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Naomi Carleton
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Lake Hawea 9382  (Online Only)
Naomi uses a wide range of therapy styles to suit the individual including: Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Mindfulness strategies.
Naomi is an Australian and NZ registered psychologist with 18 years experience working with adults, adolescents and children. Naomi is known for her warmth, understanding and approachability. She enjoys supporting and working alongside her clients to improve their quality of life and help them achieve their own personal goals.
Naomi uses a wide range of therapy styles to suit the individual including: Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Mindfulness strategies.
Naomi is an Australian and NZ registered psychologist with 18 years experience working with adults, adolescents and children. Naomi is known for her warmth, understanding and approachability. She enjoys supporting and working alongside her clients to improve their quality of life and help them achieve their own personal goals.
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Samantha Spafford
Psychologist, MSc, NZPsS Member
Verified Verified
Dunedin 9010
If you are looking for a warm, caring and also highly effective psychologist then I think you have come to the right place. I tailor my approach to fit your goals and circumstances. Using standardised measures we will reflect together on how things progress over the time we work together. Seeing this progress is really important for both of us. It's great for you to see the gains that you are achieving and it also helps us stay on track with things that are important to you. I provide a telehealth psychology service via a secure high-quality video platform. This means you can access your appointment from home. Easy!
If you are looking for a warm, caring and also highly effective psychologist then I think you have come to the right place. I tailor my approach to fit your goals and circumstances. Using standardised measures we will reflect together on how things progress over the time we work together. Seeing this progress is really important for both of us. It's great for you to see the gains that you are achieving and it also helps us stay on track with things that are important to you. I provide a telehealth psychology service via a secure high-quality video platform. This means you can access your appointment from home. Easy!
0800 327 477 View 0800 327 477
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Jonathan Lee
Counsellor, MSc, MNZAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wanaka 9305
Better Self - Better Relationships - Better World. If you're wanting more confidence in yourself, more trust in your relationships, and more acceptance in the world, then I may be able to help. You'll find me an active listener. Through evidence-based interventions, I'll build a supportive therapeutic alliance with you, enabling you to achieve positive change. However, this requires your commitment to effort, time, and investment. The average course is some half dozen sessions, while deeper issues generally need more. Currently, I'm able to offer $890 as prepayment for 6 standard 50-minute sessions - more than a 10% discount.
Better Self - Better Relationships - Better World. If you're wanting more confidence in yourself, more trust in your relationships, and more acceptance in the world, then I may be able to help. You'll find me an active listener. Through evidence-based interventions, I'll build a supportive therapeutic alliance with you, enabling you to achieve positive change. However, this requires your commitment to effort, time, and investment. The average course is some half dozen sessions, while deeper issues generally need more. Currently, I'm able to offer $890 as prepayment for 6 standard 50-minute sessions - more than a 10% discount.
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Talia Norriss
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dunedin 9016
14/4/24 Current space available! I enjoy working with people from a diverse set of backgrounds and ages. I believe that therapy can bring meaningful change for those I work with. You may be wondering if therapy is the right approach for you, and not know where to start or what to say. That is completely normal! I aim to create a safe space where we can explore what brings you to therapy. I provide a personalised flexible approach to help people get the most out of sessions, and offer practical tools that can be used in everyday life. I offer sessions outside business hours for those who need flexibility. Christchurch or online.
14/4/24 Current space available! I enjoy working with people from a diverse set of backgrounds and ages. I believe that therapy can bring meaningful change for those I work with. You may be wondering if therapy is the right approach for you, and not know where to start or what to say. That is completely normal! I aim to create a safe space where we can explore what brings you to therapy. I provide a personalised flexible approach to help people get the most out of sessions, and offer practical tools that can be used in everyday life. I offer sessions outside business hours for those who need flexibility. Christchurch or online.
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Online Therapists

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Hannah Orpin
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Auckland 0632  (Online Only)
Hannah provides tailored advice and evidence-based interventions which draw upon techniques from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Client-Centred Counselling and Motivational Interviewing.
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 provides tailored advice and evidence-based interventions which draw upon techniques from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Client-Centred Counselling and Motivational Interviewing.
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.
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Zainab Badat
Occupational therapist
Verified Verified
As a mental health occupational therapist I bring a holistic and strengths-based approach when engaging with young people (ages 8-21) facing a wide range of challenges including anxiety, low mood and self-esteem, intense emotional reactions, and body image issues. These symptoms can significantly disrupt daily activities, and I am passionate about supporting young people to uncover their true potential and thrive!
As a mental health occupational therapist I bring a holistic and strengths-based approach when engaging with young people (ages 8-21) facing a wide range of challenges including anxiety, low mood and self-esteem, intense emotional reactions, and body image issues. These symptoms can significantly disrupt daily activities, and I am passionate about supporting young people to uncover their true potential and thrive!
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Pukatea Counselling
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
When one person in the family/whanau is unwell, the whole family feels it. Their distress can be felt throughout the whole family/whanau. I work with children and adults in a full range of relationship and psychological problems, including conflict, child and teenager anxiety and stress, depression, anxiety and eating disorders, stressful events, death, loss or financial troubles. I view problems as separate from people and that people have skills, beliefs, values and abilities that will assist them on their individual journeys.
