Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Otago
Do you have trouble sleeping? Are you tired of lying awake at night tossing & turning? Does the thought of going to bed makes you worry? If you don't drop off when you put your head on your pillow, or you wake up during the night and can't get back to sleep for hours - then get in touch. You don't have to spend your life worrying about the toll your sleeplessness is having on your health, mood, relationships or your ability to function at work. You don't have to feel like insomnia is controlling your life. We specialise in the recommended first line treatment for insomnia, CBT for insomnia. It's drug free and effective.
Do you have trouble sleeping? Are you tired of lying awake at night tossing & turning? Does the thought of going to bed makes you worry? If you don't drop off when you put your head on your pillow, or you wake up during the night and can't get back to sleep for hours - then get in touch. You don't have to spend your life worrying about the toll your sleeplessness is having on your health, mood, relationships or your ability to function at work. You don't have to feel like insomnia is controlling your life. We specialise in the recommended first line treatment for insomnia, CBT for insomnia. It's drug free and effective.
I am a Holistic Counsellor, an Intuitive & a spiritual mentor. My spiritual awareness and my background in the field of health have benefitted my appreciation for both tangible and mystical perceptions when it comes to physical and mental wellbeing. The transformation & sacred journey I will take you on will enable you to reach wellbeing by liberating yourself from traumas, conditioning, and self-limiting beliefs rooted in past experiences that are no longer serving you. I have a nurturing, proactive & empowering approach to help you find freedom within yourself in a supportive and safe environment.
I am a Holistic Counsellor, an Intuitive & a spiritual mentor. My spiritual awareness and my background in the field of health have benefitted my appreciation for both tangible and mystical perceptions when it comes to physical and mental wellbeing. The transformation & sacred journey I will take you on will enable you to reach wellbeing by liberating yourself from traumas, conditioning, and self-limiting beliefs rooted in past experiences that are no longer serving you. I have a nurturing, proactive & empowering approach to help you find freedom within yourself in a supportive and safe environment.
Do you find your thoughts overwhelming you? Are these thoughts constantly on your mind keeping you from living your life? Through life's obstacles and challenges, there is a story. You deserved to be heard for yourself or your relationship with your loved ones. Each journey with a client is unique. I am here to listen if you are experiencing anxiety, stress, anger or depression. When past traumas or present issues create road bumps in your life, I can work collaboratively to help you make sense of it all.
Do you find your thoughts overwhelming you? Are these thoughts constantly on your mind keeping you from living your life? Through life's obstacles and challenges, there is a story. You deserved to be heard for yourself or your relationship with your loved ones. Each journey with a client is unique. I am here to listen if you are experiencing anxiety, stress, anger or depression. When past traumas or present issues create road bumps in your life, I can work collaboratively to help you make sense of it all.
I have substantial experience working with adults, children, adolescents and family.
20/4/26 Limited spaces available! I enjoy working with people from a diverse set of backgrounds and ages. I believe that therapy can bring meaningful change for those I work with. You may be wondering if therapy is the right approach for you, and not know where to start or what to say. That is completely normal! My aim is to create a safe space where we can explore what brings you to therapy. I provide a personalised flexible approach to help people get the most out of sessions, and offer practical tools that can be used in everyday life. I offer sessions outside business hours for those who need flexibility. Christchurch or Online.
I have substantial experience working with adults, children, adolescents and family.
20/4/26 Limited spaces available! I enjoy working with people from a diverse set of backgrounds and ages. I believe that therapy can bring meaningful change for those I work with. You may be wondering if therapy is the right approach for you, and not know where to start or what to say. That is completely normal! My aim is to create a safe space where we can explore what brings you to therapy. I provide a personalised flexible approach to help people get the most out of sessions, and offer practical tools that can be used in everyday life. I offer sessions outside business hours for those who need flexibility. Christchurch or Online.
Tired of living in your head? I work with overthinkers, people pleasers, and ADHDers who look fine on the outside but feel quietly exhausted and disconnected on the inside. Perhaps you've spent a long time making yourself smaller so others could feel more comfortable. You're not broken – you're just ready to stop shrinking.
Tired of living in your head? I work with overthinkers, people pleasers, and ADHDers who look fine on the outside but feel quietly exhausted and disconnected on the inside. Perhaps you've spent a long time making yourself smaller so others could feel more comfortable. You're not broken – you're just ready to stop shrinking.
