Online Counselling for Bay of Plenty
I offer therapy sessions in- person or online.
Kia ora koutou katoa. My name is Sol, I am originally from Argentina, where I earned my degree in Clinical Psychology. I ventured to New Zealand in early 2020 and became a registered Clinical Psychologist with the New Zealand Psychologists Board. Bringing over a decade of experience, my practice is deeply rooted in a trauma-capable approach, acknowledging the profound impact of past experiences on mental health. With a passion for assisting individuals on their mental health journeys, I am eager to collaborate with you as you navigate your path towards well-being. I am providing sessions in English and Spanish.
I offer therapy sessions in- person or online.
Kia ora koutou katoa. My name is Sol, I am originally from Argentina, where I earned my degree in Clinical Psychology. I ventured to New Zealand in early 2020 and became a registered Clinical Psychologist with the New Zealand Psychologists Board. Bringing over a decade of experience, my practice is deeply rooted in a trauma-capable approach, acknowledging the profound impact of past experiences on mental health. With a passion for assisting individuals on their mental health journeys, I am eager to collaborate with you as you navigate your path towards well-being. I am providing sessions in English and Spanish.
I can assist individual clients and couples with problems such as feeling overwhelmed, experiencing grief & loss, current difficulties, chronic and acute stress, work-related stress, mental, physical & sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties including poor communication. I can also assist with issues such as, Trauma, childhood wounds, physical sexual and mental abuse, abandonment, post traumatic stress, lack of self-worth, identity crisis, low self-esteem, withdrawal, attachment issues and fear of change and PTSD. My individual sessions are 60mins. Couples 80min. Contact me to see is I can assist you.
I can assist individual clients and couples with problems such as feeling overwhelmed, experiencing grief & loss, current difficulties, chronic and acute stress, work-related stress, mental, physical & sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties including poor communication. I can also assist with issues such as, Trauma, childhood wounds, physical sexual and mental abuse, abandonment, post traumatic stress, lack of self-worth, identity crisis, low self-esteem, withdrawal, attachment issues and fear of change and PTSD. My individual sessions are 60mins. Couples 80min. Contact me to see is I can assist you.
I offer in person both walking and in clinic and online sessions.
Welcome to the world of Counselling, I provide holistic health care and guidance, having trained in Naturopathy, Counselling, and Gestalt Psychotherpay. With over 25 years’ experience. I welcome people of all cultures, gender and religions. My approach is collaborative, practical and intuitive, drawing on a range of modalities, personalised for your needs. I offer a safe and confidential space, providing support, so you can share what is truly going on for you and unburden yourself, to then find new ways to live your life. For many people Counselling is not a easy choice but taking your first steps, can be a huge relief.
I offer in person both walking and in clinic and online sessions.
Welcome to the world of Counselling, I provide holistic health care and guidance, having trained in Naturopathy, Counselling, and Gestalt Psychotherpay. With over 25 years’ experience. I welcome people of all cultures, gender and religions. My approach is collaborative, practical and intuitive, drawing on a range of modalities, personalised for your needs. I offer a safe and confidential space, providing support, so you can share what is truly going on for you and unburden yourself, to then find new ways to live your life. For many people Counselling is not a easy choice but taking your first steps, can be a huge relief.
Hi there - my background includes working as a Registered Nurse for 6 years, and then as an Independant Midwife for 10 years. I paused to raise and home-educate my 4 children (all adults now, and I'm now enjoying being a Grandma. I then retrained to gain a Batchelor in Counselling 13 years ago and have really enjoyed for the past 13 years working with children through to the elderly. I can see you face to face, or via zoom. I work in a number of different modalities to suit your needs. I work with all ethnicities.
Hi there - my background includes working as a Registered Nurse for 6 years, and then as an Independant Midwife for 10 years. I paused to raise and home-educate my 4 children (all adults now, and I'm now enjoying being a Grandma. I then retrained to gain a Batchelor in Counselling 13 years ago and have really enjoyed for the past 13 years working with children through to the elderly. I can see you face to face, or via zoom. I work in a number of different modalities to suit your needs. I work with all ethnicities.
