Parenting Therapists in Wellington
I know first-hand how difficult life can get with parenting, relationships, unexpected life challenges and transitions and the value of having support and guidance in the midst of uncertainty.
Hello, I'm Bethany. I enjoy helping others and feel honoured to be part of a client's journey towards healing, freedom and becoming a more authentic and healthier version of themselves. I have experience working individually, with couples and groups. I provide a safe, accepting and affirming environment where growth, insight and discovery are nurtured.
I know first-hand how difficult life can get with parenting, relationships, unexpected life challenges and transitions and the value of having support and guidance in the midst of uncertainty.
Hello, I'm Bethany. I enjoy helping others and feel honoured to be part of a client's journey towards healing, freedom and becoming a more authentic and healthier version of themselves. I have experience working individually, with couples and groups. I provide a safe, accepting and affirming environment where growth, insight and discovery are nurtured.
From my own experience of being a parent, seasons of change, and life’s challenges, I know what it’s like when things feel messy and uncertain.
I aim to create a warm, supportive space where you can come as you are. My hope is that you feel genuinely heard, and able to be yourself in an atmosphere of care and curiosity. Counselling offers a space to reflect on your experiences and to make sense of the challenges you may be facing.
From my own experience of being a parent, seasons of change, and life’s challenges, I know what it’s like when things feel messy and uncertain.
I aim to create a warm, supportive space where you can come as you are. My hope is that you feel genuinely heard, and able to be yourself in an atmosphere of care and curiosity. Counselling offers a space to reflect on your experiences and to make sense of the challenges you may be facing.
I work with individuals across a broad spectrum of careers and career stages — from those building momentum early on to senior executives carrying the weight of high-stakes decisions and teams. Many arrive burnt out, stretched thin, or quietly aware that how they think and work doesn't match how they're expected to perform. I specialize in neurodivergent conditions, including ADHD and Autism, but my approach works whether or not that label fits — practical, direct, and focused on what actually helps you function and lead well. My own family shares these dynamics, so this understanding runs deeper than theory.
I work with individuals across a broad spectrum of careers and career stages — from those building momentum early on to senior executives carrying the weight of high-stakes decisions and teams. Many arrive burnt out, stretched thin, or quietly aware that how they think and work doesn't match how they're expected to perform. I specialize in neurodivergent conditions, including ADHD and Autism, but my approach works whether or not that label fits — practical, direct, and focused on what actually helps you function and lead well. My own family shares these dynamics, so this understanding runs deeper than theory.
Kia ora and hello! I have some availability for both couples counselling and individuals. I also offer a free initial ten minute consultation by telephone.
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. I have a particular interest and experience in assisting men and women who have suffered personal or intergenerational trauma, along with relationship issues. I practice EMDR.
Kia ora and hello! I have some availability for both couples counselling and individuals. I also offer a free initial ten minute consultation by telephone.
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. I have a particular interest and experience in assisting men and women who have suffered personal or intergenerational trauma, along with relationship issues. I practice EMDR.
I am an experienced and compassionate Psychologist with over 15 years supporting people to navigate life challenges including anxiety, depression, stress, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and burnout. I can also help with relationship challenges (individually or as a couple), confidence issues, eating or health difficulties, and self-defeating habits. While I am especially passionate about working with high-performing or health professionals, creatives, or small business owners, I walk alongside people from all walks of life to find peace of mind and success according to your own personally defined standards.
I am an experienced and compassionate Psychologist with over 15 years supporting people to navigate life challenges including anxiety, depression, stress, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and burnout. I can also help with relationship challenges (individually or as a couple), confidence issues, eating or health difficulties, and self-defeating habits. While I am especially passionate about working with high-performing or health professionals, creatives, or small business owners, I walk alongside people from all walks of life to find peace of mind and success according to your own personally defined standards.
Difficult thoughts and feelings arise when we care. We ignore them at our peril. Therapy provides a safe space to become clear about our feelings so we can move forward with our lives.
As the saying goes, life is one darn thing after another. We need to make sure it's not the same darn thing.
For over 20 years I have been privileged to work alongside clients as they make changes; sharing skills and strategies towards this end.