Karen works with adolescents and adults and accept EAP and Geneva Health referrals.
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 works with adolescents and adults and accept EAP and Geneva Health referrals.
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.
I specialise in providing a safe, inclusive space for marginalised communities, including LGBTQIA+, sex worker, and neurodiverse clients. I understand the challenges of navigating identity, stigma, and societal pressures. In my practice, I offer a collaborative, non-judgmental space for clients to explore, affirm, or reflect on their identities. Together, we build resilience, address challenges, and focus on growth. Therapy is tailored to each individual’s unique journey, ensuring a respectful and empowering experience for all.
I specialise in providing a safe, inclusive space for marginalised communities, including LGBTQIA+, sex worker, and neurodiverse clients. I understand the challenges of navigating identity, stigma, and societal pressures. In my practice, I offer a collaborative, non-judgmental space for clients to explore, affirm, or reflect on their identities. Together, we build resilience, address challenges, and focus on growth. Therapy is tailored to each individual’s unique journey, ensuring a respectful and empowering experience for all.
I work through a trauma-informed lens to address symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, depression/low mood, relationship/family issues, LGBT+ adversity, sexual harm, and chronic illnesses. Together, we can find the best way forward for you.
I have experience with people of all ages, genders, sexualities and those with neurodiversities, and I pride myself on being gentle and understanding in my approach.
I work through a trauma-informed lens to address symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, depression/low mood, relationship/family issues, LGBT+ adversity, sexual harm, and chronic illnesses. Together, we can find the best way forward for you.
I have experience with people of all ages, genders, sexualities and those with neurodiversities, and I pride myself on being gentle and understanding in my approach.
Feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, overthinking, low mood, burnout, or people-pleasing and unsure how to shift them? You may be navigating grief, relationship stress, relocation, or major life transitions where things feel heavier than you can carry alone. People often seek counselling when they notice repeated patterns such as avoidance, emotional overwhelm, difficulty setting boundaries, loneliness, or challenges adjusting to new environments, identities, cultures, and relationships. Counselling can offer a space to pause, reflect, and begin making sense of these experiences.
Feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, overthinking, low mood, burnout, or people-pleasing and unsure how to shift them? You may be navigating grief, relationship stress, relocation, or major life transitions where things feel heavier than you can carry alone. People often seek counselling when they notice repeated patterns such as avoidance, emotional overwhelm, difficulty setting boundaries, loneliness, or challenges adjusting to new environments, identities, cultures, and relationships. Counselling can offer a space to pause, reflect, and begin making sense of these experiences.
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
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 work with men, teens, adults, and couples navigating stress, relationship difficulties, burnout, grief, identity, life transitions, and more.
I offer practical, supportive counselling for men’s mental health, relationship difficulties, life transitions, identity, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress, and burnout. I also work with couples using a Gottman-informed approach, helping partners improve communication, reduce conflict, understand recurring patterns, and rebuild connection.
” I work with men, teens, adults, and couples navigating stress, relationship difficulties, burnout, grief, identity, life transitions, and more.
I offer practical, supportive counselling for men’s mental health, relationship difficulties, life transitions, identity, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress, and burnout. I also work with couples using a Gottman-informed approach, helping partners improve communication, reduce conflict, understand recurring patterns, and rebuild connection.
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.
If you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, stress, or major life transitions such as migration or parenthood, I’m here to support you. If you’re looking for an ACC sensitive Claims provider or a safe, culturally sensitive, and compassionate space to process your experiences and find effective ways to manage your emotions. Together, we’ll work toward healing, building resilience, and gaining clarity. My goal is to help you feel heard, validated, and empowered, so you can move forward with confidence and achieve the growth you’re seeking.
If you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, stress, or major life transitions such as migration or parenthood, I’m here to support you. If you’re looking for an ACC sensitive Claims provider or a safe, culturally sensitive, and compassionate space to process your experiences and find effective ways to manage your emotions. Together, we’ll work toward healing, building resilience, and gaining clarity. My goal is to help you feel heard, validated, and empowered, so you can move forward with confidence and achieve the growth you’re seeking.