Making that first contact to talk to someone can often be a daunting and overwhelming experience! I can assure you that once you have taken that step you will feel a sense of relief, vulnerable, but empowered too.
Making that first contact to talk to someone can often be a daunting and overwhelming experience! I can assure you that once you have taken that step you will feel a sense of relief, vulnerable, but empowered too.
My name is Leith Thompson. I'm married with 4 grown children and eleven grand-children. My wife Donna and I live in Tauranga, NZ. I've been involved in the caring for people profession for over thirty years, before that I drove forklifts and worked as a baker. I have contracted to Mental Health and local Schools for many years and I have worked with ages five to eighty five. My wife and I make the most of our leisure time by enjoying good movies, great coffee and travelling. To relax I play table tennis and pool.
My name is Leith Thompson. I'm married with 4 grown children and eleven grand-children. My wife Donna and I live in Tauranga, NZ. I've been involved in the caring for people profession for over thirty years, before that I drove forklifts and worked as a baker. I have contracted to Mental Health and local Schools for many years and I have worked with ages five to eighty five. My wife and I make the most of our leisure time by enjoying good movies, great coffee and travelling. To relax I play table tennis and pool.
You’re here because you want to transform. You want to be happy and live free from fear, uncertainty, stress, anxiety and depression. You don’t want to suffer anymore. You want a new way of living that is energising and fulfilling. You want to let go of what is holding you back and be your most authentic and compassionate self. It takes tremendous courage to let go of the past and imagine a different future for yourself. So, who am I and how can I help?
You’re here because you want to transform. You want to be happy and live free from fear, uncertainty, stress, anxiety and depression. You don’t want to suffer anymore. You want a new way of living that is energising and fulfilling. You want to let go of what is holding you back and be your most authentic and compassionate self. It takes tremendous courage to let go of the past and imagine a different future for yourself. So, who am I and how can I help?
My name is Sandy Laurenson, I am a Clinical Psychologist who offers online appointments to adolescents and adults.
I believe applied psychology can help people live the life they want. I encourage those I work with to have a reflective, kinder, less judgmental perspective of themselves and to overcome psychological or contextual barriers that have weighed them down and prevented them from achieving their goals.
My name is Sandy Laurenson, I am a Clinical Psychologist who offers online appointments to adolescents and adults.
I believe applied psychology can help people live the life they want. I encourage those I work with to have a reflective, kinder, less judgmental perspective of themselves and to overcome psychological or contextual barriers that have weighed them down and prevented them from achieving their goals.
Available for appointments: Mon - Thurs, during school hours (either Mount/ online).
Kia ora and welcome, My name is Michelle and I have been blessed to be Counselling since 2010. I am passionate about people, healing and supporting people to overcome the challenges they face in life.
Available for appointments: Mon - Thurs, during school hours (either Mount/ online).
Kia ora and welcome, My name is Michelle and I have been blessed to be Counselling since 2010. I am passionate about people, healing and supporting people to overcome the challenges they face in life.
My name is Rebecca Thurlow, I am a registered Psychologist with an interest in working with adolescents and adults. I have experience working in the public sector. I support people with a wide range of mental health difficulties including anxiety, low mood, emotional dysregulation, personality disorders, OCD, eating disorders, and trauma. I am trained in a range of evidence-based therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness. I use an integrative approach which helps to tailor therapy to each individual client.
My name is Rebecca Thurlow, I am a registered Psychologist with an interest in working with adolescents and adults. I have experience working in the public sector. I support people with a wide range of mental health difficulties including anxiety, low mood, emotional dysregulation, personality disorders, OCD, eating disorders, and trauma. I am trained in a range of evidence-based therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness. I use an integrative approach which helps to tailor therapy to each individual client.
