Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Palmerston North
Lynley has a special interest in trauma and grief work and is able to work with trauma memories using a new psychological intervention.
Lynley is a Senior Counsellor with extensive experience working with people around a variety of issues. She is in private practice and holds a number of contracts, Victim Support and ACC and is an appointed family court counsellor. She also works for a NGO. Lynley is constantly attending professional development in a way that allows her to keep up with new ways of working.
Lynley has a special interest in trauma and grief work and is able to work with trauma memories using a new psychological intervention.
Lynley is a Senior Counsellor with extensive experience working with people around a variety of issues. She is in private practice and holds a number of contracts, Victim Support and ACC and is an appointed family court counsellor. She also works for a NGO. Lynley is constantly attending professional development in a way that allows her to keep up with new ways of working.
I have a particular interest and experience in assisting men and women who have suffered personal or intergenerational trauma, along with relationship issues.
Our first session will focus on clarifying what brings you to counselling and working with you to plan a way ahead. I aim to provide a warm, empathetic and supportive space but if you don’t feel we align, I can help you find a different therapist. I am straightforward and can be direct if need be.
I have a particular interest and experience in assisting men and women who have suffered personal or intergenerational trauma, along with relationship issues.
Our first session will focus on clarifying what brings you to counselling and working with you to plan a way ahead. I aim to provide a warm, empathetic and supportive space but if you don’t feel we align, I can help you find a different therapist. I am straightforward and can be direct if need be.
With experience providing long-term, trauma-informed counselling, I offer a safe, collaborative and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, supported and work towards your goals.
If you find yourself struggling with low self-esteem, caught in unhelpful patterns, experiencing obsessive/intrusive thoughts, feeling like food controls you or feeling disconnected from your body, know that there is a path to improving your life and healing. I am here to help provide the support you need to grow and heal in order to reach your goals.
With experience providing long-term, trauma-informed counselling, I offer a safe, collaborative and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, supported and work towards your goals.
If you find yourself struggling with low self-esteem, caught in unhelpful patterns, experiencing obsessive/intrusive thoughts, feeling like food controls you or feeling disconnected from your body, know that there is a path to improving your life and healing. I am here to help provide the support you need to grow and heal in order to reach your goals.
I mix in havening and hypnosis which essentially dissolves away the trauma response leaving intact the objective memory and the wisdom - without you having to go into a lot of painful detail of the trauma.
Do you feel like your mind and body are being hijacked by recent or old traumatic events? Do you feel like you lose control of your thoughts and behaviour? Are you being held back from living the life you want? Of being the parent, partner, colleague or leader, you want to be? You are frustrated that you can't shake it off? It's exhausting and affecting your relationships and coping skills. You just want to be free of it and get on with your life. You may also be holding back from getting professional support because you can't bear to talk about it. What if you could resolve this with minimal talking and time?
I mix in havening and hypnosis which essentially dissolves away the trauma response leaving intact the objective memory and the wisdom - without you having to go into a lot of painful detail of the trauma.
Do you feel like your mind and body are being hijacked by recent or old traumatic events? Do you feel like you lose control of your thoughts and behaviour? Are you being held back from living the life you want? Of being the parent, partner, colleague or leader, you want to be? You are frustrated that you can't shake it off? It's exhausting and affecting your relationships and coping skills. You just want to be free of it and get on with your life. You may also be holding back from getting professional support because you can't bear to talk about it. What if you could resolve this with minimal talking and time?
Specialties: Mood Disorders, ADHD, Autism, Mental Health, Trauma, Anxiety-Management, Dynamics in Relationships/Conflict, Religious or Spiritual Trauma, Self-Esteem, Goal-setting.
Perhaps you are overwhelmed with depression or anxiety, feel helpless or hopeless and you want to get yourself back again - enjoy life? Perhaps you find life is unfulfilling, you feel stuck in the same rut and struggle to change your life to be more what you would like it to be? Or are you experiencing conflict, relationship issues, self-esteem issues or stress and need help and support at this time? Together we can find a way forward. I am the author of the "Out of the Fog" programme delivered in group and individual therapy which has helped hundreds of people to recover/become well from depression/anxiety.
Specialties: Mood Disorders, ADHD, Autism, Mental Health, Trauma, Anxiety-Management, Dynamics in Relationships/Conflict, Religious or Spiritual Trauma, Self-Esteem, Goal-setting.
Perhaps you are overwhelmed with depression or anxiety, feel helpless or hopeless and you want to get yourself back again - enjoy life? Perhaps you find life is unfulfilling, you feel stuck in the same rut and struggle to change your life to be more what you would like it to be? Or are you experiencing conflict, relationship issues, self-esteem issues or stress and need help and support at this time? Together we can find a way forward. I am the author of the "Out of the Fog" programme delivered in group and individual therapy which has helped hundreds of people to recover/become well from depression/anxiety.
I am a registered counsellor with The New Zealand Association of Counsellors with over 5 years experience working with a wide range of ages presenting with various issues/challenges. I provide individual and couples counselling.
I am a registered counsellor with The New Zealand Association of Counsellors with over 5 years experience working with a wide range of ages presenting with various issues/challenges. I provide individual and couples counselling.
