Anxiety Therapists in Mangawhai

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Incredible Connectionz Counselling
Counsellor, MCouns, NZAC - Provisional
Serves Area
This type of therapy can help with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, mood-related disorders in adults, marital issues, and behavioural problems in children.
In my counselling practice I use an eclectic approach with a client-centred focus to help clients identify their preferred futures, or explore their concerns, challenges, thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. We work together, focusing on solutions, clarifying goals and strategies, eliciting the client’s existing strengths, and incorporating new learnings into everyday life. I use a Solution-Focused Brief Therapy format but can also draw on aspects from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.
This type of therapy can help with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, mood-related disorders in adults, marital issues, and behavioural problems in children.
In my counselling practice I use an eclectic approach with a client-centred focus to help clients identify their preferred futures, or explore their concerns, challenges, thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. We work together, focusing on solutions, clarifying goals and strategies, eliciting the client’s existing strengths, and incorporating new learnings into everyday life. I use a Solution-Focused Brief Therapy format but can also draw on aspects from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.
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Anna Kingi
Counsellor, NZCCA
Mangawhai 0505
I specialise in supporting people who are also living with physical health challenges. This may include; autoimmune conditions, gut disorders, cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and chronic pain. Together we take a Whole Person approach, in pursuit of understanding how your physical health connects with your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and spiritual life.
I specialise in supporting people who are also living with physical health challenges. This may include; autoimmune conditions, gut disorders, cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and chronic pain. Together we take a Whole Person approach, in pursuit of understanding how your physical health connects with your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and spiritual life.
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J Counselling
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, self esteem, relationship issues.
Major in Psychology, weekend and evening availability, individual and couples counselling in person from cozy boathouse studio in central Whangarei, NZ. I also offer worldwide online counselling in English, Swedish and Estonian. My therapy style is solution focused CBT mixed with other styles I find useful in personal growth. Areas of interest include migration and cultural issues, stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, communication difficulties and self-esteem concerns. I look forward to supporting you on your journey. Jana (Currently I do not work with ACC and WINZ)
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, self esteem, relationship issues.
Major in Psychology, weekend and evening availability, individual and couples counselling in person from cozy boathouse studio in central Whangarei, NZ. I also offer worldwide online counselling in English, Swedish and Estonian. My therapy style is solution focused CBT mixed with other styles I find useful in personal growth. Areas of interest include migration and cultural issues, stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, communication difficulties and self-esteem concerns. I look forward to supporting you on your journey. Jana (Currently I do not work with ACC and WINZ)
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Catia Batalha
Psychotherapist, MA, PBANZ
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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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More Therapists Nearby

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Dr. Maria Rotella
Psychologist
Whangarei 0110
My primary areas of interest/specialty include self awareness/ personal growth, depression, life transitions, stress/ anxiety, relationships/communication, anger, addiction, pain, cultural transitions, LGBTQ, and adult ADHD.
I am passionate about helping people break through barriers that are commonly imposed by the dominant culture while finding ways to work more comfortably both inside and outside ‘the box’ to achieve goals. I've worked with clients in settings ranging from prison to university, and you can count on my acceptance ‘as you are’ without judgment while helping you recognize and recover your own strengths. I bring expertise to support you with a wide variety of concerns, and I have particularly enjoyed working with clients whose lived experience includes neurodiversity, gender diversity, and relationship diversity.
My primary areas of interest/specialty include self awareness/ personal growth, depression, life transitions, stress/ anxiety, relationships/communication, anger, addiction, pain, cultural transitions, LGBTQ, and adult ADHD.
I am passionate about helping people break through barriers that are commonly imposed by the dominant culture while finding ways to work more comfortably both inside and outside ‘the box’ to achieve goals. I've worked with clients in settings ranging from prison to university, and you can count on my acceptance ‘as you are’ without judgment while helping you recognize and recover your own strengths. I bring expertise to support you with a wide variety of concerns, and I have particularly enjoyed working with clients whose lived experience includes neurodiversity, gender diversity, and relationship diversity.
