Attachment-based Therapists in Upper Hutt
I am an experienced, social work-trained practitioner with many years of working therapeutically with individuals and whānau in the community. My approach is person-centered and eclectic, weaving together various models to best meet your needs. I specialize in supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, life transitions, anger, relationships, emotional regulation, stress, distress, and personal development and growth.
I am an experienced, social work-trained practitioner with many years of working therapeutically with individuals and whānau in the community. My approach is person-centered and eclectic, weaving together various models to best meet your needs. I specialize in supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, life transitions, anger, relationships, emotional regulation, stress, distress, and personal development and growth.
Every journey is different and unique. My therapy sessions are non-judgemental, safe, and sensitive to past trauma. Whether you are overwhelmed by new parenthood, have lost a loved one, feel anxious, depressed, or stressed; I am here for you.
Every journey is different and unique. My therapy sessions are non-judgemental, safe, and sensitive to past trauma. Whether you are overwhelmed by new parenthood, have lost a loved one, feel anxious, depressed, or stressed; I am here for you.
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Dr. Hayley Walker-Williams is a practicing Clinical Psychologist with 24 years of experience. She is registered with the NZ Psychology Board and is a full member of the NZ College of Clinical Psychologists. Her clinical expertise include psychological disorders and specifically trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship issues. She immigrated to New Zealand in 2021 from South Africa where she was a full-time academic/associate professor of psychology at the North-West University. She also consulted in private practice, an inpatient ward and as an EAP consultant. Hayley has published several peer-reviewed journal articles.
Dr. Hayley Walker-Williams is a practicing Clinical Psychologist with 24 years of experience. She is registered with the NZ Psychology Board and is a full member of the NZ College of Clinical Psychologists. Her clinical expertise include psychological disorders and specifically trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship issues. She immigrated to New Zealand in 2021 from South Africa where she was a full-time academic/associate professor of psychology at the North-West University. She also consulted in private practice, an inpatient ward and as an EAP consultant. Hayley has published several peer-reviewed journal articles.
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.
Kia ora, I’m Jade Adams (she/her) and I am an experienced Registered Psychologist working in private practice every Friday in Lower Hutt. I have worked for 6 years in the mental health sector with children, teenagers and their families. I have experience working with a variety of difficulties including anxiety, OCD, panic, PTSD/trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, mood difficulties and low self-esteem. I particularly enjoying working with children, teenagers and their families and young adults (18-25).
Kia ora, I’m Jade Adams (she/her) and I am an experienced Registered Psychologist working in private practice every Friday in Lower Hutt. I have worked for 6 years in the mental health sector with children, teenagers and their families. I have experience working with a variety of difficulties including anxiety, OCD, panic, PTSD/trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, mood difficulties and low self-esteem. I particularly enjoying working with children, teenagers and their families and young adults (18-25).
I am a Nelson-based Psychotherapist offering short-term and long-term psychotherapy for adults, children and young people. My approach to working in therapy relies mainly on psychodynamic theories; meaning that I believe our early experiences have a significant impact on us. We may search for patterns in your life, to better understand what may be causing and perpetuating your problems. In long-term therapy it is crucial that you come to trust me, to share these often very personal memories and experiences.
I am a Nelson-based Psychotherapist offering short-term and long-term psychotherapy for adults, children and young people. My approach to working in therapy relies mainly on psychodynamic theories; meaning that I believe our early experiences have a significant impact on us. We may search for patterns in your life, to better understand what may be causing and perpetuating your problems. In long-term therapy it is crucial that you come to trust me, to share these often very personal memories and experiences.
Kia ora, I offer therapy to help you to overcome difficult experiences in the past to help you towards a better future? I have experience in supporting people who are experiencing stress related to their childhood, or current specific events. There is no better time to start working towards change in your life.
Kia ora, I offer therapy to help you to overcome difficult experiences in the past to help you towards a better future? I have experience in supporting people who are experiencing stress related to their childhood, or current specific events. There is no better time to start working towards change in your life.
We provide online consultations for anyone distressed and obsessed by their partner's sexual and/or romantic past (Retroactive Jealousy). We also specialize in work with sex addiction, HSB and MAP issues.
We provide online consultations for anyone distressed and obsessed by their partner's sexual and/or romantic past (Retroactive Jealousy). We also specialize in work with sex addiction, HSB and MAP issues.
I provide a warm empathetic non-judgemental space for my clients. I work with clients through their problems, and explore their needs and perspectives. I am aware that each client is different and individual, and because of that I work alongside the you to explore the best ways forward for you. I am very client centred in my counselling, within this I will use different ways of working with you, these can include Person Centred Therapy and approaches, Narrative Therapy, ACT, Solution Focused therapy, mindfulness and grounding techniques and Motivational Interviewing.
