Anxiety Therapists in Hamilton
I work with children, young people, adults, and facilitate therapeutic groups and workshops. I enjoy working with brain-injured and neurodiverse clients (including ADD and ASD). I support clients to stand up to problems and develop preferred ways of being. I work with them to identify, reflect upon, and achieve the hopes and goals that are important to them in their life and relationships. I also provide professional and clinical supervision to health and allied health practitioners.I believe that a collaborative, safe and respectful therapeutic relationship enhances emotion regulation and promotes self-awareness and resilience.
I work with children, young people, adults, and facilitate therapeutic groups and workshops. I enjoy working with brain-injured and neurodiverse clients (including ADD and ASD). I support clients to stand up to problems and develop preferred ways of being. I work with them to identify, reflect upon, and achieve the hopes and goals that are important to them in their life and relationships. I also provide professional and clinical supervision to health and allied health practitioners.I believe that a collaborative, safe and respectful therapeutic relationship enhances emotion regulation and promotes self-awareness and resilience.
Stephanie is a New Zealand Registered Clinical Psychologist. She has a strong empathetic approach and enjoys listening to others and absorbing their stories of how they uniquely experience life. Stephanie respects people for where they are at, whether that be going through a difficult time and/or dealing with other life hurdles, acknowledging each individuals as the expert of their own lives. Stephanie has also completed a Master’s thesis in the field of mindfulness and self-compassion – specifically mindful eating. This has led to her personal interest in the influence of food intake on our mood.
Stephanie is a New Zealand Registered Clinical Psychologist. She has a strong empathetic approach and enjoys listening to others and absorbing their stories of how they uniquely experience life. Stephanie respects people for where they are at, whether that be going through a difficult time and/or dealing with other life hurdles, acknowledging each individuals as the expert of their own lives. Stephanie has also completed a Master’s thesis in the field of mindfulness and self-compassion – specifically mindful eating. This has led to her personal interest in the influence of food intake on our mood.
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem/confidence, grief, decision-making, understanding yourself (self-awareness/knowledge ), identity, social, work concerns, relationships, family concerns, as well as personal growth and support to achieve your goals.
I have experience in a broad range of therapies and approaches. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy (NT), Person-Centred Therapy (PCT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem/confidence, grief, decision-making, understanding yourself (self-awareness/knowledge ), identity, social, work concerns, relationships, family concerns, as well as personal growth and support to achieve your goals.
I have experience in a broad range of therapies and approaches. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy (NT), Person-Centred Therapy (PCT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
My practice is dedicated to working with young people and their families, as well as adults struggling with primary obsessive-compulsive and anxiety disorders.
I offer standard telehealth sessions across New Zealand utilizing treatment modalities such as ACT, ERP, and SPACE. Within a reasonable driving distance from the Hamilton CBD, I offer in-person intensives, which involves extended and/or multiple sessions weekly taking place primarily in the community (e.g., home-based sessions).
My practice is dedicated to working with young people and their families, as well as adults struggling with primary obsessive-compulsive and anxiety disorders.
I offer standard telehealth sessions across New Zealand utilizing treatment modalities such as ACT, ERP, and SPACE. Within a reasonable driving distance from the Hamilton CBD, I offer in-person intensives, which involves extended and/or multiple sessions weekly taking place primarily in the community (e.g., home-based sessions).
Thanks for reading my profile and considering therapy with me. I am training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy with NZIPP and recruiting long-term clients. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy could help you increase self-awareness and loosen the stuck patterns of your maladjusted copings. Gradually you could feel more empowered and hopeful in life. My style is kind, sincere, and respectful. I will lend my attentive ears to you, your stories and threads of random thoughts. Together we could unpack the wealth of various mental resources. The therapy is twice weekly on-line for 2 years with a special rate. Welcome to enquire via emails.
Thanks for reading my profile and considering therapy with me. I am training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy with NZIPP and recruiting long-term clients. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy could help you increase self-awareness and loosen the stuck patterns of your maladjusted copings. Gradually you could feel more empowered and hopeful in life. My style is kind, sincere, and respectful. I will lend my attentive ears to you, your stories and threads of random thoughts. Together we could unpack the wealth of various mental resources. The therapy is twice weekly on-line for 2 years with a special rate. Welcome to enquire via emails.
As a clinical psychologist, I am committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for my clients. With a person-centered approach, I prioritise understanding your unique experiences and emotions, allowing us to work together to develop the skills you need to navigate life’s challenges.
I have an easy-going and down-to-earth style and utilise evidence-based practices to inform our sessions. My goal is to help you manage your emotions and develop practical skills.
As a clinical psychologist, I am committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for my clients. With a person-centered approach, I prioritise understanding your unique experiences and emotions, allowing us to work together to develop the skills you need to navigate life’s challenges.
I have an easy-going and down-to-earth style and utilise evidence-based practices to inform our sessions. My goal is to help you manage your emotions and develop practical skills.
I have over 10 years of experience in public and private settings, supporting people with a wide range of challenges such as anxiety, OCD, stress, low mood, difficulties managing emotions, and trauma.
My approach focuses on helping you cultivate a more compassionate, empowered sense of self. Together, we’ll explore the patterns or barriers that may be holding you back, strengthen your resilience, and move toward the life you want to live.
I have over 10 years of experience in public and private settings, supporting people with a wide range of challenges such as anxiety, OCD, stress, low mood, difficulties managing emotions, and trauma.
My approach focuses on helping you cultivate a more compassionate, empowered sense of self. Together, we’ll explore the patterns or barriers that may be holding you back, strengthen your resilience, and move toward the life you want to live.
