Parenting Therapists in Mount Maunganui
Hi, I’m Macarena — a counsellor (Provisional Member, NZAC) with 15 years of experience in mental health in Argentina and now based in New Zealand. If you’re going through a difficult time, you don’t have to do it alone. I offer a safe and compassionate space to talk, understand your emotions, and find new ways to reconnect with yourself. Together, we explore your story to bring light, balance, and meaning back into your life.
Hi, I’m Macarena — a counsellor (Provisional Member, NZAC) with 15 years of experience in mental health in Argentina and now based in New Zealand. If you’re going through a difficult time, you don’t have to do it alone. I offer a safe and compassionate space to talk, understand your emotions, and find new ways to reconnect with yourself. Together, we explore your story to bring light, balance, and meaning back into your life.
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.
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.
Amber is a member of New Zealand Psychologist Board. She values an open and nonjudgemental therapy space, to ensure 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.
Amber is a member of New Zealand Psychologist Board. She values an open and nonjudgemental therapy space, to ensure 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.
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.
Often the people I work with look like they are managing on the outside, but internally feel exhausted, overwhelmed, anxious or as though they are holding everything together by sheer effort. You might recognise patterns of anxiety, overthinking, people-pleasing or perfectionism. There may be a tendency to over-function in relationships while neglecting your own needs, alongside ongoing self-doubt, fear of rejection, or a sense of feeling different or not quite fitting in. Over time, this can lead to burnout, emotional exhaustion and a sense of being disconnected from yourself.
Often the people I work with look like they are managing on the outside, but internally feel exhausted, overwhelmed, anxious or as though they are holding everything together by sheer effort. You might recognise patterns of anxiety, overthinking, people-pleasing or perfectionism. There may be a tendency to over-function in relationships while neglecting your own needs, alongside ongoing self-doubt, fear of rejection, or a sense of feeling different or not quite fitting in. Over time, this can lead to burnout, emotional exhaustion and a sense of being disconnected from yourself.
Tēnā koe, I am Amber Callard, Kaimātai Hauora Hinengaro/Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years experience working in both the public and private setting with children, adolescents, and adults. I provide a validating space to navigate life's challenges and have specialist skills in working with individuals experiencing eating disorders, trauma and life impacting patterns of emotion dysregulation.
I further love flourishing the skills of other kaimahi through supervision.
Tēnā koe, I am Amber Callard, Kaimātai Hauora Hinengaro/Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years experience working in both the public and private setting with children, adolescents, and adults. I provide a validating space to navigate life's challenges and have specialist skills in working with individuals experiencing eating disorders, trauma and life impacting patterns of emotion dysregulation.
I further love flourishing the skills of other kaimahi through supervision.
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I also specialise in supporting parents who experience their child as demanding or clingy, to shift focus from behaviour management to enhancing the quality of relationship.
I use a play based approach with children, including sandplay and art. Circle of Security Parent Programme is offered for parents seeking understanding of their child’s emotional needs which may lie behind problematic behaviours. Watch Wait and Wonder is a child-led infant- parent psychotherapy that strengthens the parent/child relationship.
I also specialise in supporting parents who experience their child as demanding or clingy, to shift focus from behaviour management to enhancing the quality of relationship.
I use a play based approach with children, including sandplay and art. Circle of Security Parent Programme is offered for parents seeking understanding of their child’s emotional needs which may lie behind problematic behaviours. Watch Wait and Wonder is a child-led infant- parent psychotherapy that strengthens the parent/child relationship.
I’ve worked in Sri Lanka and Aotearoa New Zealand for over 13 years, and support young adults, parents, couples and families.
Kia ora, hello, and Ayubowan. I’m Kushlani Munasinghe, a Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Supervisor, originally from Sri Lanka and now based in Tauranga. If you’ve found your way here, you might be thinking about starting therapy or simply wondering how it could help. You might be dealing with stress, anxiety or low mood, carrying the effects of trauma, struggling with relationships or attachment, finding it hard to manage emotions, exploring your identity, or navigating migration and life transitions. My approach is warm, open, inclusive, and creative, and I like to make space for reflection and curiosity.
I’ve worked in Sri Lanka and Aotearoa New Zealand for over 13 years, and support young adults, parents, couples and families.
