Therapists in Whangarei
Dan Jackson
Counsellor, MNZAC
Verified Verified
Whangarei 0110
Waitlist for new clients
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.
Online Therapists
Farah Elnashi
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Auckland 2104 (Online Only)
Im here to support you achieve your goals no matter what they are; from reducing anxiety, increasing motivation, working on selfcare and resolving trauma, to just being happier
Im here to support you achieve your goals no matter what they are; from reducing anxiety, increasing motivation, working on selfcare and resolving trauma, to just being happier
Natalie Mack
Verified Verified
Orewa 0931
I am an experienced Occupational Therapist, counsellor and family therapist. I have worked in mental health for the past 20 plus years and love it. I enjoy working with youth and adults who are experiencing difficulties including anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, problems at school, autism and adhd, family relationship issues, grief. I am grounded and practical in my approach, focusing on creating a safe space for you to talk and also develop skills in coping with your challenges . I would describe myself as purposefully integrative, meaning i draw from many models in my work, depending what I think will work best.
I am an experienced Occupational Therapist, counsellor and family therapist. I have worked in mental health for the past 20 plus years and love it. I enjoy working with youth and adults who are experiencing difficulties including anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, problems at school, autism and adhd, family relationship issues, grief. I am grounded and practical in my approach, focusing on creating a safe space for you to talk and also develop skills in coping with your challenges . I would describe myself as purposefully integrative, meaning i draw from many models in my work, depending what I think will work best.
RecoverLife International
Psychotherapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Auckland 1071
How lovely to find me, I’m Specialist Therapist Joy, and I’ve been in the industry for a decade now. I invest a lot into research, and into integrative healthcare, and am Harvard Medical School Educated. Distress doesn’t discriminate, and mental health exists for everyone. I’ve been a client and clinician in both public and private health, and both have virtues and vices, however I thrive in the diversity of being Internationally Licensed. I invest excellence back into my clients, and am highly empathic. Fascinated by how and why, and if you’re feeling scared to reach out-I felt scared when I needed help too. Quality care provided!
How lovely to find me, I’m Specialist Therapist Joy, and I’ve been in the industry for a decade now. I invest a lot into research, and into integrative healthcare, and am Harvard Medical School Educated. Distress doesn’t discriminate, and mental health exists for everyone. I’ve been a client and clinician in both public and private health, and both have virtues and vices, however I thrive in the diversity of being Internationally Licensed. I invest excellence back into my clients, and am highly empathic. Fascinated by how and why, and if you’re feeling scared to reach out-I felt scared when I needed help too. Quality care provided!
Shana Valente
Counsellor, MCouns, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orewa 0931
Kia Ora and welcome. I am a down to earth counsellor, currently working with individuals (teens + adults) online most days and in person on Wednesdays & Fridays in Orewa, Auckland. I am originally from Canada but have lived in NZ for the past 12 years. I have a Masters degree in Counselling, along with a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Guidance. I have worked with young people and families in various roles in the community and in mental health services since 2003. I love to meet new people and find it is an absolute privilege to hear about different journeys and experiences people have in life.
Kia Ora and welcome. I am a down to earth counsellor, currently working with individuals (teens + adults) online most days and in person on Wednesdays & Fridays in Orewa, Auckland. I am originally from Canada but have lived in NZ for the past 12 years. I have a Masters degree in Counselling, along with a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Guidance. I have worked with young people and families in various roles in the community and in mental health services since 2003. I love to meet new people and find it is an absolute privilege to hear about different journeys and experiences people have in life.
Maarten Nico Mulholland
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Auckland 1010 (Online Only)
Maarten completed his MA Counseling through Monash University in Melbourne Australia and is a registered counsellor with the ACA. He has been associated with lifelines both in New Zealand and Japan, as well as distance counseling via online services. With over 25 years experience in education and counseling, he offers a supportive perspective that will help bring clarity in times of difficulty. Maarten’s theoretical orientation is firmly client centered, with cognitive behavioral therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness as major influencers.
