Family Therapy in Otago
People often come to therapy in a time of crisis. You may feel lost or stuck, overwhelmed or out of control in some way. This may be a result of relationship issues, uncertainty about the direction of your life, grief, anxiety or depression. Life transitions such as ending or beginning relationships, career crossroads, becoming a parent, losing a parent, moving countries or children leaving home can all lead to questions about identity and purpose. These moments can be full of confusion, sometimes bringing up past challenges; they can also be opportunities for deeper understanding of oneself and for new possibilities to emerge.
People often come to therapy in a time of crisis. You may feel lost or stuck, overwhelmed or out of control in some way. This may be a result of relationship issues, uncertainty about the direction of your life, grief, anxiety or depression. Life transitions such as ending or beginning relationships, career crossroads, becoming a parent, losing a parent, moving countries or children leaving home can all lead to questions about identity and purpose. These moments can be full of confusion, sometimes bringing up past challenges; they can also be opportunities for deeper understanding of oneself and for new possibilities to emerge.
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.
I am a psychologist who offers, warm, evidence-based assessment and intervention for learning difficulties and behavioural challenges; helping children and their families clearly understand strengths, needs and practical next steps with confidence and care.
As a psychologist, I specialise in solution-focused, ecological assessment and intervention, looking beyond test scores to understand the individual across contexts. I help you make sense of strengths and challenges, and translate assessment findings into clear, practical strategies that support confidence, progress and wellbeing.
I am a psychologist who offers, warm, evidence-based assessment and intervention for learning difficulties and behavioural challenges; helping children and their families clearly understand strengths, needs and practical next steps with confidence and care.
As a psychologist, I specialise in solution-focused, ecological assessment and intervention, looking beyond test scores to understand the individual across contexts. I help you make sense of strengths and challenges, and translate assessment findings into clear, practical strategies that support confidence, progress and wellbeing.
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.
I have been working with children, young adults and adults as well as couples and families in the process of finding a better understanding of who they are and how they can approach the presenting issues
we all experience some type of setbacks during our lifetime. Things like anxiety, identity crisis, grief, break ups, etc. having an impartial, non-judgmental with a counsellor can help gain clarity, understanding and tools to work with the issue.
I have been working with children, young adults and adults as well as couples and families in the process of finding a better understanding of who they are and how they can approach the presenting issues
we all experience some type of setbacks during our lifetime. Things like anxiety, identity crisis, grief, break ups, etc. having an impartial, non-judgmental with a counsellor can help gain clarity, understanding and tools to work with the issue.
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.
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.
I am also happy to work with families if they wish to be a part of a persons therapeutic journey.
Kia ora, my name is Janina. I believe therapy works best when it is collaborative, relaxed, and centred on you as the expert in your own life. As a Masters-qualified and registered counsellor, I aim to provide a welcoming, supportive space where you can explore what’s going on for you. From here, I am able to draw on a range of therapeutic modalities, allowing our work to be flexible and tailored to your needs at any given moment.
I am also happy to work with families if they wish to be a part of a persons therapeutic journey.
Kia ora, my name is Janina. I believe therapy works best when it is collaborative, relaxed, and centred on you as the expert in your own life. As a Masters-qualified and registered counsellor, I aim to provide a welcoming, supportive space where you can explore what’s going on for you. From here, I am able to draw on a range of therapeutic modalities, allowing our work to be flexible and tailored to your needs at any given moment.
I have 3 years of experience helping adults and families both military and non-military in crisis.
My ideal clients are adults struggling with substance use alongside mood concerns such as depression, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm. 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. 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.
I have 3 years of experience helping adults and families both military and non-military in crisis.
My ideal clients are adults struggling with substance use alongside mood concerns such as depression, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm. 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. 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.
I prepare cultural reports for court ( family, youth and district).
I provide kōrero/dialogue and experience in regard to my extensive practice experience of working with sexual abuse, criminal offending behaviour and the impact on self and on whānau. Addictions and how to live with it from a family/whānau perspective. How to support and look after yourself in practice with compassion and empathy toward self and others.
I prepare cultural reports for court ( family, youth and district).
I provide kōrero/dialogue and experience in regard to my extensive practice experience of working with sexual abuse, criminal offending behaviour and the impact on self and on whānau. Addictions and how to live with it from a family/whānau perspective. How to support and look after yourself in practice with compassion and empathy toward self and others.
