Anxiety Therapists in Whakatane
The feeling of depression or anxiety may sometimes be hard to differentiate.
With me, you'll experience a different approach. We will tap into your creativity, teach you self-care techniques, Identify those unhelpful thought patterns, and overcome the beliefs that have been holding you back.
The feeling of depression or anxiety may sometimes be hard to differentiate.
With me, you'll experience a different approach. We will tap into your creativity, teach you self-care techniques, Identify those unhelpful thought patterns, and overcome the beliefs that have been holding you back.
Together we'll unpack the patterns of anxiety, overthinking, and self-doubt.
Tired of living in your head? I work with overthinkers, people pleasers, and ADHDers who look fine on the outside but feel quietly exhausted and disconnected on the inside. Perhaps you've spent a long time making yourself smaller so others could feel more comfortable. You're not broken – you're just ready to stop shrinking.
Together we'll unpack the patterns of anxiety, overthinking, and self-doubt.
Tired of living in your head? I work with overthinkers, people pleasers, and ADHDers who look fine on the outside but feel quietly exhausted and disconnected on the inside. Perhaps you've spent a long time making yourself smaller so others could feel more comfortable. You're not broken – you're just ready to stop shrinking.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself.
I bring a compassionate, evidence-based approach to therapy. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore challenges, heal from past experiences, and develop meaningful strategies for lasting change.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself.
I bring a compassionate, evidence-based approach to therapy. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore challenges, heal from past experiences, and develop meaningful strategies for lasting change.
Trauma Informed Care is useful when patents have experienced trauma and need a hand to overcome hurt, anxiety and fear.
Hi I am Marleen I really enjoy and am committed to helping patients improve their quality of life and start smiling again. So if you are struggling with anxiety, hurt, low self-esteem, and want to build resilience, it would be good to consider engaging in therapy.
Trauma Informed Care is useful when patents have experienced trauma and need a hand to overcome hurt, anxiety and fear.
Hi I am Marleen I really enjoy and am committed to helping patients improve their quality of life and start smiling again. So if you are struggling with anxiety, hurt, low self-esteem, and want to build resilience, it would be good to consider engaging in therapy.
I offer a safe, respectful, and collaborative space where clients can explore what matters most to them. I work alongside clients aged 7 and older to understand their experiences, build practical skills, and support meaningful personal growth at a pace that feels right for them.
I offer a safe, respectful, and collaborative space where clients can explore what matters most to them. I work alongside clients aged 7 and older to understand their experiences, build practical skills, and support meaningful personal growth at a pace that feels right for them.
Kia ora,
I offer bicultural therapy for anyone moving through grief, exhaustion, life transitions, or feeling disconnected from whānau, wairua, and the care that sustains us. My practice is grounded in kaupapa Māori values, deep listening and restorative kōrero. Together, we untangle heaviness, rekindle insight, and reconnect with purpose while honouring whakapapa and the mauri of your wellbeing. This service is grounded in bicultural therapy, which currently sits outside ACC’s physical treatment criteria. I welcome referrals from EAP and Hauora aligned providers, also offering flexible options for self-funded sessions.
Mauri ora.
Kia ora,
I offer bicultural therapy for anyone moving through grief, exhaustion, life transitions, or feeling disconnected from whānau, wairua, and the care that sustains us. My practice is grounded in kaupapa Māori values, deep listening and restorative kōrero. Together, we untangle heaviness, rekindle insight, and reconnect with purpose while honouring whakapapa and the mauri of your wellbeing. This service is grounded in bicultural therapy, which currently sits outside ACC’s physical treatment criteria. I welcome referrals from EAP and Hauora aligned providers, also offering flexible options for self-funded sessions.
Mauri ora.
We all experience times in life when things are just too much and feel too hard to deal with on our own. It can be hard to talk to friends and family as often there can be an agenda. Counselling is a space where you can be you, without any judgement, and I believe the hard times in life teach us the most. Counselling is my passion and I enjoy giving people the opportunity to have a space to look at issues without being judged. I believe many people have not had the opportunity to really experience being listened to, this can enable you to create great changes in your life.
We all experience times in life when things are just too much and feel too hard to deal with on our own. It can be hard to talk to friends and family as often there can be an agenda. Counselling is a space where you can be you, without any judgement, and I believe the hard times in life teach us the most. Counselling is my passion and I enjoy giving people the opportunity to have a space to look at issues without being judged. I believe many people have not had the opportunity to really experience being listened to, this can enable you to create great changes in your life.
Tena Koutou, ko Anihera Tahu-Hepworth ahau. Hello, I’m Anihera. I whakapapa back to the East Coast of the North Island and Waikaremoana in the central North Island of New Zealand. I am from Ngati Porou & Tuhoe iwi through my mother and father. Offering a confidential, compassionate and non-judgmental service for people from all walks of life. Are you needing relief from difficult life stresses and complexities? Nau mai, Haere mai, you are welcome to contact me.
Tena Koutou, ko Anihera Tahu-Hepworth ahau. Hello, I’m Anihera. I whakapapa back to the East Coast of the North Island and Waikaremoana in the central North Island of New Zealand. I am from Ngati Porou & Tuhoe iwi through my mother and father. Offering a confidential, compassionate and non-judgmental service for people from all walks of life. Are you needing relief from difficult life stresses and complexities? Nau mai, Haere mai, you are welcome to contact me.
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I work with people who struggle with health, mood & mindset, including depression, anxiety, or simply feeling a bit 'meh' and directionless.
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 with people who struggle with health, mood & mindset, including depression, anxiety, or simply feeling a bit 'meh' and directionless.
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.
