Parenting Therapists in Whangarei
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)
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)
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.
Originally from Brazil, I have been living in Aotearoa since 2020 and have been practicing for over 7 years. I work with adults from multiple cultures and backgrounds, offering sessions in both English and Portuguese. My practice includes supporting individuals navigating trauma, and the complexities of desire and subjectivity.
I’m a Member of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors, a Provider of ACC Sensitive Claims and an Analyst-in-Training Member of the Centre for Lacanian Analysis of Aotearoa. I hold an ethical commitment to the care of each person who entrusts me with their words.
Originally from Brazil, I have been living in Aotearoa since 2020 and have been practicing for over 7 years. I work with adults from multiple cultures and backgrounds, offering sessions in both English and Portuguese. My practice includes supporting individuals navigating trauma, and the complexities of desire and subjectivity.
I’m a Member of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors, a Provider of ACC Sensitive Claims and an Analyst-in-Training Member of the Centre for Lacanian Analysis of Aotearoa. I hold an ethical commitment to the care of each person who entrusts me with their words.
I am a certified Life Coach, Counsellor, NLP Practitioner, and Parent Coach.
I provide strategies for maintaining a positive relationship with yourself and creating healthy connections with others.
I help clients understand their thought processes when experiencing life transitions and changes in circumstances.
I am a certified Life Coach, Counsellor, NLP Practitioner, and Parent Coach.
I provide strategies for maintaining a positive relationship with yourself and creating healthy connections with others.
I help clients understand their thought processes when experiencing life transitions and changes in circumstances.
I understand navigating the world from a place of perceived difference; how this can shrink and disconnect us from others, our lives, and also ourselves. This drives my passion for supporting clients in transforming Self-limiting beliefs and reconnecting with their inner wisdom, so they can lead their own healing/growth and truly thrive. Beyond Counselling, I’m a mother; I identify as part of the Rainbow community, and come from a diverse, multicultural family (Māori, Chinese, Irish, Dutch) - informing my cultural sensitivity and appreciation for the complexities of navigating dual/cultural identities, values, and systems.
I understand navigating the world from a place of perceived difference; how this can shrink and disconnect us from others, our lives, and also ourselves. This drives my passion for supporting clients in transforming Self-limiting beliefs and reconnecting with their inner wisdom, so they can lead their own healing/growth and truly thrive. Beyond Counselling, I’m a mother; I identify as part of the Rainbow community, and come from a diverse, multicultural family (Māori, Chinese, Irish, Dutch) - informing my cultural sensitivity and appreciation for the complexities of navigating dual/cultural identities, values, and systems.
Many of the whai ora I see are dealing with stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship strain, parenting pressure, or alcohol and drug use, often all mixed together.
What I offer is a space that’s calm, honest, and real. I’m not here to label you or put you in a box. I’m here to listen and get to know you. From there, we work through things together and look at practical steps that can make your day-to-day life a bit easier.
Many of the whai ora I see are dealing with stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship strain, parenting pressure, or alcohol and drug use, often all mixed together.
What I offer is a space that’s calm, honest, and real. I’m not here to label you or put you in a box. I’m here to listen and get to know you. From there, we work through things together and look at practical steps that can make your day-to-day life a bit easier.
Online Therapists
Whether you’re struggling with major life changes, relationship issues, career stress or parenting challenges, I can help you find calm amongst the chaos.
As a senior registered psychologist with a holistic approach to wellbeing, my work integrates western science with eastern wisdom to help you find more effective and self compassionate ways of responding to life’s invariable ups and downs.
Whether you’re struggling with major life changes, relationship issues, career stress or parenting challenges, I can help you find calm amongst the chaos.
As a senior registered psychologist with a holistic approach to wellbeing, my work integrates western science with eastern wisdom to help you find more effective and self compassionate ways of responding to life’s invariable ups and downs.
I help individuals to thrive - predominately in relationship. As a couples counsellor/therapist I use Positive Psych, Relational Life Therapy, and Attachment Theory; adding mindfulness (presence skills) so clients can co-regulate, in session and in their lives. This model is a place of sharing - where any work that the individual needs, is witnessed and compassionately attuned to, by the partner. Many of my clients are Adult Diagnosed ADHD or AuDHD; Gifted; or partnered with such. 'Normal' is as unique as single individual I see. With communication skills, honesty, and intent - we can see you back to thriving.
I help individuals to thrive - predominately in relationship. As a couples counsellor/therapist I use Positive Psych, Relational Life Therapy, and Attachment Theory; adding mindfulness (presence skills) so clients can co-regulate, in session and in their lives. This model is a place of sharing - where any work that the individual needs, is witnessed and compassionately attuned to, by the partner. Many of my clients are Adult Diagnosed ADHD or AuDHD; Gifted; or partnered with such. 'Normal' is as unique as single individual I see. With communication skills, honesty, and intent - we can see you back to thriving.
My ideal client is someone seeking a safe, supportive space to heal from trauma, anxiety, or life transitions. They may struggle with self-worth, relationships, or past experiences that feel overwhelming. They need understanding, guidance, and practical tools to navigate emotions and build resilience. Their goal is to regain confidence, find inner peace, and create meaningful connections. They seek therapy to be heard, to heal, and to grow into the best version of themselves. They want to feel safe, empowered, and supported.
