Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Hamilton
If you don't drop off when you put your head on your pillow, or you wake up during the night and can't get back to sleep for hours - then get in touch.
I specialise in treating insomnia and sleep difficulties. Insomnia is not a mental health disorder per se. It is a problem with the human sleep system. Insomnia doesn't respond to standard psychotherapy and requires specialist therapy using CBT-I. I am one of the few CBT-I trained psychologists in NZ.
If you don't drop off when you put your head on your pillow, or you wake up during the night and can't get back to sleep for hours - then get in touch.
I specialise in treating insomnia and sleep difficulties. Insomnia is not a mental health disorder per se. It is a problem with the human sleep system. Insomnia doesn't respond to standard psychotherapy and requires specialist therapy using CBT-I. I am one of the few CBT-I trained psychologists in NZ.
I work with adults with various difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, chronic pain, PTSD, sleep, grief, and adjustment to life changes.
Therapy is an opportunity for personal growth. It can help you to gain a better understanding of yourself and can support you to make positive change. Deciding to engage in therapy is a big step and I look forward to speaking with you about how I may be able to support you.
I work with adults with various difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, chronic pain, PTSD, sleep, grief, and adjustment to life changes.
Therapy is an opportunity for personal growth. It can help you to gain a better understanding of yourself and can support you to make positive change. Deciding to engage in therapy is a big step and I look forward to speaking with you about how I may be able to support you.
Your mental health and well-being can suffer for many different reasons at various stages in your life. If you are having a hard time please don't hesitate to contact me. 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.
Your mental health and well-being can suffer for many different reasons at various stages in your life. If you are having a hard time please don't hesitate to contact me. 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.
With 28 years experience as a clinical psychologist in various fields, I am passionate about helping individuals and couples make sense of difficulties they experience, finding a way forward in order to facilitate relief and growth and take a step closer to realising their full potential.
With 28 years experience as a clinical psychologist in various fields, I am passionate about helping individuals and couples make sense of difficulties they experience, finding a way forward in order to facilitate relief and growth and take a step closer to realising their full potential.
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.
My name is Sandy Laurenson, and I’m a Clinical Psychologist offering online appointments for both adolescents and adults. 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. I also enjoy working with those who are striving for growth and performance optimisation.
I’m trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mindfulness.
My name is Sandy Laurenson, and I’m a Clinical Psychologist offering online appointments for both adolescents and adults. 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. I also enjoy working with those who are striving for growth and performance optimisation.
I’m trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mindfulness.
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.
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.
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.
Kia ora! My name is Julia Ferry-Parker, I am a NZAC Provisional Counsellor and an Analyst-in-Training of the Centre for Lacanian Analysis of Aotearoa. I have been studying and practicing for over 5 years, mainly working with adults from multiples cultures and backgrounds in a non-judgmental space. I have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Postgraduate diploma in Psychoanalysis. I am originally from Brazil and have been living in Aotearoa for the last 4 years, running sessions in English and Portuguese with an ethical commitment to the care of the patients.
Kia ora! My name is Julia Ferry-Parker, I am a NZAC Provisional Counsellor and an Analyst-in-Training of the Centre for Lacanian Analysis of Aotearoa. I have been studying and practicing for over 5 years, mainly working with adults from multiples cultures and backgrounds in a non-judgmental space. I have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Postgraduate diploma in Psychoanalysis. I am originally from Brazil and have been living in Aotearoa for the last 4 years, running sessions in English and Portuguese with an ethical commitment to the care of the patients.
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 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'.
Kia Ora.
I am a therapist who offers compassionate, confidential, and evidence based counselling. I specialise in working with a wide variety of issues taking a particular interest in trauma, chronic pain, OCD, and anxiety.
I come with a background working in mental health services from inpatient, community and now primary mental health. This has given me broad understanding of New Zealand's health system and helping my clients with a wide range of issues.
I primarily use Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT).
Kia Ora.
I am a therapist who offers compassionate, confidential, and evidence based counselling. I specialise in working with a wide variety of issues taking a particular interest in trauma, chronic pain, OCD, and anxiety.
I come with a background working in mental health services from inpatient, community and now primary mental health. This has given me broad understanding of New Zealand's health system and helping my clients with a wide range of issues.
I primarily use Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT).
Kia ora, I'm Paola. In therapy, change comes in waves and cycles, like with the tides. I provide my clients a safe and professional environment to navigate those therapeutic tides in the smoothest way possible. I bring to the therapeutic process competence, clarity and clinical discernment for the client to be able to dive safely in the deep waters of personal transformation. 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.
Kia ora, I'm Paola. In therapy, change comes in waves and cycles, like with the tides. I provide my clients a safe and professional environment to navigate those therapeutic tides in the smoothest way possible. I bring to the therapeutic process competence, clarity and clinical discernment for the client to be able to dive safely in the deep waters of personal transformation. 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.
Are you feeling distressed, lost, anxious, or overwhelmed? Living an extraordinary and joyful life is about ending the mental suffering when events outside of your control occur. 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. I work exclusively with adults of all ages; and welcome cultural, spiritual, sexual, gender, and neuro diversity.
