Self Esteem Therapists in Otago

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Josh Bennison
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Dunedin 9016
Kia ora, I’m Josh. I am a counsellor and adventure therapist committed to supporting people on their journey toward balance, wellbeing, and meaningful personal growth. I work to create a safe, genuine, and collaborative therapeutic space where you feel seen, heard, and supported.
Kia ora, I’m Josh. I am a counsellor and adventure therapist committed to supporting people on their journey toward balance, wellbeing, and meaningful personal growth. I work to create a safe, genuine, and collaborative therapeutic space where you feel seen, heard, and supported.
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Alice Beattie
Counsellor, MNZAC
Alexandra 9320
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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Sheree Kataraina Wallis
Counsellor, MPsych, MNZAC
1 Endorsed
Cromwell 9310
I am available for therapeutic conversations and counselling support. I provide Clinical/Practice Supervision to meet your CPD needs as a practitioner, clinical manager, peer support and mental health worker. I prepare cultural reports for court (family, youth and district). I have a practice background working with young people and children, adults with repeat and recidivist offending behaviour; complex mental health and addictions, sexually harmful behaviours, trauma, hurt and pain. I provide Cultural Supervision from a kaupapa Māori lens and I will walk alongside you to explore your own cultural practice.
I am available for therapeutic conversations and counselling support. I provide Clinical/Practice Supervision to meet your CPD needs as a practitioner, clinical manager, peer support and mental health worker. I prepare cultural reports for court (family, youth and district). I have a practice background working with young people and children, adults with repeat and recidivist offending behaviour; complex mental health and addictions, sexually harmful behaviours, trauma, hurt and pain. I provide Cultural Supervision from a kaupapa Māori lens and I will walk alongside you to explore your own cultural practice.
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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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DyslexiaAssessment
Psychologist, MPsych
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.
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.
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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.
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Araxi Mavridis
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
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.
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.
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Atarangi Counselling
Counsellor, MCouns, MNZAC
Serves Area
Seeking a non-judgmental sex therapist? Struggling with intimacy, low libido, trauma, or relationships? Want to improve communication, build trust, and reignite passion? Let's work together to overcome obstacles, boost confidence, and achieve fulfilling relationships. I offer confidential, empathetic support, tailoring sessions to your unique needs and goals. Take the first step towards a more satisfying sex life, stronger relationships, and increased self-awareness. Let's explore desires, boundaries, and identity in a safe space. Start your journey to empowerment, pleasure, and deeper connections.
Seeking a non-judgmental sex therapist? Struggling with intimacy, low libido, trauma, or relationships? Want to improve communication, build trust, and reignite passion? Let's work together to overcome obstacles, boost confidence, and achieve fulfilling relationships. I offer confidential, empathetic support, tailoring sessions to your unique needs and goals. Take the first step towards a more satisfying sex life, stronger relationships, and increased self-awareness. Let's explore desires, boundaries, and identity in a safe space. Start your journey to empowerment, pleasure, and deeper connections.
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Erica Steele
Counsellor, MA, MNZAC
Online Only
Do you need help through a major life transition - to help build confidence, develop life direction, improve communication and relationship skills, manage stress, anger, depression and anxiety, and encourage wellbeing and self care? I can help, and welcome your enquiry. I can also assist with conflict resolution and Short Intervention Addiction Therapy (great for highly motivated people looking to change negative habits). I currently work with a variety of people including business owners, tradespeople, homemakers, farmers, artists, and students. Preferred provider for Auckland Chamber of Commerce. Registered with EAP providers.
Do you need help through a major life transition - to help build confidence, develop life direction, improve communication and relationship skills, manage stress, anger, depression and anxiety, and encourage wellbeing and self care? I can help, and welcome your enquiry. I can also assist with conflict resolution and Short Intervention Addiction Therapy (great for highly motivated people looking to change negative habits). I currently work with a variety of people including business owners, tradespeople, homemakers, farmers, artists, and students. Preferred provider for Auckland Chamber of Commerce. Registered with EAP providers.
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Jonathan Kirk
Counsellor, MA, NZAC - Provisional
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
At the heart of our work is building a strong foundation of trust. I support adults from diverse backgrounds who feel overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, low in mood, or unsure of their next direction. They may be navigating anxiety, stress, depression, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, or life transitions. I also help couples navigate difficult times with Gottman couples counselling. Often, they’ve been coping on their own for a long time and are ready for support. They want clarity, steadiness, and a safe space to make sense of what’s happening so they can move forward with greater confidence and emotional and mental resilience.
At the heart of our work is building a strong foundation of trust. I support adults from diverse backgrounds who feel overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, low in mood, or unsure of their next direction. They may be navigating anxiety, stress, depression, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, or life transitions. I also help couples navigate difficult times with Gottman couples counselling. Often, they’ve been coping on their own for a long time and are ready for support. They want clarity, steadiness, and a safe space to make sense of what’s happening so they can move forward with greater confidence and emotional and mental resilience.