My ideal client is someone seeking a safe, supportive space to heal from trauma, anxiety, or life transitions. They may struggle with self-worth, relationships, or past experiences that feel overwhelming. They need understanding, guidance, and practical tools to navigate emotions and build resilience. Their goal is to regain confidence, find inner peace, and create meaningful connections. They seek therapy to be heard, to heal, and to grow into the best version of themselves. They want to feel safe, empowered, and supported.
Kia ora koutou and Hola! My name is Marco (he/him). I am a trained psychologist who moved to Aotearoa in 2016. Since then, I have worked in various roles within the mental health sector and obtained my registration as a Counsellor. Over the past nine years, I have supported a wide variety of people from all walks of life, including many years in adult mental health, as well as working with families, children, and youth to help them achieve better mental well-being. Currently, I am in private practice, offering counselling sessions in English or Spanish to address a range of psychological and personal issues.
Kia ora koutou and Hola! My name is Marco (he/him). I am a trained psychologist who moved to Aotearoa in 2016. Since then, I have worked in various roles within the mental health sector and obtained my registration as a Counsellor. Over the past nine years, I have supported a wide variety of people from all walks of life, including many years in adult mental health, as well as working with families, children, and youth to help them achieve better mental well-being. Currently, I am in private practice, offering counselling sessions in English or Spanish to address a range of psychological and personal issues.
My work tends to focus on trauma, stress and burnout, anxiety, perfectionism, mood issues, life transitions, relationships and identity. I also work a great deal with clients who are LGBTQI+ and clients who are involved in creative work.
My approach in working with my clients is warm and collaborative, creating a safe space for you to be vulnerable. I draw upon a variety of evidence-based practices in my work, including narrative therapy, schema therapy and EMDR, depending on what goals you are bringing into the work.
My work tends to focus on trauma, stress and burnout, anxiety, perfectionism, mood issues, life transitions, relationships and identity. I also work a great deal with clients who are LGBTQI+ and clients who are involved in creative work.
My approach in working with my clients is warm and collaborative, creating a safe space for you to be vulnerable. I draw upon a variety of evidence-based practices in my work, including narrative therapy, schema therapy and EMDR, depending on what goals you are bringing into the work.
Karen is a passionate psychologist with experience across a wide variety of settings. Karen has a particular interest in anxiety, women’s psychology, gender issues and workplace issues. She offers a safe and non-judgemental space for you to open-up about any challenges you may be facing. Karen often utilises unique and creative models for both therapy and coaching, based on the use of mindfulness and connection to values. You both can work together to develop effective strategies that you can implement outside of therapy to help better manage symptoms.
Karen is a passionate psychologist with experience across a wide variety of settings. Karen has a particular interest in anxiety, women’s psychology, gender issues and workplace issues. She offers a safe and non-judgemental space for you to open-up about any challenges you may be facing. Karen often utilises unique and creative models for both therapy and coaching, based on the use of mindfulness and connection to values. You both can work together to develop effective strategies that you can implement outside of therapy to help better manage symptoms.
A gifted or twice-exceptional individual experiencing both high potential and hidden challenges—such as anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or attention difficulties—who seeks clarity about their learning and development. They may feel misunderstood at school, work or home and want a safe, affirming space where their identity, culture, and neurodiversity are recognised. Their goals often include understanding how their mind works, gaining support for emotional regulation, and improving communication with family or teachers. What they truly want is to feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive in both their learning and personal life.
A gifted or twice-exceptional individual experiencing both high potential and hidden challenges—such as anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or attention difficulties—who seeks clarity about their learning and development. They may feel misunderstood at school, work or home and want a safe, affirming space where their identity, culture, and neurodiversity are recognised. Their goals often include understanding how their mind works, gaining support for emotional regulation, and improving communication with family or teachers. What they truly want is to feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive in both their learning and personal life.
I am an NZAC supervisor and a counsellor working with culturally-diverse individuals, couples, and families across a wide range of emotional, mental health, relational, transitional, and developmental concerns since 2014. many with high and complex mental health needs. Together, we will focus on identifying your needs, setting meaningful goals, and finding practical/alternative solutions to remove the barriers holding you back. Whether you are working through challenges, aiming to reach your personal potential, or simply wanting a more fulfilling and balanced life, therapy is shaped around what matters most for you - to be you.
I am an NZAC supervisor and a counsellor working with culturally-diverse individuals, couples, and families across a wide range of emotional, mental health, relational, transitional, and developmental concerns since 2014. many with high and complex mental health needs. Together, we will focus on identifying your needs, setting meaningful goals, and finding practical/alternative solutions to remove the barriers holding you back. Whether you are working through challenges, aiming to reach your personal potential, or simply wanting a more fulfilling and balanced life, therapy is shaped around what matters most for you - to be you.
