Bereavement Therapists in Upper Hutt
People who come to see me are usually experiencing grief, depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety or anger.
Good therapy has helped me and I’ve had the pleasure of helping others just like you. When we work together, I'll do an assessment first to find out exactly what you need and want before developing a plan with agreed goals. I can assist you with strategies for coping with maladaptive thinking and self-regulation of overwhelming emotions.
People who come to see me are usually experiencing grief, depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety or anger.
Good therapy has helped me and I’ve had the pleasure of helping others just like you. When we work together, I'll do an assessment first to find out exactly what you need and want before developing a plan with agreed goals. I can assist you with strategies for coping with maladaptive thinking and self-regulation of overwhelming emotions.
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.
Many people reach a point where they need professional help. They may describe themselves as 'stuck' or bewildered or fearful. For many adults seeking therapy, their repetitive behaviour patterns are causing real distress. The issues may centre in their work, their homes or their own fears and worries. When we realise that we may benefit from non judgmental help this is the first step to change for us. Anxiety and low mood frequently develop in response to challenges and worry. I can help you to prioritise, balance your life and respond in a sustainable way to what is making life so hard.
Many people reach a point where they need professional help. They may describe themselves as 'stuck' or bewildered or fearful. For many adults seeking therapy, their repetitive behaviour patterns are causing real distress. The issues may centre in their work, their homes or their own fears and worries. When we realise that we may benefit from non judgmental help this is the first step to change for us. Anxiety and low mood frequently develop in response to challenges and worry. I can help you to prioritise, balance your life and respond in a sustainable way to what is making life so hard.
Good fit is really important! Contact me about a free appointment to see if I'm the right person for you.
I see clients with any DSM 5 disorder (e.g. CPTSD) and also work with sub-clinical individuals who feel like they need extra support, guidance or insight.
Good fit is really important! Contact me about a free appointment to see if I'm the right person for you.
I see clients with any DSM 5 disorder (e.g. CPTSD) and also work with sub-clinical individuals who feel like they need extra support, guidance or insight.
Kia ora, I'm Madi and I am a registered clinical psychologist working in private practice on Thursdays and Fridays out of my office in Wellington. I enjoy working with teenagers and young adults, and have particular interests in post-traumatic stress and disordered eating and body image concerns. I currently work at a Te Whatu Ora service for tamariki, rangatahi and whanau, and also with a private eating disorder service.
Kia ora, I'm Madi and I am a registered clinical psychologist working in private practice on Thursdays and Fridays out of my office in Wellington. I enjoy working with teenagers and young adults, and have particular interests in post-traumatic stress and disordered eating and body image concerns. I currently work at a Te Whatu Ora service for tamariki, rangatahi and whanau, and also with a private eating disorder service.
I frequently work with the following clients - teenagers, university students, and adults. Are you feeling stuck within yourself, or your relationship with a loved one is strained and when you try and resolve it, the relationship actually gets worse rather than better? Are you feeling angry, sad or unfulfilled with your life and are ready for a positive change? I understand that challenges come up in work, in relationships, or inside of ourselves and I listen and share with you some new tools and perspectives to deal with your emotions and situations in a much more positive and helpful way.
I frequently work with the following clients - teenagers, university students, and adults. Are you feeling stuck within yourself, or your relationship with a loved one is strained and when you try and resolve it, the relationship actually gets worse rather than better? Are you feeling angry, sad or unfulfilled with your life and are ready for a positive change? I understand that challenges come up in work, in relationships, or inside of ourselves and I listen and share with you some new tools and perspectives to deal with your emotions and situations in a much more positive and helpful way.
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I help people who may be struggling for a range of reasons - anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, grief, change in life, behavioural issues, anger - to name a few.
My experience with people in a range of settings such as schools, youth groups, hospital, hospice, prisons and non-governmental organisations has helped me bring acceptance, understanding, compassion & a non-judgmental approach to my practice. Clients tell me they appreciate my informal approach. People are at ease with me, nothing shocks me, you won’t be judged. I want you to leave counselling feeling enabled and empowered to believe in yourself and achieve your goals. You will get a better understanding of yourself and your situation, unpick complex issues, gain coping skills and practical strategies to manage your life better.
I help people who may be struggling for a range of reasons - anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, grief, change in life, behavioural issues, anger - to name a few.
My experience with people in a range of settings such as schools, youth groups, hospital, hospice, prisons and non-governmental organisations has helped me bring acceptance, understanding, compassion & a non-judgmental approach to my practice. Clients tell me they appreciate my informal approach. People are at ease with me, nothing shocks me, you won’t be judged. I want you to leave counselling feeling enabled and empowered to believe in yourself and achieve your goals. You will get a better understanding of yourself and your situation, unpick complex issues, gain coping skills and practical strategies to manage your life better.
I specialise in working with people of all ages, especially those facing grief, emotional regulation challenges, or family dynamics.
