Christian Therapists in Otago
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.
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 believe as a counsellor it is my role to help you navigate, understand and create meaning from your life experiences. Walking alongside you, I aim to help you to figure out what the next steps or path towards health and wellness may look like for you. I am not afraid to sit with you in the dark as we figure it out together!
I have a passion for providing affordable and accessible counselling to suit your needs and aspirations.
I believe as a counsellor it is my role to help you navigate, understand and create meaning from your life experiences. Walking alongside you, I aim to help you to figure out what the next steps or path towards health and wellness may look like for you. I am not afraid to sit with you in the dark as we figure it out together!
I have a passion for providing affordable and accessible counselling to suit your needs and aspirations.
The experience of engaging in counselling is a deeply personal journey that affects all of us in different ways, and sometimes in ways we would never have expected.
My areas of specialisation include couples work, family work, trauma, men’s work, mid-life crisis, personality insight and supervision, both clinical and professional. These sit at the heart of how I approach my clinical practice.
By talking together through your concerns, counselling and supervision can support you to see solutions you didn’t know were there. It can also help you find ways to manage more effectively and move forward in your life.
The experience of engaging in counselling is a deeply personal journey that affects all of us in different ways, and sometimes in ways we would never have expected.
My areas of specialisation include couples work, family work, trauma, men’s work, mid-life crisis, personality insight and supervision, both clinical and professional. These sit at the heart of how I approach my clinical practice.
By talking together through your concerns, counselling and supervision can support you to see solutions you didn’t know were there. It can also help you find ways to manage more effectively and move forward in your life.
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.
If you're here, you're likely someone who thinks and feels deeply, and has spent a long time making yourself smaller so others could feel more comfortable. You're not broken – you're just ready to stop shrinking. Together, we'll work toward bringing you home to yourself – quieter in your mind, more present in your body, and freer to live more confidently and fully.
If you're here, you're likely someone who thinks and feels deeply, and has spent a long time making yourself smaller so others could feel more comfortable. You're not broken – you're just ready to stop shrinking. Together, we'll work toward bringing you home to yourself – quieter in your mind, more present in your body, and freer to live more confidently and fully.
My passion and purpose? To empower you to live your best Life. Acknowledging the principle that humans are interdependent beings, we understand that isolation is not sustainable; we rely on healthy relationships, community, connection and empathy for our well-being. Recognising that shifts in our circumstances, whether good or bad, can affect our, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. My holistic approach goes beyond symptom management to identify and address the root causes of your challenge. "Empowering you with holistic, client-centered strategies to achieve health, well-being, and inner healing for yourself.
My passion and purpose? To empower you to live your best Life. Acknowledging the principle that humans are interdependent beings, we understand that isolation is not sustainable; we rely on healthy relationships, community, connection and empathy for our well-being. Recognising that shifts in our circumstances, whether good or bad, can affect our, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. My holistic approach goes beyond symptom management to identify and address the root causes of your challenge. "Empowering you with holistic, client-centered strategies to achieve health, well-being, and inner healing for yourself.
Are you deeply caring & highly sensitive… but exhausted from holding everything together for everyone else? Maybe you overthink, struggle to say no, feel anxious when others are upset, or quietly wonder “who am I now?” I help women gently untangle patterns of people-pleasing, self-doubt & emotional exhaustion through online somatic and arts therapy. Together we work beyond the thinking mind, helping you reconnect with yourself, create inner safety & respond to life in a way that feels steadier, freer & more true to who you are.
Are you deeply caring & highly sensitive… but exhausted from holding everything together for everyone else? Maybe you overthink, struggle to say no, feel anxious when others are upset, or quietly wonder “who am I now?” I help women gently untangle patterns of people-pleasing, self-doubt & emotional exhaustion through online somatic and arts therapy. Together we work beyond the thinking mind, helping you reconnect with yourself, create inner safety & respond to life in a way that feels steadier, freer & more true to who you are.
My passion is to create a space for others to explore their concerns or challenges and feel comfortable doing so as we work together towards your preferred goals ultimately supporting overall wellness.
It can be a stepping out of the boat experience to talk to a professional about what troubles us, so I try to make the 'process' as easy as possible. We all struggle in many ways (normal!) and often, don't know what we don't know so upskilling in self-care or healthy thinking or relational wellness is something we all need to do from time to time to continue moving forward in life in ways that give our lives meaning and colour.
My passion is to create a space for others to explore their concerns or challenges and feel comfortable doing so as we work together towards your preferred goals ultimately supporting overall wellness.