Hi and welcome. My name is Tracy and I have been a counsellor for as long as I can remember. Officially though, I qualified as a registered counsellor 8 years ago. I have an enquiring mind for people and the life they live and want to assist you to make the change you desire. I am an empathetic and kind counsellor. I work collaboratively with you to make change that you want. Inside of us all are the answers to our questions, and I will work alongside you to discover your answers to these questions and new ways of being. Come as you are and find a safe place to stay a while.
Hi and welcome. My name is Tracy and I have been a counsellor for as long as I can remember. Officially though, I qualified as a registered counsellor 8 years ago. I have an enquiring mind for people and the life they live and want to assist you to make the change you desire. I am an empathetic and kind counsellor. I work collaboratively with you to make change that you want. Inside of us all are the answers to our questions, and I will work alongside you to discover your answers to these questions and new ways of being. Come as you are and find a safe place to stay a while.
I was born in South Africa but have lived in New Zealand most of my life. I have had many life experiences such as volunteering in the NZ Fire Service (11 years) and travelling and volunteering in Africa. My passion for counselling grew as I spent time with people in my various experiences and travels, and discovered my desire for better skills to more effectively listen and help people navigate through their shared life experiences with me. I consider it a deep privilege to share a welcoming, safe, and honoring space with a person who chooses to share their footsteps with me. I am also a faith based counselling service (Christian).
I was born in South Africa but have lived in New Zealand most of my life. I have had many life experiences such as volunteering in the NZ Fire Service (11 years) and travelling and volunteering in Africa. My passion for counselling grew as I spent time with people in my various experiences and travels, and discovered my desire for better skills to more effectively listen and help people navigate through their shared life experiences with me. I consider it a deep privilege to share a welcoming, safe, and honoring space with a person who chooses to share their footsteps with me. I am also a faith based counselling service (Christian).
The way I work is to assist a person to find their own answers that I believe are within themselves - it's just that sometimes we are a little insecure about change and how it will affect us.
I work with different styles of therapy including Equine Therapy (horse are great teachers!) art, dream interpretation etc
I can work with most issues some of which are anxiety, depression, post-natal depression, eating disorders. life changes, terminal illness, death and dying to name a few.
I work with singles or couples of any age, gender, culture or disability.
The way I work is to assist a person to find their own answers that I believe are within themselves - it's just that sometimes we are a little insecure about change and how it will affect us.
I work with different styles of therapy including Equine Therapy (horse are great teachers!) art, dream interpretation etc
I can work with most issues some of which are anxiety, depression, post-natal depression, eating disorders. life changes, terminal illness, death and dying to name a few.
I work with singles or couples of any age, gender, culture or disability.
I work online anywhere in New Zealand.
I have an integrative, holistic approach with a strong knowledge of medicine, psychiatry, mental health and nutrition. I have a compassionate yet direct approach because we can't beat ourselves into a better version of ourselves, but we do need to make changes if we want things to be different.
I work online anywhere in New Zealand.
I have an integrative, holistic approach with a strong knowledge of medicine, psychiatry, mental health and nutrition. I have a compassionate yet direct approach because we can't beat ourselves into a better version of ourselves, but we do need to make changes if we want things to be different.
Individual therapy is offered online only.
Amber is a member of the New Zealand Psychologist Board. She values an open and nonjudgemental therapy space, to ensure her clients feel supported. Amber is a warm and passionate Psychologist which comes through in her therapeutic approach, and she has experience working with a range of presentations across all age groups from children through to adults. Amber is currently approved by the New Zealand Psychology Board to provide comprehensive Cognitive, Educational and Neurodevelopmental assessments and provide diagnoses. Amber has completed comprehensive training to provide Eating Disorder based therapy.
Individual therapy is offered online only.
