Anxiety Therapists in Wellington

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Neha Golchha
Psychologist
Online Only
Neha has a keen interest in eating disorders, adjustment and grief reactions, stress induced problems, anxiety and depression.
Neha mainly utilise cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, positive psychology and strength-based therapy. Neha also like to draw up on mindfulness-based stress reduction and motivation
Neha has a keen interest in eating disorders, adjustment and grief reactions, stress induced problems, anxiety and depression.
Neha mainly utilise cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, positive psychology and strength-based therapy. Neha also like to draw up on mindfulness-based stress reduction and motivation
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Dan Jackson
Counsellor, MNZAC
I have worked with clients around issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, gender/sexuality, career, spirituality, family/relationships, and the pursuit of self-growth.
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.
I have worked with clients around issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, gender/sexuality, career, spirituality, family/relationships, and the pursuit of self-growth.
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.
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Dr. Ella Kroch
Psychologist, PsychD
Online Only
I work with adults (age 18+) experiencing a range of life challenges and mental health difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, OCD, low mood, LGBTQIA+ issues, and relationship difficulties.
I strive to be neurodiversity, gender, sexuality, and ethical non-monogamy affirming in my practice. I recognise that wellbeing is shaped by societal, historical, and cultural contexts, and I’m committed to offering holistic, trauma-informed, and tailored support that acknowledges these influences.
I work with adults (age 18+) experiencing a range of life challenges and mental health difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, OCD, low mood, LGBTQIA+ issues, and relationship difficulties.
I strive to be neurodiversity, gender, sexuality, and ethical non-monogamy affirming in my practice. I recognise that wellbeing is shaped by societal, historical, and cultural contexts, and I’m committed to offering holistic, trauma-informed, and tailored support that acknowledges these influences.
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Mary-Rose Dias
Verified Verified
I specialise in supporting clients to release anxiety and stress and transform their lives using evidence-based psychology, meditation and mindfulness.
My approach is very holistic, humanistic and embodied. This means that I work with the mind/psychology (thinking, thoughts, emotions), the body (sensations and feelings) and what is often referred to as the ‘spirit’ (a deep connection with yourself, others and the world) and I empower clients to have agency and authority over their own life and wellness.
I specialise in supporting clients to release anxiety and stress and transform their lives using evidence-based psychology, meditation and mindfulness.
My approach is very holistic, humanistic and embodied. This means that I work with the mind/psychology (thinking, thoughts, emotions), the body (sensations and feelings) and what is often referred to as the ‘spirit’ (a deep connection with yourself, others and the world) and I empower clients to have agency and authority over their own life and wellness.
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Samuel Lindsay
Psychologist, PsychD, MNZCCP
As such, I have also worked with people experiencing trauma, low mood, stress, and anxiety.
We all want to live a life full of meaning and purpose. But sometimes our thoughts and feelings, habits, and attitudes seem to get in the way. The struggle with thoughts and feelings often leads to self-limiting choices and habits. Whatever difficulties you may be experiencing, there is always the potential for change. Reaching out to someone with a compassionate ear and practical suggestions is a first step in the right direction. I am passionate about helping people who are struggling, using tools I have learned through years of study, combined with my own personal life experiences and qualities.
As such, I have also worked with people experiencing trauma, low mood, stress, and anxiety.
We all want to live a life full of meaning and purpose. But sometimes our thoughts and feelings, habits, and attitudes seem to get in the way. The struggle with thoughts and feelings often leads to self-limiting choices and habits. Whatever difficulties you may be experiencing, there is always the potential for change. Reaching out to someone with a compassionate ear and practical suggestions is a first step in the right direction. I am passionate about helping people who are struggling, using tools I have learned through years of study, combined with my own personal life experiences and qualities.
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Haley Farrar
Counsellor
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 primarily use psychodynamic therapy to help you explore how past experiences may be influencing your present. With a strong background in restorative practices and training across a range of therapeutic approaches, I tailor our work to what best supports you, rather than following a fixed model.
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 primarily use psychodynamic therapy to help you explore how past experiences may be influencing your present. With a strong background in restorative practices and training across a range of therapeutic approaches, I tailor our work to what best supports you, rather than following a fixed model.
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Anika Burbery
Counsellor, MNZAC
Alongside this there may be psychoeducation for anxiety management and as an important component for an understanding of the mind & body connection that happens when we are stressed, anxious or triggered.
Often when things become stuck in our lives, when there is repeated conflict or situations we don’t want anymore, we come to a point where we want something to change. Talking to a counsellor can help move these situations and unlock stuck patterns or behaviours and open up a new way of looking at the world and being. Sometimes the things we want to share can feel frightening to say out loud, and we fear the judgement that saying these things will bring – this, for me, is a huge part of the benefit of counselling and what it offers people.
Alongside this there may be psychoeducation for anxiety management and as an important component for an understanding of the mind & body connection that happens when we are stressed, anxious or triggered.