Kia Ora, I'm Jacqui. I am passionate about helping people to find new ways to understand and appreciate themselves and others and to break unhelpful patterns that get in the way of this. I work collaboratively with my clients, enabling them to feel empowered to explore challenges and make changes in their lives. My areas of special interest include anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, relationship issues, boundaries setting, parenting, grief and loss and trauma. I use a variety of counselling frameworks including CBT, ACT mindfulness and body awareness. I am currently taking on new clients.
Kia Ora, I'm Jacqui. I am passionate about helping people to find new ways to understand and appreciate themselves and others and to break unhelpful patterns that get in the way of this. I work collaboratively with my clients, enabling them to feel empowered to explore challenges and make changes in their lives. My areas of special interest include anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, relationship issues, boundaries setting, parenting, grief and loss and trauma. I use a variety of counselling frameworks including CBT, ACT mindfulness and body awareness. I am currently taking on new clients.
I work holistically and flexibly to assist with parenting and relationship issues, family interactions and behaviour.
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.
I work holistically and flexibly to assist with parenting and relationship issues, family interactions and behaviour.
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.
Welcome To Freedom Counselling.
Are you struggling with negative or racing thoughts, anxiety, poor sleep, lowered mood, an inability to remain focused and productive in life, are you suffering in relationships with others and with yourself?
Welcome To Freedom Counselling.
Are you struggling with negative or racing thoughts, anxiety, poor sleep, lowered mood, an inability to remain focused and productive in life, are you suffering in relationships with others and with yourself?
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
Hi I have been practicing working with people towards change for 20t years now. In counselling , group work, external supervision. During this time I have learnt a lot to put into my kete of knowledge to help with you to move forward to the life you will happy with.
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
Hi I have been practicing working with people towards change for 20t years now. In counselling , group work, external supervision. During this time I have learnt a lot to put into my kete of knowledge to help with you to move forward to the life you will happy with.
Hi there. I have nearly 15 years experience of working with individuals supporting them with their mental health. I use a combination of evidence based therapy to work with individuals and promote positive change. I am a trained EMDR Therapist, EMDR is a evidence based therapy that is used to treat trauma.
Hi there. I have nearly 15 years experience of working with individuals supporting them with their mental health. I use a combination of evidence based therapy to work with individuals and promote positive change. I am a trained EMDR Therapist, EMDR is a evidence based therapy that is used to treat trauma.
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, anxiety, and relationships, and have a special interest 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, anxiety, and relationships, and have a special interest 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.
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.
Have you've been carrying a lot and you're ready to finally start facing it all? Something has come to a head and you're thinking, "It's finally time." The good news is that you don't have to navigate it all on your own. The even better news is we can take it one step at a time so it doesn't feel quite as overwhelming as it may first seem. Rest assured, compassion and empathy are a core part of my approach to ensure you feel safe and supported through your healing journey. We can work together to understand your experience at a deeper level and build healthy coping skills to move forward.
Have you've been carrying a lot and you're ready to finally start facing it all? Something has come to a head and you're thinking, "It's finally time." The good news is that you don't have to navigate it all on your own. The even better news is we can take it one step at a time so it doesn't feel quite as overwhelming as it may first seem. Rest assured, compassion and empathy are a core part of my approach to ensure you feel safe and supported through your healing journey. We can work together to understand your experience at a deeper level and build healthy coping skills to move forward.
I also work with children and families to provide wrap-around support for our most vulnerable loved ones.
In addition to working with all types of couples and relationships, I also specialize in working with parents, whether you are a new parent or a seasoned parent looking to strengthen your relationship with your partner.
I also work with children and families to provide wrap-around support for our most vulnerable loved ones.
In addition to working with all types of couples and relationships, I also specialize in working with parents, whether you are a new parent or a seasoned parent looking to strengthen your relationship with your partner.
I support families in understanding sensory processing differences, managing big emotions and identifying social-emotional barriers to accessing daily activities.
Assessment and interactive sessions will predominantly be within the home environment as we are a family-centered service. However, I do work within education settings as required. Sessions are a combination of 1:1 with the child, with siblings, as a family unit or with caregivers. I also support adults with accessing and/or returning to everyday activities.
I support families in understanding sensory processing differences, managing big emotions and identifying social-emotional barriers to accessing daily activities.
Assessment and interactive sessions will predominantly be within the home environment as we are a family-centered service. However, I do work within education settings as required. Sessions are a combination of 1:1 with the child, with siblings, as a family unit or with caregivers. I also support adults with accessing and/or returning to everyday activities.
Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.