues, stress, low self-esteem, and health-related challenges. Many of my clients want to better understand themselves, build resilience, and move through life’s challenges with more clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
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Morgan Daw
Counsellor
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Tēnā koe! Ko Morgan Daw tōku ingoa. Hello, my name is Morgan Daw and I have spent much of my life living in Tāmaki Makaurau, My nature is rooted in collaboration and transparency, prioritising you and your needs. Establishing a secure and supportive environment for exploring your challenges is of paramount importance to me. I strive to create a compassionate and non-judgmental space where we can progress at a pace that aligns with your comfort level.
Tēnā koe! Ko Morgan Daw tōku ingoa. Hello, my name is Morgan Daw and I have spent much of my life living in Tāmaki Makaurau, My nature is rooted in collaboration and transparency, prioritising you and your needs. Establishing a secure and supportive environment for exploring your challenges is of paramount importance to me. I strive to create a compassionate and non-judgmental space where we can progress at a pace that aligns with your comfort level.
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Christian Bolland
Psychotherapist, MA, PBANZ
1 Endorsed
Auckland 1021
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 support them to understand and manage their feelings, navigate strong emotions, and build positive relationships with family and peers, working closely with parents and whānau to understand their child’s experiences.
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 support them to understand and manage their feelings, navigate strong emotions, and build positive relationships with family and peers, working closely with parents and whānau to understand their child’s experiences.
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Fernanda Berrios
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Auckland 1052
I am a Chilean Psychologist and Provisional Counsellor in New Zealand registered in NZAC.
I am a Chilean Psychologist and Provisional Counsellor in New Zealand registered in NZAC.
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Auckland

400+

Average cost per session

$160

Counsellors in Auckland who prioritize treating:

88% Anxiety
76% Depression
73% Stress
71% Relationship Issues
71% Self Esteem
65% Trauma and PTSD
55% Grief

Average years in practice

11 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

100% Southern Cross
25% AIA
24% Partners Life

How Counsellors in Auckland see their clients

84% In Person and Online
16% Online Only

Gender breakdown

74% Female
24% Male
2% Non-Binary