Maarten completed his MA Counseling through Monash University in Melbourne Australia and is a registered counsellor with the ACA. He has been associated with lifelines both in New Zealand and Japan, as well as distance counseling via online services. With over 25 years experience in education and counseling, he offers a supportive perspective that will help bring clarity in times of difficulty. Maarten’s theoretical orientation is firmly client centered, with cognitive behavioral therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness as major influencers.
Maarten completed his MA Counseling through Monash University in Melbourne Australia and is a registered counsellor with the ACA. He has been associated with lifelines both in New Zealand and Japan, as well as distance counseling via online services. With over 25 years experience in education and counseling, he offers a supportive perspective that will help bring clarity in times of difficulty. Maarten’s theoretical orientation is firmly client centered, with cognitive behavioral therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness as major influencers.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and EMDR therapist. I work with adults who may be managing high levels of stress, responsibility, or pressure, alongside challenges such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, burnout, low mood, grief and loss, difficulties with sleep, concentration, or emotional regulation. I hold a Master of Psychotherapy (First Class Honours) and am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), an evidence-based approach for processing trauma and reducing the ongoing impact of stressful or overwhelming experiences.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and EMDR therapist. I work with adults who may be managing high levels of stress, responsibility, or pressure, alongside challenges such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, burnout, low mood, grief and loss, difficulties with sleep, concentration, or emotional regulation. I hold a Master of Psychotherapy (First Class Honours) and am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), an evidence-based approach for processing trauma and reducing the ongoing impact of stressful or overwhelming experiences.
Psykhe practice consists of a group of highly qualified and experienced professonals with a range of expertise in Clinical Psychology, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, Psychoanalysis, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, Parent-Child Psychotherapy, and Mentalization Based-Treatment (MBT).
Our team is specialised in different therapeutic approaches grounded in psychoanalytic/psychodynamic theory and clinical practice. We provide therapeutic treatment to people dealing with different mental health and life issues.
Psykhe practice consists of a group of highly qualified and experienced professonals with a range of expertise in Clinical Psychology, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, Psychoanalysis, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, Parent-Child Psychotherapy, and Mentalization Based-Treatment (MBT).
Our team is specialised in different therapeutic approaches grounded in psychoanalytic/psychodynamic theory and clinical practice. We provide therapeutic treatment to people dealing with different mental health and life issues.
Feeling distanced, more like roommates than partners, your relationship feels stuck or disconnected?
Struggling with the fallout of betrayal or infidelity?
Experiencing disappointment or shame around intimacy?
Ongoing conflict results in disconnection or anxiety?
Relationships Matter.
When you feel connected in your relationship, everything feels possible. When the person you love feels distant, so does our sense of safety. But here’s the thing - disconnection isn’t permanent.
Repair is possible, even if it feels far away right now.
I specialise in couples therapy, communication breakdown and infidelity recovery.
Feeling distanced, more like roommates than partners, your relationship feels stuck or disconnected?
Struggling with the fallout of betrayal or infidelity?
Experiencing disappointment or shame around intimacy?
Ongoing conflict results in disconnection or anxiety?
Relationships Matter.
When you feel connected in your relationship, everything feels possible. When the person you love feels distant, so does our sense of safety. But here’s the thing - disconnection isn’t permanent.
Repair is possible, even if it feels far away right now.
I specialise in couples therapy, communication breakdown and infidelity recovery.
Kia ora I am a registered clinical psychologist providing therapy for individuals in Ōrewa, on Auckland’s Hibiscus Coast. I provide therapy aimed at supporting people experiencing stressors or challenges, who wish to improve their mental health outlook. Alternatively, the focus may be explorative in nature, designed to help individuals build insight and awareness about themselves.
Kia ora I am a registered clinical psychologist providing therapy for individuals in Ōrewa, on Auckland’s Hibiscus Coast. I provide therapy aimed at supporting people experiencing stressors or challenges, who wish to improve their mental health outlook. Alternatively, the focus may be explorative in nature, designed to help individuals build insight and awareness about themselves.
Ai is a director, ACC Registered Trauma Therapist, supervisor,EAP therapist, EMDR therapist,Mental health first aid instructor, Domestic violence and LTBTQIA+ advocate, NZAC qualified counsellor and social worker (Registered both in New Zealand and Japan). Ai can undertake counselling in either English or Japanese. Ai works with groups and individuals including, adults, children and adolescents. Her experts are trauma, loss& grief,mental health, addiction, domestic violence, suicidal intervention, and LGBTQ+. Ai is a member of Auckland Rainbow, and has a strong passion for helping queer clients, their whānau, and the community.
Ai is a director, ACC Registered Trauma Therapist, supervisor,EAP therapist, EMDR therapist,Mental health first aid instructor, Domestic violence and LTBTQIA+ advocate, NZAC qualified counsellor and social worker (Registered both in New Zealand and Japan). Ai can undertake counselling in either English or Japanese. Ai works with groups and individuals including, adults, children and adolescents. Her experts are trauma, loss& grief,mental health, addiction, domestic violence, suicidal intervention, and LGBTQ+. Ai is a member of Auckland Rainbow, and has a strong passion for helping queer clients, their whānau, and the community.
Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.