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Anushree Dixit
Counsellor, MA, NZAC - Provisional
Online Only
I am a compassionate Counsellor and CBT Practitioner offering personalised, client-centred therapy tailored to your unique needs and goals. With a background in Masters in Clinical Psychology and experience in a leading neuropsychiatric and de-addiction hospital in India, I support individuals facing anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. Based in Wellington, I provide culturally responsive counselling in English, Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi, creating a safe and collaborative space for growth and healing.
I am a compassionate Counsellor and CBT Practitioner offering personalised, client-centred therapy tailored to your unique needs and goals. With a background in Masters in Clinical Psychology and experience in a leading neuropsychiatric and de-addiction hospital in India, I support individuals facing anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. Based in Wellington, I provide culturally responsive counselling in English, Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi, creating a safe and collaborative space for growth and healing.
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Joanne Deaker
Verified Verified
Online Only
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.
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Soulcheck Holistic Therapy
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Whether you need support in individual counselling, couples therapy, men's health, anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, trauma, emotional and psychological abuse, low self-esteem, personal development, grief and loss, I offer a warm, inclusive, safe, non-judgmental environment for you.
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.
Whether you need support in individual counselling, couples therapy, men's health, anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, trauma, emotional and psychological abuse, low self-esteem, personal development, grief and loss, I offer a warm, inclusive, safe, non-judgmental environment for you.
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.
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Glenda Irwin
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Serves Area
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.
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Kat Barnett
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Serves Area
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.
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The Real Room
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or navigating a difficult life change and unsure where to begin. Many people come to counselling during times of loss, relationship changes, identity shifts, or when life simply no longer feels the same. Grief can follow bereavement, but it can also appear in quieter ways through life transitions, health changes, or the loss of a version of life we expected. I’m Hannah Wilkes, a Bachelor-qualified counsellor and NZAC member. I offer a calm, grounded space where you can talk openly about whatever you’re carrying, whether that’s sadness, anxiety, confusion, or feeling disconnected from yourself
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or navigating a difficult life change and unsure where to begin. Many people come to counselling during times of loss, relationship changes, identity shifts, or when life simply no longer feels the same. Grief can follow bereavement, but it can also appear in quieter ways through life transitions, health changes, or the loss of a version of life we expected. I’m Hannah Wilkes, a Bachelor-qualified counsellor and NZAC member. I offer a calm, grounded space where you can talk openly about whatever you’re carrying, whether that’s sadness, anxiety, confusion, or feeling disconnected from yourself
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Rātā Gordon
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Online Only
Many people who find their way to this work have spent a long time trying to put words to experiences that don’t always fit easily into ordinary conversation. They may feel things intensely, think in complex or creative ways, or find that their inner world moves in images, sensations, or metaphor rather than straightforward explanations. I work especially well with people who feel deeply, think creatively, or have struggled to find therapy that makes space for imagination, sensitivity, or non-linear ways of processing experience.
Many people who find their way to this work have spent a long time trying to put words to experiences that don’t always fit easily into ordinary conversation. They may feel things intensely, think in complex or creative ways, or find that their inner world moves in images, sensations, or metaphor rather than straightforward explanations. I work especially well with people who feel deeply, think creatively, or have struggled to find therapy that makes space for imagination, sensitivity, or non-linear ways of processing experience.
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Dan Goodkind
Psychologist, PhD, MNZCCP
Serves Area
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.
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Shelley Harvill - Rainbow Consulting
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
Shelley obtained a Doctorate of Psychology and completed post grad work in Nova Scotia Canada in 2010. She is a NZ registered clinical psychologist & served in the role of Clinical Manager of a National DBT Service. DBT is an integration of western and eastern psychological philosophies and along with EMDR and CBT based prolonged exposure, is one of Shelley’s preferred therapeutic models for working with emotional regulation, complex needs and trauma.
Shelley obtained a Doctorate of Psychology and completed post grad work in Nova Scotia Canada in 2010. She is a NZ registered clinical psychologist & served in the role of Clinical Manager of a National DBT Service. DBT is an integration of western and eastern psychological philosophies and along with EMDR and CBT based prolonged exposure, is one of Shelley’s preferred therapeutic models for working with emotional regulation, complex needs and trauma.
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Meagan Goodman
Psychologist, MPsych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Kia ora, Talofa, Hello! I am passionate about supporting people in the LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and polyamorous/CNM alternative relationship structure communities. I apply an intersectional lens to understanding experiences of distress. I enjoy working with and resourcing gender-diverse humans, and exploring ways to enhance gender euphoria. I work with individuals (16+), whānau (families), and couples/triads/polycules. I bring creativity, curiosity, and unconditional positive regard to the people I work with. It is a privilege to walk alongside people on their life journey and to bear witness to their growth and development.
Kia ora, Talofa, Hello! I am passionate about supporting people in the LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and polyamorous/CNM alternative relationship structure communities. I apply an intersectional lens to understanding experiences of distress. I enjoy working with and resourcing gender-diverse humans, and exploring ways to enhance gender euphoria. I work with individuals (16+), whānau (families), and couples/triads/polycules. I bring creativity, curiosity, and unconditional positive regard to the people I work with. It is a privilege to walk alongside people on their life journey and to bear witness to their growth and development.
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