CKC Counsellor Kristen Cook
Counsellor, MCouns, MNZAC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
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’.
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 use specific modalities best suited to my clients needs. Everyone is different therefore It’s important to ensure clients receive the type of therapy that works for them and not a ‘one shoe fits all’ attitude. I’ve worked with many male clients successfully, and my ability to form a trusting relationship with them has helped with relationship Counselling.
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 use specific modalities best suited to my clients needs. Everyone is different therefore It’s important to ensure clients receive the type of therapy that works for them and not a ‘one shoe fits all’ attitude. I’ve worked with many male clients successfully, and my ability to form a trusting relationship with them has helped with relationship Counselling.
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I am a 45-year-old pākehā counsellor based in the Bay of Plenty, offering both in-person and online therapy services. My professional training and ongoing development have been deeply grounded in both te ao Māori, and western evidence-based clinical frameworks, reflecting a bicultural approach to therapeutic practice in Aotearoa. This integration strongly informs my therapeutic worldview and supports a holistic, relational approach to wellbeing.
Therapy with me is collaborative and respectful, with a focus on creating safety, restoring balance and supporting meaningful, sustainable change.
Kia ora :)
I am a 45-year-old pākehā counsellor based in the Bay of Plenty, offering both in-person and online therapy services. My professional training and ongoing development have been deeply grounded in both te ao Māori, and western evidence-based clinical frameworks, reflecting a bicultural approach to therapeutic practice in Aotearoa. This integration strongly informs my therapeutic worldview and supports a holistic, relational approach to wellbeing.
Therapy with me is collaborative and respectful, with a focus on creating safety, restoring balance and supporting meaningful, sustainable change.
I am an experienced Social Worker, Counsellor and Group Facilitator that has been involved in clinical work for the past 10+ years. I work alongside clients who are navigating major life transitions, coping with mental health challenges, or seeking greater self-awareness. My top specialties are relationship dynamics, men's issues, intimate partner abuse and violence, anger management, communication, and parenting.
I am an experienced Social Worker, Counsellor and Group Facilitator that has been involved in clinical work for the past 10+ years. I work alongside clients who are navigating major life transitions, coping with mental health challenges, or seeking greater self-awareness. My top specialties are relationship dynamics, men's issues, intimate partner abuse and violence, anger management, communication, and parenting.
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 specialty in Addictions. 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 specialty in Addictions. 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.
Whether your navigating anxiety, depression, grief, or family harm, I'm here to walk alongside you to discover your own resilience and capacity for growth.
I specialize in helping build self-esteem, develop healthy coping strategies during times of change, and managing stress in ways that feel sustainable and authentic to you. My goal is to help you not just survive difficult moments, but to discover your own resilience and capacity for growth.
Whether your navigating anxiety, depression, grief, or family harm, I'm here to walk alongside you to discover your own resilience and capacity for growth.
I specialize in helping build self-esteem, develop healthy coping strategies during times of change, and managing stress in ways that feel sustainable and authentic to you. My goal is to help you not just survive difficult moments, but to discover your own resilience and capacity for growth.
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.
I'm mindful of how our past shapes how we feel and respond today, and we’ll work together to understand what’s holding you back and strengthen the resources that help you feel more steady and connected. I draw on evidence-based approaches ACT, DBT-informed therapy, CBT, EMDR, SFT, Narrative, Gestalt, and Family Systems Therapy, and tailor therapy to you.
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.
I'm mindful of how our past shapes how we feel and respond today, and we’ll work together to understand what’s holding you back and strengthen the resources that help you feel more steady and connected. I draw on evidence-based approaches ACT, DBT-informed therapy, CBT, EMDR, SFT, Narrative, Gestalt, and Family Systems Therapy, and tailor therapy to you.
In addition to individual therapy, I lead various groups in-person or online, offering psychoeducation and skills for regulating emotions, coping with anxiety, communicating effectively, relationship skills and boundary setting, and an introductory group with an Internal Family Systems informed framework to begin to get to know ourselves from this perspective.
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.
In addition to individual therapy, I lead various groups in-person or online, offering psychoeducation and skills for regulating emotions, coping with anxiety, communicating effectively, relationship skills and boundary setting, and an introductory group with an Internal Family Systems informed framework to begin to get to know ourselves from this perspective.
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.
I support clients dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions.
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.
I support clients dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions.
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.
As a clinical psychologist, I am committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for my clients. With a person-centered approach, I prioritise understanding your unique experiences and emotions, allowing us to work together to develop the skills you need to navigate life’s challenges.
I have an easy-going and down-to-earth style and utilise evidence-based practices to inform our sessions. My goal is to help you manage your emotions and develop practical skills.
As a clinical psychologist, I am committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for my clients. With a person-centered approach, I prioritise understanding your unique experiences and emotions, allowing us to work together to develop the skills you need to navigate life’s challenges.
I have an easy-going and down-to-earth style and utilise evidence-based practices to inform our sessions. My goal is to help you manage your emotions and develop practical skills.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck—overwhelmed by anxiety, relationship strain, unresolved trauma, or the weight of past experiences.
I support adults navigating ADHD, relationships, grief, trauma and life transitions. Using a warm, person-centred and trauma-informed approach, I offer practical tools, clarity and emotional support to help you heal, grow and build a more grounded, empowered life.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck—overwhelmed by anxiety, relationship strain, unresolved trauma, or the weight of past experiences.
I support adults navigating ADHD, relationships, grief, trauma and life transitions. Using a warm, person-centred and trauma-informed approach, I offer practical tools, clarity and emotional support to help you heal, grow and build a more grounded, empowered life.
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When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.