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Michael Streifler
Counsellor, MCouns
Whangarei 0110
I am willing and able to work with people who are having difficulty with - Sexual orientation, identity & acceptance - Relationship difficulties (Heterosexual or same sex relationships) - Work & Study stress - Depression and anxiety - Family dynamics - Coping with major changes in your life - Coping with the grief of losing someone special
I am a registered counsellor with over 20 years of experience working with adults from all walks of life dealing with a wide range of issues. I am a New Zealander and have lived in Auckland for most of my life. Five years ago I relocated to a small town in Northland and live close to the beach
I am willing and able to work with people who are having difficulty with - Sexual orientation, identity & acceptance - Relationship difficulties (Heterosexual or same sex relationships) - Work & Study stress - Depression and anxiety - Family dynamics - Coping with major changes in your life - Coping with the grief of losing someone special
I am a registered counsellor with over 20 years of experience working with adults from all walks of life dealing with a wide range of issues. I am a New Zealander and have lived in Auckland for most of my life. Five years ago I relocated to a small town in Northland and live close to the beach
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Dr. Hayley Walker-Williams
Psychologist, PhD, MNZCCP
Serves Area
Her clinical expertise include psychological disorders and specifically trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship issues.
Her therapeutic approach is eclectic and trauma-informed and draws on evidence-based modalities like CBT, Psychodynamic, DBT, and TF-CBT as well as the new promising practice of Brain-Working Recursive Therapy (BWRT) a short-term therapy designed to quickly and permanently rewire the way your brain reacts to stressors to reduce anxiety responses.
Her clinical expertise include psychological disorders and specifically trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship issues.
Her therapeutic approach is eclectic and trauma-informed and draws on evidence-based modalities like CBT, Psychodynamic, DBT, and TF-CBT as well as the new promising practice of Brain-Working Recursive Therapy (BWRT) a short-term therapy designed to quickly and permanently rewire the way your brain reacts to stressors to reduce anxiety responses.
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I Am Noble - Holistic Health Services
Counsellor, MSc
Serves Area
Welcome! If you’re new to I Am Noble, let me say I am so excited to serve you! Is there anything in your life you would like to change? Your job? Relationships? Friends? Your emotions? Thoughts? How you spend your free time? What about eating or other habits? Less pain? More peace? We all have something or other. Once you focus your intention and believe that it is possible, you are already on the road to success.
Welcome! If you’re new to I Am Noble, let me say I am so excited to serve you! Is there anything in your life you would like to change? Your job? Relationships? Friends? Your emotions? Thoughts? How you spend your free time? What about eating or other habits? Less pain? More peace? We all have something or other. Once you focus your intention and believe that it is possible, you are already on the road to success.
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Morgan Daw
Counsellor
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Tēnā koe! Ko Morgan Daw tōku ingoa. Hello, my name is Morgan Daw and I have spent much of my life living in Tāmaki Makaurau, My nature is rooted in collaboration and transparency, prioritising you and your needs. Establishing a secure and supportive environment for exploring your challenges is of paramount importance to me. I strive to create a compassionate and non-judgmental space where we can progress at a pace that aligns with your comfort level.
Tēnā koe! Ko Morgan Daw tōku ingoa. Hello, my name is Morgan Daw and I have spent much of my life living in Tāmaki Makaurau, My nature is rooted in collaboration and transparency, prioritising you and your needs. Establishing a secure and supportive environment for exploring your challenges is of paramount importance to me. I strive to create a compassionate and non-judgmental space where we can progress at a pace that aligns with your comfort level.
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Paul Williams
Psychologist
Whangarei 0110
I specialise in trauma, abuse, depression, and anxiety.
Together we'll find the approach that fits you best. Drawing on therapies like EMDR, CBT, DBT, MI, ACT, I adapt to what each person needs rather than following a fixed formula. Some people need tools to manage overwhelming emotions, others need space to explore what's been holding them back.
I specialise in trauma, abuse, depression, and anxiety.
Together we'll find the approach that fits you best. Drawing on therapies like EMDR, CBT, DBT, MI, ACT, I adapt to what each person needs rather than following a fixed formula. Some people need tools to manage overwhelming emotions, others need space to explore what's been holding them back.
