Female Therapists in Lake Hawea

Mel Twyman Counselling
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Serves Area
Are you looking for change, but not sure where to start? I work with individuals and couples from all walks of life to identify what causes discomfort, and how to remove obstacles to growth. Whether you come with specific issues or a generalised sense that life could be better, I welcome you here.
Are you looking for change, but not sure where to start? I work with individuals and couples from all walks of life to identify what causes discomfort, and how to remove obstacles to growth. Whether you come with specific issues or a generalised sense that life could be better, I welcome you here.
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Pia Klaus
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I help mothers and women struggling with anxiety regulate their nervous system so they can move from feeling constantly overwhelmed, reactive, and exhausted to feeling calm, grounded, and safe within themselves. I've been there myself. I know what it feels like to live with constant anxiety, exhaustion, and overwhelm, and I also know how life-changing it is to finally feel safe in your own mind and body. I'm a mother of two, hold a Master of Science in Psychology, and I'm a certified Rapid Transformational Therapist. I am supporting women to create lasting change through subconscious rewiring and nervous system regulation.
I help mothers and women struggling with anxiety regulate their nervous system so they can move from feeling constantly overwhelmed, reactive, and exhausted to feeling calm, grounded, and safe within themselves. I've been there myself. I know what it feels like to live with constant anxiety, exhaustion, and overwhelm, and I also know how life-changing it is to finally feel safe in your own mind and body. I'm a mother of two, hold a Master of Science in Psychology, and I'm a certified Rapid Transformational Therapist. I am supporting women to create lasting change through subconscious rewiring and nervous system regulation.
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Deb Phillips
Counsellor
Serves Area
Kia ora, I’m Deb, a therapist & mental health professional passionate about helping you find the right insights to unlock the change you’re looking for in your life. I’m formally trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy as well as a number of other therapeutic models to tackle a diverse range of difficulties including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship problems, parenting challenges, childhood difficulties, postnatal depression, attachment difficulties and more.
Kia ora, I’m Deb, a therapist & mental health professional passionate about helping you find the right insights to unlock the change you’re looking for in your life. I’m formally trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy as well as a number of other therapeutic models to tackle a diverse range of difficulties including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship problems, parenting challenges, childhood difficulties, postnatal depression, attachment difficulties and more.
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Deb Saint
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am a neurodiversity and mental health consultant, and my specialist area is in multidisciplinary Autism assessments for both adults and children . I also provide education, advocacy, therapy , coaching and consultancy for neurodivergent people and those struggling with their mental health. My service delivery would usually be a blended approach, for example this could include elements from a range of modalities such as skills coaching, DBT, and ACT. This ensures a well rounded delivery of neurodiversity affirming, trauma informed , therapy and support.
I am a neurodiversity and mental health consultant, and my specialist area is in multidisciplinary Autism assessments for both adults and children . I also provide education, advocacy, therapy , coaching and consultancy for neurodivergent people and those struggling with their mental health. My service delivery would usually be a blended approach, for example this could include elements from a range of modalities such as skills coaching, DBT, and ACT. This ensures a well rounded delivery of neurodiversity affirming, trauma informed , therapy and support.
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AHUA Psychology
Psychologist
Wanaka 9305
Kia ora! I’m a psychologist working in mental health and performance, offering sessions in Wānaka and online across Aotearoa. I support people through anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, burnout, pain, and stress, and work with athletes from emerging talent to world champions. My approach blends behavioural and somatic therapies. Outside work, you’ll find me surfing, skiing, biking, meditating, travelling, and soaking up time in nature with my favourite people.
Kia ora! I’m a psychologist working in mental health and performance, offering sessions in Wānaka and online across Aotearoa. I support people through anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, burnout, pain, and stress, and work with athletes from emerging talent to world champions. My approach blends behavioural and somatic therapies. Outside work, you’ll find me surfing, skiing, biking, meditating, travelling, and soaking up time in nature with my favourite people.
