Expressive Arts Therapists in Tauranga
I am a Psychologist recognized by the NZ Board of Psychology, specializing in supporting children aged 5-12 facing social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. My practice integrates play therapy, sandtray therapy, and creative expressive arts to foster a nurturing environment where children can freely explore and express themselves.
I am a Psychologist recognized by the NZ Board of Psychology, specializing in supporting children aged 5-12 facing social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. My practice integrates play therapy, sandtray therapy, and creative expressive arts to foster a nurturing environment where children can freely explore and express themselves.
Tēnā koe, I am a registered psychologist passionate about partnering with individuals, couples and families across the lifespan to enhance their wellbeing and to find sustainable solutions to a wide range of concerns. My practice is collaborative, empathetic, and evidence-based. I am also a trained mediator and am especially interested in supporting couples in conflict and families in transition (during and after separation).
Tēnā koe, I am a registered psychologist passionate about partnering with individuals, couples and families across the lifespan to enhance their wellbeing and to find sustainable solutions to a wide range of concerns. My practice is collaborative, empathetic, and evidence-based. I am also a trained mediator and am especially interested in supporting couples in conflict and families in transition (during and after separation).
Chrysalis Infant - Child - Family Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, PBANZ
Verified Verified
Tauranga 3110
My name is Geraldine Hughes. I am a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist. I specialise in supporting infants, children and young people and their whanau where there is a range of emotional and behavioural difficulties. Through carefully understanding these difficulties, day to day functioning improves. I also specialise in supporting parents who experience their child as demanding or clingy, to shift focus from behaviour management to enhancing the quality of relationship.
My name is Geraldine Hughes. I am a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist. I specialise in supporting infants, children and young people and their whanau where there is a range of emotional and behavioural difficulties. Through carefully understanding these difficulties, day to day functioning improves. I also specialise in supporting parents who experience their child as demanding or clingy, to shift focus from behaviour management to enhancing the quality of relationship.
As a clinical arts therapist (AThR) working with adolescents and adults I offer an alternative to talk therapy and counselling. When we can’t find the words to talk about our concerns, arts therapy provides an alternative pathway to discover what is troubling us. Being "good at art" is not important in arts therapy - the process is our focus not the product. For people with trauma histories our sessions will also focus on nervous system regulation and how to manage states of fight, flight, freeze and fawn. Engaging with creative processes invites presence and helps reduce nervous system dysregulation.
As a clinical arts therapist (AThR) working with adolescents and adults I offer an alternative to talk therapy and counselling. When we can’t find the words to talk about our concerns, arts therapy provides an alternative pathway to discover what is troubling us. Being "good at art" is not important in arts therapy - the process is our focus not the product. For people with trauma histories our sessions will also focus on nervous system regulation and how to manage states of fight, flight, freeze and fawn. Engaging with creative processes invites presence and helps reduce nervous system dysregulation.
My clients' ages range from 23 to 40 years old. They are experiencing anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, feeling lost, fearful of the future and don't know what the next best move is for them. They are seeking answers about their life purpose, figuring out their passions and how to grow on various levels such as personal, physical, spiritual, career, and relationships.
My clients' ages range from 23 to 40 years old. They are experiencing anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, feeling lost, fearful of the future and don't know what the next best move is for them. They are seeking answers about their life purpose, figuring out their passions and how to grow on various levels such as personal, physical, spiritual, career, and relationships.
The Global Therapy Room
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Verified Verified
Tauranga 3110
Waitlist for new clients
On Maternity Leave: 08/04/24 until mid-August '24. Kia ora, welcome. I offer online Art Therapy, Psychotherapy and Mental Health Counselling to clients from various parts of the globe. I work Online, Phone call, Text / WhatsApp, face-to-face in Parnell (waitlist) and Walk & Talk sessions in Mt Eden, Mt Roskill and Royal Oak areas. My work uses tools and skills covering a range of psychodynamic and integrative practices; ACT, Play/Creative Therapy modalities and behavioural methods, such as DBT and CBT. I prefer to understand how clients are struggling and work adaptively to suit their needs, neuro-capabilities and personality.