In my mahi, I understand that the path to wellness is unique to each person. Whether someone is dealing with anxiety, trauma, or navigating complex life transitions, I aim to provide a safe and supportive space for them to explore their journey. I take a holistic, strengths-based approach that helps individuals recognise their own resilience and take meaningful steps toward a more fulfilling pathway in life.
I specialise in working with people of all ages, especially those facing grief, emotional regulation challenges, or family dynamics.
In my mahi, I understand that the path to wellness is unique to each person. Whether someone is dealing with anxiety, trauma, or navigating complex life transitions, I aim to provide a safe and supportive space for them to explore their journey. I take a holistic, strengths-based approach that helps individuals recognise their own resilience and take meaningful steps toward a more fulfilling pathway in life.
However, I since met with people navigating all types of life's challenges and have a particular interest in speaking with those journeying with grief - whether this be from a death or a significant change.
As a narratively informed therapist I view you as the expert in your life and my role in our conversations is one of collaborator. My hope is that my questions might assist in making space for you to step into your preferences for living. I also use interactive drawing therapy and letter writing as part of my practice if this should be of interest to you.
However, I since met with people navigating all types of life's challenges and have a particular interest in speaking with those journeying with grief - whether this be from a death or a significant change.
As a narratively informed therapist I view you as the expert in your life and my role in our conversations is one of collaborator. My hope is that my questions might assist in making space for you to step into your preferences for living. I also use interactive drawing therapy and letter writing as part of my practice if this should be of interest to you.
Her clinical expertise include psychological disorders and specifically trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship issues.
Her therapeutic approach is eclectic and trauma-informed and draws on evidence-based modalities like CBT, Psychodynamic, DBT, and TF-CBT as well as the new promising practice of Brain-Working Recursive Therapy (BWRT) a short-term therapy designed to quickly and permanently rewire the way your brain reacts to stressors to reduce anxiety responses.
Her clinical expertise include psychological disorders and specifically trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship issues.
Her therapeutic approach is eclectic and trauma-informed and draws on evidence-based modalities like CBT, Psychodynamic, DBT, and TF-CBT as well as the new promising practice of Brain-Working Recursive Therapy (BWRT) a short-term therapy designed to quickly and permanently rewire the way your brain reacts to stressors to reduce anxiety responses.
I work with a very wide range of issues, including but not limited to - depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, grief and loss, neurodivergence, youth and family, sexuality and sexual identity, relationships, financial stress, workplace behaviour and issues, interpersonal conflicts and so much more.
I am trained in a range of modalities including EMDR, ACT, Solution Focused Therapy and DBT, as well as a warm conversational, 'wandering and wondering' client focused style.
I work as a counsellor at a Wellington University and this is my private practice in Kapiti, offered in person or online.
I work with a very wide range of issues, including but not limited to - depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, grief and loss, neurodivergence, youth and family, sexuality and sexual identity, relationships, financial stress, workplace behaviour and issues, interpersonal conflicts and so much more.
I am trained in a range of modalities including EMDR, ACT, Solution Focused Therapy and DBT, as well as a warm conversational, 'wandering and wondering' client focused style.
I work as a counsellor at a Wellington University and this is my private practice in Kapiti, offered in person or online.
Sometimes people need help navigating through grief through loss or through fertility issues or illness and I can help with that.
With over 40 years experience in working with children and families, I am happy to discuss parenting and child management with parents as in the end it is what parents do that will sustain new behaviours in children. I am a certified Transactional Analyst, and am an Imago Relationship Therapist, FDR Mediator, and an Internationally Qualified Yoga Teacher.
Sometimes people need help navigating through grief through loss or through fertility issues or illness and I can help with that.
With over 40 years experience in working with children and families, I am happy to discuss parenting and child management with parents as in the end it is what parents do that will sustain new behaviours in children. I am a certified Transactional Analyst, and am an Imago Relationship Therapist, FDR Mediator, and an Internationally Qualified Yoga Teacher.
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.
Our first session will focus on clarifying what brings you to counselling and working with you to plan a way ahead. I aim to provide a warm, empathetic and supportive space but if you don’t feel we align, I can help you find a different therapist. I am straightforward and can be direct if need be.
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.
Our first session will focus on clarifying what brings you to counselling and working with you to plan a way ahead. I aim to provide a warm, empathetic and supportive space but if you don’t feel we align, I can help you find a different therapist. I am straightforward and can be direct if need be.
My clinical work includes; Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Coaching for Parenting and/or Step-Parenting challenges, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma-Informed Counselling, Mid-life ‘Crisis’ & Reintegration work, Counselling with Teenagers, Grief Counselling, lgbtqi Informed Counselling, Counselling with Individuals, Families and Friends affected by Suicide.
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. By us talking together through your concerns, counselling can support you to see solutions you didn’t know were there. It can also help you find ways to manage better and move on in your life I understand and honour that each person’s story is unique in that we are all affected by life in different ways. I also understand the importance of being respectful of each person’s culture and belief systems.