Kia ora, hello, and Ayubowan. I’m Kushlani Munasinghe, a Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Supervisor, originally from Sri Lanka and now based in Tauranga. If you’ve found your way here, you might be thinking about starting therapy or simply wondering how it could help. You might be dealing with stress, anxiety or low mood, carrying the effects of trauma, struggling with relationships or attachment, finding it hard to manage emotions, exploring your identity, or navigating migration and life transitions. My approach is warm, open, inclusive, and creative, and I like to make space for reflection and curiosity.
I meet people with strong intent. They want to thrive but have come up against repeating patterns of resistance. I see couples and individuals. Everybody striving to meet the challenges of these difficult times. Many of my clients are neurodiverse or in neuro differing relationships. Most people carry some level of trauma from the past. My job is to help folk self-reflect, and in relationship: co-regulate. I believe we must relearn tools to find belonging (in all spheres); that this is essential in order for us all to secure a thriving future.
I meet people with strong intent. They want to thrive but have come up against repeating patterns of resistance. I see couples and individuals. Everybody striving to meet the challenges of these difficult times. Many of my clients are neurodiverse or in neuro differing relationships. Most people carry some level of trauma from the past. My job is to help folk self-reflect, and in relationship: co-regulate. I believe we must relearn tools to find belonging (in all spheres); that this is essential in order for us all to secure a thriving future.
Hi, I am a registered clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist living and practicing in Nelson, New Zealand. My primary focus is providing psychotherapy. Psychotherapy involves the careful application of techniques that help people change their behaviors, thoughts, feelings, and other personal characteristics in ways that enable them to thrive and cope with the stresses of living. I prefer to work with clients in person but if meeting in person is impossible or impractical, I can provide services online.
Hi, I am a registered clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist living and practicing in Nelson, New Zealand. My primary focus is providing psychotherapy. Psychotherapy involves the careful application of techniques that help people change their behaviors, thoughts, feelings, and other personal characteristics in ways that enable them to thrive and cope with the stresses of living. I prefer to work with clients in person but if meeting in person is impossible or impractical, I can provide services online.
I am a certified Life Coach, Counsellor, NLP Practitioner, and Parent Coach.
I provide strategies for maintaining a positive relationship with yourself and creating healthy connections with others.
I help clients understand their thought processes when experiencing life transitions and changes in circumstances.
I am a certified Life Coach, Counsellor, NLP Practitioner, and Parent Coach.
I provide strategies for maintaining a positive relationship with yourself and creating healthy connections with others.
I help clients understand their thought processes when experiencing life transitions and changes in circumstances.
During my nearly 20 years in practice, I have come to understand that people seek therapy for many reasons, most often guided by a natural desire to grow, heal, and live more fully.
I offer a warm, safe, and supportive space where you can feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood.
My intention is to help you explore your inner world and the challenges you face with curiosity and compassion, supporting healing, self-awareness, and meaningful change.
I am a trained Psychosynthesis Psychotherapist. Psychosynthesis is a holistic, integrative therapeutic approach that honours the whole person — mind, body, feelings and spirit
During my nearly 20 years in practice, I have come to understand that people seek therapy for many reasons, most often guided by a natural desire to grow, heal, and live more fully.
I offer a warm, safe, and supportive space where you can feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood.
My intention is to help you explore your inner world and the challenges you face with curiosity and compassion, supporting healing, self-awareness, and meaningful change.
I am a trained Psychosynthesis Psychotherapist. Psychosynthesis is a holistic, integrative therapeutic approach that honours the whole person — mind, body, feelings and spirit
Children don’t always have the words to express how they feel but they show us through their play. I offer a warm, safe space where children can express big emotions, make sense of their experiences, and feel more settled and understood.
Using play therapy I support children aged 5–18 who may be struggling with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, behavioural challenges, ADHD, autism, or life changes. Together, we gently build emotional regulation, resilience, and a stronger sense of self at their pace.
Children don’t always have the words to express how they feel but they show us through their play. I offer a warm, safe space where children can express big emotions, make sense of their experiences, and feel more settled and understood.
Using play therapy I support children aged 5–18 who may be struggling with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, behavioural challenges, ADHD, autism, or life changes. Together, we gently build emotional regulation, resilience, and a stronger sense of self at their pace.
Hello, I am a certified counsellor specialising in Mental Health, Relationships, Grief and Loss, and Domestic Violence, among other areas. My approach is rooted in empathy, and my dedication to my work revolves around the individuals I assist—YOU! I value directness, honesty, and openness in our counselling relationship, and I am genuinely passionate about my role. I use variety of resources, and hold several qualifications. It would be my pleasure to work with you. I'm based in Tauranga.