Difficult thoughts and feelings arise when we care. We ignore them at our peril. Therapy provides a safe space to become clear about our feelings so we can move forward with our lives.
As the saying goes, life is one darn thing after another. We need to make sure it's not the same darn thing.
For over 20 years I have been privileged to work alongside clients as they make changes; sharing skills and strategies towards this end.
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 have been working as a Therapist in Wellington since 1998. My work has included experience in residential treatment centres, therapeutic communities, outpatient treatment clinics, general counselling and psychotherapy for a range of issues.
I have been working as a Therapist in Wellington since 1998. My work has included experience in residential treatment centres, therapeutic communities, outpatient treatment clinics, general counselling and psychotherapy for a range of issues.
I work with those facing stress and life issues, with organisations & leaders (see Leaders.DrPaul.Online) and supervise professionals (see Supervision.DrPaul.Online). More than just counselling, as a Registered Clinical Psychologist, I offer structured assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based solutions. Clients' feedback: 'Paul was able to articulate what was going on for me'. I highly recommend him. His approach was 'methodical, thoughtful, interesting and implementable, and made me feel comfortable and listened to'. 'Seeing Paul, I am now more confident, relaxed and a better person as a result' (see Feedback.DrPaul.Online).
I work with those facing stress and life issues, with organisations & leaders (see Leaders.DrPaul.Online) and supervise professionals (see Supervision.DrPaul.Online). More than just counselling, as a Registered Clinical Psychologist, I offer structured assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based solutions. Clients' feedback: 'Paul was able to articulate what was going on for me'. I highly recommend him. His approach was 'methodical, thoughtful, interesting and implementable, and made me feel comfortable and listened to'. 'Seeing Paul, I am now more confident, relaxed and a better person as a result' (see Feedback.DrPaul.Online).
I have an extensive background of working with individuals, couples, parents and family systems and my expertise includes supporting mood/depression, anxiety, trauma, behavioural challenges and navigating neurodivergence.
I can help with:
- Mood, Anxiety and Stress
- Attachment and Relational challenges
- Trauma
- Couples and Family difficulties
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health
I have an extensive background of working with individuals, couples, parents and family systems and my expertise includes supporting mood/depression, anxiety, trauma, behavioural challenges and navigating neurodivergence.
I can help with:
- Mood, Anxiety and Stress
- Attachment and Relational challenges
- Trauma
- Couples and Family difficulties
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health
I work in a relational style based on my Gestalt Psychotherapy training and informed by psychodynamic and attachment principles.
I work in a relational style based on my Gestalt Psychotherapy training and informed by psychodynamic and attachment principles.
I'm a counsellor specializing in parenting, relationships, and life transitions.
I draw from a variety of evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, positive psychology, and Adlerian psychology, tailoring my methods to meet your unique needs and goals.
I'm a counsellor specializing in parenting, relationships, and life transitions.
I draw from a variety of evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, positive psychology, and Adlerian psychology, tailoring my methods to meet your unique needs and goals.
My private practice, Nurture Well Therapy, developed from my ten plus years of therapeutic work and my personal experience of navigating the balance of work and parenting, enabling me to offer support, compassion and understanding to māmās.
As a mental health professional, I work holistically looking at a persons whole self including, the system around them. My hope is to assist individuals navigate life challenges and for all mothers to move towards feeling less confused, distressed, burdened, and even traumatised – to having a more transformational understanding of their experience.
My private practice, Nurture Well Therapy, developed from my ten plus years of therapeutic work and my personal experience of navigating the balance of work and parenting, enabling me to offer support, compassion and understanding to māmās.
As a mental health professional, I work holistically looking at a persons whole self including, the system around them. My hope is to assist individuals navigate life challenges and for all mothers to move towards feeling less confused, distressed, burdened, and even traumatised – to having a more transformational understanding of their experience.
Many people who find their way to this work have spent a long time trying to put words to experiences that don’t always fit easily into ordinary conversation. They may feel things intensely, think in complex or creative ways, or find that their inner world moves in images, sensations, or metaphor rather than straightforward explanations.
I work especially well with people who feel deeply, think creatively, or have struggled to find therapy that makes space for imagination, sensitivity, or non-linear ways of processing experience.
