I have experience working with teenagers, adults, and couples, and I have a special interest in perinatal issues. I have experience working with issues such as -
anxiety depression self harm self image issues relationship and family issues anger fear coping with life changes issues around birth and parenting grief and loss
I studied at the University of Auckland and have my Masters in Counselling. I love meeting new people and getting to know my clients. I work from a person centred framework and integrate a variety of other modalities into my practice. I am a member of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors
I sometimes use symbols, sand, and drawing with clients who wish to explore their issues in this way. I am interested in how symbols and dreams can allow the unconscious to become conscious. Symbols are especially helpful for people who aren't very verbal.
I know through personal experience and through my work that counselling can be a powerful, healing experience, often providing personal insight into areas where people can feel stuck. Counselling can provide effective tools for living, and can empower people to make necessary change in their lives.