Couples Counselling Therapists in Rotorua

Joy - Relationship Counsellor
Counsellor, MNZCCA
Verified
Rotorua 3015
Note:
Couples
sessions are 90 minutes. Joy has worked extensively in private practice, with
couples
and individuals, helping them with a range of issues, including: conflict de-escalation, understanding triggers and behaviour patterns, poor communication, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, toxic relationships, family and parenting issues. Joy brings empathy and life experience to her work with clients, to enable them to feel heard and equipped to change. She is trained in several specialist models of
couples
therapy, and has years of experience helping clients resolve
relationship
issues and move into a happier place together.
Note:
Couples
sessions are 90 minutes. Joy has worked extensively in private practice, with
couples
and individuals, helping them with a range of issues, including: conflict de-escalation, understanding triggers and behaviour patterns, poor communication, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, toxic relationships, family and parenting issues. Joy brings empathy and life experience to her work with clients, to enable them to feel heard and equipped to change. She is trained in several specialist models of
couples
therapy, and has years of experience helping clients resolve
relationship
issues and move into a happier place together.

Couples Therapy Auckland
Psychologist, PhD, MNZCCP
Verified
Rotorua 3010
I offer both in-person and online
Couples
Therapy.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board. My practice is situated in Auckland's Ponsonby area, but I also provide remote/online services. With more than 21 years of experience, I specialize in providing psychotherapy to individuals and
couples
from diverse backgrounds, nationalities, and cultures. As a member of the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists, I offer psychological services such as individual psychotherapy for adults and teens, as well as
couples
therapy. I also conduct assessments for Adult ADHD, Adult Autism, and PTSD.
I offer both in-person and online
Couples
Therapy.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board. My practice is situated in Auckland's Ponsonby area, but I also provide remote/online services. With more than 21 years of experience, I specialize in providing psychotherapy to individuals and
couples
from diverse backgrounds, nationalities, and cultures. As a member of the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists, I offer psychological services such as individual psychotherapy for adults and teens, as well as
couples
therapy. I also conduct assessments for Adult ADHD, Adult Autism, and PTSD.

Alana Hawke | Counselling and Psychotherapy
Rotorua 3010
I help people rediscover their strengths, passions and purpose and find meaning, joy and happiness in their lives. Most of us experience a moment in our lives where we stop and take stock. This may come as a result of a big shock, the loss of a loved one, a
relationship
, a job or some other trauma that shakes us to our very core. Or it may just be a gnawing sense that there is something more to life than what you are currently experiencing. These big shocks or subtle gnawings can start to erode our sense of happiness and fulfilment. We may experience depression, sadness, a sense of isolation, confusion or feel deeply overwhelmed.
I help people rediscover their strengths, passions and purpose and find meaning, joy and happiness in their lives. Most of us experience a moment in our lives where we stop and take stock. This may come as a result of a big shock, the loss of a loved one, a
relationship
, a job or some other trauma that shakes us to our very core. Or it may just be a gnawing sense that there is something more to life than what you are currently experiencing. These big shocks or subtle gnawings can start to erode our sense of happiness and fulfilment. We may experience depression, sadness, a sense of isolation, confusion or feel deeply overwhelmed.

Hannah Orpin
Psychologist
Verified
Rotorua 3010 (Online Only)
Hannah's number one priority is to build a strong and trusting
relationship
with you.
Hannah is both Australian and New Zealand Māori psychologist (Ngāi Tahu and Ngāti Kahungunu). After moving from New Zealand, Hannah spent a significant portion of her career working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Hannah's work across both countries enables her to provide a culturally safe space for effective and enjoyable therapy. Hannah works with adolescents and adults across a range of issues, and have a special interest in post traumatic stress disorder, abuse, borderline personality disorder, unexplained medical symptoms, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and
relationship
difficulties.
Hannah's number one priority is to build a strong and trusting
relationship
with you.
Hannah is both Australian and New Zealand Māori psychologist (Ngāi Tahu and Ngāti Kahungunu). After moving from New Zealand, Hannah spent a significant portion of her career working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Hannah's work across both countries enables her to provide a culturally safe space for effective and enjoyable therapy. Hannah works with adolescents and adults across a range of issues, and have a special interest in post traumatic stress disorder, abuse, borderline personality disorder, unexplained medical symptoms, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and
relationship
difficulties.