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I offer therapy, support and care around the issues affecting your life. I have a particular interest in working with clients affected by disordered eating.
My work is underpinned by 25 years of experience with both children and adults, having trained as a Social Worker and then specialising with Post Graduate Training in Child Psychotherapy. More recently I have completed 5 years training in Transactional Analysis and am now a qualified psychotherapist. I believe strongly that people are the experts in their own lives and as such my role is around enabling people to access their own wisdom and knowledge.
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I offer therapy, support and care around the issues affecting your life. I have a particular interest in working with clients affected by disordered eating.
My work is underpinned by 25 years of experience with both children and adults, having trained as a Social Worker and then specialising with Post Graduate Training in Child Psychotherapy. More recently I have completed 5 years training in Transactional Analysis and am now a qualified psychotherapist. I believe strongly that people are the experts in their own lives and as such my role is around enabling people to access their own wisdom and knowledge.
As a Psychotherapist I am passionate about seeing people grow and change to achieve a fulfilling quality of life and to enjoy thriving relationships.
I work with individuals and couples.
As a Psychotherapist I am passionate about seeing people grow and change to achieve a fulfilling quality of life and to enjoy thriving relationships.
I work with individuals and couples.
Kiaora. I am looking forward to meeting and working with you on finding your authentic self. I like to encourage you to become curious about yourself and where your thoughts and emotions come from. Or how you can cope with the problems that arise from everyday living. Life can really throw some punches and often you are not given a choice. My role is to be there for you, encouraging exploration and change and an ability to ride out the waves.
Kiaora. I am looking forward to meeting and working with you on finding your authentic self. I like to encourage you to become curious about yourself and where your thoughts and emotions come from. Or how you can cope with the problems that arise from everyday living. Life can really throw some punches and often you are not given a choice. My role is to be there for you, encouraging exploration and change and an ability to ride out the waves.
Kia ora koutou. Sometimes everything can get too much and is hard to navigate. Sometimes the inside gets really noisy, and it becomes hard to operate. It is completely normal to experience and to get stuck in these times or perhaps notice some unhelpful patterns of behaviour. I'm passionate about supporting people to find their way through these times. Together we will explore your world. To help you understand where you are; see different perspectives; and help you find practical solutions; that will initially help you cope and then begin to move forward.
Kia ora koutou. Sometimes everything can get too much and is hard to navigate. Sometimes the inside gets really noisy, and it becomes hard to operate. It is completely normal to experience and to get stuck in these times or perhaps notice some unhelpful patterns of behaviour. I'm passionate about supporting people to find their way through these times. Together we will explore your world. To help you understand where you are; see different perspectives; and help you find practical solutions; that will initially help you cope and then begin to move forward.
Having been trained as both a psychotherapist and a Yoga psychology teacher, I view life’s experiences as integral to our soul’s journey toward wholeness. By learning from our past and transcending suffering, we cultivate greater awareness, awaken our inner light, uncover our purpose, and recognize our innate qualities & gifts.
My approach integrates the scientific foundations of Western psychology—including psychodynamic & transpersonal perspectives—with the wisdom of Eastern and Indigenous traditions, such as Yoga philosophy & mindfulness. If this perspective resonates with you, I would be honoured to support you on your journey.
Having been trained as both a psychotherapist and a Yoga psychology teacher, I view life’s experiences as integral to our soul’s journey toward wholeness. By learning from our past and transcending suffering, we cultivate greater awareness, awaken our inner light, uncover our purpose, and recognize our innate qualities & gifts.
My approach integrates the scientific foundations of Western psychology—including psychodynamic & transpersonal perspectives—with the wisdom of Eastern and Indigenous traditions, such as Yoga philosophy & mindfulness. If this perspective resonates with you, I would be honoured to support you on your journey.
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I am an enthusiastic, energetic and reliable individual with a wealth of experiences combined with appropriate qualifications who has been supporting individuals through general, complex and diverse issues they may experience. I believe in creative yet simple ways to bring out positive emotional, social and cognitive changes in people. I have a diverse and comprehensive educational background from the University of Adelaide and Delhi (India). I have current police checks, all my DCSI screenings. Providing E-Counselling to NRIs and Indians. In one sentence, encouraging self care, positivity and mental health is my life’s passion.
I am an enthusiastic, energetic and reliable individual with a wealth of experiences combined with appropriate qualifications who has been supporting individuals through general, complex and diverse issues they may experience. I believe in creative yet simple ways to bring out positive emotional, social and cognitive changes in people. I have a diverse and comprehensive educational background from the University of Adelaide and Delhi (India). I have current police checks, all my DCSI screenings. Providing E-Counselling to NRIs and Indians. In one sentence, encouraging self care, positivity and mental health is my life’s passion.
Megan is a New Zealand Registered Psychologist with 10 years experience. Originally from South Africa, Megan has worked in various clinical settings and supervision roles. Prior to moving to New Zealand in 2019, she was in private practice working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families, and has since gained experience in the New Zealand forensic context.
