Relationship Issues Therapists in Nelson
Whether it is relationship struggles, career stress, grief, anxiety, or depression, these difficulties impact our health, well-being, and sense of self-worth.
Kia Ora, I am Noa, a certified counsellor living and practicing in Nelson/Whakatu.
I offer a client-led, pluralistic approach to therapy, tailored to meet each individual and couple's unique needs. My practice is grounded in a deep respect for every client’s journey, supporting self-acceptance, self-discovery, and healing from trauma into greater well-being.
Whether it is relationship struggles, career stress, grief, anxiety, or depression, these difficulties impact our health, well-being, and sense of self-worth.
Kia Ora, I am Noa, a certified counsellor living and practicing in Nelson/Whakatu.
I offer a client-led, pluralistic approach to therapy, tailored to meet each individual and couple's unique needs. My practice is grounded in a deep respect for every client’s journey, supporting self-acceptance, self-discovery, and healing from trauma into greater well-being.
I am a Nelson-based Psychotherapist offering short-term and long-term psychotherapy for adults, children and young people. My approach to working in therapy relies mainly on psychodynamic theories; meaning that I believe our early experiences have a significant impact on us. We may search for patterns in your life, to better understand what may be causing and perpetuating your problems. In long-term therapy it is crucial that you come to trust me, to share these often very personal memories and experiences.
I am a Nelson-based Psychotherapist offering short-term and long-term psychotherapy for adults, children and young people. My approach to working in therapy relies mainly on psychodynamic theories; meaning that I believe our early experiences have a significant impact on us. We may search for patterns in your life, to better understand what may be causing and perpetuating your problems. In long-term therapy it is crucial that you come to trust me, to share these often very personal memories and experiences.
I am passionate about supporting people in the LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and polyamorous/CNM alternative relationship structure communities.
I take a collaborative, strength-based approach to therapy. I utilise evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, CBT, ACT, IFS, and Dialectical Behaviour skills. I am in the process of becoming certified as an Imago Therapist for working with couples.
I currently provide diagnostic assessments for Autism (in person only) and ADHD (online and in person ages 12+)
I am passionate about supporting people in the LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and polyamorous/CNM alternative relationship structure communities.
I take a collaborative, strength-based approach to therapy. I utilise evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, CBT, ACT, IFS, and Dialectical Behaviour skills. I am in the process of becoming certified as an Imago Therapist for working with couples.
I currently provide diagnostic assessments for Autism (in person only) and ADHD (online and in person ages 12+)
She works with individual, couples and people in alternative relationship structures.
Shelley obtained a Doctorate of Psychology and completed post grad work in Nova Scotia Canada in 2010. She is a NZ registered clinical psychologist & served in the role of Clinical Manager of a National DBT Service. DBT is an integration of western and eastern psychological philosophies and along with EMDR and CBT based prolonged exposure, is one of Shelley’s preferred therapeutic models for working with emotional regulation, complex needs and trauma.
She works with individual, couples and people in alternative relationship structures.
Shelley obtained a Doctorate of Psychology and completed post grad work in Nova Scotia Canada in 2010. She is a NZ registered clinical psychologist & served in the role of Clinical Manager of a National DBT Service. DBT is an integration of western and eastern psychological philosophies and along with EMDR and CBT based prolonged exposure, is one of Shelley’s preferred therapeutic models for working with emotional regulation, complex needs and trauma.
I help individuals to thrive - predominately in relationship.
I'll take a Case Formation from you - to be aware of your generic journey. The current issue will be discussed and an intervention will be offered at that first session. Thereafter I follow the Treatment Plan I have written for you - however, I will deviate in accordance with your session needs. Call for an outline of my approach.
I help individuals to thrive - predominately in relationship.
I'll take a Case Formation from you - to be aware of your generic journey. The current issue will be discussed and an intervention will be offered at that first session. Thereafter I follow the Treatment Plan I have written for you - however, I will deviate in accordance with your session needs. Call for an outline of my approach.
Hi, I am a registered clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist living and practicing in Nelson, New Zealand. My primary focus is providing psychotherapy. Psychotherapy involves the careful application of techniques that help people change their behaviors, thoughts, feelings, and other personal characteristics in ways that enable them to thrive and cope with the stresses of living. I prefer to work with clients in person but if meeting in person is impossible or impractical, I can provide services online.
Hi, I am a registered clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist living and practicing in Nelson, New Zealand. My primary focus is providing psychotherapy. Psychotherapy involves the careful application of techniques that help people change their behaviors, thoughts, feelings, and other personal characteristics in ways that enable them to thrive and cope with the stresses of living. I prefer to work with clients in person but if meeting in person is impossible or impractical, I can provide services online.
Have you been feeling stuck or held back by limiting beliefs or unhelpful patterns in your life that are getting in the way of the life you had envisioned? Are you keen to improve your confidence, self-belief and feel happier with yourself? Are you ready to embrace "the true you" in order to make strides toward the life you want to create? If you're ready for change, get in touch.
