Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Tuakau
Kia Ora Koutou,
Ngā mihi maioha ki a koutou, He Uri ahau noo Waikato
As a Māori cultural-practising counsellor, I walk alongside individuals and whānau with compassion, humility, and respect. My mahi is shaped by the teachings of my tūpuna and the strength of my whakapapa. I believe healing happens when people feel heard, valued, and connected — to themselves, to others, and to the wider world around them. I strive to create a warm, safe space where your story can unfold, your mana is upheld, and your journey forward is supported through both therapeutic practice and te ao Māori principles.
E tukuna au taku mihi kia koutou katoa.
Kia Ora Koutou,
Ngā mihi maioha ki a koutou, He Uri ahau noo Waikato
As a Māori cultural-practising counsellor, I walk alongside individuals and whānau with compassion, humility, and respect. My mahi is shaped by the teachings of my tūpuna and the strength of my whakapapa. I believe healing happens when people feel heard, valued, and connected — to themselves, to others, and to the wider world around them. I strive to create a warm, safe space where your story can unfold, your mana is upheld, and your journey forward is supported through both therapeutic practice and te ao Māori principles.
E tukuna au taku mihi kia koutou katoa.
Based in the heart of the Waikato, we support children aged 6 to 16 years to thrive in their learning and development with compassionate, evidence-based psychological care. We work closely with whānau and schools to understand each child's unique strengths and challenges, to identify learning differences, support wellbeing and offer practical recommendations for home, school and community settings, so that every child may reach their full potential.
Based in the heart of the Waikato, we support children aged 6 to 16 years to thrive in their learning and development with compassionate, evidence-based psychological care. We work closely with whānau and schools to understand each child's unique strengths and challenges, to identify learning differences, support wellbeing and offer practical recommendations for home, school and community settings, so that every child may reach their full potential.
Online Therapists
Although I have a strong CBT and Exposure Therapy basis, in therapy I follow an eclectic approach, tailored to the client's specific need, integrating various other modalities such as ACT, Solution Focused Therapy, DBT, Mindfulness, ans others.
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.
Although I have a strong CBT and Exposure Therapy basis, in therapy I follow an eclectic approach, tailored to the client's specific need, integrating various other modalities such as ACT, Solution Focused Therapy, DBT, Mindfulness, ans others.
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.
As you navigate through the complexities of life, it's not uncommon to feel overwhelmed or disconnected from your goals and desires. My name is Teresa, and as a professional counsellor, I'm here to offer you a supportive, confidential space to explore these challenges. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, struggling with relationship issues, or simply needing guidance as you face major life transitions, my goal is to help you find clarity and peace. Together, we will work towards overcoming these challenges and understanding and growing from them.
What sets me apart is my commitment to truly listening and understanding.
As you navigate through the complexities of life, it's not uncommon to feel overwhelmed or disconnected from your goals and desires. My name is Teresa, and as a professional counsellor, I'm here to offer you a supportive, confidential space to explore these challenges. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, struggling with relationship issues, or simply needing guidance as you face major life transitions, my goal is to help you find clarity and peace. Together, we will work towards overcoming these challenges and understanding and growing from them.
What sets me apart is my commitment to truly listening and understanding.
I use an integrative approach, combining CBT, ACT, and Psychodynamic Therapy, to meet your unique needs.
If you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, stress, or major life transitions such as migration or parenthood, I’m here to support you. If you’re looking for an ACC sensitive Claims provider or a safe, culturally sensitive, and compassionate space to process your experiences and find effective ways to manage your emotions. Together, we’ll work toward healing, building resilience, and gaining clarity. My goal is to help you feel heard, validated, and empowered, so you can move forward with confidence and achieve the growth you’re seeking.
I use an integrative approach, combining CBT, ACT, and Psychodynamic Therapy, to meet your unique needs.
If you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, stress, or major life transitions such as migration or parenthood, I’m here to support you. If you’re looking for an ACC sensitive Claims provider or a safe, culturally sensitive, and compassionate space to process your experiences and find effective ways to manage your emotions. Together, we’ll work toward healing, building resilience, and gaining clarity. My goal is to help you feel heard, validated, and empowered, so you can move forward with confidence and achieve the growth you’re seeking.
My modalities include Mindfulness and ACT ( Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) based approaches, Energy Psychology (including EFT tapping), Inner Child work and embodiment practices.
I am a hybrid-healer who weaves spirit and energy medicine through my scientific background of clinical psychology.
I transform my client’s lives to be hopeful, stable and empowered.
You are your own guru. Be inspired by your own story.
Your answers lie within you, you only need the tools to access them.
My mission is to help you to hold space for yourself and to achieve steadfast inner peace. I approach the biology and the hardened industry of clinical dis-ease with a maternal, soulful presence.
My modalities include Mindfulness and ACT ( Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) based approaches, Energy Psychology (including EFT tapping), Inner Child work and embodiment practices.
I am a hybrid-healer who weaves spirit and energy medicine through my scientific background of clinical psychology.
I transform my client’s lives to be hopeful, stable and empowered.
You are your own guru. Be inspired by your own story.