On Maternity Leave: 08/04/24 until mid-August '24. Kia ora, welcome. I offer online Art Therapy, Psychotherapy and Mental Health Counselling to clients from various parts of the globe. I work Online, Phone call, Text / WhatsApp, face-to-face in Parnell (waitlist) and Walk & Talk sessions in Mt Eden, Mt Roskill and Royal Oak areas. My work uses tools and skills covering a range of psychodynamic and integrative practices; ACT, Play/Creative Therapy modalities and behavioural methods, such as DBT and CBT. I prefer to understand how clients are struggling and work adaptively to suit their needs, neuro-capabilities and personality.
After the Rain - Arts Therapy online
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Verified Verified
Tauranga 3110 (Online Only)
You feel so lost and defeated. You aren’t sure what exactly is wrong, just that something is just not right. Is it depression? Anxiety? You can’t even tell sometimes. You want to have control of your life again! To feel better! You don't want to be exhausted and overwhelmed and scared by everything. All. The. Time. You want peace, confidence and to know you can do hard things! Trust me, this IS possible for you!
You feel so lost and defeated. You aren’t sure what exactly is wrong, just that something is just not right. Is it depression? Anxiety? You can’t even tell sometimes. You want to have control of your life again! To feel better! You don't want to be exhausted and overwhelmed and scared by everything. All. The. Time. You want peace, confidence and to know you can do hard things! Trust me, this IS possible for you!
I help people rediscover their strengths, passions and purpose and find meaning, joy and happiness in their lives. Most of us experience a moment in our lives where we stop and take stock. This may come as a result of a big shock, the loss of a loved one, a relationship, a job or some other trauma that shakes us to our very core. Or it may just be a gnawing sense that there is something more to life than what you are currently experiencing. These big shocks or subtle gnawings can start to erode our sense of happiness and fulfilment. We may experience depression, sadness, a sense of isolation, confusion or feel deeply overwhelmed.
I help people rediscover their strengths, passions and purpose and find meaning, joy and happiness in their lives. Most of us experience a moment in our lives where we stop and take stock. This may come as a result of a big shock, the loss of a loved one, a relationship, a job or some other trauma that shakes us to our very core. Or it may just be a gnawing sense that there is something more to life than what you are currently experiencing. These big shocks or subtle gnawings can start to erode our sense of happiness and fulfilment. We may experience depression, sadness, a sense of isolation, confusion or feel deeply overwhelmed.
Online Therapists
Using a pluralistic approach, I work collaboratively with my clients using different approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Expressive Arts Therapy, Play Therapy and Talk Therapy.
My name is Helena and I am a qualified registered counsellor working in the Franklin area. I believe it takes a village to raise a child, so I encompass this in my work with children and adolescents by including the whanau where possible. I am a passionate, caring counsellor with the desire to assist young and old in finding their true potential.
Using a pluralistic approach, I work collaboratively with my clients using different approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Expressive Arts Therapy, Play Therapy and Talk Therapy.
My name is Helena and I am a qualified registered counsellor working in the Franklin area. I believe it takes a village to raise a child, so I encompass this in my work with children and adolescents by including the whanau where possible. I am a passionate, caring counsellor with the desire to assist young and old in finding their true potential.
I am an Auckland based health practitioner who provides an eclectic psychodynamic counselling approach. I bring a gentle compassion to the sessions, and together we talk about your situation for an understanding about what you may need to achieve the outcomes that you hope for.
I am an Auckland based health practitioner who provides an eclectic psychodynamic counselling approach. I bring a gentle compassion to the sessions, and together we talk about your situation for an understanding about what you may need to achieve the outcomes that you hope for.
I am a registered Creative Arts Therapist and an inner work and mental well-being facilitator. I support people in finding clarity, peace, growth, new perspectives, and possibilities. I use creative, expressive and mindfulness processes to support exploring, expressing and transforming stressful thoughts, limiting core beliefs, feelings, conflicts and emotions. My process delivers this exploration in a gentle, safe and supportive way.
I am a registered Creative Arts Therapist and an inner work and mental well-being facilitator. I support people in finding clarity, peace, growth, new perspectives, and possibilities. I use creative, expressive and mindfulness processes to support exploring, expressing and transforming stressful thoughts, limiting core beliefs, feelings, conflicts and emotions. My process delivers this exploration in a gentle, safe and supportive way.