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Online Therapists

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Zainab Badat
Occupational therapist
Auckland 0622
As an occupational therapist specialising in mental health, I am committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment for young people and families to navigate life’s challenges through meaning-making and value-centered practices.
As an occupational therapist specialising in mental health, I am committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment for young people and families to navigate life’s challenges through meaning-making and value-centered practices.
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Philippa Loseby
Psychologist
1 Endorsed
Online Only
This might include adjusting to change, managing stress or anxiety, coping with grief or loss, living with a health condition, or working toward behaviour change and improved self-care.
I’m a qualified Health Psychologist, passionate about supporting others to strengthen and improve their holistic health and wellbeing. I recognise the importance of exploring the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of wellbeing, considering their environment, and tailoring support to meet the client’s unique needs and values.
This might include adjusting to change, managing stress or anxiety, coping with grief or loss, living with a health condition, or working toward behaviour change and improved self-care.
I’m a qualified Health Psychologist, passionate about supporting others to strengthen and improve their holistic health and wellbeing. I recognise the importance of exploring the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of wellbeing, considering their environment, and tailoring support to meet the client’s unique needs and values.
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Tanima Rahman at Feeling and Healing
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Online Only
I am able to provide counselling services online to clients in English, Bengali, Hindi and Urdu, and understand the importance of offering a culturally sensitive, holistic approach to helping you navigate any personal challenges you wish to explore, be it Anxiety, Depression, Trauma or Grief.
You and I will work as a team to explore your direction in life, identify goals and how to achieve them, overcome unhealthy patterns, manage negative emotions and build resilience, with a wide range of approaches that we can use to create real and lasting change - for life.
I am able to provide counselling services online to clients in English, Bengali, Hindi and Urdu, and understand the importance of offering a culturally sensitive, holistic approach to helping you navigate any personal challenges you wish to explore, be it Anxiety, Depression, Trauma or Grief.
You and I will work as a team to explore your direction in life, identify goals and how to achieve them, overcome unhealthy patterns, manage negative emotions and build resilience, with a wide range of approaches that we can use to create real and lasting change - for life.
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Ethan Carter
Psychologist, PhD
Whangarei 0112
It’s not uncommon for people to experience some fear around working with a psychologist, and I prioritize putting that fear at ease and supporting clients to develop strategies to overcome their difficulties.
I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds, and varying difficulties. My approach begins with developing an understanding of how a clients specific difficulties came to be. Based on this understanding, I work with the client to develop a personalized treatment plan to address these difficulties, and support the client in working towards their goals.
It’s not uncommon for people to experience some fear around working with a psychologist, and I prioritize putting that fear at ease and supporting clients to develop strategies to overcome their difficulties.
I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds, and varying difficulties. My approach begins with developing an understanding of how a clients specific difficulties came to be. Based on this understanding, I work with the client to develop a personalized treatment plan to address these difficulties, and support the client in working towards their goals.
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Laura Almenar
Counsellor, PsychD, NZAC - Provisional
1 Endorsed
Auckland 1025
I am originally from Argentina, where I earned my degree in Psychology. I moved to New Zealand in 2013, and it has since become my home. After relocating, I spent three years volunteering with Youthline, a role I found deeply rewarding. Over the years, I’ve continued my education while immersing myself in the culture of Aotearoa, learning about tāngata whenua and New Zealand's unique communities. Through my work, I’ve had the privilege of supporting diverse populations and contributing to their wellbeing.
I am originally from Argentina, where I earned my degree in Psychology. I moved to New Zealand in 2013, and it has since become my home. After relocating, I spent three years volunteering with Youthline, a role I found deeply rewarding. Over the years, I’ve continued my education while immersing myself in the culture of Aotearoa, learning about tāngata whenua and New Zealand's unique communities. Through my work, I’ve had the privilege of supporting diverse populations and contributing to their wellbeing.
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Garey - Couples Counsellor
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Auckland 2025
Whether you're an individual grappling with hurts & frustrations causing anxiety/depression, or a couple longing for deeper understanding.