Maarten completed his MA Counseling through Monash University in Melbourne Australia and is a registered counsellor with the ACA. He has been associated with lifelines both in New Zealand and Japan, as well as distance counseling via online services. With over 25 years experience in education and counseling, he offers a supportive perspective that will help bring clarity in times of difficulty. Maarten’s theoretical orientation is firmly client centered, with cognitive behavioral therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness as major influencers.
Sunitha Ramnarayan
Counsellor, NZCCA
Verified Verified
Auckland 0632
It’s my privilege to come alongside and help restore wellbeing. My clients include teenagers, young adults, couples, families and older adults seeking healing and restoration. I am interested in how our bodies, minds, souls and spirit all give wisdoms and healing. I use both body focused “bottom up” and cognitive methods “top down “ modalities of therapy to integrate a fully inclusive healing journey. My ethos is founded on a Strength based Person Centred counselling. My method of engagement in therapeutic relationships is deeply respectful of your own wisdoms and strengths, offering a collaboration where we learn from each other.
It’s my privilege to come alongside and help restore wellbeing. My clients include teenagers, young adults, couples, families and older adults seeking healing and restoration. I am interested in how our bodies, minds, souls and spirit all give wisdoms and healing. I use both body focused “bottom up” and cognitive methods “top down “ modalities of therapy to integrate a fully inclusive healing journey. My ethos is founded on a Strength based Person Centred counselling. My method of engagement in therapeutic relationships is deeply respectful of your own wisdoms and strengths, offering a collaboration where we learn from each other.
Safe Space with Shagoon
MA
Verified Verified
Auckland 1010
I am an enthusiastic, energetic and reliable individual with a wealth of experiences combined with appropriate qualifications who has been supporting individuals through general, complex and diverse issues they may experience. I believe in creative yet simple ways to bring out positive emotional, social and cognitive changes in people. I have a diverse and comprehensive educational background from the University of Adelaide and Delhi (India). I have current police checks, all my DCSI screenings. Providing E-Counselling to NRIs and Indians. In one sentence, encouraging self care, positivity and mental health is my life’s passion.
I am an enthusiastic, energetic and reliable individual with a wealth of experiences combined with appropriate qualifications who has been supporting individuals through general, complex and diverse issues they may experience. I believe in creative yet simple ways to bring out positive emotional, social and cognitive changes in people. I have a diverse and comprehensive educational background from the University of Adelaide and Delhi (India). I have current police checks, all my DCSI screenings. Providing E-Counselling to NRIs and Indians. In one sentence, encouraging self care, positivity and mental health is my life’s passion.
Marie Franklin
Psychotherapist, MPsych, PBANZ
Verified Verified
Auckland 0626
I’m a psychotherapist passionate about supporting mental and emotional well-being. I specialise in trauma, neurodiversity, and mood related challenges.such as anxiety and depression. I’m particularly interested in supporting mothers. I love discovering what holds a person back from living their dreams snd realising their potential . I’m a humanitarian at heart, having had the privalege of working with people from diverse ethnicities from a refugee background. I work with relationship issues including working with couples, as well as supporting people with low self esteem. I practice ecotherapy, where nature assists in the healing!
I’m a psychotherapist passionate about supporting mental and emotional well-being. I specialise in trauma, neurodiversity, and mood related challenges.such as anxiety and depression. I’m particularly interested in supporting mothers. I love discovering what holds a person back from living their dreams snd realising their potential . I’m a humanitarian at heart, having had the privalege of working with people from diverse ethnicities from a refugee background. I work with relationship issues including working with couples, as well as supporting people with low self esteem. I practice ecotherapy, where nature assists in the healing!
Elaine Matthews Venter
Counsellor, AThR
Verified Verified
Silverdale 0932
If you are experiencing difficult emotions, finding it hard to express your feelings, feeling angry, stressed, depressed, or lonely, struggling in your relationships, telling yourself that you do not deserve happiness in life, failing to achieve goals in your life, or struggling with an eating disorder, or addictive behaviour, I can work alongside you to find ways to assist you to feel happier and more fulfilled, while leading a more meaningful and creative life.