I provide a warm empathetic non-judgemental space for my clients. I work with clients through their problems, and explore their needs and perspectives. I am aware that each client is different and individual, and because of that I work alongside the you to explore the best ways forward for you. I am very client centred in my counselling, within this I will use different ways of working with you, these can include Person Centred Therapy and approaches, Narrative Therapy, ACT, Solution Focused therapy, mindfulness and grounding techniques and Motivational Interviewing.
If you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, stress, or major life transitions such as migration or parenthood, I’m here to support you. You may be looking for a safe, culturally sensitive, and compassionate space to process your experiences and find effective ways to manage your emotions. Together, we’ll work toward healing, building resilience, and gaining clarity. My goal is to help you feel heard, validated, and empowered, so you can move forward with confidence and achieve the growth you’re seeking.
If you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, stress, or major life transitions such as migration or parenthood, I’m here to support you. You may be looking for a safe, culturally sensitive, and compassionate space to process your experiences and find effective ways to manage your emotions. Together, we’ll work toward healing, building resilience, and gaining clarity. My goal is to help you feel heard, validated, and empowered, so you can move forward with confidence and achieve the growth you’re seeking.
UNIQUE I don’t believe in “one solution fits all”. So I do an initial assessment and get to know you and your therapy goals. I train in different methods and techniques and tailor the session to your needs. HOLISTIC My approach to well-being and happiness is holistic. I look at the different elements in your life and your environment to better understand where you are at right now and what you need. I work on being present, mindful, and accepting. EMPOWERING I believe in giving people tools to apply in their lives outside of the therapy room. I like to give people the autonomy to make choices and perfect their reflective skills.
UNIQUE I don’t believe in “one solution fits all”. So I do an initial assessment and get to know you and your therapy goals. I train in different methods and techniques and tailor the session to your needs. HOLISTIC My approach to well-being and happiness is holistic. I look at the different elements in your life and your environment to better understand where you are at right now and what you need. I work on being present, mindful, and accepting. EMPOWERING I believe in giving people tools to apply in their lives outside of the therapy room. I like to give people the autonomy to make choices and perfect their reflective skills.
Clients offer an array of personal difficulties, seeking insight to issues that are consuming their normally functional life. I have treated clients on a wide spectrum of issues, ranging from mental, physical, emotional, cultural and spiritual ailments. As we uncover a client's personal narrative, their initial needs may change, yet the result remains the same, to find a sense of security and hope in their personal life.
Clients offer an array of personal difficulties, seeking insight to issues that are consuming their normally functional life. I have treated clients on a wide spectrum of issues, ranging from mental, physical, emotional, cultural and spiritual ailments. As we uncover a client's personal narrative, their initial needs may change, yet the result remains the same, to find a sense of security and hope in their personal life.
I work with people who are feeling overwhelmed or stuck, dealing with the impacts of past trauma, relationship difficulties, anxiety, grief, heartbreak, or a sense of emptiness or unease.
I believe you're the expert on your own life, and I'm here to support you in navigating these challenges and unraveling ingrained patterns. My approach is rooted in compassion and genuine curiosity about your unique experience.
I work with people who are feeling overwhelmed or stuck, dealing with the impacts of past trauma, relationship difficulties, anxiety, grief, heartbreak, or a sense of emptiness or unease.
I believe you're the expert on your own life, and I'm here to support you in navigating these challenges and unraveling ingrained patterns. My approach is rooted in compassion and genuine curiosity about your unique experience.
I welcome people looking for support to work through concerns impacting their lives. People who are having difficulties in their relationships, whether that's at home, at work or at play. Therapy provides support, thought and perspective, and a safe place to unpack whatever is on your heart or mind. I offer a place for your concerns to be taken seriously. With compassion, curiosity and patience, we can sit together and consider what is possible.
I welcome people looking for support to work through concerns impacting their lives. People who are having difficulties in their relationships, whether that's at home, at work or at play. Therapy provides support, thought and perspective, and a safe place to unpack whatever is on your heart or mind. I offer a place for your concerns to be taken seriously. With compassion, curiosity and patience, we can sit together and consider what is possible.
I specialize in providing a safe, inclusive space for LGBTQIA+, sex worker, and neurodiverse clients. I understand the challenges of navigating identity, stigma, and societal pressures. In my practice, I offer a collaborative, non-judgmental space for clients to explore, affirm, or reflect on their identities. Together, we build resilience, address challenges, and focus on growth. Therapy is tailored to each individual’s unique journey, ensuring a respectful and empowering experience for all.