Are you feeling distressed, lost, anxious, or overwhelmed? Living an extraordinary and joyful life is about ending the mental suffering when events outside of your control occur. 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. I work exclusively with adults of all ages; and welcome cultural, spiritual, sexual, gender, and neuro diversity.
Living well is an equation of identifying our needs, feeling heard and having means to meet others needs. I have worked in the realm of regulating emotions and finding our path to thriving for more than 15 years. As a mindfulness based therapist (psychology and counselling) I work with relationships! Since all life is relational. I'll teach you to use 'effective communication' (Attachment Theory) even with the inner child of our own psyche. Adult ADHD, Couples, Grief, Burnout, Anxiety,..My trainings have spanned the world of theories and countries - and I am delighted by the outcomes this has had for my clients.
Living well is an equation of identifying our needs, feeling heard and having means to meet others needs. I have worked in the realm of regulating emotions and finding our path to thriving for more than 15 years. As a mindfulness based therapist (psychology and counselling) I work with relationships! Since all life is relational. I'll teach you to use 'effective communication' (Attachment Theory) even with the inner child of our own psyche. Adult ADHD, Couples, Grief, Burnout, Anxiety,..My trainings have spanned the world of theories and countries - and I am delighted by the outcomes this has had for my clients.
My approach draws on traditional and alternative counselling modalities. I use these approaches to empower my clients and my practice is strongly grounded in spirituality and energy psychology. Nourishment and healing are facilitated through energy-integration, visualisation, inner-child work and support in recovering a sense of self.
My approach draws on traditional and alternative counselling modalities. I use these approaches to empower my clients and my practice is strongly grounded in spirituality and energy psychology. Nourishment and healing are facilitated through energy-integration, visualisation, inner-child work and support in recovering a sense of self.
I work through a trauma-informed lens to address symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, depression/low mood, relationship/family issues, LGBT+ adversity, sexual harm, and chronic illnesses. Together, we can find the best way forward for you.
I have experience with people of all ages, genders, sexualities and those with neurodiversities, and I pride myself on being gentle and understanding in my approach.
I work through a trauma-informed lens to address symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, depression/low mood, relationship/family issues, LGBT+ adversity, sexual harm, and chronic illnesses. Together, we can find the best way forward for you.
I have experience with people of all ages, genders, sexualities and those with neurodiversities, and I pride myself on being gentle and understanding in my approach.
ACC Registered. Tena Koutou, ko Anihera Tahu-Hepworth ahau. Hello, I’m Anihera. I whakapapa back to the East Coast of the North Island and Waikaremoana in the central North Island of New Zealand. I am from Ngati Porou & Tuhoe iwi through my mother and father. Offering a confidential, compassionate and non-judgmental service for people from all walks of life. Are you needing relief from difficult life stresses and complexities? Nau mai, Haere mai, you are welcome to contact me.
ACC Registered. Tena Koutou, ko Anihera Tahu-Hepworth ahau. Hello, I’m Anihera. I whakapapa back to the East Coast of the North Island and Waikaremoana in the central North Island of New Zealand. I am from Ngati Porou & Tuhoe iwi through my mother and father. Offering a confidential, compassionate and non-judgmental service for people from all walks of life. Are you needing relief from difficult life stresses and complexities? Nau mai, Haere mai, you are welcome to contact me.
It takes a lot of courage to reach out to a person you don’t know to work through challenges. I will meet you with compassion, for you, and hold space for your human experiences. We will build safety and trust together as we seek to acknowledge, understand, heal, and integrate what you have been through. I am passionate about supporting the diverse humans I work with to build resilience, cope, and process their experiences. I support my clients to live a life where their minds are a bit kinder to them.
It takes a lot of courage to reach out to a person you don’t know to work through challenges. I will meet you with compassion, for you, and hold space for your human experiences. We will build safety and trust together as we seek to acknowledge, understand, heal, and integrate what you have been through. I am passionate about supporting the diverse humans I work with to build resilience, cope, and process their experiences. I support my clients to live a life where their minds are a bit kinder to them.
Online Therapists
I am a highly experienced New Zealand trained and registered Psychologist who holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Health Psychology, a Masters of Science in Psychology with First Class Honours, and a Bachelor of Science from The University of Auckland.
I am a highly experienced New Zealand trained and registered Psychologist who holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Health Psychology, a Masters of Science in Psychology with First Class Honours, and a Bachelor of Science from The University of Auckland.
I am a registered psychologist helping adults and young people to understand and work through life's challenges and work towards positive change. I'm passionate about helping people reach their full potential. I believe that everyone has the capacity to heal and grow, and I'm here to support you on your journey. I'm committed to developing a safe, warm, respectful & non-judgmental space, for you to achieve your goals in therapy. If you're ready to start your journey to healing and growth, I invite you to contact me today. I look forward to hearing from you.
I am a registered psychologist helping adults and young people to understand and work through life's challenges and work towards positive change. I'm passionate about helping people reach their full potential. I believe that everyone has the capacity to heal and grow, and I'm here to support you on your journey. I'm committed to developing a safe, warm, respectful & non-judgmental space, for you to achieve your goals in therapy. If you're ready to start your journey to healing and growth, I invite you to contact me today. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.