It can be a stepping out of the boat experience to talk to a professional about what troubles us, so I try to make the 'process' as easy as possible. We all struggle in many ways (normal!) and often, don't know what we don't know so upskilling in self-care or healthy thinking or relational wellness is something we all need to do from time to time to continue moving forward in life in ways that give our lives meaning and colour.
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.
Online Therapists
Elaine is a Senior Registered Psychologist in New Zealand and a Registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist in the UK. Elaine has lived in New Zealand for over 25yrs. Elaine helps her clients using a warm, empowering approach to assist her clients achieve their goals in the most appropriate way. Using a wide variety of approaches CBT, ADHD cognitive/ memory training program and coaching. Elaine has over 27 years experience working with adults, teenagers, children and families. Elaine has worked in the UK and New Zealand within the Health Service, NHS, G.P. surgeries, Social Services, Special Education and in private practice.
Elaine is a Senior Registered Psychologist in New Zealand and a Registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist in the UK. Elaine has lived in New Zealand for over 25yrs. Elaine helps her clients using a warm, empowering approach to assist her clients achieve their goals in the most appropriate way. Using a wide variety of approaches CBT, ADHD cognitive/ memory training program and coaching. Elaine has over 27 years experience working with adults, teenagers, children and families. Elaine has worked in the UK and New Zealand within the Health Service, NHS, G.P. surgeries, Social Services, Special Education and in private practice.
Hi my name is Dan Jackson. I got into counselling for two reasons: Firstly, to help people grow into their fullest and best selves. And secondly, to help people who are struggling to find relief and restoration.
Hi my name is Dan Jackson. I got into counselling for two reasons: Firstly, to help people grow into their fullest and best selves. And secondly, to help people who are struggling to find relief and restoration.
My focus in therapy is creating a respectful space where your life can change for the better. If you want to confront something problematic, I am here to listen to and support you through whatever it may be. I have many years of experience as a practising therapist and have worked with various issues with men, women, and youth. I offer an open, caring space for you to take the time you need to achieve your goals.
My focus in therapy is creating a respectful space where your life can change for the better. If you want to confront something problematic, I am here to listen to and support you through whatever it may be. I have many years of experience as a practising therapist and have worked with various issues with men, women, and youth. I offer an open, caring space for you to take the time you need to achieve your goals.
As an individual, you might feel lost, defeated, and uncertain about what's wrong with you. The feeling of depression or anxiety may sometimes be hard to differentiate. You crave control over your life, and you want to feel better. You're tired of feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and scared. You desire peace in your life.
I work with children from the age of 6, Teenagers, and female adults, approximately. age of 40.
As an individual, you might feel lost, defeated, and uncertain about what's wrong with you. The feeling of depression or anxiety may sometimes be hard to differentiate. You crave control over your life, and you want to feel better. You're tired of feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and scared. You desire peace in your life.
I work with children from the age of 6, Teenagers, and female adults, approximately. age of 40.
Struggling with anxiety or stress? This could be social anxiety, health anxiety, fear of flying, panic problems or anxiety about anxiety, OCD, PTSD, or some nameless fear. You probably want to get out from the restrictions this places on your life.
Struggling with anxiety or stress? This could be social anxiety, health anxiety, fear of flying, panic problems or anxiety about anxiety, OCD, PTSD, or some nameless fear. You probably want to get out from the restrictions this places on your life.
Therapy is a specialized conversation, which is both a science and an art. It creates a deep relational connection and a safe space, where we can heal, grow stronger, or just move forward. We do this by discovering who we are, what we want, and how to get there. I am passionate about meeting people, journeying with them, facilitating change, and watching as they become more at ease within themself, with others, their world, and spirituality.
Therapy is a specialized conversation, which is both a science and an art. It creates a deep relational connection and a safe space, where we can heal, grow stronger, or just move forward. We do this by discovering who we are, what we want, and how to get there. I am passionate about meeting people, journeying with them, facilitating change, and watching as they become more at ease within themself, with others, their world, and spirituality.
On maternity leave currently. Not taking new clients.
I have always had a passion and desire to help people become the best versions of themselves. I enjoy being the listening ear and the calm place people can come to and just be and share their struggles, but not only that, also celebrate their victories and I count this as a privilege. I have a passion for identity work, as well as a wide range of other areas including but not limited to working with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, stress and time management, grief and loss, self-esteem and confidence issues.