Megan is a New Zealand Registered Psychologist with 10 years experience. Originally from South Africa, Megan has worked in various clinical settings and supervision roles. Prior to moving to New Zealand in 2019, she was in private practice working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families, and has since gained experience in the New Zealand forensic context.
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I have experience working with people who are struggling with a wide range of difficulties, including trauma, PTSD, sexualised abuse and relationships.
I was born and raised in Te-Whanganui-a-Tara and live here now with my wife and our cat Scrungle. I identify as queer and use she/her pronouns. In my free time, I love cooking and enjoying board games with friends.
I encourage you to reach out if you have any questions or would like to learn more about how we can work together.
I have experience working with people who are struggling with a wide range of difficulties, including trauma, PTSD, sexualised abuse and relationships.
I was born and raised in Te-Whanganui-a-Tara and live here now with my wife and our cat Scrungle. I identify as queer and use she/her pronouns. In my free time, I love cooking and enjoying board games with friends.
I encourage you to reach out if you have any questions or would like to learn more about how we can work together.
I have extensive and varied experience working with many kinds of issues and challenges but specialise in trauma, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues.
I believe everyone is different and responds to different approaches this is why in my practice I incorporate different counselling techniques such as CBT Narrative, Solution Focused Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I have a passion for seeing people overcome obstacles and be their best selves.
I have extensive and varied experience working with many kinds of issues and challenges but specialise in trauma, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues.
I believe everyone is different and responds to different approaches this is why in my practice I incorporate different counselling techniques such as CBT Narrative, Solution Focused Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I have a passion for seeing people overcome obstacles and be their best selves.
My approach is informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, Polyvagal Theory, Somatic Therapy, neurobiology of trauma and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
So often we talk or act in ways we wouldn't choose to if we were being our authentic selves. I use a 'parts approach' to help my clients make sense of their mind and bodies. With awareness, they learn to respond to stressors in their life with more choice and freedom.
My approach is informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, Polyvagal Theory, Somatic Therapy, neurobiology of trauma and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
So often we talk or act in ways we wouldn't choose to if we were being our authentic selves. I use a 'parts approach' to help my clients make sense of their mind and bodies. With awareness, they learn to respond to stressors in their life with more choice and freedom.
Hi, I’m Tam – an online therapist specializing in anxiety, panic attacks, adult ADHD, addictions, and offering support through stressful or traumatic life events such as the loss of a loved one, divorce, trauma, illness, career pressure, relationship challenges, and dating issues.
My approach to therapy is both compassionate and practical. I’m here to support you as you work through difficult emotions, while also sharing effective science-backed tools to help you make meaningful changes in your life. My goal is to help you feel better now, and more confident and in control as you face life’s ups and downs.
Hi, I’m Tam – an online therapist specializing in anxiety, panic attacks, adult ADHD, addictions, and offering support through stressful or traumatic life events such as the loss of a loved one, divorce, trauma, illness, career pressure, relationship challenges, and dating issues.
My approach to therapy is both compassionate and practical. I’m here to support you as you work through difficult emotions, while also sharing effective science-backed tools to help you make meaningful changes in your life. My goal is to help you feel better now, and more confident and in control as you face life’s ups and downs.
I have experience working with a variety of difficulties including anxiety, OCD, panic, PTSD/ trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, mood difficulties and low self-esteem.
I am trained in evidence based therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Eye-Movement, Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I also provide parenting skills and strategies from the Positive Parenting Programme (Triple P) and an Emotion Coaching approach.
I have experience working with a variety of difficulties including anxiety, OCD, panic, PTSD/ trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, mood difficulties and low self-esteem.
I am trained in evidence based therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Eye-Movement, Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I also provide parenting skills and strategies from the Positive Parenting Programme (Triple P) and an Emotion Coaching approach.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing mental health issues, trauma, neurodiversity, gender incongruence, and difficult life events and transitions.
I have experience completing assessments with gender diverse people exploring gender-affirming healthcare options and am guided by the WPATH Standards of Care 8 for this work. I can also complete assessments for adult ADHD.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing mental health issues, trauma, neurodiversity, gender incongruence, and difficult life events and transitions.
I have experience completing assessments with gender diverse people exploring gender-affirming healthcare options and am guided by the WPATH Standards of Care 8 for this work. I can also complete assessments for adult ADHD.
We'll explore the mind-body connection, understanding how trauma and emotional struggles are stored in the body.
Hi, my name is Saxon. I am a counsellor who knows personally how challenging life can be. If you are stuck in a cycle of pain and need support to get out of it - counselling could be right for you. I provide a safe, grounded and friendly space where you can explore your experiences and process emotions. If you're on a healing journey, just need help with a specific issue or just need someone compassionate and professional to listen, reach out, I would like to help.
We'll explore the mind-body connection, understanding how trauma and emotional struggles are stored in the body.
Hi, my name is Saxon. I am a counsellor who knows personally how challenging life can be. If you are stuck in a cycle of pain and need support to get out of it - counselling could be right for you. I provide a safe, grounded and friendly space where you can explore your experiences and process emotions. If you're on a healing journey, just need help with a specific issue or just need someone compassionate and professional to listen, reach out, I would like to help.
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Trauma and PTSD Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.