When one person in the family/whanau is unwell, the whole family feels it. Their distress can be felt throughout the whole family/whanau. I work with children and adults in a full range of relationship and psychological problems, including conflict, child and teenager anxiety and stress, depression, anxiety and eating disorders, stressful events, death, loss or financial troubles. I view problems as separate from people and that people have skills, beliefs, values and abilities that will assist them on their individual journeys.
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Mind Matters Most - Sander Sollie
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
Whether you’re interested in personal development and change, organizing and exploring group dynamics or learning and training, you might just have found what you were looking for. There is a way to overcome any problem and a personalised approach guided by excellent clinical skills, is the best and most effective way to reach that goal. Improve your performance, quit smoking, lose weight, lift your mood, face your challenges, reduce anxiety and help yourself to become who you want to be.
Whether you’re interested in personal development and change, organizing and exploring group dynamics or learning and training, you might just have found what you were looking for. There is a way to overcome any problem and a personalised approach guided by excellent clinical skills, is the best and most effective way to reach that goal. Improve your performance, quit smoking, lose weight, lift your mood, face your challenges, reduce anxiety and help yourself to become who you want to be.
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Everwell Therapy
Counsellor, MA, MNZAC
Verified Verified
I have provided therapy for children, teenagers, and adults with 25+ years of experience in schools, University, and specialist residential treatment agencies. I draw from a number of therapeutic modalities that enables me to provide psychological and counselling support for a broad range of concerns including mental health, mood and emotional regulation, disordered eating, complex trauma, and grief.
I have provided therapy for children, teenagers, and adults with 25+ years of experience in schools, University, and specialist residential treatment agencies. I draw from a number of therapeutic modalities that enables me to provide psychological and counselling support for a broad range of concerns including mental health, mood and emotional regulation, disordered eating, complex trauma, and grief.
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Valentina Bargiacchi
Counsellor, MNZAC
Verified Verified
I am passionate about helping people through their change and growth process. With over 10 years experience as a counsellor, I am able to offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to explore any challenges you face. I provide both short and long-term therapy with an approach that is warm and respectful; that gives you the space to explore thoughts and feelings to gain greater clarity and insight; that works alongside you to find new ways of coping; and supports you to identify goals, strengths and values. Together we can work to find solutions so you can live a rich and meaningful life.
I am passionate about helping people through their change and growth process. With over 10 years experience as a counsellor, I am able to offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to explore any challenges you face. I provide both short and long-term therapy with an approach that is warm and respectful; that gives you the space to explore thoughts and feelings to gain greater clarity and insight; that works alongside you to find new ways of coping; and supports you to identify goals, strengths and values. Together we can work to find solutions so you can live a rich and meaningful life.
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Bindiya Patel
Verified Verified
Kia Ora and Namaste, My name is Bindiya and I am working as a Counsellor in Tauranga. I am passionate about my work and helping others. I have experience in working with substance and behavioural addiction, mental health issues and Trauma counselling. I speak Gujarati, Hindi, English and understand Punjabi. I practice spirituality, daily worship, meditation and yoga.
Kia Ora and Namaste, My name is Bindiya and I am working as a Counsellor in Tauranga. I am passionate about my work and helping others. I have experience in working with substance and behavioural addiction, mental health issues and Trauma counselling. I speak Gujarati, Hindi, English and understand Punjabi. I practice spirituality, daily worship, meditation and yoga.
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Restoring Minds Therapy
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Therapy is a place to feel known and understood, a place to overcome painful experiences, and explore new ways of being with yourself and others. ​
Therapy is a place to feel known and understood, a place to overcome painful experiences, and explore new ways of being with yourself and others. ​
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Michelle Skerrett
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Kia ora my name is Michelle & I welcome those affected &/or seeking support with: Addiction issues, Couples therapy, Personal relationships, Coping with trauma, Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Identity concerns, Adjustment/Life transition, Grief and Loss, Stress and Anxiety, Issues with Depression, Emotional/Behavioral issues. I am diverse and inclusive working from a person-centered, strength-based approach with efficient use of various, eclectic therapeutic modalities. It is my passion to foster individual and collective empowerment, integration and growth whilst clinically drawing on one's own strengths & goals.
Kia ora my name is Michelle & I welcome those affected &/or seeking support with: Addiction issues, Couples therapy, Personal relationships, Coping with trauma, Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Identity concerns, Adjustment/Life transition, Grief and Loss, Stress and Anxiety, Issues with Depression, Emotional/Behavioral issues. I am diverse and inclusive working from a person-centered, strength-based approach with efficient use of various, eclectic therapeutic modalities. It is my passion to foster individual and collective empowerment, integration and growth whilst clinically drawing on one's own strengths & goals.
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Auckland Mental Wellness Centre
Psychologist, MPsych, NZPsS Member
Verified Verified
Auckland Mental Wellness Centre has a team of registered psychologists. We aim to provide professional, and confidential psychology service for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Our psychologists are experienced and certified supervisors to provide Clinical Supervision and Training for professionals. Our service include general and specialised psychological assessment, diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of relational, psychological, emotional, social and behavioural issues. We also do assessment report to Court and Immigration NZ.
