Female Therapists in Tauranga, BP
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.
Tēnā koe, I am a registered psychologist passionate about partnering with individuals, couples and families across the lifespan to enhance their wellbeing and to find sustainable solutions to a wide range of concerns. My practice is collaborative, empathetic, and evidence-based. I am also a trained mediator and am especially interested in supporting couples in conflict and families in transition (during and after separation).
Tēnā koe, I am a registered psychologist passionate about partnering with individuals, couples and families across the lifespan to enhance their wellbeing and to find sustainable solutions to a wide range of concerns. My practice is collaborative, empathetic, and evidence-based. I am also a trained mediator and am especially interested in supporting couples in conflict and families in transition (during and after separation).
Kia Ora katou. My name is Sofia, from Argentina but calling New Zealand my home for the past six years. With a background in handling high-complex trauma, grief, sexual violence, domestic abuse, children and adolescent mental health, and family dynamics. My professional journey encompasses a holistic approach, integrating various modalities such as Theraplay, Gottman's Couple Therapy, TFCBT, along with mindfulness, IFS, IST, transgenerational trauma, and narrative therapy.
Kia Ora katou. My name is Sofia, from Argentina but calling New Zealand my home for the past six years. With a background in handling high-complex trauma, grief, sexual violence, domestic abuse, children and adolescent mental health, and family dynamics. My professional journey encompasses a holistic approach, integrating various modalities such as Theraplay, Gottman's Couple Therapy, TFCBT, along with mindfulness, IFS, IST, transgenerational trauma, and narrative therapy.
Feeling Stuck? You Don’t Have to Navigate It Alone. Life doesn’t come with a roadmap, and when challenges arise, it can feel overwhelming to face them alone. As a clinical psychologist, I offer a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your struggles, gain insight, and develop tools to move forward with confidence.
Feeling Stuck? You Don’t Have to Navigate It Alone. Life doesn’t come with a roadmap, and when challenges arise, it can feel overwhelming to face them alone. As a clinical psychologist, I offer a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your struggles, gain insight, and develop tools to move forward with confidence.
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.
Those who know me would describe me as a counselor who is empathetic, and caring and as someone who has a passion for seeing people overcome obstacles and be their best selves. In my practice, I use several counseling methods including CBT/DBT, Narrative, Solution Focused Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I always ensure I tailor my approach to suit my clients and their needs. I have experience working with many kinds of issues and challenges but specialize in trauma, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues. I love working with teens, adults, and couples.
Those who know me would describe me as a counselor who is empathetic, and caring and as someone who has a passion for seeing people overcome obstacles and be their best selves. In my practice, I use several counseling methods including CBT/DBT, Narrative, Solution Focused Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I always ensure I tailor my approach to suit my clients and their needs. I have experience working with many kinds of issues and challenges but specialize in trauma, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues. I love working with teens, adults, and couples.
Kia ora, I'm Andy. I'm here to walk with you as you process your experiences. There are times in our lives where it can help to have someone to talk to, who can listen with empathy and confidentiality. I can help you access your knowledge of yourself, your struggles, your hopes, your choices and your next steps. Come as you are and be met with acceptance and safety no matter your background, gender, cultural and spiritual identity, or ethnicity. You have found a Safe Place. www.safeplacecounselling.co.nz
Kia ora, I'm Andy. I'm here to walk with you as you process your experiences. There are times in our lives where it can help to have someone to talk to, who can listen with empathy and confidentiality. I can help you access your knowledge of yourself, your struggles, your hopes, your choices and your next steps. Come as you are and be met with acceptance and safety no matter your background, gender, cultural and spiritual identity, or ethnicity. You have found a Safe Place. www.safeplacecounselling.co.nz
Many people hesitate to seek therapy, thinking, "I don't have it that bad," or "Maybe the therapist will think I shouldn’t be there." With over 20 years in practice, I can assure you, there is never a person who couldn’t benefit from a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts, emotions, and life journey. I honor the courage it takes for anyone to embark on the path of self-discovery and healing, creating an opportunity for deeper understanding of who you truly are. Together, we will consider your unique experiences and work to bring peace and clarity to whatever challenges you are facing.
Many people hesitate to seek therapy, thinking, "I don't have it that bad," or "Maybe the therapist will think I shouldn’t be there." With over 20 years in practice, I can assure you, there is never a person who couldn’t benefit from a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts, emotions, and life journey. I honor the courage it takes for anyone to embark on the path of self-discovery and healing, creating an opportunity for deeper understanding of who you truly are. Together, we will consider your unique experiences and work to bring peace and clarity to whatever challenges you are facing.
Do you need someone safe, empathetic and genuine to speak with? Someone who is not in your usual circle, so can offer a different outlook on problems? Someone who understands life is not easy and has many challenges along the way? I enjoy working with people who have either long term or short term challenges or goals, working towards a better understanding of themselves. Perhaps life has got you down, and you are not sure where to start in your journey of reclaiming life. That is when you may find a counsellor is someone to help you through these challenges - to support you, be honest with, and to help you reach your goals.
Do you need someone safe, empathetic and genuine to speak with? Someone who is not in your usual circle, so can offer a different outlook on problems? Someone who understands life is not easy and has many challenges along the way? I enjoy working with people who have either long term or short term challenges or goals, working towards a better understanding of themselves. Perhaps life has got you down, and you are not sure where to start in your journey of reclaiming life. That is when you may find a counsellor is someone to help you through these challenges - to support you, be honest with, and to help you reach your goals.