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Kate Todd Coaching and Counselling
Counsellor, MCouns, MNZAC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a Solution Focused trained counsellor which means we will look at how your life is now, what changes you would like to make, what is holding you back from that and learning your strengths to help you to move forward. We live in busy and emotionally demanding times and my hope is to provide you with some space to focus on your needs away from the pressure of life and work. I welcome working with clients from all walks of life. We will work together to figure out how you would like your life to be, identify the roadblocks and look at ways for you to make positive changes in your life.
I am a Solution Focused trained counsellor which means we will look at how your life is now, what changes you would like to make, what is holding you back from that and learning your strengths to help you to move forward. We live in busy and emotionally demanding times and my hope is to provide you with some space to focus on your needs away from the pressure of life and work. I welcome working with clients from all walks of life. We will work together to figure out how you would like your life to be, identify the roadblocks and look at ways for you to make positive changes in your life.
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Karina Vaccarezza
Counsellor, PsychD, NZAC - Provisional
1 Endorsed
Wanaka 9305
I am a dedicated and compassionate Counsellor with a passion for helping individuals explore their inner world and emotions, empowering them to create a life filled with balance and harmony. Whether through online or in-person sessions conducted in either English or Spanish, I am committed to working alongside you as a unified team, guiding you towards the
I am a dedicated and compassionate Counsellor with a passion for helping individuals explore their inner world and emotions, empowering them to create a life filled with balance and harmony. Whether through online or in-person sessions conducted in either English or Spanish, I am committed to working alongside you as a unified team, guiding you towards the
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Michèle Lacroix
Counsellor, MA, MNZAC
Wanaka 9305
Hi! I've been working in mental health in Europe and NZ for many years, holding different roles and supporting people from all walks of life. As counsellor I provide a safe space for you to explore past and present experiences related to trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, migration related distress – topics I came to understand deeply through my own life experience, studies and training. My approach is ‘person centered’ and eclectic, which means that my focus is on you, while supporting the counselling process with different modalities.
Hi! I've been working in mental health in Europe and NZ for many years, holding different roles and supporting people from all walks of life. As counsellor I provide a safe space for you to explore past and present experiences related to trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, migration related distress – topics I came to understand deeply through my own life experience, studies and training. My approach is ‘person centered’ and eclectic, which means that my focus is on you, while supporting the counselling process with different modalities.
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Fiona Williamson
Counsellor
Wanaka 9382
Finding the right Therapist is a bit like finding the perfect pair of shoes - it has to be the right fit to get to where you want to go. I provide a space that is professional, evidence based, and deeply compassionate. My work is informed by the belief that every person has an innate capacity for change when given the right environment.
Finding the right Therapist is a bit like finding the perfect pair of shoes - it has to be the right fit to get to where you want to go. I provide a space that is professional, evidence based, and deeply compassionate. My work is informed by the belief that every person has an innate capacity for change when given the right environment.
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Peak Wellbeing
Counsellor, MCouns, NZAC - Provisional
1 Endorsed
Wanaka 9305
Life can feel overwhelming at times. Whether you are navigating loss, anxiety, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to face it alone. Counselling at Peak Wellbeing is collaborative and empathetic, and each session is tailored to meet your unique needs and goals.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. Whether you are navigating loss, anxiety, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to face it alone. Counselling at Peak Wellbeing is collaborative and empathetic, and each session is tailored to meet your unique needs and goals.
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Nicola Carroll
Psychologist, MA
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Kia ora! I’m Nicola, a registered Psychologist based in Tāhuna/Queenstown. I grew up & trained in Scotland then worked in various countries, before settling here around 10 years ago. I have 15+ years of experience in psychological assessment and treatment. I want to give clients the best possible experience and outcomes in therapy. I specialise in trauma, neurodiversity, and in perinatal mental health. I combine a range of therapeutic techniques to make real and lasting changes. I offer flexible delivery methods. I am an ACC Sensitive Claims and ACC Maternal Birth Injury Provider.
Kia ora! I’m Nicola, a registered Psychologist based in Tāhuna/Queenstown. I grew up & trained in Scotland then worked in various countries, before settling here around 10 years ago. I have 15+ years of experience in psychological assessment and treatment. I want to give clients the best possible experience and outcomes in therapy. I specialise in trauma, neurodiversity, and in perinatal mental health. I combine a range of therapeutic techniques to make real and lasting changes. I offer flexible delivery methods. I am an ACC Sensitive Claims and ACC Maternal Birth Injury Provider.