Anihera Tahu-Hepworth
Counsellor, MNZAC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Rotorua 3010 (Online Only)
Tena Koutou, nau mai, haere mai. Ko Anihera Tahu-Hepworth ahau. Hello, welcome, I’m Anihera. I whakapapa back to the East Coast of the North Island and Waikaremoana in the central North Island being from Ngati Porou & Tuhoe iwi through my mother and father. Working with people from all walks of life, cultures and backgrounds. Offering a confidential, compassionate and non-judgmental service for people needing or wanting to gain relief from difficult life stresses and complexities. Serving teens & rangatahi,
couples
, individual adults, families, whanau and elders.
Tena Koutou, nau mai, haere mai. Ko Anihera Tahu-Hepworth ahau. Hello, welcome, I’m Anihera. I whakapapa back to the East Coast of the North Island and Waikaremoana in the central North Island being from Ngati Porou & Tuhoe iwi through my mother and father. Working with people from all walks of life, cultures and backgrounds. Offering a confidential, compassionate and non-judgmental service for people needing or wanting to gain relief from difficult life stresses and complexities. Serving teens & rangatahi,
couples
, individual adults, families, whanau and elders.

Monique Chasteau - Brainwise Therapy
MCouns
Rotorua 3010
Waitlist for new clients
A few therapy appointments with me can help to get you through a specific situation such as a traumatic loss, injury,
relationship
crisis or a major decision. We can also transform deeper problems, such as mood issues, unresolved trauma, or school, work, family stress with longer term work together. I recognize you are investing in therapy and the intention is that we quickly identify the difficulties you bring and give you strategies to improve your life. Many people value the
relationship
we build and come back for top-ups of support when needed, either face to face or online.
A few therapy appointments with me can help to get you through a specific situation such as a traumatic loss, injury,
relationship
crisis or a major decision. We can also transform deeper problems, such as mood issues, unresolved trauma, or school, work, family stress with longer term work together. I recognize you are investing in therapy and the intention is that we quickly identify the difficulties you bring and give you strategies to improve your life. Many people value the
relationship
we build and come back for top-ups of support when needed, either face to face or online.

Personal Transformation Therapy & Counselling
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Verified
Rotorua 3010
My ideal client is a self-motivated referral wanting to empower themselves with new strategies, willing to be curious to what may be possibilities
My ideal client is a self-motivated referral wanting to empower themselves with new strategies, willing to be curious to what may be possibilities

Yvette Atkinson
Counsellor, MNZAC
Verified
Rotorua 3074
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.

Tu Ora NZ Limited
Rotorua 3010 (Online Only)
Ideal clients could be suffering from disappointing life experiences, an unfair chance at life and those who are needing awhi, encouragement and support. They can be feeling sad or down, confused, have a reduced ability to concentrate, fearful, mood swings, feelings of guilt, withdrawal, loneliness, tiredness, low energy or have trouble sleeping. Understanding these issues by listening, identifying their needs and determine some goals may help formulate changing circumstances for a better future of growth and prosperity; a balanced life with whānau, friends and work situations.
Ideal clients could be suffering from disappointing life experiences, an unfair chance at life and those who are needing awhi, encouragement and support. They can be feeling sad or down, confused, have a reduced ability to concentrate, fearful, mood swings, feelings of guilt, withdrawal, loneliness, tiredness, low energy or have trouble sleeping. Understanding these issues by listening, identifying their needs and determine some goals may help formulate changing circumstances for a better future of growth and prosperity; a balanced life with whānau, friends and work situations.

Rose Lancaster-Rous
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Verified
Rotorua 3010
Many people find themselves struggling with difficult feelings, painful experiences and a sense of not living the life they want. When the things that used to work stop working, it's hard to know what to do. We can feel very stuck, but perhaps the idea of things changing is daunting too.
Many people find themselves struggling with difficult feelings, painful experiences and a sense of not living the life they want. When the things that used to work stop working, it's hard to know what to do. We can feel very stuck, but perhaps the idea of things changing is daunting too.