Your answers lie within you, you only need the tools to access them.
My mission is to help you to hold space for yourself and to achieve steadfast inner peace. I approach the biology and the hardened industry of clinical dis-ease with a maternal, soulful presence.
I’m a counsellor based in Avondale, Auckland, with a particular interest in working with couples who want to feel closer, communicate better, or find their way through challenging periods together.
You may be having the same arguments, feeling unheard, or simply not as connected as you once were.
I also work with individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, and life challenges - often these experiences are closely connected to our relationships.
I’m a counsellor based in Avondale, Auckland, with a particular interest in working with couples who want to feel closer, communicate better, or find their way through challenging periods together.
You may be having the same arguments, feeling unheard, or simply not as connected as you once were.
I also work with individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, and life challenges - often these experiences are closely connected to our relationships.
Being flexible in the way that we think and being open to change is essential for developing and strengthening positive psychological wellbeing. Being psychologically fit is the foundation of a vital life. We all have ingrained habits, beliefs, rules, behaviours and ways of thinking about the world. Some of these provide us the tools to navigate our lives in a positive and flexible way and some can be severely restrictive, impacting us all in unique ways, from complex mental health issues to performance related difficulties in our work and relationships.
Being flexible in the way that we think and being open to change is essential for developing and strengthening positive psychological wellbeing. Being psychologically fit is the foundation of a vital life. We all have ingrained habits, beliefs, rules, behaviours and ways of thinking about the world. Some of these provide us the tools to navigate our lives in a positive and flexible way and some can be severely restrictive, impacting us all in unique ways, from complex mental health issues to performance related difficulties in our work and relationships.
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 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 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 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.
Sometimes life feels overwhelming, stressful, or stuck. I support adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions. I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore feelings, reflect on patterns, and develop practical strategies for meaningful change. My approach combines talking therapy with evidence-based methods tailored to your needs, goals and values.
Sessions are tailored to your pace, in-person on Auckland’s North Shore & Hibiscus Coast, or online across New Zealand.
My friendly labradoodle, Molly, sometimes joins sessions for clients who would like her company.
Sometimes life feels overwhelming, stressful, or stuck. I support adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions. I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore feelings, reflect on patterns, and develop practical strategies for meaningful change. My approach combines talking therapy with evidence-based methods tailored to your needs, goals and values.
Sessions are tailored to your pace, in-person on Auckland’s North Shore & Hibiscus Coast, or online across New Zealand.
My friendly labradoodle, Molly, sometimes joins sessions for clients who would like her company.
I am a skilled and compassionate therapist, experienced in working with a whole range of concerns. If there is an issue getting in the way of you living the life you want to live, or from achieving what you want to achieve, then therapy can help. I work with people both short and long term. With over 20 years’ experience working in the mental health field, I have a wide variety of experience. Before starting in private practice, I worked for many years in various mental health roles, which has given me an excellent grounding in ensuring my practice is based on the best available evidence, and is both ethical and effective.
I am a skilled and compassionate therapist, experienced in working with a whole range of concerns. If there is an issue getting in the way of you living the life you want to live, or from achieving what you want to achieve, then therapy can help. I work with people both short and long term. With over 20 years’ experience working in the mental health field, I have a wide variety of experience. Before starting in private practice, I worked for many years in various mental health roles, which has given me an excellent grounding in ensuring my practice is based on the best available evidence, and is both ethical and effective.
Life can be challenging and at times one can feel overwhelmed by their problems, yet there are proven ways that could help you dealing with these challenges, and I am here to support and guide you through your healing journey. I am offering a warm, genuine, and non-judgmental collaborative approach. A safe space where you can explore your thinking and feelings and reach an understanding that will help you deal with your difficulties and find your way forward to live a fulfilled life. Whether you struggle with relationship, past or recent trauma, stress, anxiety, life transitions, physical health matters and more, I’m here to help!
Life can be challenging and at times one can feel overwhelmed by their problems, yet there are proven ways that could help you dealing with these challenges, and I am here to support and guide you through your healing journey. I am offering a warm, genuine, and non-judgmental collaborative approach. A safe space where you can explore your thinking and feelings and reach an understanding that will help you deal with your difficulties and find your way forward to live a fulfilled life. Whether you struggle with relationship, past or recent trauma, stress, anxiety, life transitions, physical health matters and more, I’m here to help!
Welcome to my practice. I am a registered clinical psychologist, offering long and short-term psychotherapy to adults and couples. I view issues and challenges brought to therapy through a holistic lens and believe that body, mind and spirit are all equally important for optimal well-being. I have a special interest in working with couples and individuals dealing with issues related to relationships and sex. When it comes to couples therapy, areas that I have a particular interest in include sexual issues like desire discrepancy and loss of sexual pleasure and enjoyment, lack of emotional intimacy, infidelity and affairs.