My clinical work includes; Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Coaching for Parenting and/or Step-Parenting challenges, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma-Informed Counselling, Mid-life ‘Crisis’ & Reintegration work, Counselling with Teenagers, Grief Counselling, lgbtqi Informed Counselling, Counselling with Individuals, Families and Friends affected by Suicide.
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. By us talking together through your concerns, counselling can support you to see solutions you didn’t know were there. It can also help you find ways to manage better and move on in your life I understand and honour that each person’s story is unique in that we are all affected by life in different ways. I also understand the importance of being respectful of each person’s culture and belief systems.
I work with all genders and age groups on a wide variety of challenges from relationships to grief, identity, purpose, motivation and addiction.
Kia ora. I’m Glen. I’m a counsellor and I help people to find things.
Find peace. Find strength. Find connection. Find energy. Find answers. Find purpose. Find a way forward.
Because we can get a bit lost when we're challenged by life. Stuck. Confused. Conflicted.
To me, counselling is about making time and space in your week to untangle things, lay them out, move the pieces around and start to get a better picture of what's going on.
Then we can work with life rather than against it and hopefully move towards better days. Visit lostandfoundcounselling.co.nz for more info.
I work with all genders and age groups on a wide variety of challenges from relationships to grief, identity, purpose, motivation and addiction.
Kia ora. I’m Glen. I’m a counsellor and I help people to find things.
Find peace. Find strength. Find connection. Find energy. Find answers. Find purpose. Find a way forward.
Because we can get a bit lost when we're challenged by life. Stuck. Confused. Conflicted.
To me, counselling is about making time and space in your week to untangle things, lay them out, move the pieces around and start to get a better picture of what's going on.
Then we can work with life rather than against it and hopefully move towards better days. Visit lostandfoundcounselling.co.nz for more info.
Maybe you're navigating the impacts of past trauma, relationship struggles, anxiety, grief, or heartbreak, or carrying a deeper sense that life just isn't flowing the way it should.
I offer a warm, collaborative space to help you make sense of what’s going on. My approach draws on psychodynamic and relational models, exploring how past experiences shape the present and gently building new ways to relate to yourself and others.
Maybe you're navigating the impacts of past trauma, relationship struggles, anxiety, grief, or heartbreak, or carrying a deeper sense that life just isn't flowing the way it should.
I offer a warm, collaborative space to help you make sense of what’s going on. My approach draws on psychodynamic and relational models, exploring how past experiences shape the present and gently building new ways to relate to yourself and others.
People experiencing stress, insomnia, dealing with illness & cognitive deficits, as well as loss & grief can benefit from therapy.
Welcome. Seeking psychological help is a courageous step & I aim to make it accessible, understandable & effective for clients. Please feel free to email me. I am a Doctorate-level qualified Clinical Psychologist who can help with assessment & therapy for mental health needs, personal problems or relationship issues. I work in a transparent way, explaining what we do & why, to increase your insight & engagement in your therapy. A good “fit” between client & psychologist is key & I would encourage you to look until you find that. I offer evidence-based strategies & coping skills, or can advise self-help or other resources at times.
People experiencing stress, insomnia, dealing with illness & cognitive deficits, as well as loss & grief can benefit from therapy.
Welcome. Seeking psychological help is a courageous step & I aim to make it accessible, understandable & effective for clients. Please feel free to email me. I am a Doctorate-level qualified Clinical Psychologist who can help with assessment & therapy for mental health needs, personal problems or relationship issues. I work in a transparent way, explaining what we do & why, to increase your insight & engagement in your therapy. A good “fit” between client & psychologist is key & I would encourage you to look until you find that. I offer evidence-based strategies & coping skills, or can advise self-help or other resources at times.
I support individuals and couples with depression, trauma, PTSD, GAD, addiction, anger, bereavement, OCD, relationship issues, gambling and porn addiction, stress, family conflict, and marital concerns.
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.
I support individuals and couples with depression, trauma, PTSD, GAD, addiction, anger, bereavement, OCD, relationship issues, gambling and porn addiction, stress, family conflict, and marital concerns.
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.
Things like anxiety, identity crisis, grief, break ups, etc
As a counsellor, I offer a safe supportive space to explore your emotions, navigate challenges and build resilience. Whether you need tools to cope or someone to listen, I am here for you. with compassionate bilingual care in Spanish and English, let's work towards healing and growth
Things like anxiety, identity crisis, grief, break ups, etc
As a counsellor, I offer a safe supportive space to explore your emotions, navigate challenges and build resilience. Whether you need tools to cope or someone to listen, I am here for you. with compassionate bilingual care in Spanish and English, let's work towards healing and growth
I also have experience supporting clients through life transitions and the migration settlement process, helping them manage anxiety, stress, and grief.
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.
I also have experience supporting clients through life transitions and the migration settlement process, helping them manage anxiety, stress, and grief.
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.
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How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.