Amber Takhar-Stapleton
Psychologist
Verified
Rotorua 3010
Amber is a warm and passionate Psychologist which comes through in her therapeutic approach. She values an open and nonjudgemental therapy space, and ensures her clients feel supported. Amber has experience with all age groups from children to adults. Amber achieves positive outcomes with her clients by understanding the needs of each individual and through the implementation of evidence-based interventions.
Amber is a warm and passionate Psychologist which comes through in her therapeutic approach. She values an open and nonjudgemental therapy space, and ensures her clients feel supported. Amber has experience with all age groups from children to adults. Amber achieves positive outcomes with her clients by understanding the needs of each individual and through the implementation of evidence-based interventions.

Neha Golchha
Psychologist
Verified
Rotorua 3010 (Online Only)
Neha is a warm and empathetic clinical psychologist with a vast range of experience across different settings in both India and New Zealand. Neha has conducted rigorous assessments and provide evidence-based interventions to help my clients across a variety of mental health difficulties. Neha has a keen interest in eating disorders, adjustment and grief reactions, stress induced problems, anxiety and depression. She is also bilingual, speaking both English and Hindi.
Neha is a warm and empathetic clinical psychologist with a vast range of experience across different settings in both India and New Zealand. Neha has conducted rigorous assessments and provide evidence-based interventions to help my clients across a variety of mental health difficulties. Neha has a keen interest in eating disorders, adjustment and grief reactions, stress induced problems, anxiety and depression. She is also bilingual, speaking both English and Hindi.

Julia Ferry-Parker
Counsellor, PsychD, NZAC - Provisional
Verified
Rotorua 3072
Kia ora! My name is Julia Ferry-Parker, I am a NZAC Registered Counsellor and an Analyst-in-Training. I have been studying and practicing for the last couple of years, mainly working with adults from multiples cultures and backgrounds in a non-judgmental space. I have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Postgraduate diploma in Psychoanalysis. I am originally from Brazil and have been living in Aotearoa for the last 3 years, running sessions in English and Portuguese with an ethical commitment to the care of the patients.
Kia ora! My name is Julia Ferry-Parker, I am a NZAC Registered Counsellor and an Analyst-in-Training. I have been studying and practicing for the last couple of years, mainly working with adults from multiples cultures and backgrounds in a non-judgmental space. I have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Postgraduate diploma in Psychoanalysis. I am originally from Brazil and have been living in Aotearoa for the last 3 years, running sessions in English and Portuguese with an ethical commitment to the care of the patients.

Grace Irvine
Counsellor, MNZAC
Verified
Rotorua 3015
I work with all ages and specialise working with children, teens and young adults who are struggling. Challenges can come from anywhere; the loss of a loved one, a health condition, problems at school or work, anxiety, trauma, bullying, depression, attacks on dignity, abuse, or being spoken to in unhelpful ways. Problems can get you feeling overwhelmed, hopeless and stuck. I invite you to let me journey with you from that stuck place to hope and peace.
I work with all ages and specialise working with children, teens and young adults who are struggling. Challenges can come from anywhere; the loss of a loved one, a health condition, problems at school or work, anxiety, trauma, bullying, depression, attacks on dignity, abuse, or being spoken to in unhelpful ways. Problems can get you feeling overwhelmed, hopeless and stuck. I invite you to let me journey with you from that stuck place to hope and peace.
Online Therapists

Anneline Mordaunt
Psychologist, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Rotorua 3010
My ideal client is interested in being challenged to become more self aware in order to enhance their overall wellbeing (physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually and relationally). They are passionate about connecting with themselves and others in a compassionate, non-judgmental manner to enhance compassion for themselves and others. My job would be to help them overcome obstacles such as unhelpful thinking styles in order to break cycles of addiction, anxiety and depression. At times, they may need to consider
relationship
therapy with their partners and family members which would enrich themselves and their family members.
My ideal client is interested in being challenged to become more self aware in order to enhance their overall wellbeing (physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually and relationally). They are passionate about connecting with themselves and others in a compassionate, non-judgmental manner to enhance compassion for themselves and others. My job would be to help them overcome obstacles such as unhelpful thinking styles in order to break cycles of addiction, anxiety and depression. At times, they may need to consider
relationship
therapy with their partners and family members which would enrich themselves and their family members.