Welcome to my practice. I am a registered clinical psychologist, offering long and short-term psychotherapy to adults and couples. I view issues and challenges brought to therapy through a holistic lens and believe that body, mind and spirit are all equally important for optimal well-being. I have a special interest in working with couples and individuals dealing with issues related to relationships and sex. When it comes to couples therapy, areas that I have a particular interest in include sexual issues like desire discrepancy and loss of sexual pleasure and enjoyment, lack of emotional intimacy, infidelity and affairs.
Developing together a safe space to explore, we can work towards understanding and befriending your inner world (thoughts, emotions, body sensations and nervous system responses) as a pathway towards awareness, resilience and lasting healing.
Developing together a safe space to explore, we can work towards understanding and befriending your inner world (thoughts, emotions, body sensations and nervous system responses) as a pathway towards awareness, resilience and lasting healing.
Therapies include Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) ,Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Solution Focused Therapy (SFT).
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.
Therapies include Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) ,Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Solution Focused Therapy (SFT).
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.
Clinical Supervision, cultural sensitivity, Person centered, individual focused, some of the models I utilize; ACT, EMDR, Trauma, Health Adjustment, Grief models, Family & Systemic models, Narrative, Context Analysis , Critical Health models, Positive Psychology
I am a clinical psychologist registered with both the New Zealand and Australian Boards. I have over 27 years experience working with women in women's health, couples, individuals and young women. I work within a contextual model that understands distress, anxiety and depression arise from our lives which sits within a positive psychological model. This enables me to identify what restrains and enables individuals wellbeing and assist them find alternative ways of being in the world.
Clinical Supervision, cultural sensitivity, Person centered, individual focused, some of the models I utilize; ACT, EMDR, Trauma, Health Adjustment, Grief models, Family & Systemic models, Narrative, Context Analysis , Critical Health models, Positive Psychology
I am a clinical psychologist registered with both the New Zealand and Australian Boards. I have over 27 years experience working with women in women's health, couples, individuals and young women. I work within a contextual model that understands distress, anxiety and depression arise from our lives which sits within a positive psychological model. This enables me to identify what restrains and enables individuals wellbeing and assist them find alternative ways of being in the world.
I am a dedicated counsellor with 15 years of experience in supporting individuals through some of life’s most challenging moments—whether it’s overcoming trauma, navigating grief, managing anxiety, significant life changes, mental health challenges, women’s health, personal growth or finding hope in the face of addiction. My approach is grounded in empathy, authenticity, somatic work and a deep commitment to empowering you to live a healthier, more fulfilling life. I will create a safe and confidential space for you to journey into deeper connection with yourself and those around you.
I am a dedicated counsellor with 15 years of experience in supporting individuals through some of life’s most challenging moments—whether it’s overcoming trauma, navigating grief, managing anxiety, significant life changes, mental health challenges, women’s health, personal growth or finding hope in the face of addiction. My approach is grounded in empathy, authenticity, somatic work and a deep commitment to empowering you to live a healthier, more fulfilling life. I will create a safe and confidential space for you to journey into deeper connection with yourself and those around you.
Do you feel mentally and emotionally stuck? trapped? lost? numbed? out of control? exhausted?
You are in the process of becoming. Yes, it might all seem hard right now. The challenge seems insurmountable, the struggle seems endless, and the pain seems unbearable. It may feel like you're breaking down or breaking apart. However, as difficult as it may seem, it is a necessary step before you can break free and break through. Through this crisis, let us discover the life that you want to have, the relationships that you want to build, and the person that you want to become in the face of life's challenges, struggles, and pain.
Do you feel mentally and emotionally stuck? trapped? lost? numbed? out of control? exhausted?
You are in the process of becoming. Yes, it might all seem hard right now. The challenge seems insurmountable, the struggle seems endless, and the pain seems unbearable. It may feel like you're breaking down or breaking apart. However, as difficult as it may seem, it is a necessary step before you can break free and break through. Through this crisis, let us discover the life that you want to have, the relationships that you want to build, and the person that you want to become in the face of life's challenges, struggles, and pain.
Alexandra (Ale) Held is an NZ-trained and registered psychologist and a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA). She is experienced in working with a variety of challenging behaviours across adults, adolescents, and children in a range of settings, providing a high level of behavioural assessments and interventions. She is experienced in implementing intensive Behaviour Support Services, based on the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis. She works from a non-aversive framework to increase positive behaviour, increase positive interactions, develop skills, and decrease the occurrence of challenging behaviours.
Alexandra (Ale) Held is an NZ-trained and registered psychologist and a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA). She is experienced in working with a variety of challenging behaviours across adults, adolescents, and children in a range of settings, providing a high level of behavioural assessments and interventions. She is experienced in implementing intensive Behaviour Support Services, based on the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis. She works from a non-aversive framework to increase positive behaviour, increase positive interactions, develop skills, and decrease the occurrence of challenging behaviours.
Kia ora! I am a registered Counselling Psychologist based in Auckland. I'm originally from the UK (North Yorkshire) but have spent half of my life here in Aotearoa. I am currently available on Wednesdays, both in person and online.
Kia ora! I am a registered Counselling Psychologist based in Auckland. I'm originally from the UK (North Yorkshire) but have spent half of my life here in Aotearoa. I am currently available on Wednesdays, both in person and online.
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.