Stefanie has over two decades of experience working as a couples therapist and social worker. She trained internationally in New Zealand, USA, Germany and Australia. Stefanie enjoys working with a wide variety of couples of diverse cultural, ethnic and sexual backgrounds. She offers communication training, assertive attendance, art therapy and mindfulness in her therapy practice and she always enjoys a good laugh with her couples! Counselling sessions can be offered in English or in German. After hours appointments and video call appointments are also available!
Stefanie has over two decades of experience working as a couples therapist and social worker. She trained internationally in New Zealand, USA, Germany and Australia. Stefanie enjoys working with a wide variety of couples of diverse cultural, ethnic and sexual backgrounds. She offers communication training, assertive attendance, art therapy and mindfulness in her therapy practice and she always enjoys a good laugh with her couples! Counselling sessions can be offered in English or in German. After hours appointments and video call appointments are also available!
Kia ora, my name is Halen and I'm a registered counsellor. I provide online counselling therapy to individuals and couples. Online counselling can be convenient and allows you to access counselling services from the comfort of your own home. I have worked with individuals and couples facing a variety of issues and challenges including anxiety and low mood, anger, loneliness, issues with porn, intimacy issues, chronic pain, endometriosis as well as life transitions to name a few. I provide an online space that is non-judgemental, where you are heard and where you can comfortably unpack anything of importance to you.
Kia ora, my name is Halen and I'm a registered counsellor. I provide online counselling therapy to individuals and couples. Online counselling can be convenient and allows you to access counselling services from the comfort of your own home. I have worked with individuals and couples facing a variety of issues and challenges including anxiety and low mood, anger, loneliness, issues with porn, intimacy issues, chronic pain, endometriosis as well as life transitions to name a few. I provide an online space that is non-judgemental, where you are heard and where you can comfortably unpack anything of importance to you.
Successful counselling is based on the quality of the relationship between myself (the therapist) and you (the client). My approach is based on deep respect and non-judgemental acceptance for all people I work with. Utilising an element of creativity within therapy enables you to speak through art making, and reflection, because sometimes spoken words don’t exist for your experience. In my practice I offer counselling and arts therapy, professional supervision and coaching, and career development.
Successful counselling is based on the quality of the relationship between myself (the therapist) and you (the client). My approach is based on deep respect and non-judgemental acceptance for all people I work with. Utilising an element of creativity within therapy enables you to speak through art making, and reflection, because sometimes spoken words don’t exist for your experience. In my practice I offer counselling and arts therapy, professional supervision and coaching, and career development.
Willow Therapy Farm blends nature, Equine and Canine Therapy, in conjuction with Emotion Focused Behavioural Therapy to provide a transformative approach for children struggling with anxiety and reactive behaviour. Debbie Rowberry facilitates Emotion Regulation Therapy programmes that teach children effective tools and strategies to navigate their emotions. The therapy empowers children to regain control over their thoughts and feelings, lessening the intensity and frequency of anxiety episodes. Individual programmes are developed, providing support material for home and school. Parental coaching is also available.
Willow Therapy Farm blends nature, Equine and Canine Therapy, in conjuction with Emotion Focused Behavioural Therapy to provide a transformative approach for children struggling with anxiety and reactive behaviour. Debbie Rowberry facilitates Emotion Regulation Therapy programmes that teach children effective tools and strategies to navigate their emotions. The therapy empowers children to regain control over their thoughts and feelings, lessening the intensity and frequency of anxiety episodes. Individual programmes are developed, providing support material for home and school. Parental coaching is also available.
As an individual, you might feel lost, defeated, and uncertain about what's wrong with you. The feeling of depression or anxiety may sometimes be hard to differentiate. You crave control over your life, and you want to feel better. You're tired of feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and scared. You desire peace in your life.
As an individual, you might feel lost, defeated, and uncertain about what's wrong with you. The feeling of depression or anxiety may sometimes be hard to differentiate. You crave control over your life, and you want to feel better. You're tired of feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and scared. You desire peace in your life.
As the founder of MH Counselling, I believe Mental Health is fundamental to living a fulfilling life. MH Counselling is about prioritizing you as a client and providing support to gain your empowerment for you to deal with life's issues. I use different therapy techniques to work with different clients with different needs. Current available days and times: Monday-Friday Face to Face 9am-5pm /with Online- I am able to do night-time including weekends if that is suitable. Fees are 50-60 min session $65 for -Students -Retired -Having Physical and Mental health Disability and $85 for Others.
