Parenting Therapists in New Plymouth
As a relational coach, I help couples and families thrive at every stage—from planning for a baby and nurturing your relationship as a couple, to parenting children and empowering each individual to be their best.
I specialise in supporting entrepreneurial couples who are running a business and raising a family all at the same time. The unique pressures on relationships is something I understand deeply. I work with you as a system to uncover what is getting in the way and find practical solutions to strengthen your family relationships and personal life satisfaction.
As a relational coach, I help couples and families thrive at every stage—from planning for a baby and nurturing your relationship as a couple, to parenting children and empowering each individual to be their best.
I specialise in supporting entrepreneurial couples who are running a business and raising a family all at the same time. The unique pressures on relationships is something I understand deeply. I work with you as a system to uncover what is getting in the way and find practical solutions to strengthen your family relationships and personal life satisfaction.
As a trauma-focused and culturally sensitive practitioner, I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and respected. I understand how deeply personal and unique each person’s journey is, and I believe healing happens through connection and understanding. Together, we can gently explore the narratives and challenges that may be holding you back, and begin to reconnect with your values, your voice, and your sense of self. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach — my hope is to walk alongside you as you move toward a life that feels more authentic, meaningful, and aligned with who you are.
As a trauma-focused and culturally sensitive practitioner, I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and respected. I understand how deeply personal and unique each person’s journey is, and I believe healing happens through connection and understanding. Together, we can gently explore the narratives and challenges that may be holding you back, and begin to reconnect with your values, your voice, and your sense of self. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach — my hope is to walk alongside you as you move toward a life that feels more authentic, meaningful, and aligned with who you are.
I aim to create a supportive, accepting, attentive environment so you can safely explore challenges and beliefs that are limiting your personal well-being and relationships. Everyone is unique so timing, therapies and techniques are woven into sessions depending on individual needs. I believe the core to effective counselling is to be fully client focused in supporting your journey at your pace with empathy and non-judgement. I am also a registered provider with ACC sensitive claims and Aoake Te Raa (Bereavement by suicide). Visit my WEBSITE for more details
I aim to create a supportive, accepting, attentive environment so you can safely explore challenges and beliefs that are limiting your personal well-being and relationships. Everyone is unique so timing, therapies and techniques are woven into sessions depending on individual needs. I believe the core to effective counselling is to be fully client focused in supporting your journey at your pace with empathy and non-judgement. I am also a registered provider with ACC sensitive claims and Aoake Te Raa (Bereavement by suicide). Visit my WEBSITE for more details
I help women in midlife and beyond navigate health and wellbeing challenges, so that they can live with vitality and purpose - even in the midst of all that life and aging can bring.
As well as the traditional 50 minutes, I offer 30 minute sessions - ideal when you would like focused and practical support with navigating, for example, sleep, emotional eating, stress, diabetes, increasing physical activity or self-care.
You might also find the shorter appointments work well if you have attention difficulties, chronic pain or grief; or if you just want to check in or refresh a skill.
I help women in midlife and beyond navigate health and wellbeing challenges, so that they can live with vitality and purpose - even in the midst of all that life and aging can bring.
As well as the traditional 50 minutes, I offer 30 minute sessions - ideal when you would like focused and practical support with navigating, for example, sleep, emotional eating, stress, diabetes, increasing physical activity or self-care.
You might also find the shorter appointments work well if you have attention difficulties, chronic pain or grief; or if you just want to check in or refresh a skill.
High-performing professionals and entrepreneurs often succeed in business but silently struggle at home. Whether your marriage feels on the brink or you simply want deeper connection, I provide a safe, structured space to realign love and leadership. Research shows couples therapy ranks lowest in client satisfaction, often leaving professionals frustrated. That’s why I created the Aroha Rapid Transformation Method—a practical, results-focused approach that helps couples move quickly from stress and disconnection to clarity, intimacy, and trust.
High-performing professionals and entrepreneurs often succeed in business but silently struggle at home. Whether your marriage feels on the brink or you simply want deeper connection, I provide a safe, structured space to realign love and leadership. Research shows couples therapy ranks lowest in client satisfaction, often leaving professionals frustrated. That’s why I created the Aroha Rapid Transformation Method—a practical, results-focused approach that helps couples move quickly from stress and disconnection to clarity, intimacy, and trust.
Kia ora, I'm Paola. In therapy, change comes in waves and cycles, like with the tides. I provide my clients a safe and professional environment to navigate those therapeutic tides in the smoothest way possible. I bring to the therapeutic process competence, clarity and clinical discernment for the client to be able to dive safely in the deep waters of personal transformation. Clients report that they experience tangible results as enhanced self-esteem and trust, reduced severity of symptoms as anxiety, depression, grief or mental confusion, and the restoring of their capacity for secure, and organized relationships, among others.
Kia ora, I'm Paola. In therapy, change comes in waves and cycles, like with the tides. I provide my clients a safe and professional environment to navigate those therapeutic tides in the smoothest way possible. I bring to the therapeutic process competence, clarity and clinical discernment for the client to be able to dive safely in the deep waters of personal transformation. Clients report that they experience tangible results as enhanced self-esteem and trust, reduced severity of symptoms as anxiety, depression, grief or mental confusion, and the restoring of their capacity for secure, and organized relationships, among others.
Kia ora and hello! I have some availability for both couples counselling and individuals. I also offer a free initial ten minute consultation by telephone.