Amber is a member of the New Zealand Psychologist Board. She values an open and nonjudgemental therapy space, to ensure her clients feel supported. Amber is a warm and passionate Psychologist which comes through in her therapeutic approach, and she has experience working with a range of presentations across all age groups from children through to adults. Amber is currently approved by the New Zealand Psychology Board to provide comprehensive Cognitive, Educational and Neurodevelopmental assessments and provide diagnoses. Amber has completed comprehensive training to provide Eating Disorder based therapy.
Suzanne is a registered social worker, a member of the ANZASW and has a social work degree with honours (Massey University, 2006). Suzanne has 12 years’ experience working in mental health & addiction services where she gained a specialtiy in Additions. She is currently working in private practice offering counselling and social work support working alongside people with trauma, mental health and addictions. Suzanne works alongside people to empower them to reach their potential.
Suzanne is a registered social worker, a member of the ANZASW and has a social work degree with honours (Massey University, 2006). Suzanne has 12 years’ experience working in mental health & addiction services where she gained a specialtiy in Additions. She is currently working in private practice offering counselling and social work support working alongside people with trauma, mental health and addictions. Suzanne works alongside people to empower them to reach their potential.
Kristen offers a warm friendly environment to explore challenges or issues and acknowledge your strengths. She supports children, youth and adults (all gender preferences welcome). In conversations, you will discuss practical tools you can use in everyday life and how you can move closer to your preferred ways of being. You will develop insight and anchor skills to work through life's ‘curve balls’.
Kristen offers a warm friendly environment to explore challenges or issues and acknowledge your strengths. She supports children, youth and adults (all gender preferences welcome). In conversations, you will discuss practical tools you can use in everyday life and how you can move closer to your preferred ways of being. You will develop insight and anchor skills to work through life's ‘curve balls’.
Ella is an Aotearoa registered Occupational Therapist and EMDR psychotherapist specialising in trauma therapy/treatment, having spent much of her career working with people who have experienced developmental trauma. Ella trained and qualified in the UK and made the move to Aotearoa in early 2024.
She now offers a range of trauma informed therapeutic support, utilising skills from within the occupational therapy field but with a psychotherapeutic and attachment focused lens. Ella has a special interest in EMDR, children, adolescents and families, but can and has worked across all ages.
Ella is an Aotearoa registered Occupational Therapist and EMDR psychotherapist specialising in trauma therapy/treatment, having spent much of her career working with people who have experienced developmental trauma. Ella trained and qualified in the UK and made the move to Aotearoa in early 2024.
She now offers a range of trauma informed therapeutic support, utilising skills from within the occupational therapy field but with a psychotherapeutic and attachment focused lens. Ella has a special interest in EMDR, children, adolescents and families, but can and has worked across all ages.
I’m a trained Clinical Psychologist and I’m all about creating a space where you can be yourself — no judgment or pressure. I truly care about understanding where you’re coming from, and I’m here to walk alongside you, whatever you’re facing.
I’m a trained Clinical Psychologist and I’m all about creating a space where you can be yourself — no judgment or pressure. I truly care about understanding where you’re coming from, and I’m here to walk alongside you, whatever you’re facing.
I am a hybrid-healer who weaves spirit and energy medicine through my scientific background of clinical psychology.
I transform my client’s lives to be hopeful, stable and empowered.
You are your own guru. Be inspired by your own story.
Your answers lie within you, you only need the tools to access them.
My mission is to help you to hold space for yourself and to achieve steadfast inner peace. I approach the biology and the hardened industry of clinical dis-ease with a maternal, soulful presence.
I am a hybrid-healer who weaves spirit and energy medicine through my scientific background of clinical psychology.
I transform my client’s lives to be hopeful, stable and empowered.
You are your own guru. Be inspired by your own story.
Your answers lie within you, you only need the tools to access them.
My mission is to help you to hold space for yourself and to achieve steadfast inner peace. I approach the biology and the hardened industry of clinical dis-ease with a maternal, soulful presence.
Online Counsellors
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialised therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.