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Peggy Barrett
Psychologist, MSc
Serves Area
I work with individuals and couples who are functioning on the outside but struggling internally, feeling anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected in relationships, or stuck in painful repeating patterns. Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable people who find themselves overthinking, shutting down, becoming reactive in conflict, or losing themselves in relationships. Together, we work to understand the patterns beneath these experiences, develop greater self-awareness and emotional steadiness, and create more connected, intentional ways of relating to themselves and others.
I work with individuals and couples who are functioning on the outside but struggling internally, feeling anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected in relationships, or stuck in painful repeating patterns. Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable people who find themselves overthinking, shutting down, becoming reactive in conflict, or losing themselves in relationships. Together, we work to understand the patterns beneath these experiences, develop greater self-awareness and emotional steadiness, and create more connected, intentional ways of relating to themselves and others.
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Abundance Wellness
Counsellor
Online Only
Hello My name is Kirandeep-Compassionate Guide on Your Healing Journey Kia ora, I'm a registered Social Worker and trauma-informed therapist passionate about helping you reconnect with yourself and find freedom from trauma's grip. With over five years supporting individuals through complex trauma, I've witnessed the profound transformation that happens when we address healing holistically—through mind, body, and community.
Hello My name is Kirandeep-Compassionate Guide on Your Healing Journey Kia ora, I'm a registered Social Worker and trauma-informed therapist passionate about helping you reconnect with yourself and find freedom from trauma's grip. With over five years supporting individuals through complex trauma, I've witnessed the profound transformation that happens when we address healing holistically—through mind, body, and community.
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Find Your Marbles
Counsellor, MCouns, MNZAC
Serves Area
Kia ora, my name is Ros. Counselling provides a safe, non-judgemental space for you to be heard and feel understood. It might not always feel like it, but you are the expert on your own life. My counselling approach seeks to work with you to explore what’s going well and what’s proving a challenge. Together, we’ll explore your values, assumptions and beliefs and create supportive, functional strategies and solutions to help you make sense of where you are right now.
Kia ora, my name is Ros. Counselling provides a safe, non-judgemental space for you to be heard and feel understood. It might not always feel like it, but you are the expert on your own life. My counselling approach seeks to work with you to explore what’s going well and what’s proving a challenge. Together, we’ll explore your values, assumptions and beliefs and create supportive, functional strategies and solutions to help you make sense of where you are right now.
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Kia ora, I'm Mags. I'm a Mental Health Therapist specialising in Sleep Psychology. I offer assessment and evidence-based treatment for adults experiencing sleep difficulties and mental health challenges. I take a comprehensive approach to uncover the root causes of your sleep issues and tailor support to your unique needs using evidence-based, drug-free therapies. Specialist areas include: Insomnia, sleep anxiety, mood problems, ADHD, concussion, perimenopause/ menopause and other sleep disorders. I can provide referrals to sleep clinics and obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) testing.
Kia ora, I'm Mags. I'm a Mental Health Therapist specialising in Sleep Psychology. I offer assessment and evidence-based treatment for adults experiencing sleep difficulties and mental health challenges. I take a comprehensive approach to uncover the root causes of your sleep issues and tailor support to your unique needs using evidence-based, drug-free therapies. Specialist areas include: Insomnia, sleep anxiety, mood problems, ADHD, concussion, perimenopause/ menopause and other sleep disorders. I can provide referrals to sleep clinics and obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) testing.
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Haley Farrar
Counsellor
Serves Area
I work with people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in painful patterns. My clients are often high functioning people who want life to feel easier than it does. You may be experiencing the impacts of painful or traumatic experiences, or a carrying more general sense of emptiness, anxiety, or unease. Your relationships may be suffering, and want more peace and connection in your lives. Your relationship may be in crisis or distress. I believe you're the expert on your own life and relationships. My role is to create space for difficult conversations to feel safer, patterns to be understood, and change to occur.
