Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Lower Hutt
I am an experienced, social work-trained practitioner who has spent many years walking alongside women in their therapeutic journeys, with a particular interest in supporting the postpartum period. This can be a time of deep change, emotionally, physically, and relationally and I offer a space where you can gently make sense of your experience and reconnect with yourself.
My approach is person-centred and integrative, weaving together different ways of working to support what you need. Alongside this, I also support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, emotional regulation challenges, stress and trauma.
I am an experienced, social work-trained practitioner who has spent many years walking alongside women in their therapeutic journeys, with a particular interest in supporting the postpartum period. This can be a time of deep change, emotionally, physically, and relationally and I offer a space where you can gently make sense of your experience and reconnect with yourself.
My approach is person-centred and integrative, weaving together different ways of working to support what you need. Alongside this, I also support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, emotional regulation challenges, stress and trauma.
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.
Relationship difficulties, separation and divorce, anxiety, stress, grief and major life transitions can leave you feeling overwhelmed, uncertain or unsure what to do next. I work with adults, couples and young adults in Wellington and online throughout New Zealand. Together we make sense of what is happening, calm difficult emotions, strengthen communication and relationships, and create a clearer way forward. My approach is warm, practical and grounded, drawing on more than 10 years of coaching experience, HeartMath, NLP and mBIT.
Relationship difficulties, separation and divorce, anxiety, stress, grief and major life transitions can leave you feeling overwhelmed, uncertain or unsure what to do next. I work with adults, couples and young adults in Wellington and online throughout New Zealand. Together we make sense of what is happening, calm difficult emotions, strengthen communication and relationships, and create a clearer way forward. My approach is warm, practical and grounded, drawing on more than 10 years of coaching experience, HeartMath, NLP and mBIT.
Do you find your thoughts overwhelming you? Are these thoughts constantly on your mind keeping you from living your life? Through life's obstacles and challenges, there is a story. You deserved to be heard for yourself or your relationship with your loved ones. Each journey with a client is unique. I am here to listen if you are experiencing anxiety, stress, anger or depression. When past traumas or present issues create road bumps in your life, I can work collaboratively to help you make sense of it all.
Do you find your thoughts overwhelming you? Are these thoughts constantly on your mind keeping you from living your life? Through life's obstacles and challenges, there is a story. You deserved to be heard for yourself or your relationship with your loved ones. Each journey with a client is unique. I am here to listen if you are experiencing anxiety, stress, anger or depression. When past traumas or present issues create road bumps in your life, I can work collaboratively to help you make sense of it all.
Kia Ora.
I am a therapist who offers compassionate, confidential, and evidence based counselling. I specialise in working with a wide variety of issues taking a particular interest in trauma, complex PTSD, BPD, chronic pain, OCD, and anxiety.
I have a background working in mental health services from inpatient, community and primary mental health. This has given me broad understanding of New Zealand's health system and helping my clients with a wide range of issues.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, and The Conversational Model.
Kia Ora.
I am a therapist who offers compassionate, confidential, and evidence based counselling. I specialise in working with a wide variety of issues taking a particular interest in trauma, complex PTSD, BPD, chronic pain, OCD, and anxiety.
I have a background working in mental health services from inpatient, community and primary mental health. This has given me broad understanding of New Zealand's health system and helping my clients with a wide range of issues.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, and The Conversational Model.
Kia ora. I am a counsellor, supervisor, and educator with over 30 years’ experience supporting young people, adults, and families through a wide range of life challenges. My background includes working as a high school counsellor, RTLB, teacher, and in private practice, giving me a strong understanding of the many complexities people face at different stages of life.
Kia ora. I am a counsellor, supervisor, and educator with over 30 years’ experience supporting young people, adults, and families through a wide range of life challenges. My background includes working as a high school counsellor, RTLB, teacher, and in private practice, giving me a strong understanding of the many complexities people face at different stages of life.
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If you don't drop off when you put your head on your pillow, or you wake up during the night and can't get back to sleep for hours - then get in touch.
I specialise in treating insomnia and sleep difficulties. Insomnia is not a mental health disorder per se. It is a problem with the human sleep wake system. Insomnia doesn't respond to standard psychotherapy and requires specialist therapy using CBT-I. I am NZ's only Board Certified Behavioral Sleep Medicine practitioner.
If you don't drop off when you put your head on your pillow, or you wake up during the night and can't get back to sleep for hours - then get in touch.
I specialise in treating insomnia and sleep difficulties. Insomnia is not a mental health disorder per se. It is a problem with the human sleep wake system. Insomnia doesn't respond to standard psychotherapy and requires specialist therapy using CBT-I. I am NZ's only Board Certified Behavioral Sleep Medicine practitioner.
My whole professional life I worked for people face-to-face. First as a social justice lawyer, later as a qualified acupuncturist and counselor. I enjoy supporting people- young and old - who are struggling with a variety of mental health issues, to find their own answers and solutions which enables them to move forward.
My whole professional life I worked for people face-to-face. First as a social justice lawyer, later as a qualified acupuncturist and counselor. I enjoy supporting people- young and old - who are struggling with a variety of mental health issues, to find their own answers and solutions which enables them to move forward.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years' experience working in a range of adult settings. I offer comprehensive assessments including neuroaffirming assessments for autism, and therapy for a wide range of concerns including for challenges experienced by autistic persons such as autistic burnout, and shutdowns and meltdowns. I have provided supervision and training in specialist areas for clinical psychologists and mental health professionals and have a commitment to clinical expertise. My aim is to provide a safe space and ensure that the process resonates with each person’s needs and preferences.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years' experience working in a range of adult settings. I offer comprehensive assessments including neuroaffirming assessments for autism, and therapy for a wide range of concerns including for challenges experienced by autistic persons such as autistic burnout, and shutdowns and meltdowns. I have provided supervision and training in specialist areas for clinical psychologists and mental health professionals and have a commitment to clinical expertise. My aim is to provide a safe space and ensure that the process resonates with each person’s needs and preferences.