Often when things become stuck in our lives, when there is repeated conflict or situations we don’t want anymore, we come to a point where we want something to change. Talking to a counsellor can help move these situations and unlock stuck patterns or behaviours and open up a new way of looking at the world and being. Sometimes the things we want to share can feel frightening to say out loud, and we fear the judgement that saying these things will bring – this, for me, is a huge part of the benefit of counselling and what it offers people.
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Tam Korodi
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, I’m Tam – an online therapist specializing in anxiety, panic attacks, adult ADHD, addictions, and offering support through stressful or traumatic life events such as the loss of a loved one, divorce, trauma, illness, career pressure, relationship challenges, and dating issues.
My approach to therapy is both compassionate and practical. I’m here to support you as you work through difficult emotions, while also sharing effective science-backed tools to help you make meaningful changes in your life. My goal is to help you feel better now, and more confident and in control as you face life’s ups and downs.
Hi, I’m Tam – an online therapist specializing in anxiety, panic attacks, adult ADHD, addictions, and offering support through stressful or traumatic life events such as the loss of a loved one, divorce, trauma, illness, career pressure, relationship challenges, and dating issues.
My approach to therapy is both compassionate and practical. I’m here to support you as you work through difficult emotions, while also sharing effective science-backed tools to help you make meaningful changes in your life. My goal is to help you feel better now, and more confident and in control as you face life’s ups and downs.
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Zosia Pardela
Counsellor, MPsych
I really welcome all parts of you - those who are constantly overwhelmed, keep setting higher goals but still worry you're not good enough, the ones who make you small to please other people, are welcome here - we leave no one at the door.
Kia ora and welcome to this corner of the internet where all parts of you are welcome! Life can be messy and I have a tonne of compassion for all the funky and painful emotions that are a part of our human experience. I offer trauma-sensitive therapy informed by IFS and Polyvagal Theory and tailored to your unique needs. I also draw from Māori approaches and art therapy tools.
I really welcome all parts of you - those who are constantly overwhelmed, keep setting higher goals but still worry you're not good enough, the ones who make you small to please other people, are welcome here - we leave no one at the door.
Kia ora and welcome to this corner of the internet where all parts of you are welcome! Life can be messy and I have a tonne of compassion for all the funky and painful emotions that are a part of our human experience. I offer trauma-sensitive therapy informed by IFS and Polyvagal Theory and tailored to your unique needs. I also draw from Māori approaches and art therapy tools.
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Arran Milne
Psychologist, MSc
I work with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing difficulty with anxiety (including OCD), depression, trauma, brain injuries, life stress and grief.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who enjoys working with people of all ages, genders and difficulties. I particularly enjoy working with young people and young adults who are struggling with their mental health in our challenging world.
I work with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing difficulty with anxiety (including OCD), depression, trauma, brain injuries, life stress and grief.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who enjoys working with people of all ages, genders and difficulties. I particularly enjoy working with young people and young adults who are struggling with their mental health in our challenging world.
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Ben Bachle / Kapiti Counselling
Counsellor, MA
1 Endorsed
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.
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Vicki Maree Fowler
Psychologist, PhD, NZPsS Member
Serves Area
My Special Clients are Clients seeking Help for Anxiety/Depression, Stress, Work & Relationship Difficulties, Alcohol, Gambling, Grief/Bereavement & Other Issues.
I am a Registered Psychologist (New Zealand) with over 30 years experience in working with a variety of clients from many different Nationalities and Ethnicities using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Data-Driven approaches that provide results for individuals.
My Special Clients are Clients seeking Help for Anxiety/Depression, Stress, Work & Relationship Difficulties, Alcohol, Gambling, Grief/Bereavement & Other Issues.
I am a Registered Psychologist (New Zealand) with over 30 years experience in working with a variety of clients from many different Nationalities and Ethnicities using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Data-Driven approaches that provide results for individuals.
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Paola Montanaro
Counsellor, MPsych, MNZAC
Serves Area
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.
I'm an Italian therapist and I offer supervision for professionals and trauma specialised therapy for adults and couples. I have worked as a psychologist and a psychotherapist during the last 20 years in six countries and in four languages. In NZ I offer my services as a registered Counsellor and an EMDR certified therapist.
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.
I'm an Italian therapist and I offer supervision for professionals and trauma specialised therapy for adults and couples. I have worked as a psychologist and a psychotherapist during the last 20 years in six countries and in four languages. In NZ I offer my services as a registered Counsellor and an EMDR certified therapist.
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Claire James
Counsellor, MSc
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My role assists individuals navigating life challenges such as: low mood, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, prenatal and postnatal wellbeing, matrescence, women's health, early parenthood and stress.
As a mental health professional, I work holistically looking at a persons whole self, the system around them and the interface of these. I have worked in hospital, community and University settings supporting individuals with a broad spectrum of presentations and backgrounds.
My role assists individuals navigating life challenges such as: low mood, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, prenatal and postnatal wellbeing, matrescence, women's health, early parenthood and stress.
As a mental health professional, I work holistically looking at a persons whole self, the system around them and the interface of these. I have worked in hospital, community and University settings supporting individuals with a broad spectrum of presentations and backgrounds.