On maternity leave currently. Not taking new clients.
I have always had a passion and desire to help people become the best versions of themselves. I enjoy being the listening ear and the calm place people can come to and just be and share their struggles, but not only that, also celebrate their victories and I count this as a privilege. I have a passion for identity work, as well as a wide range of other areas including but not limited to working with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, stress and time management, grief and loss, self-esteem and confidence issues.
I am registered with NZCCA(New Zealand Association of Christian
Counsellors)
I'm passionate about helping people navigate the challenges of life particularly in the
areas of self -confidence ,relationship, and career enhancement. I have had to overcome suicidality in my late 20s and sexual orientation doubts .I offer hope to others from my own experience in these areas .I also have dealt with serious mental health challenges due the suppression of my own childhood traumas including the early death of my father. These experiences and the road to recovery from these has given me a strong ‘Trauma informed’ lens through which I can view current problems and assist with dealing with the more subtle drivers.
I am registered with NZCCA(New Zealand Association of Christian
Counsellors)
I'm passionate about helping people navigate the challenges of life particularly in the
areas of self -confidence ,relationship, and career enhancement. I have had to overcome suicidality in my late 20s and sexual orientation doubts .I offer hope to others from my own experience in these areas .I also have dealt with serious mental health challenges due the suppression of my own childhood traumas including the early death of my father. These experiences and the road to recovery from these has given me a strong ‘Trauma informed’ lens through which I can view current problems and assist with dealing with the more subtle drivers.
I am a Registered mental health Social Worker who specializes in Play Therapy. I am a member of the Social Work Registration Board (NZ) and the Association for Play Therapy (US). My focus is supporting children and youth who are experiencing behavioural or social difficulties including anxiety, emotional dysregulation, anger/aggression, neurodiversity, trauma, loss and grief, and selective mutism. I also focus on supporting neurodiverse children to build social and emotional skills, who do not necessarily have mental health difficulties
I am a Registered mental health Social Worker who specializes in Play Therapy. I am a member of the Social Work Registration Board (NZ) and the Association for Play Therapy (US). My focus is supporting children and youth who are experiencing behavioural or social difficulties including anxiety, emotional dysregulation, anger/aggression, neurodiversity, trauma, loss and grief, and selective mutism. I also focus on supporting neurodiverse children to build social and emotional skills, who do not necessarily have mental health difficulties
Counselling is deeply personal, I offer a calm, respectful space where you can be heard, supported and empowered to move forward by offering professional and compassionate counselling across all areas, including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, burnout and stress, relationships difficulties, life transitions, spiritual abuse and health related issues.
Counselling is deeply personal, I offer a calm, respectful space where you can be heard, supported and empowered to move forward by offering professional and compassionate counselling across all areas, including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, burnout and stress, relationships difficulties, life transitions, spiritual abuse and health related issues.
Kia ora, I’m Shelley-Anne Kim.
I aim to create a space that is inclusive, culturally respectful, and grounded in genuine connection. I have experience working with people who are:
teens and adults, male, female or nonbinary;
gender diverse;
neurodiverse;
navigating life transitions;
survivors of sexual abuse, family abuse and neglect;
has dealt abuse to others and want to learn new/more lifegiving ways of relating;
feeling lost in the world of relationships, romantic or otherwise;
couples;
grieving loss (of health, jobs, pets, people, purpose);
used to surviving by using drugs, alcohol or dissociation.
Kia ora, I’m Shelley-Anne Kim.
I aim to create a space that is inclusive, culturally respectful, and grounded in genuine connection. I have experience working with people who are:
teens and adults, male, female or nonbinary;
gender diverse;
neurodiverse;
navigating life transitions;
survivors of sexual abuse, family abuse and neglect;
has dealt abuse to others and want to learn new/more lifegiving ways of relating;
feeling lost in the world of relationships, romantic or otherwise;
couples;
grieving loss (of health, jobs, pets, people, purpose);
used to surviving by using drugs, alcohol or dissociation.
Christian Counsellors
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?
Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.
How do I recognise an effective Christian therapist?
Christian therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Christian beliefs and values. They have an understanding of the importance that Christian principles play in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of struggles that can affect daily functioning. Like all effective therapists, a Christian therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of life.
Why might someone feel comfortable with a Christian therapist?
While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns but also shares a client’s faith and values. Sensitivity to spiritual matters as well as to everyday struggles can provide a welcome sense of safety and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, both of which support the therapeutic process.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.