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.
Elaine is a Senior Registered Psychologist in New Zealand and a Registered Practioner 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. (Offers early morning/evening video sessions, (though Clearhead, EAP/insurance) and in person. Elaine uses various approaches CBT, SFT, ADHD coaching etc. She has over 27 years experience working with adults, teenagers/children/families. Elaine has worked within the Health Service, G.P. surgeries, CYFS/OT, Special Education and in private practice .
Elaine is a Senior Registered Psychologist in New Zealand and a Registered Practioner 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. (Offers early morning/evening video sessions, (though Clearhead, EAP/insurance) and in person. Elaine uses various approaches CBT, SFT, ADHD coaching etc. She has over 27 years experience working with adults, teenagers/children/families. Elaine has worked within the Health Service, G.P. surgeries, CYFS/OT, Special Education and in private practice .
My approach draws on traditional and alternative counselling modalities. I use these approaches to empower my clients and my practice is strongly grounded in spirituality and energy psychology. Nourishment and healing are facilitated through energy-integration, visualisation, inner-child work and support in recovering a sense of self.
My approach draws on traditional and alternative counselling modalities. I use these approaches to empower my clients and my practice is strongly grounded in spirituality and energy psychology. Nourishment and healing are facilitated through energy-integration, visualisation, inner-child work and support in recovering a sense of self.
I'm a Mental Health Therapist specialising in Sleep Psychology.
Therapies offered include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT for insomnia (CBT-I) and Nightmares (CBT-N), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-Based Therapy for Insomnia.
I offer both in-person (Wānaka) and online sessions for clients across New Zealand.
I'm a Mental Health Therapist specialising in Sleep Psychology.
Therapies offered include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT for insomnia (CBT-I) and Nightmares (CBT-N), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-Based Therapy for Insomnia.
I offer both in-person (Wānaka) and online sessions for clients across New Zealand.
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.
My name is Rebecca Thurlow and I am a registered psychologist working with adults. I specialise in Specialist Cover Assessments and ACC Mental Injury Assessments, and have extensive experience in the psychological diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of mental health difficulties. Alongside my assessment work, I facilitate an online 14‑week DBT skills group via the ACC sensitive claims pathway and provide individual therapy funded through ACC, private practice, and Clearhead (EAP). I am a trained Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) practitioner and draw on other evidence‑based approaches including ACT, CBT, CFT, and Mindfulness.
My name is Rebecca Thurlow and I am a registered psychologist working with adults. I specialise in Specialist Cover Assessments and ACC Mental Injury Assessments, and have extensive experience in the psychological diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of mental health difficulties. Alongside my assessment work, I facilitate an online 14‑week DBT skills group via the ACC sensitive claims pathway and provide individual therapy funded through ACC, private practice, and Clearhead (EAP). I am a trained Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) practitioner and draw on other evidence‑based approaches including ACT, CBT, CFT, and Mindfulness.
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.
You may be experiecing grief, loss, or a transition where you feel lost or overwhelmed. This could be a lifetime of losses (death or non death), something impending, a bereavement, a relationship under strain, a season of life that no longer fits or a change at work. You may be experiencing anxiety or depression and want to feel heard, seen and understood, as well as maybe making changes in your life. I work with adults navigating these experiences, and with people who are simply seeking to understand themselves better. I also offer professional clinical supervision.
You may be experiecing grief, loss, or a transition where you feel lost or overwhelmed. This could be a lifetime of losses (death or non death), something impending, a bereavement, a relationship under strain, a season of life that no longer fits or a change at work. You may be experiencing anxiety or depression and want to feel heard, seen and understood, as well as maybe making changes in your life. I work with adults navigating these experiences, and with people who are simply seeking to understand themselves better. I also offer professional clinical supervision.
Sam is an experienced clinician who brings a compassionate, mindful, and deeply respectful approach to supporting people from all walks of life. Her unique perspective integrates the wisdom of the body with psychodynamic understanding, recognising that our physical presence—our posture, expressions, movement, and voice—reflects the rich landscape of our inner emotional world.
Sam is an experienced clinician who brings a compassionate, mindful, and deeply respectful approach to supporting people from all walks of life. Her unique perspective integrates the wisdom of the body with psychodynamic understanding, recognising that our physical presence—our posture, expressions, movement, and voice—reflects the rich landscape of our inner emotional world.
I like helping people connect to themselves as they navigate challenging life situations. I work with the understanding that there is a world between hope and despair, where we respond to existence with awareness. I seek such awareness in my life, and I feel rewarded when I can support others in discovering their authenticity. I am also sensitive to diversity in cultural backgrounds and life perspectives.
I like helping people connect to themselves as they navigate challenging life situations. I work with the understanding that there is a world between hope and despair, where we respond to existence with awareness. I seek such awareness in my life, and I feel rewarded when I can support others in discovering their authenticity. I am also sensitive to diversity in cultural backgrounds and life perspectives.
My goal is to help you create positive change whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues. I am relatable and have a practical approach to therapy intended for making meaningful changes.
I also have experience helping clients manage mental health symptoms associated with physical injuries and medical illnesses; I have had the privilege of seeing clients make dramatic recoveries and be able to re-enter the workforce.
My goal is to help you create positive change whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues. I am relatable and have a practical approach to therapy intended for making meaningful changes.
I also have experience helping clients manage mental health symptoms associated with physical injuries and medical illnesses; I have had the privilege of seeing clients make dramatic recoveries and be able to re-enter the workforce.
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How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.