As the founder of MH Counselling, I believe Mental Health is fundamental to living a fulfilling life. MH Counselling is about prioritizing you as a client and providing support to gain your empowerment for you to deal with life's issues. I use different therapy techniques to work with different clients with different needs. Current available days and times: Monday-Friday Face to Face 9am-5pm /with Online- I am able to do night-time including weekends if that is suitable. Fees are 50-60 min session $65 for -Students -Retired -Having Physical and Mental health Disability and $85 for Others.
How lovely to find me, I’m Specialist Therapist Joy, and I’ve been in the industry for a decade now. I invest a lot into research, and into integrative healthcare, and am Harvard Medical School Educated. Distress doesn’t discriminate, and mental health exists for everyone. I’ve been a client and clinician in both public and private health, and both have virtues and vices, however I thrive in the diversity of being Internationally Licensed. I invest excellence back into my clients, and am highly empathic. Fascinated by how and why, and if you’re feeling scared to reach out-I felt scared when I needed help too. Quality care provided!
How lovely to find me, I’m Specialist Therapist Joy, and I’ve been in the industry for a decade now. I invest a lot into research, and into integrative healthcare, and am Harvard Medical School Educated. Distress doesn’t discriminate, and mental health exists for everyone. I’ve been a client and clinician in both public and private health, and both have virtues and vices, however I thrive in the diversity of being Internationally Licensed. I invest excellence back into my clients, and am highly empathic. Fascinated by how and why, and if you’re feeling scared to reach out-I felt scared when I needed help too. Quality care provided!
Are you grappling with anxiety, grief, depression, confusion, sadness, loss, emptiness, or addiction? These struggles might be linked to past or ongoing trauma, such as violence, abuse, grief, migration, displacement, spiritual or physical loss, neurodivergence, or relationship ruptures, or not If traditional talk therapy is leaving you stuck, why not consider Creative Arts Therapy? Creative Arts Therapy is a unique psychotherapy modality that uses creative processes to help you explore feelings that can be difficult to express in words.
Are you grappling with anxiety, grief, depression, confusion, sadness, loss, emptiness, or addiction? These struggles might be linked to past or ongoing trauma, such as violence, abuse, grief, migration, displacement, spiritual or physical loss, neurodivergence, or relationship ruptures, or not If traditional talk therapy is leaving you stuck, why not consider Creative Arts Therapy? Creative Arts Therapy is a unique psychotherapy modality that uses creative processes to help you explore feelings that can be difficult to express in words.
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Expressive Arts Counsellors
What happens in expressive arts therapy?
In an expressive arts therapy session, the therapist will provide the space and materials necessary to encourage the client to express themselves creatively. These can include art supplies, musical instruments, a journal, a camera, and more. The therapist offers careful guidance throughout the creative process, often noticing and talking about psychological issues as they arise. Many clients also benefit from the mind-body connection—the physical act of making art can help them feel more grounded and present.
How long does expressive arts therapy take?
An expressive arts therapy session will typically last between 50 minutes and an hour. Group sessions may run longer. Sometimes, a client might only need one or two sessions of expressive arts therapy in conjunction with talk therapy to resolve a psychological issue. Others might find a fixed number of sessions over the course of either weeks or months to be beneficial. The duration depends on the client and their individual needs and goals for therapy.
How does expressive arts therapy help children?
Creativity is an important part of normal child development. Expressive arts therapy proves a safe outlet for child clients to learn to identify their emotions and express them in healthy ways. In expressive arts therapy, children can build their self-esteem, discover more about their personality and strengths, and feel a sense of normalcy in an otherwise chaotic world. This therapeutic approach can be particularly helpful for children with developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD, speech impairments, and other conditions.
What are the limitations of expressive arts therapy?
Sometimes individuals have physical limitations that can affect their ability to express themselves artistically in certain mediums. For example, someone with hearing problems might find it difficult to make music. Sickness and mobility issues can make some types of art physically inaccessible (e.g., sculpting, dancing, etc.). Sometimes, clients are overly skeptical and have trouble letting go and engaging with the creative process. Individuals who require a higher level of care may be better served with other types of therapy.