I do have a waiting time - so please be aware when booking. :)
Hello, I am a certified counsellor specialising in Mental Health, Relationships, Grief and Loss, and Domestic Violence, among other areas. My approach is rooted in empathy, and my dedication to my work revolves around the individuals I assist—YOU! I value directness, honesty, and openness in our counselling relationship, and I am genuinely passionate about my role. I use variety of resources, and hold several qualifications. It would be my pleasure to work with you. I'm based in Tauranga.
I do have a waiting time - so please be aware when booking. :)
Ella is an Aotearoa registered Occupational Therapist, practicising psychodynamic and EMDR therapy with a trauma focus, 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, attachment and systemic focused lens. Ella has a special interest in family therapy, long-term psychotherapy and EMDR, and can work accross all age groups.
Ella is an Aotearoa registered Occupational Therapist, practicising psychodynamic and EMDR therapy with a trauma focus, 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, attachment and systemic focused lens. Ella has a special interest in family therapy, long-term psychotherapy and EMDR, and can work accross all age groups.
Taught Mental Health through group courses in local schools and Parenting courses.
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.
Taught Mental Health through group courses in local schools and Parenting courses.
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.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and EMDR therapist. I work with adults who may be managing high levels of stress, responsibility, or pressure, alongside challenges such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, burnout, low mood, grief and loss, difficulties with sleep, concentration, or emotional regulation. I hold a Master of Psychotherapy (First Class Honours) and am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), an evidence-based approach for processing trauma and reducing the ongoing impact of stressful or overwhelming experiences.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and EMDR therapist. I work with adults who may be managing high levels of stress, responsibility, or pressure, alongside challenges such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, burnout, low mood, grief and loss, difficulties with sleep, concentration, or emotional regulation. I hold a Master of Psychotherapy (First Class Honours) and am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), an evidence-based approach for processing trauma and reducing the ongoing impact of stressful or overwhelming experiences.
I also focus on supporting men and women through their life experiences and transitions, whether it be related to career, education, relationships, parenting, grief, aging or more.
I work holistically and offer a safe respectful space to help you explore, examine and understand your thoughts, emotions, nervous system, executive functioning, values, needs, self-compassion and strengths so that you can be your true self in a challenging world.
I also focus on supporting men and women through their life experiences and transitions, whether it be related to career, education, relationships, parenting, grief, aging or more.
I work holistically and offer a safe respectful space to help you explore, examine and understand your thoughts, emotions, nervous system, executive functioning, values, needs, self-compassion and strengths so that you can be your true self in a challenging world.
Kia ora, I'm Paola. In therapy, change comes in waves and cycles, like with the tides. I provide my clients a safe and professional environment to navigate those therapeutic tides in the smoothest way possible. I bring to the therapeutic process competence, clarity and clinical discernment for the client to be able to dive safely in the deep waters of personal transformation. Clients report that they experience tangible results as enhanced self-esteem and trust, reduced severity of symptoms as anxiety, depression, grief or mental confusion, and the restoring of their capacity for secure, and organized relationships, among others.
Kia ora, I'm Paola. In therapy, change comes in waves and cycles, like with the tides. I provide my clients a safe and professional environment to navigate those therapeutic tides in the smoothest way possible. I bring to the therapeutic process competence, clarity and clinical discernment for the client to be able to dive safely in the deep waters of personal transformation. Clients report that they experience tangible results as enhanced self-esteem and trust, reduced severity of symptoms as anxiety, depression, grief or mental confusion, and the restoring of their capacity for secure, and organized relationships, among others.
I am a warm and compassionate Clinical Psychologist registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board, offering comprehensive adult assessments for those wondering about ADHD, autism, or other neurodivergent traits. I work exclusively in assessment, creating a safe, professional, and non-judgmental space where people can explore their experiences and gain deeper understanding — with or without a formal diagnosis.
I am a warm and compassionate Clinical Psychologist registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board, offering comprehensive adult assessments for those wondering about ADHD, autism, or other neurodivergent traits. I work exclusively in assessment, creating a safe, professional, and non-judgmental space where people can explore their experiences and gain deeper understanding — with or without a formal diagnosis.
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What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.