I help clients with anxiety (now better understood as the anxiety, obsessive-compulsive & stress-related conditions) & depression using CBT; recovery from PTSD using Cognitive Processing Therapy; and Schema Therapy for unresolved childhood issues, low sense of self-worth & relationship problems.
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 help clients with anxiety (now better understood as the anxiety, obsessive-compulsive & stress-related conditions) & depression using CBT; recovery from PTSD using Cognitive Processing Therapy; and Schema Therapy for unresolved childhood issues, low sense of self-worth & relationship problems.
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.
Are you suffering from anxiety related to personal or professional challenges?
The benefits of Co-Active Life Coaching are: -Find awareness around issues you may have. -Define personal goals you may want to achieve. -Find the tools/action steps needed for you to enjoy positive, sustainable change in your life.
Are you suffering from anxiety related to personal or professional challenges?
The benefits of Co-Active Life Coaching are: -Find awareness around issues you may have. -Define personal goals you may want to achieve. -Find the tools/action steps needed for you to enjoy positive, sustainable change in your life.
Perhaps you are overwhelmed with depression or anxiety, feel helpless /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 /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.
My primary areas of interest/specialty include self awareness/ personal growth, depression, life transitions, stress/ anxiety, relationships/communication, anger, addiction, pain, cultural transitions, LGBTQ, and adult ADHD.
I am passionate about helping people break through barriers that are commonly imposed by the dominant culture while finding ways to work more comfortably both inside and outside ‘the box’ to achieve goals. I've worked with clients in settings ranging from prison to university, and you can count on my acceptance ‘as you are’ without judgment while helping you recognize and recover your own strengths. I bring expertise to support you with a wide variety of concerns, and I have particularly enjoyed working with clients whose lived experience includes neurodiversity, gender diversity, and relationship diversity.
My primary areas of interest/specialty include self awareness/ personal growth, depression, life transitions, stress/ anxiety, relationships/communication, anger, addiction, pain, cultural transitions, LGBTQ, and adult ADHD.
I am passionate about helping people break through barriers that are commonly imposed by the dominant culture while finding ways to work more comfortably both inside and outside ‘the box’ to achieve goals. I've worked with clients in settings ranging from prison to university, and you can count on my acceptance ‘as you are’ without judgment while helping you recognize and recover your own strengths. I bring expertise to support you with a wide variety of concerns, and I have particularly enjoyed working with clients whose lived experience includes neurodiversity, gender diversity, and relationship diversity.
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
I support clients with varying issues, from anxiety, relationship difficulties and body image to disordered eating and obsessive-compulsive disorder (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 obsessive-compulsive disorder (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 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.
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.
I give my clients practical tools to manage stress, address life's challenges, resolve career and relationship issues, worry and sadness.
I work with those facing stress and life issues, with organisations & leaders (see Leaders.DrPaul.Online) and supervise professionals (see Supervision.DrPaul.Online). Beyond just supportive counselling, being a Registered Clinical Psychologist, I offer structured assessment, diagnosis where needed, and strong evidence-based solutions. Clients' comments: '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'.
I give my clients practical tools to manage stress, address life's challenges, resolve career and relationship issues, worry and sadness.
I work with those facing stress and life issues, with organisations & leaders (see Leaders.DrPaul.Online) and supervise professionals (see Supervision.DrPaul.Online). Beyond just supportive counselling, being a Registered Clinical Psychologist, I offer structured assessment, diagnosis where needed, and strong evidence-based solutions. Clients' comments: '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'.
"It's the current imprint of that pain, horror, and fear living inside people
My practice is rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS), integrated with somatic healing. This approach releases emotional patterns and triggers from trauma, offering compassionate support to all parts with effective results. Just so you know, I provide only 90-minute sessions, as IFS requires this time for more profound work.
"It's the current imprint of that pain, horror, and fear living inside people
My practice is rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS), integrated with somatic healing. This approach releases emotional patterns and triggers from trauma, offering compassionate support to all parts with effective results. Just so you know, I provide only 90-minute sessions, as IFS requires this time for more profound work.
Are you feeling distressed, lost, anxious, or overwhelmed?
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.
Are you feeling distressed, lost, anxious, or overwhelmed?
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.
I can support you to navigate a wide range of challenges, although I do specialise in: Self-compassion & self-esteem; LGBTQ+ affirming therapy; managing anxiety and panic attacks; body image; boundary setting & communication skills; self-discovery after autism diagnosis in adulthood.
Nau mai, haere mai Kia ora and welcome... My name is Nat, and I am an experienced counsellor working individually with adolescents and adults throughout Aotearoa. I offer online counselling for ages 13+. My approach is person-centered and pluralistic – this means I’ll work collaboratively with you to set therapeutic goals that are meaningful to you personally. I’ll pull from a wide range of counselling theories and modalities and will tailor our sessions to ensure they’re as unique as you are. My aim is always to uplift and empower you as we co-navigate your journey to wellbeing.
I can support you to navigate a wide range of challenges, although I do specialise in: Self-compassion & self-esteem; LGBTQ+ affirming therapy; managing anxiety and panic attacks; body image; boundary setting & communication skills; self-discovery after autism diagnosis in adulthood.
Nau mai, haere mai Kia ora and welcome... My name is Nat, and I am an experienced counsellor working individually with adolescents and adults throughout Aotearoa. I offer online counselling for ages 13+. My approach is person-centered and pluralistic – this means I’ll work collaboratively with you to set therapeutic goals that are meaningful to you personally. I’ll pull from a wide range of counselling theories and modalities and will tailor our sessions to ensure they’re as unique as you are. My aim is always to uplift and empower you as we co-navigate your journey to wellbeing.
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.
Anxiety Counsellors
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.
What are the most common types of treatment 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.
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.