Many people who find their way to this work have spent a long time trying to put words to experiences that don’t always fit easily into ordinary conversation. They may feel things intensely, think in complex or creative ways, or find that their inner world moves in images, sensations, or metaphor rather than straightforward explanations.
I work especially well with people who feel deeply, think creatively, or have struggled to find therapy that makes space for imagination, sensitivity, or non-linear ways of processing experience.
Are you feeling distressed, lost, anxious or overwhelmed? When life moves in unexpected ways, it can be difficult to cope, let alone feel calm or clear. My role is to support you in easing the mental and emotional suffering that can arise during challenging times. Drawing on training in Counselling, Psychology, and NLP, I support adults to overcome anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, grief, trauma and low mood. Together we work toward restoring confidence, rebuilding self-esteem and cultivating more balanced, meaningful relationships.
Are you feeling distressed, lost, anxious or overwhelmed? When life moves in unexpected ways, it can be difficult to cope, let alone feel calm or clear. My role is to support you in easing the mental and emotional suffering that can arise during challenging times. Drawing on training in Counselling, Psychology, and NLP, I support adults to overcome anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, grief, trauma and low mood. Together we work toward restoring confidence, rebuilding self-esteem and cultivating more balanced, meaningful relationships.
Karen is a passionate psychologist with experience across a wide variety of settings. Karen has a particular interest in anxiety, women’s psychology, gender issues and workplace issues. She offers a safe and non-judgemental space for you to open-up about any challenges you may be facing. Karen often utilises unique and creative models for both therapy and coaching, based on the use of mindfulness and connection to values. You both can work together to develop effective strategies that you can implement outside of therapy to help better manage symptoms.
Karen is a passionate psychologist with experience across a wide variety of settings. Karen has a particular interest in anxiety, women’s psychology, gender issues and workplace issues. She offers a safe and non-judgemental space for you to open-up about any challenges you may be facing. Karen often utilises unique and creative models for both therapy and coaching, based on the use of mindfulness and connection to values. You both can work together to develop effective strategies that you can implement outside of therapy to help better manage symptoms.
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.
I am an ACC Registered Psychotherapist offering short-term and long-term psychotherapy for adults, children and young people in Nelson (Annesbrook). 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 an ACC Registered Psychotherapist offering short-term and long-term psychotherapy for adults, children and young people in Nelson (Annesbrook). 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.
Many of the people I work with are capable, high-functioning adults who look 'fine' from the outside, but inside they’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or are carrying more than they should have to. You may be navigating relationship strain, workplace stress or burnout, trauma, or a have a sense that something could be better. Perhaps you hold responsibility for others at work or at home, and there is very little space where you can be supported yourself. I am a Masters-qualified counsellor & supervisor with substantial experience in trauma recovery, domestic & family violence work, and supporting professionals in high-pressure roles.
Many of the people I work with are capable, high-functioning adults who look 'fine' from the outside, but inside they’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or are carrying more than they should have to. You may be navigating relationship strain, workplace stress or burnout, trauma, or a have a sense that something could be better. Perhaps you hold responsibility for others at work or at home, and there is very little space where you can be supported yourself. I am a Masters-qualified counsellor & supervisor with substantial experience in trauma recovery, domestic & family violence work, and supporting professionals in high-pressure roles.
High-performing professionals and entrepreneurs often succeed in business but silently struggle at home. Whether your marriage feels on the brink or you simply want deeper connection, I provide a safe, structured space to realign love and leadership. Research shows couples therapy ranks lowest in client satisfaction, often leaving professionals frustrated. That’s why I created the Aroha Rapid Transformation Method—a practical, results-focused approach that helps couples move quickly from stress and disconnection to clarity, intimacy, and trust.
High-performing professionals and entrepreneurs often succeed in business but silently struggle at home. Whether your marriage feels on the brink or you simply want deeper connection, I provide a safe, structured space to realign love and leadership. Research shows couples therapy ranks lowest in client satisfaction, often leaving professionals frustrated. That’s why I created the Aroha Rapid Transformation Method—a practical, results-focused approach that helps couples move quickly from stress and disconnection to clarity, intimacy, and trust.
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What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.