Naomi is an Australian and NZ registered psychologist with 18 years experience working with adults, adolescents and children.
Naomi has worked in both the public and private sectors and worked in several areas across her career including private practice, pain and injury rehabilitation, health psychology and children and adolescents.
Naomi is an Australian and NZ registered psychologist with 18 years experience working with adults, adolescents and children.
Naomi has worked in both the public and private sectors and worked in several areas across her career including private practice, pain and injury rehabilitation, health psychology and children and adolescents.
Qualified child and adolescent mental health clinician.
Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Behavioural Issues / Child and Family Therapy / Sex and Couples Therapy. Child And Adolescent Assessments And Treatment. Specialising in trauma, neurodiversity, and relationships.
Qualified child and adolescent mental health clinician.
Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Behavioural Issues / Child and Family Therapy / Sex and Couples Therapy. Child And Adolescent Assessments And Treatment. Specialising in trauma, neurodiversity, and relationships.
Kia Ora,
Reaching out can feel like a big step. I offer a calm, practical, and down-to-earth space where you can speak openly, knowing our work is confidential and free from judgment. As a husband and father, I value balance, honesty, and humour, and I bring that steady, grounded approach to my work. I specialise in alcohol and drug use, as well as anxiety, low mood, and other complex life challenges. When I am not spending time with friends and family, you can find me running the beautiful trails in Whakarewarewa forest in my hometown Rotorua. Feel free to reach out for a no-obligation call to see if we might be a good fit.
Kia Ora,
Reaching out can feel like a big step. I offer a calm, practical, and down-to-earth space where you can speak openly, knowing our work is confidential and free from judgment. As a husband and father, I value balance, honesty, and humour, and I bring that steady, grounded approach to my work. I specialise in alcohol and drug use, as well as anxiety, low mood, and other complex life challenges. When I am not spending time with friends and family, you can find me running the beautiful trails in Whakarewarewa forest in my hometown Rotorua. Feel free to reach out for a no-obligation call to see if we might be a good fit.
I'm a fully qualified therapist in private practice with extensive training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) . I offer private therapy, and I'm registered to supply ACC, Southern Cross Wellness, Gumboot Friday, Givenwell and WINZ .
My approach is non pathologizing, helping you make sense of your symptoms and behaviours. I build a safe container for you to explore why unwanted patterns continue to show up in your life, and how these patterns can be transformed.
The hope I can offer is my trust in your ability to heal, in can take time but with patients and persistence, you can return home to your true Self
I'm a fully qualified therapist in private practice with extensive training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) . I offer private therapy, and I'm registered to supply ACC, Southern Cross Wellness, Gumboot Friday, Givenwell and WINZ .
My approach is non pathologizing, helping you make sense of your symptoms and behaviours. I build a safe container for you to explore why unwanted patterns continue to show up in your life, and how these patterns can be transformed.
The hope I can offer is my trust in your ability to heal, in can take time but with patients and persistence, you can return home to your true Self
Kia ora, ko Dr Kathryn Darling ahau. I am a clinical psychologist with training in cognitive behavioural therapies including CBT, ACT, DBT, mindfulness- and values-based approaches. I have helped people cope with trauma, ADHD, gender issues, low mood, anxiety, worries, OCD, illness, injuries, burnout, perfectionism and self-criticism.
Kia ora, ko Dr Kathryn Darling ahau. I am a clinical psychologist with training in cognitive behavioural therapies including CBT, ACT, DBT, mindfulness- and values-based approaches. I have helped people cope with trauma, ADHD, gender issues, low mood, anxiety, worries, OCD, illness, injuries, burnout, perfectionism and self-criticism.
I specialise in helping adults, teens, and couples live more in alignment with their values.
Kia ora! I'm Lisa Gibson, a registered psychologist based in Palmerston North. I'm dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges. Through therapy, we can work together to develop helpful coping strategies, foster self-compassion, and cultivate greater self-awareness. I have a compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative approach.
I specialise in helping adults, teens, and couples live more in alignment with their values.
Kia ora! I'm Lisa Gibson, a registered psychologist based in Palmerston North. I'm dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges. Through therapy, we can work together to develop helpful coping strategies, foster self-compassion, and cultivate greater self-awareness. I have a compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative approach.