My name is Sandy Laurenson, I am a Clinical Psychologist who offers online appointments to adolescents and adults. I have more than 10 years experience in both public and private sectors and support people with a range of difficulties (i.e., anxiety, OCD, stress, low mood, emotion dysregulation, relational difficulties, trauma and eating disorders), as well as those pursuing performance optimisation goals. I am trained in evidence-based therapies such as CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, and Mindfulness.
My name is Sandy Laurenson, I am a Clinical Psychologist who offers online appointments to adolescents and adults. I have more than 10 years experience in both public and private sectors and support people with a range of difficulties (i.e., anxiety, OCD, stress, low mood, emotion dysregulation, relational difficulties, trauma and eating disorders), as well as those pursuing performance optimisation goals. I am trained in evidence-based therapies such as CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, and Mindfulness.
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.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board and a full member of the New Zealand Psychological Society. I work part-time for Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand and part-time in private practice. I specialise in supporting young people and adults experiencing difficulties to grow in understanding of themselves and improve their daily functioning. I enjoy helping people foster self-compassion and gain skills to draw on in challenging times to move closer to the life they want for themselves.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board and a full member of the New Zealand Psychological Society. I work part-time for Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand and part-time in private practice. I specialise in supporting young people and adults experiencing difficulties to grow in understanding of themselves and improve their daily functioning. I enjoy helping people foster self-compassion and gain skills to draw on in challenging times to move closer to the life they want for themselves.
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 work with individuals, couples, youth and families. I provide individual counselling and family therapy. I have specific experience with families/whanau and children/adolescents where mental health can result in difficult in behavioural and emotional problems that fracture relationships. I provide counselling services for a wide range of issues for those 16 years of age and above. Including: Relationships, Family issues, Mediation, Caregivers raising children, Domestic Violence, Grief and loss, Trauma, Emotional regulation, Self harm & Suicidal Ideation, Anxiety & Depression, Stress, Self Esteem and Eating
I work with individuals, couples, youth and families. I provide individual counselling and family therapy. I have specific experience with families/whanau and children/adolescents where mental health can result in difficult in behavioural and emotional problems that fracture relationships. I provide counselling services for a wide range of issues for those 16 years of age and above. Including: Relationships, Family issues, Mediation, Caregivers raising children, Domestic Violence, Grief and loss, Trauma, Emotional regulation, Self harm & Suicidal Ideation, Anxiety & Depression, Stress, Self Esteem and Eating
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.
I help people rediscover their strengths, passions and purpose so they can 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 deep overwhelm.
I help people rediscover their strengths, passions and purpose so they can 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 deep overwhelm.
I enjoy working with youth and adults who are challenged by depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, self-harming behaviours, anger management, and neurodiversity. I use EMDR therapy effectively for most mental health challenges. I have experience managing my own ADHD, and both my children are neurodiverse. I can help support you with your short and long-term goals so you can focus on your future self. I have worked in the addiction field for five years and can assist you in working on the roots of your addictive thinking and behaviors and work on the distress that underlies the addiction.
I enjoy working with youth and adults who are challenged by depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, self-harming behaviours, anger management, and neurodiversity. I use EMDR therapy effectively for most mental health challenges. I have experience managing my own ADHD, and both my children are neurodiverse. I can help support you with your short and long-term goals so you can focus on your future self. I have worked in the addiction field for five years and can assist you in working on the roots of your addictive thinking and behaviors and work on the distress that underlies the addiction.
My name is Geraldine Hughes. I am a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist. I specialise in supporting infants, children and young people and their whanau where there is a range of emotional and behavioural difficulties. Through carefully understanding these difficulties, day to day functioning improves. 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.
My name is Geraldine Hughes. I am a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist. I specialise in supporting infants, children and young people and their whanau where there is a range of emotional and behavioural difficulties. Through carefully understanding these difficulties, day to day functioning improves. 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’m a qualified counsellor dedicated to helping people navigate life’s challenges & move toward meaningful, positive change.
I offer a safe, confidential, & non-judgemental space where you can begin to explore & process the difficult emotions you may be experiencing. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of someone to talk to, I’m here to listen & support you.
My approach is tailored to each individual. I don’t believe in a “one size fits all” solution. Your experiences are unique, & I will take the time to understand what they mean to you. Together, we will work at a pace that feels right for you,
I’m a qualified counsellor dedicated to helping people navigate life’s challenges & move toward meaningful, positive change.
I offer a safe, confidential, & non-judgemental space where you can begin to explore & process the difficult emotions you may be experiencing. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of someone to talk to, I’m here to listen & support you.
My approach is tailored to each individual. I don’t believe in a “one size fits all” solution. Your experiences are unique, & I will take the time to understand what they mean to you. Together, we will work at a pace that feels right for you,
I am a registered Counselling Psychologist with a special interest in working with adults. I have experience working with a variety of psychological difficulties including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, PTSD, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, OCD and emotional dysregulation.
I am a registered Counselling Psychologist with a special interest in working with adults. I have experience working with a variety of psychological difficulties including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, PTSD, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, OCD and emotional dysregulation.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.