I work with people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in painful patterns. My clients are often high functioning people who want life to feel easier than it does. You may be experiencing the impacts of painful or traumatic experiences, or a carrying more general sense of emptiness, anxiety, or unease. Your relationships may be suffering, and want more peace and connection in your lives. Your relationship may be in crisis or distress. I believe you're the expert on your own life and relationships. My role is to create space for difficult conversations to feel safer, patterns to be understood, and change to occur.
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Jess Lochte
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Wanaka 9305
My name is Jess and, together with my therapy dog Odinn, I offer body-based and animal assisted counselling and therapy services. We work with adult clients across the whole wellbeing spectrum: from people who want to get more out of their life, find a deeper sense of self, or connect to their body; to those that have experienced trauma struggling with basic tasks of daily living. Many have found traditional cognition based talk therapy less helpful or do not know yet how to put their experiences into words. No matter your reasons, we are here to create a space in which we can explore where you are, what you want, and what you need.
My name is Jess and, together with my therapy dog Odinn, I offer body-based and animal assisted counselling and therapy services. We work with adult clients across the whole wellbeing spectrum: from people who want to get more out of their life, find a deeper sense of self, or connect to their body; to those that have experienced trauma struggling with basic tasks of daily living. Many have found traditional cognition based talk therapy less helpful or do not know yet how to put their experiences into words. No matter your reasons, we are here to create a space in which we can explore where you are, what you want, and what you need.
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Workitwell
Occupational Therapy
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I am Lana Van Lierop and have over 20 years experience as a Registered Health Professional and have worked specifically as a mental health therapist/coach (Occupational Therapist) for the past 5 years. My approach is warm and compassionate; I work alongside you to identify what is important, your challenges and how you would like your life to be different. Sessions are very practical, helping you to identify skills and life long coping strategies. I specialise in supporting clients with burnout and overwhelm, anxiety, low mood, ADHD, workplace challenges or feeling stuck and lost.
Hi, I am Lana Van Lierop and have over 20 years experience as a Registered Health Professional and have worked specifically as a mental health therapist/coach (Occupational Therapist) for the past 5 years. My approach is warm and compassionate; I work alongside you to identify what is important, your challenges and how you would like your life to be different. Sessions are very practical, helping you to identify skills and life long coping strategies. I specialise in supporting clients with burnout and overwhelm, anxiety, low mood, ADHD, workplace challenges or feeling stuck and lost.
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Online Therapists

Christina Ayisah Eyeson
Counsellor, MA, NZAC - Provisional
1 Endorsed
Many feel the impact of alcohol or drug use on relationships, work, and wellbeing, or are unsure whether their use has become problematic. Others are navigating early recovery or facing stress, trauma, or major life challenges. My ideal clients are adults struggling with substance use alongside mood concerns such as depression, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm. At The Therapy Project, our team provides coordinated care through assessment, individualized treatment planning, counseling, and group support to help clients build healthier coping strategies, strengthen recovery, and restore stability.
Many feel the impact of alcohol or drug use on relationships, work, and wellbeing, or are unsure whether their use has become problematic. Others are navigating early recovery or facing stress, trauma, or major life challenges. My ideal clients are adults struggling with substance use alongside mood concerns such as depression, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm. At The Therapy Project, our team provides coordinated care through assessment, individualized treatment planning, counseling, and group support to help clients build healthier coping strategies, strengthen recovery, and restore stability.
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Lisa Graham
Verified Verified
I’m Lisa Graham, NZ Registered Social Worker and the founder of Maternal Wellness. I walk alongside women as they navigate the raw, beautiful and sometimes overwhelming experience of matrescence (transition to motherhood). You do not have to make sense of motherhood on your own - your emotional well-being matters, and you are worthy of support that truly sees you.
I’m Lisa Graham, NZ Registered Social Worker and the founder of Maternal Wellness. I walk alongside women as they navigate the raw, beautiful and sometimes overwhelming experience of matrescence (transition to motherhood). You do not have to make sense of motherhood on your own - your emotional well-being matters, and you are worthy of support that truly sees you.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.