If you are experiencing difficult emotions, finding it hard to express your feelings, feeling angry, stressed, depressed, or lonely, struggling in your relationships, telling yourself that you do not deserve happiness in life, failing to achieve goals in your life, or struggling with an eating disorder, or addictive behaviour, I can work alongside you to find ways to assist you to feel happier and more fulfilled, while leading a more meaningful and creative life.
Marcia Sasano
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
Auckland 1021
I have a lifelong interest in the intrinsic relations among psychological factors, behaviour, and physical health and illness. I have special training in behavioural medicine and am passionate about helping individuals maintain wellness and successfully cope with life challenges.
I have a lifelong interest in the intrinsic relations among psychological factors, behaviour, and physical health and illness. I have special training in behavioural medicine and am passionate about helping individuals maintain wellness and successfully cope with life challenges.
Val Hayes
Counsellor, MNZAC
Verified Verified
Auckland 1011
My ideal client may be any age between 16 and 99. Motivated and curious. Ready to try some different ways of thinking and interacting with their body, feelings, mind and spirit. Open to exploring, with me ... their world view, how it has shaped life currently and how they would like it to look. Their issues may include relationships (parents, children, partner, divorce, colleagues etc) review and reset, anxiety, depression, self esteem, loss of direction, stuckness, ageing, loneliness, stereotyping. Their needs are typically to belong, be loved and respected with the goal of finding a peaceful heart and meaningful connections.
My ideal client may be any age between 16 and 99. Motivated and curious. Ready to try some different ways of thinking and interacting with their body, feelings, mind and spirit. Open to exploring, with me ... their world view, how it has shaped life currently and how they would like it to look. Their issues may include relationships (parents, children, partner, divorce, colleagues etc) review and reset, anxiety, depression, self esteem, loss of direction, stuckness, ageing, loneliness, stereotyping. Their needs are typically to belong, be loved and respected with the goal of finding a peaceful heart and meaningful connections.
Nat Phillips | Bright Minds Counselling
Counsellor, MCouns, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Auckland 1052 (Online Only)
Nau mai, haere mai. Kia ora and welcome. My name is Nat (she/they), and I am an experienced counsellor and wellbeing coach. I work individually with children, adolescents, and adults. I offer both online and in-person counselling sessions for ages 10+. My in-person sessions take place in a comfortable and quiet space in the heart of Parnell.
Nau mai, haere mai. Kia ora and welcome. My name is Nat (she/they), and I am an experienced counsellor and wellbeing coach. I work individually with children, adolescents, and adults. I offer both online and in-person counselling sessions for ages 10+. My in-person sessions take place in a comfortable and quiet space in the heart of Parnell.
Moira Howson
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Auckland 0630
Moira has worked with adolescents and adults, helping them with a range of presentations including anxiety, phobias, depression (low mood), grief and loss, trauma, relationship issues, transitions in life, work-stress/burnout and managing ADHD. Moira has a MSocSci (Org. Psych) and a MHSc (Hons)/PGDip in Counselling Psychology. She is a Registered Counselling Psychologist with the NZ Psychologists Board and is a member of the NZ Psychological Society. She offers online consultations to clients across New Zealand and is available to see clients in person on Auckland's North Shore.
Moira has worked with adolescents and adults, helping them with a range of presentations including anxiety, phobias, depression (low mood), grief and loss, trauma, relationship issues, transitions in life, work-stress/burnout and managing ADHD. Moira has a MSocSci (Org. Psych) and a MHSc (Hons)/PGDip in Counselling Psychology. She is a Registered Counselling Psychologist with the NZ Psychologists Board and is a member of the NZ Psychological Society. She offers online consultations to clients across New Zealand and is available to see clients in person on Auckland's North Shore.
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Transgender Counsellors
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognise a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognise a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.