I am an experienced, friendly counsellor and psychotherapist and have been practicing since 1992. I really enjoy working with people to help them make the positive changes in their life so that they live more authentically and sustainably, and shine with the joy and confidence of doing so.
I am a registered Psychotherapist (PBANZ), a member of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors and am approved as a counsellor by ACC.
My counselling practice is called LifeWorks, as I know life can work and be enjoyable. I love to witness people experiencing this, once they identify and enlist the right supports and actions for themselves.
I work with adolescents (16+) and adults, and also with groups.
I also offer short talks on The Sustainable Self, a model of personal sustainability.
Nickei
How to access counselling
Getting the right counsellor is really important. You will know this if you’ve already been to counselling and had either a really good experience or a really bad one. It’s important that you feel comfortable with your counsellor and that there is a ‘click’.
I offer an initial, no obligation session where we can meet to see if I am the right counsellor for you. It is an hour long and it allows us to get to know one another a bit. I also gather basic information from you and find out what it is you would like from the two of us working together and how often you might like to come. This initial session is charged at the usual hourly rate.
You can make contact directly with me; feel free to ring me to discuss an appointment, ph: 03 3650483. If I am unable to answer the phone, leave a message and I’ll get back to you-probably on the same day.
Referrals for counselling can also be made by your doctor, midwife, psychiatrist, naturopath, herbalist or other health professional.
Some funding for counselling may be available. I am happy to discuss this with you when you ring.
Supervision and Workplace Mentoring for Professionals
I offer individual and group supervision for people working in helping, community and management roles. Prior to training as a counsellor and psychotherapist, I worked in middle and national management positions with large teams of people.
I can also tailor supervision or mentoring packages to suit your needs; including sessions which combine personal and professional development.
To discuss these options, please contact me.