Online Counselling for Marlborough
I offer therapy sessions in-person in Blenheim and online via Zoom from Monday to Thursday.
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 offer therapy sessions in-person in Blenheim and online via Zoom from Monday to Thursday.
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.
As Bessel van der Kolk notes, trauma is specifically an event that overwhelms the central nervous system, altering the way we process and recall memories. “Trauma is not the story of something that happened back then," he adds. "It's the current imprint of that pain, horror, and fear living inside people.” I am a well-established health professional who has dedicated my professional life working on releasing trauma in a natural, nurturing way, returning my clients to their natural state of wholeness. I call this "The Journey Home". I work from a neuroscience perspective. Harmonizing all aspects of our being Mind, Body and Soul
As Bessel van der Kolk notes, trauma is specifically an event that overwhelms the central nervous system, altering the way we process and recall memories. “Trauma is not the story of something that happened back then," he adds. "It's the current imprint of that pain, horror, and fear living inside people.” I am a well-established health professional who has dedicated my professional life working on releasing trauma in a natural, nurturing way, returning my clients to their natural state of wholeness. I call this "The Journey Home". I work from a neuroscience perspective. Harmonizing all aspects of our being Mind, Body and Soul
Online sessions available by arrangement.
Kia ora, I'm Rosemary and I wonder what's in the way of abundant living for you? Is life feeling like a challenge? Maybe you are trying to manage powerful emotions, changing personal relationships, work situations or adapting to new stages in life. Perhaps you are you struggling with grief and loss or the after effects of a traumatic life event. I believe you have strengths that we can uncover, and new pathways we can explore together, to help manage these life challenges. If you brave enough to take the first steps then step into a safe and supportive therapeutic conversation with me.
Online sessions available by arrangement.
Kia ora, I'm Rosemary and I wonder what's in the way of abundant living for you? Is life feeling like a challenge? Maybe you are trying to manage powerful emotions, changing personal relationships, work situations or adapting to new stages in life. Perhaps you are you struggling with grief and loss or the after effects of a traumatic life event. I believe you have strengths that we can uncover, and new pathways we can explore together, to help manage these life challenges. If you brave enough to take the first steps then step into a safe and supportive therapeutic conversation with me.
Hi my name is Vienna, I have a passion for working with people to find their own strengths and guide people to find the tools that will work for them to make internal change to nuture wellbeing. I am a counselor who uses all the tools of the trade to help people recognise their own strengths so that my clients are the ones who recognise that they do have tools that already support them but they have not always recognised their own strengths due to life advents impacting their life's with overwelming experiences. This is why i love what i do watching clients change how they change their lifes through their own strengths.
Hi my name is Vienna, I have a passion for working with people to find their own strengths and guide people to find the tools that will work for them to make internal change to nuture wellbeing. I am a counselor who uses all the tools of the trade to help people recognise their own strengths so that my clients are the ones who recognise that they do have tools that already support them but they have not always recognised their own strengths due to life advents impacting their life's with overwelming experiences. This is why i love what i do watching clients change how they change their lifes through their own strengths.
Online Counsellors
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialised therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.