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Franciska Neuhäuser
Verified Verified
Online Only
With training and qualifications in Counselling, Psychology, and NLP, I will empower you to manage and overcome anxiety, burnout, grief, trauma, and low moods; so that you will restore and enjoy confidence, self-esteem, health, well-being, and better relationships.
The desire to reflect light into dark places and help people heal is what drives me. As such, I am keen to help you navigate through whatever challenges you are facing during uncertain and stressful times; in a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space. Applying tools from multiple modalities I do not believe in a check-list / one-size-fits-all approach.
With training and qualifications in Counselling, Psychology, and NLP, I will empower you to manage and overcome anxiety, burnout, grief, trauma, and low moods; so that you will restore and enjoy confidence, self-esteem, health, well-being, and better relationships.
The desire to reflect light into dark places and help people heal is what drives me. As such, I am keen to help you navigate through whatever challenges you are facing during uncertain and stressful times; in a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space. Applying tools from multiple modalities I do not believe in a check-list / one-size-fits-all approach.
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Becky Bradley
Counsellor, MCouns, NZAC - Provisional
Serves Area
I support clients with varying issues, from anxiety, relationship difficulties and body image to disordered eating and OCD.
If you find yourself struggling with low self-esteem, caught in unhelpful patterns, experiencing obsessive/intrusive thoughts, feeling like food controls you or feeling disconnected from your body, know that there is a path to improving your life and healing. I am here to help provide the support you need to grow and heal in order to reach your goals.
I support clients with varying issues, from anxiety, relationship difficulties and body image to disordered eating and OCD.
If you find yourself struggling with low self-esteem, caught in unhelpful patterns, experiencing obsessive/intrusive thoughts, feeling like food controls you or feeling disconnected from your body, know that there is a path to improving your life and healing. I am here to help provide the support you need to grow and heal in order to reach your goals.
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Kristina Grace
Verified Verified
Online Only
Perhaps you are overwhelmed with depression or anxiety, feel helpless or hopeless and you want to get yourself back again - enjoy life?
I have helped people to identify what is holding them back in their life and move beyond it, set achievable goals, and experience a more fulfilling life. Specialties: Mood Disorders, ADHD, Autism, Mental Health, Trauma, Anxiety-Management, Dynamics in Relationships/Conflict, Religious or Spiritual Trauma, Self-Esteem, Goal-setting.
Perhaps you are overwhelmed with depression or anxiety, feel helpless or hopeless and you want to get yourself back again - enjoy life?
I have helped people to identify what is holding them back in their life and move beyond it, set achievable goals, and experience a more fulfilling life. Specialties: Mood Disorders, ADHD, Autism, Mental Health, Trauma, Anxiety-Management, Dynamics in Relationships/Conflict, Religious or Spiritual Trauma, Self-Esteem, Goal-setting.
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Ben Burggraaf
Counsellor, MCouns, NZAC - Provisional
Serves Area
You're here because you're ready for something to shift — whether that's finding relief from anxiety or stress, gaining clarity in your life direction, or reconnecting with your most authentic self.
I love helping people shift from dark places to somewhere worthwhile. Together, we'll unpack the patterns behind anxiety, stress, and self-doubt. You'll learn practical tools to build genuine confidence and self-compassion, improve communication and boundaries, and feel more emotionally grounded.
You're here because you're ready for something to shift — whether that's finding relief from anxiety or stress, gaining clarity in your life direction, or reconnecting with your most authentic self.
I love helping people shift from dark places to somewhere worthwhile. Together, we'll unpack the patterns behind anxiety, stress, and self-doubt. You'll learn practical tools to build genuine confidence and self-compassion, improve communication and boundaries, and feel more emotionally grounded.
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Karen Hielkema
Psychologist
Online Only
Karen has a particular interest in anxiety, women’s psychology, gender issues and workplace issues.
Karen incorporate techniques from a range of therapeutic models including cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, positive psychology, strength based and solution focused therapy. Karen works with adolescents and adults and accept EAP and Geneva Health referrals.
Karen has a particular interest in anxiety, women’s psychology, gender issues and workplace issues.
Karen incorporate techniques from a range of therapeutic models including cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, positive psychology, strength based and solution focused therapy. Karen works with adolescents and adults and accept EAP and Geneva Health referrals.
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Hannah Orpin
Psychologist
Online Only
Hannah works with adolescents and adults across a range of issues, and have a special interest in post traumatic stress disorder, abuse, borderline personality disorder, unexplained medical symptoms, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.
Hannah provides tailored advice and evidence-based interventions which draw upon techniques from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Client-Centred Counselling and Motivational Interviewing. Hannah also has a keen interest in trauma-informed approaches including Somatic Trauma Therapy.
Hannah works with adolescents and adults across a range of issues, and have a special interest in post traumatic stress disorder, abuse, borderline personality disorder, unexplained medical symptoms, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.
Hannah provides tailored advice and evidence-based interventions which draw upon techniques from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Client-Centred Counselling and Motivational Interviewing. Hannah also has a keen interest in trauma-informed approaches including Somatic Trauma Therapy.
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What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.