Have you been feeling stuck or held back by limiting beliefs or unhelpful patterns in your life that are getting in the way of the life you had envisioned? Are you keen to improve your confidence, self-belief and feel happier with yourself? Are you ready to embrace "the true you" in order to make strides toward the life you want to create? If you're ready for change, get in touch.
Whether we are feeling anxious or depressed, are navigating relationship issues, a difficult transition, struggling with unresolved trauma, or unhelpful behaviour patterns we do not need to do it alone.
My approach is gentle and calm. I create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space that allows you to explore whatever you feel at ease with. Getting to know yourself is one of the most important journeys you can take. Allowing time to understand and become comfortable with all parts of yourself will support you in creating a life where you feel truly at home.
Whether we are feeling anxious or depressed, are navigating relationship issues, a difficult transition, struggling with unresolved trauma, or unhelpful behaviour patterns we do not need to do it alone.
My approach is gentle and calm. I create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space that allows you to explore whatever you feel at ease with. Getting to know yourself is one of the most important journeys you can take. Allowing time to understand and become comfortable with all parts of yourself will support you in creating a life where you feel truly at home.
I offer trauma-informed, relational counselling for people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, identity questions, and life transitions.
Kia Orana and Hello!
My name is Elizabeth Putaura. I was born in Rarotonga, Cook Islands and raised in New Zealand, and now live in Nelson where I completed my BA in Counselling.
I am a full member of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors.
I offer trauma-informed, relational counselling for people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, identity questions, and life transitions.
Kia Orana and Hello!
My name is Elizabeth Putaura. I was born in Rarotonga, Cook Islands and raised in New Zealand, and now live in Nelson where I completed my BA in Counselling.
I am a full member of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors.
My training in trauma-informed psychotherapy prioritises the therapeutic relationship as the foundation of healing.
Developing together a safe space to explore, we can work towards understanding and befriending your inner world (thoughts, emotions, body sensations and nervous system responses) as a pathway towards awareness, resilience and lasting healing.
My training in trauma-informed psychotherapy prioritises the therapeutic relationship as the foundation of healing.
Developing together a safe space to explore, we can work towards understanding and befriending your inner world (thoughts, emotions, body sensations and nervous system responses) as a pathway towards awareness, resilience and lasting healing.
A qualified counsellor with a warm and empathetic approach, dedicated to supporting clients of all ages, from children to older adults. With a deep understanding of life’s challenges, shaped by my own experiences and raising three children.
My practice is grounded in person-centered therapy, drawing on evidence-based approaches such as solution-focused and narrative techniques. I specialise in areas including life stress, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My focus is on helping clients develop practical coping strategies and regain a sense clarity in their lives.
A qualified counsellor with a warm and empathetic approach, dedicated to supporting clients of all ages, from children to older adults. With a deep understanding of life’s challenges, shaped by my own experiences and raising three children.
My practice is grounded in person-centered therapy, drawing on evidence-based approaches such as solution-focused and narrative techniques. I specialise in areas including life stress, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My focus is on helping clients develop practical coping strategies and regain a sense clarity in their lives.
Kia ora, my work is grounded in empathy, respect and genuine connection. I work alongside you at your own pace, helping you explore thoughts, feelings, emotions and experiences that may be affecting your wellbeing.
Kia ora, my work is grounded in empathy, respect and genuine connection. I work alongside you at your own pace, helping you explore thoughts, feelings, emotions and experiences that may be affecting your wellbeing.
Some of my particular interests or relevant life experience include relationships and attachment, migration and racism, workplace challenges, environmental grief, and long covid.
I hold a Bachelor of Counselling, and have trained in Internal Family Systems (working with the beliefs and potential of different parts of your self), trauma-informed approaches, and interpersonal neurobiology (understanding how our nervous systems work and interrelate). Curiosity, compassion, safety, and humour are all important in my counselling work.
Some of my particular interests or relevant life experience include relationships and attachment, migration and racism, workplace challenges, environmental grief, and long covid.
I hold a Bachelor of Counselling, and have trained in Internal Family Systems (working with the beliefs and potential of different parts of your self), trauma-informed approaches, and interpersonal neurobiology (understanding how our nervous systems work and interrelate). Curiosity, compassion, safety, and humour are all important in my counselling work.
I am passionate about supporting clients to discover and/or reclaim their sexual well-being and identity, and form healthy intimate relationships.
In terms of post-traumatic growth therapy, what a brave and challenging journey you have decided to embark on. One that will not be linear but will be rewarding and full of growth. My main therapy modalities when working with trauma are IFS and EMDR therapy.
I am passionate about supporting clients to discover and/or reclaim their sexual well-being and identity, and form healthy intimate relationships.
In terms of post-traumatic growth therapy, what a brave and challenging journey you have decided to embark on. One that will not be linear but will be rewarding and full of growth. My main therapy modalities when working with trauma are IFS and EMDR therapy.