Haumoana Counselling
Counsellor, MNZAC
Verified
Rotorua 3010
Associated issues such as sleep deprivation, depression, anxiety, phobias,
relationship
difficulties familial or work related are addressed.
Anthony's (Tony) specialties are assessment and treatment of PTSD (Posttraumatic Stress Disorder) and associated disorders, Couple Counselling, Career Development, and is a LEADR trained Mediator. He was the first person trained in New Zealand in EFT (1996); EMDR (1995) and EDxTM Energy Psychology (2000). Anthony led a Mental Health Practice, Kilpan & Associates, in Ellerslie, Auckland for 25 years until July 2020. Anthony now consults from his home and base at Rainbow Trout Lodge, Lake Rotoehu in the Rotorua Lakes District, in Rotorua and Whakatane. From December 2021 Consultations / Appointments will be in Koutu Rotorua.
Associated issues such as sleep deprivation, depression, anxiety, phobias,
relationship
difficulties familial or work related are addressed.
Anthony's (Tony) specialties are assessment and treatment of PTSD (Posttraumatic Stress Disorder) and associated disorders, Couple Counselling, Career Development, and is a LEADR trained Mediator. He was the first person trained in New Zealand in EFT (1996); EMDR (1995) and EDxTM Energy Psychology (2000). Anthony led a Mental Health Practice, Kilpan & Associates, in Ellerslie, Auckland for 25 years until July 2020. Anthony now consults from his home and base at Rainbow Trout Lodge, Lake Rotoehu in the Rotorua Lakes District, in Rotorua and Whakatane. From December 2021 Consultations / Appointments will be in Koutu Rotorua.
He Tohu Counselling & Supervision
Counsellor, MNZAC
Verified
Rotorua 3010
Nau mai, haere mai, pupuritia te manawa ora o nga mea katoa, hei painga mo tou oranga. Kia tipu, kia rea, kia puawai tou Ao. Providing private and confidential Counselling for all. Clinical & Cultural Supervision Facilitation, Mediation, Management & Teambuilding support. Employee Assisted Program, (EAP) ACC Reg. (ISSC). Trauma, Sexual Abuse,
Relationship
Counselling, Grief & Loss, Palliative Care, Whakamōmori, Whakamā, Anxiety & Stress, Self Harm, Family Violence. Face to face or online zoom sessions available.
Nau mai, haere mai, pupuritia te manawa ora o nga mea katoa, hei painga mo tou oranga. Kia tipu, kia rea, kia puawai tou Ao. Providing private and confidential Counselling for all. Clinical & Cultural Supervision Facilitation, Mediation, Management & Teambuilding support. Employee Assisted Program, (EAP) ACC Reg. (ISSC). Trauma, Sexual Abuse,
Relationship
Counselling, Grief & Loss, Palliative Care, Whakamōmori, Whakamā, Anxiety & Stress, Self Harm, Family Violence. Face to face or online zoom sessions available.

Rebecca Thurlow
Psychologist, MPsych
Verified
Tauranga 3110
The therapeutic
relationship
is an important catalyst for change that allows clients to explore difficult material in treatment and feel supported in that process.
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.
The therapeutic
relationship
is an important catalyst for change that allows clients to explore difficult material in treatment and feel supported in that process.
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.

Paula Moneypenny Counsellor
Counsellor, MCouns, MNZAC
Verified
Hamilton 3216
I work with children, young people, adults, and groups to support them to stand up to problems and develop preferred ways of being. I work with clients to identify, reflect upon, and achieve the hopes and goals that are important to them in their life and relationships. I provide professional supervision to practitioners in the fields of health and social practice (including counselling, occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, and human services etc). I believe that a collaborative, safe and respectful therapeutic
relationship
enhances emotion regulation and promotes self-awareness and resilience.
I work with children, young people, adults, and groups to support them to stand up to problems and develop preferred ways of being. I work with clients to identify, reflect upon, and achieve the hopes and goals that are important to them in their life and relationships. I provide professional supervision to practitioners in the fields of health and social practice (including counselling, occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, and human services etc). I believe that a collaborative, safe and respectful therapeutic
relationship
enhances emotion regulation and promotes self-awareness and resilience.

Katrina Townsend
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Verified
Tauranga 3110
I have experience working with children (background in childcare) teenagers and adults. My approach is based on creating a safe space to build a trusting
relationship
in which to work together to address anything you wish to resolve.
I have experience working with children (background in childcare) teenagers and adults. My approach is based on creating a safe space to build a trusting
relationship
in which to work together to address anything you wish to resolve.
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Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.