Auckland Mental Wellness Centre has a team of registered psychologists. We aim to provide professional, and confidential psychology service for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Our psychologists are experienced and certified supervisors to provide Clinical Supervision and Training for professionals. Our service include general and specialised psychological assessment, diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of relational, psychological, emotional, social and behavioural issues. We also do assessment report to Court and Immigration NZ.
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Daisy Corby
Verified Verified
Haere Mai, Welcome. I’m Daisy, and I am a certified EMDR therapist and member of EMDRNZ. I approach therapy from the understanding that our past and present are intrinsically linked, and that much of what causes us suffering in the here and now can be traced back to difficult experiences in our past. Anything that happens too much, too fast, too soon, or not enough can overwhelm our brain and lead to trauma. EMDR can be used as a tool to help jump-start our brain's natural healing process so that you can learn to live more fully in the present.
Haere Mai, Welcome. I’m Daisy, and I am a certified EMDR therapist and member of EMDRNZ. I approach therapy from the understanding that our past and present are intrinsically linked, and that much of what causes us suffering in the here and now can be traced back to difficult experiences in our past. Anything that happens too much, too fast, too soon, or not enough can overwhelm our brain and lead to trauma. EMDR can be used as a tool to help jump-start our brain's natural healing process so that you can learn to live more fully in the present.
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Cobus du Plessis
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Therapy is a specialized conversation, which is both a science and an art. It creates a deep relational connection and a safe space, where we can heal, grow stronger, or just move forward. We do this by discovering who we are, what we want, and how to get there. I am passionate about meeting people, journeying with them, facilitating change, and watching as they become more at ease within themself, with others, their world, and spirituality.
Therapy is a specialized conversation, which is both a science and an art. It creates a deep relational connection and a safe space, where we can heal, grow stronger, or just move forward. We do this by discovering who we are, what we want, and how to get there. I am passionate about meeting people, journeying with them, facilitating change, and watching as they become more at ease within themself, with others, their world, and spirituality.
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Lynlee Jane Wilson
Psychologist
Verified Verified
I am a Registered Psychologist (1991) I have been working with a wide range of people over the past 30 years and I have a diversity of experience to draw from. I relate to people from all walks of life in a calm and reassuring manner. My clients have commented that I am easy to work with and that I help them get really tangible results. "Lynlee is fantastic and someone that I highly recommend. Her style is attentive, encouraging and challenging at the same time. Lynlee is one of the few people that I know who can help". I can provide on line services out of Auckland or indeed NZ, globally available, particularly to NZer's o/seas
I am a Registered Psychologist (1991) I have been working with a wide range of people over the past 30 years and I have a diversity of experience to draw from. I relate to people from all walks of life in a calm and reassuring manner. My clients have commented that I am easy to work with and that I help them get really tangible results. "Lynlee is fantastic and someone that I highly recommend. Her style is attentive, encouraging and challenging at the same time. Lynlee is one of the few people that I know who can help". I can provide on line services out of Auckland or indeed NZ, globally available, particularly to NZer's o/seas
0800 627 004 x45 View 0800 627 004 x45
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Rebecca Thurlow
Psychologist, MPsych
Verified Verified
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.
0800 627 024 x79 View 0800 627 024 x79
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Violeta Gaddum
Psychotherapist, MSc
Verified Verified
As part of life, we all run into unexpected surprises, stresses, and losses. We change. These transitions can have an impact on our feelings, creating sometimes physical problems and/or impairing our ability to cope. Reaching out for help can be a scary thing for many people, and I am committed to help you access the resources you need to live life with integrity and quality. As a therapist, I believe in building a warm, trusting and collaborative relationship with you so that together we can get through your difficulties, developing and expanding your confidence in reaching your goals.
As part of life, we all run into unexpected surprises, stresses, and losses. We change. These transitions can have an impact on our feelings, creating sometimes physical problems and/or impairing our ability to cope. Reaching out for help can be a scary thing for many people, and I am committed to help you access the resources you need to live life with integrity and quality. As a therapist, I believe in building a warm, trusting and collaborative relationship with you so that together we can get through your difficulties, developing and expanding your confidence in reaching your goals.
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The Branch Counseling
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Blenheim 7201  (Online Only)
Hi I'm Glenda, I will provide a non-judgmental, empathetic and compassionate space for you to address what matters to you at your pace. I approach your personal reality from a place of simple curiosity, not assuming or judging anything. I am confident that the expert in your life is you and have full confidence that together we can find the solutions to problems that work to set you on the path you want to be.
Hi I'm Glenda, I will provide a non-judgmental, empathetic and compassionate space for you to address what matters to you at your pace. I approach your personal reality from a place of simple curiosity, not assuming or judging anything. I am confident that the expert in your life is you and have full confidence that together we can find the solutions to problems that work to set you on the path you want to be.
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Motivational Interviewing Counsellors

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathises, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviours in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behaviour.