I specialize in providing a safe, inclusive space for LGBTQIA+, sex worker, and neurodiverse clients. I understand the challenges of navigating identity, stigma, and societal pressures. In my practice, I offer a collaborative, non-judgmental space for clients to explore, affirm, or reflect on their identities. Together, we build resilience, address challenges, and focus on growth. Therapy is tailored to each individual’s unique journey, ensuring a respectful and empowering experience for all.
Better Self - Better Relationships - Better World. If you're wanting more confidence in yourself, more trust in your relationships, and more acceptance in the world, then I may be able to help. You'll find me an active listener. Through evidence-based interventions, I'll build a supportive therapeutic alliance with you, enabling you to achieve positive change. However, this requires your commitment to effort, time, and investment. The average course is some half dozen sessions, while deeper issues generally need more. Currently, I'm able to offer $945 as prepayment for 6 standard 50-minute sessions - more than a 10% discount.
Better Self - Better Relationships - Better World. If you're wanting more confidence in yourself, more trust in your relationships, and more acceptance in the world, then I may be able to help. You'll find me an active listener. Through evidence-based interventions, I'll build a supportive therapeutic alliance with you, enabling you to achieve positive change. However, this requires your commitment to effort, time, and investment. The average course is some half dozen sessions, while deeper issues generally need more. Currently, I'm able to offer $945 as prepayment for 6 standard 50-minute sessions - more than a 10% discount.
I provide psychotherapy for individuals having difficulties in their relationships, feeling hurt, confused or overwhelmed by circumstances or life events, having a sense of lack or something missing, wanting more from life or curious to understand yourself more fully.
I provide psychotherapy for individuals having difficulties in their relationships, feeling hurt, confused or overwhelmed by circumstances or life events, having a sense of lack or something missing, wanting more from life or curious to understand yourself more fully.
I have extensive experience working with clients presenting/struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Sexual Disorders, Relationships, Career/work related concerns, Self Esteem, Identity/Gender/Sexuality exploration, Cultural Identity, Couples Therapy, Domestic Violence survivors, Sexual Violence survivors.
I am trained in Sex therapy and work with individuals or couples.
I work with adolescent and adult clients of all genders and ethnicities and I am LGBTQI+ friendly.
I have extensive experience working with clients presenting/struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Sexual Disorders, Relationships, Career/work related concerns, Self Esteem, Identity/Gender/Sexuality exploration, Cultural Identity, Couples Therapy, Domestic Violence survivors, Sexual Violence survivors.
I am trained in Sex therapy and work with individuals or couples.
I work with adolescent and adult clients of all genders and ethnicities and I am LGBTQI+ friendly.
I am a mindfulness based therapist, prolific throughout Australasia. My approach uses appropriate validation, relational emphasis and keenly, healing the 'adaptive child' that runs lives. Adult ADHD diagnosis? Emotionally immature parents? Repeating patterns of behaviour. A busy 'chatter' mind...
To thrive we need emotional regulation, something shaped in the experience of presence. Assisting you to FEEL heard, seen, and confident in your own worth. I call this having your own mental agency. Un-useful past experiences are helpful - as the conduit to a flourishing future. This is my work and passion.
I am a mindfulness based therapist, prolific throughout Australasia. My approach uses appropriate validation, relational emphasis and keenly, healing the 'adaptive child' that runs lives. Adult ADHD diagnosis? Emotionally immature parents? Repeating patterns of behaviour. A busy 'chatter' mind...
To thrive we need emotional regulation, something shaped in the experience of presence. Assisting you to FEEL heard, seen, and confident in your own worth. I call this having your own mental agency. Un-useful past experiences are helpful - as the conduit to a flourishing future. This is my work and passion.
I'm a psychodynamic therapist with a particular interest in clients navigating existential, intimacy, or psychospiritual / wairua / soul challenges. You might be struggling with feeling disconnected or less connected than you'd like—from others, your partner, life, or yourself. Maybe you're wrestling with meaning, identity, or intimacy; feeling stuck, numb, or like you're going through the motions; longing for a deeper experience of aliveness, purpose, or belonging. Sometimes clients come to me not necessarily in crisis, but with a sense that something's missing—and a desire to explore that in a safe, professional, attuned space.
I'm a psychodynamic therapist with a particular interest in clients navigating existential, intimacy, or psychospiritual / wairua / soul challenges. You might be struggling with feeling disconnected or less connected than you'd like—from others, your partner, life, or yourself. Maybe you're wrestling with meaning, identity, or intimacy; feeling stuck, numb, or like you're going through the motions; longing for a deeper experience of aliveness, purpose, or belonging. Sometimes clients come to me not necessarily in crisis, but with a sense that something's missing—and a desire to explore that in a safe, professional, attuned space.
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Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.