I am a registered psychologist and experienced counsellor. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults, supporting people with a range of difficulties. My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your needs and preferences. I aim to create a safe, respectful space where you can explore what matters to you, understand patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and build on your existing strengths. Together, we will find ways to help you realise your potential and navigate life’s challenges.
I am a registered psychologist and experienced counsellor. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults, supporting people with a range of difficulties. My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your needs and preferences. I aim to create a safe, respectful space where you can explore what matters to you, understand patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and build on your existing strengths. Together, we will find ways to help you realise your potential and navigate life’s challenges.
My passion and strengths lie in assisting people to make positive steps to take back mastery of their health and wellbeing and move towards their greatest potential and freedom. I take a holistic, creative and heart centered approach to the process, meeting you where you are at and walking side by side with you to a brighter, joyful and more authentic place within yourself and your world. My focus is on supporting you to build and strengthen your own resources inside yourself. Empowering you to grow your own awareness to understand yourself and the root causes of the presenting challenges.
My passion and strengths lie in assisting people to make positive steps to take back mastery of their health and wellbeing and move towards their greatest potential and freedom. I take a holistic, creative and heart centered approach to the process, meeting you where you are at and walking side by side with you to a brighter, joyful and more authentic place within yourself and your world. My focus is on supporting you to build and strengthen your own resources inside yourself. Empowering you to grow your own awareness to understand yourself and the root causes of the presenting challenges.
Together we work toward restoring confidence, rebuilding self-esteem and cultivating more balanced, meaningful relationships.
I welcome cultural, spiritual, sexual, gender, and neurodiverse identities. My desire to reflect light into dark places and to help people heal is what drives me. I draw from Person-Centred, ACT, Solution-Focused, Gestalt, CBT, and Imago approaches, complemented by Mindfulness and NLP techniques that support clarity and meaningful change.
Together we work toward restoring confidence, rebuilding self-esteem and cultivating more balanced, meaningful relationships.
I welcome cultural, spiritual, sexual, gender, and neurodiverse identities. My desire to reflect light into dark places and to help people heal is what drives me. I draw from Person-Centred, ACT, Solution-Focused, Gestalt, CBT, and Imago approaches, complemented by Mindfulness and NLP techniques that support clarity and meaningful change.
You may be navigating grief, relationship stress, relocation, or major life transitions where things feel heavier than you can carry alone.
My speciality lies in supporting people through anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship challenges, identity struggles, and migration or relocation experiences. With lived experience of international transition and multicultural spaces, I understand the emotional complexity of starting over, balancing identities, and finding belonging.
You may be navigating grief, relationship stress, relocation, or major life transitions where things feel heavier than you can carry alone.
My speciality lies in supporting people through anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship challenges, identity struggles, and migration or relocation experiences. With lived experience of international transition and multicultural spaces, I understand the emotional complexity of starting over, balancing identities, and finding belonging.
My practice is rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS), integrated with somatic healing.
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
My practice is rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS), integrated with somatic healing.
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
I have some availability for both couples counselling and individuals.
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 some availability for both couples counselling and individuals.
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.
Relationship Issues Counsellors
What types of relationship issues can therapists help with?
Therapists who specialise in relationships work with individuals, couples, and families on a wide range of issues. Common concerns include communication problems, infidelity, intimacy difficulties, and navigating major life transitions such as marriage, parenthood, or caregiving. Family therapists may also address parent–child conflict, sibling rivalry, or other complex family dynamics.
What are the different types of therapy for relationship issues?
Relationship issues can be addressed through different types of therapy depending on whether you’re seeking help as an individual, couple, or family. In individual therapy, the focus is often on helping an individual understand how their own patterns, attachment style, and past experiences may be shaping their current relationships. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) are three common forms of individual treatment that can help individuals understand their current relationship dynamics and improve their relationship quality. Couples therapy often uses other forms of evidence-based treatment, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) or the Gottman Method. Rather than focusing on the individual, these approaches focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional bonds between individuals in a relationship. Similarly, family therapy often focuses on communication but also examines how larger-scale dynamics—such as how parenting styles, generational differences, or sibling roles—may shape family relationships.
What actually happens in a therapy session for relationship issues?
The structure of a session depends on whether therapy involves one person or multiple people. In individual sessions, the focus may be on exploring personal patterns, role-playing difficult conversations, practicing listening skills, or setting goals for handling conflict. In couples or family sessions, each person is encouraged to share their perspective while the therapist helps uncover underlying emotions, highlight unhelpful interaction patterns, and guide more constructive communication.
How can I find an effective relationship therapist?
Finding a therapist who is a good fit for your needs, either for individual, couples, or family therapy, is critical to ensure effective therapy. Psychology Today’s online directory makes it easy to search for therapists who specialise in relationship issues, as well as related topics like marriage counselling. The platform offers filters to help you find a provider who fits your needs, such as gender, location, and fees. While the Psychology Today directory also offers the ability to filter by insurance type, it’s important to note that insurance may not cover many types of relationship therapy, such as couples counselling, so it’s important to inquire with your insurance plan about specific coverage details if intending to use insurance for therapy.