I'm trained in Presence Oriented Relationship Therapy Gottman Method Relationship Assessments Emotionally Focussed Therapy as well as CBT & Narrative therapy. I am able to adapt my approach to what works for you. As part of the Relate network, I collaborate with top relationship specialists to ensure high-quality, comprehensive support for your journey.
Whether you're an individual grappling with hurts & frustrations causing anxiety/depression, or a couple longing for deeper understanding.
I'm trained in Presence Oriented Relationship Therapy Gottman Method Relationship Assessments Emotionally Focussed Therapy as well as CBT & Narrative therapy. I am able to adapt my approach to what works for you. As part of the Relate network, I collaborate with top relationship specialists to ensure high-quality, comprehensive support for your journey.
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Lua Menezes
Verified Verified
Auckland 1071
I work with individuals and couples navigating challenges in their relationships and sexual lives: differences in desire, difficulty experiencing pleasure, disconnection, communication struggles, and recurring patterns in relationships. Some are trying to repair trust, rebuild intimacy, or reconnect after a period of distance; others are exploring non-monogamy, kink, or new ways of relating. Many arrive not only with a “problem,” but with a feeling that something more is possible. Therapy offers a structured and supportive space to make sense of these experiences and find news ways of moving forward.
I work with individuals and couples navigating challenges in their relationships and sexual lives: differences in desire, difficulty experiencing pleasure, disconnection, communication struggles, and recurring patterns in relationships. Some are trying to repair trust, rebuild intimacy, or reconnect after a period of distance; others are exploring non-monogamy, kink, or new ways of relating. Many arrive not only with a “problem,” but with a feeling that something more is possible. Therapy offers a structured and supportive space to make sense of these experiences and find news ways of moving forward.
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Kaitlin Allen
Psychologist
Auckland 2105
My name is Kaitlin. I am a Registered Psychologist trained in Health Psychology with a special interest in the mind-body connection. I take a person centred approach to work alongside you and your needs in order to support you on your pathway and help you regain your sense of self and flourish. I work with individuals, couples, throuples, polycules providing a non-judgmental, safe and supportive environment to explore experiences, thoughts, and emotions.
My name is Kaitlin. I am a Registered Psychologist trained in Health Psychology with a special interest in the mind-body connection. I take a person centred approach to work alongside you and your needs in order to support you on your pathway and help you regain your sense of self and flourish. I work with individuals, couples, throuples, polycules providing a non-judgmental, safe and supportive environment to explore experiences, thoughts, and emotions.
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Carissa Wilkes
Psychologist, MSc
Auckland 1050
My focus areas are depression, anxiety, grief, adjustment to life changes, chronic illness, medical trauma, physical rehab and ‘prehab’, and performance.
I am a New Zealand and Australian registered psychologist with specialist training in health psychology. Based in Auckland with over 10 years of experience, I take a holistic approach in working with clients to support their wellbeing and quality of life. Appointments are tailored to a client’s needs and goals to ensure they get the most from our time together, applying evidence-based therapies.
My focus areas are depression, anxiety, grief, adjustment to life changes, chronic illness, medical trauma, physical rehab and ‘prehab’, and performance.
I am a New Zealand and Australian registered psychologist with specialist training in health psychology. Based in Auckland with over 10 years of experience, I take a holistic approach in working with clients to support their wellbeing and quality of life. Appointments are tailored to a client’s needs and goals to ensure they get the most from our time together, applying evidence-based therapies.
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It throws us unexpected curveballs, leaving us feeling anxious, depressed, sad, bewildered, grieving, and confused.
I believe in the profound impact of reconnecting our emotions (feelings) to our bodies, as all too often in society, we spend too much time in our ‘heads’ without listening to what the body tells us. I offer a safe space to build a trusting therapeutic relationship to explore what lies beneath the struggles that brought you to therapy.
It throws us unexpected curveballs, leaving us feeling anxious, depressed, sad, bewildered, grieving, and confused.
I believe in the profound impact of reconnecting our emotions (feelings) to our bodies, as all too often in society, we spend too much time in our ‘heads’ without listening to what the body tells us. I offer a safe space to build a trusting therapeutic relationship to explore what lies beneath the struggles that brought you to therapy.
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Anxiety Counsellors
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.