I'm a registered counsellor with experience in addressing all kinds of concerns; including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, anger management, stress and navigating life transitions. I have a particular interest and experience in assisting men and women who have suffered personal or intergenerational trauma, along with relationship issues. I practice EMDR.
Kia ora and hello! I have some availability for both couples counselling and individuals. I also offer a free initial ten minute consultation by telephone.
I'm a registered counsellor with experience in addressing all kinds of concerns; including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, anger management, stress and navigating life transitions. I have a particular interest and experience in assisting men and women who have suffered personal or intergenerational trauma, along with relationship issues. I practice EMDR.
Taught Mental Health through group courses in local schools and Parenting courses.
My name is Leith Thompson. I'm married with 4 grown children and eleven grand-children. My wife Donna and I live in Tauranga, NZ. I've been involved in the caring for people profession for over thirty years, before that I drove forklifts and worked as a baker. I have contracted to Mental Health and local Schools for many years and I have worked with ages five to eighty five. My wife and I make the most of our leisure time by enjoying good movies, great coffee and travelling. To relax I play table tennis and pool.
Taught Mental Health through group courses in local schools and Parenting courses.
My name is Leith Thompson. I'm married with 4 grown children and eleven grand-children. My wife Donna and I live in Tauranga, NZ. I've been involved in the caring for people profession for over thirty years, before that I drove forklifts and worked as a baker. I have contracted to Mental Health and local Schools for many years and I have worked with ages five to eighty five. My wife and I make the most of our leisure time by enjoying good movies, great coffee and travelling. To relax I play table tennis and pool.
Seeking help is a courageous step, and picking the right therapist can be a daunting task....so who am I?....I am a heart centred, gentle and relational Gestalt therapist. I provide a safe space where we can explore together, with kindness and compassion, what brings you to therapy.
If you'd like to know more, please feel free to email me and we can arrange a 15 minute no obligation zoom chat, to see if we could work together. the first step is often the hardest....reach out.
Seeking help is a courageous step, and picking the right therapist can be a daunting task....so who am I?....I am a heart centred, gentle and relational Gestalt therapist. I provide a safe space where we can explore together, with kindness and compassion, what brings you to therapy.
If you'd like to know more, please feel free to email me and we can arrange a 15 minute no obligation zoom chat, to see if we could work together. the first step is often the hardest....reach out.
Online Therapists
I also focus on supporting men and women through their life experiences and transitions, whether it be related to career, education, relationships, parenting, grief, aging or more.
I work holistically and offer a safe respectful space to help you explore, examine and understand your thoughts, emotions, nervous system, executive functioning, values, needs, self-compassion and strengths so that you can be your true self in a challenging world.
I also focus on supporting men and women through their life experiences and transitions, whether it be related to career, education, relationships, parenting, grief, aging or more.
I work holistically and offer a safe respectful space to help you explore, examine and understand your thoughts, emotions, nervous system, executive functioning, values, needs, self-compassion and strengths so that you can be your true self in a challenging world.
Speaking about experiences that are personal, distressing, or hard to put into words can feel challenging. I offer a warm, respectful, and supportive therapeutic space where, together, we can explore whatever is troubling you at your own pace. My work is relational and client-centred, grounded in psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approaches, and informed by extensive life experience working with people from diverse backgrounds across many different occupational and life settings. I also have a strong interest in dreams, which can help deepen understanding of self and relationships, supporting meaningful change and growth.
Speaking about experiences that are personal, distressing, or hard to put into words can feel challenging. I offer a warm, respectful, and supportive therapeutic space where, together, we can explore whatever is troubling you at your own pace. My work is relational and client-centred, grounded in psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approaches, and informed by extensive life experience working with people from diverse backgrounds across many different occupational and life settings. I also have a strong interest in dreams, which can help deepen understanding of self and relationships, supporting meaningful change and growth.
“Supporting you in turning setbacks into pathways toward flourishing”.
Whether you're dealing with overwhelm, low mood, career transitions, trauma, or simply wanting to gain more clarity, our work together will focus on practical, evidence-based strategies to help you take meaningful steps forward.
Hi, I'm John, a registered Mental Health Occupational Therapist. I now offer online sessions throughout New Zealand and internationally, as well as in-person sessions in Raglan.
“Supporting you in turning setbacks into pathways toward flourishing”.
Whether you're dealing with overwhelm, low mood, career transitions, trauma, or simply wanting to gain more clarity, our work together will focus on practical, evidence-based strategies to help you take meaningful steps forward.
Hi, I'm John, a registered Mental Health Occupational Therapist. I now offer online sessions throughout New Zealand and internationally, as well as in-person sessions in Raglan.
I have been a therapist for 32 years. Because I have training in a wide range of therapeutic models I have a wealth of knowledge and experience to draw on. I work intuitively with you, responding moment to moment to issues that arise. I use myself as a resource to meet you in an intimate connection.
I use a number of creative approaches including: strengths based therapy; art & journal therapy; sand tray work; EMDR; Brain Spotting; person-centred therapy; dream work and other processes. If you would like to talk with me about how I work you are welcome to call to discuss my methods.
I have been a therapist for 32 years. Because I have training in a wide range of therapeutic models I have a wealth of knowledge and experience to draw on. I work intuitively with you, responding moment to moment to issues that arise. I use myself as a resource to meet you in an intimate connection.
I use a number of creative approaches including: strengths based therapy; art & journal therapy; sand tray work; EMDR; Brain Spotting; person-centred therapy; dream work and other processes. If you would like to talk with me about how I work you are welcome to call to discuss my methods.
Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.