Trauma Focused Therapists in Tauranga
Hi there - my background includes working as a Registered Nurse for 6 years, and then as an Independant Midwife for 10 years. I paused to raise and home-educate my 4 children (all adults now, and I'm now enjoying being a Grandma. I then retrained to gain a Batchelor in Counselling 12 years ago and have really enjoyed for the past 12 years working with children through to the elderly. I can see you face to face, or via zoom. I work in a number of different modalities to suit your needs. I work with all ethnicities.
Hi there - my background includes working as a Registered Nurse for 6 years, and then as an Independant Midwife for 10 years. I paused to raise and home-educate my 4 children (all adults now, and I'm now enjoying being a Grandma. I then retrained to gain a Batchelor in Counselling 12 years ago and have really enjoyed for the past 12 years working with children through to the elderly. I can see you face to face, or via zoom. I work in a number of different modalities to suit your needs. I work with all ethnicities.
Kia ora koutou katoa. My name is Sol, I am originally from Argentina, where I earned my degree in Clinical Psychology. I ventured to New Zealand in early 2020 and became a registered Clinical Psychologist with the New Zealand Psychologists Board. Bringing over a decade of experience, my practice is deeply rooted in a trauma-informed perspective, acknowledging the profound impact of past experiences on mental health. With a passion for assisting individuals on their mental health journeys, I am eager to collaborate with you as you navigate your path towards well-being. I am providing sessions in English and Spanish.
Kia ora koutou katoa. My name is Sol, I am originally from Argentina, where I earned my degree in Clinical Psychology. I ventured to New Zealand in early 2020 and became a registered Clinical Psychologist with the New Zealand Psychologists Board. Bringing over a decade of experience, my practice is deeply rooted in a trauma-informed perspective, acknowledging the profound impact of past experiences on mental health. With a passion for assisting individuals on their mental health journeys, I am eager to collaborate with you as you navigate your path towards well-being. I am providing sessions in English and Spanish.
I see individuals for a wide number of needs. I generally see clients above the age of 18. People come to counselling because they want changes in their lives and are unsure how to make those changes. Often they are stuck in stories or habits of the past , or traumas have locked them into unhelpful ways of being. People use therapy to achieve those goals and then move on.
I see individuals for a wide number of needs. I generally see clients above the age of 18. People come to counselling because they want changes in their lives and are unsure how to make those changes. Often they are stuck in stories or habits of the past , or traumas have locked them into unhelpful ways of being. People use therapy to achieve those goals and then move on.
Mel @ Tree of Life Counselling
Counsellor, MCouns, MNZAC
Verified Verified
Tauranga 3110 (Online Only)
Those who know me would describe me as a counselor who is empathetic, and caring and as someone who has a passion for seeing people overcome obstacles and be their best selves. In my practice, I use several counseling methods including CBT/DBT, Narrative, Solution Focused Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I always ensure I tailor my approach to suit my clients and their needs. I have experience working with many kinds of issues and challenges but specialize in Trauma, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues. I love working with teens, adults, and couples.
Those who know me would describe me as a counselor who is empathetic, and caring and as someone who has a passion for seeing people overcome obstacles and be their best selves. In my practice, I use several counseling methods including CBT/DBT, Narrative, Solution Focused Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I always ensure I tailor my approach to suit my clients and their needs. I have experience working with many kinds of issues and challenges but specialize in Trauma, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues. I love working with teens, adults, and couples.
Kia Ora katou. My name is Sofia, from Argentina but calling New Zealand my home for the past five years. With a background in handling high-complex trauma, grief, sexual violence, domestic abuse, children and adolescent mental health, and family dynamics. My professional journey encompasses a holistic approach, integrating various modalities such as Theraplay Institute's foundational certification, Gottman's Couple Therapy Level 1, TFCBT Level 1, along with mindfulness, IFS, transgenerational trauma, and narrative therapy.
Kia Ora katou. My name is Sofia, from Argentina but calling New Zealand my home for the past five years. With a background in handling high-complex trauma, grief, sexual violence, domestic abuse, children and adolescent mental health, and family dynamics. My professional journey encompasses a holistic approach, integrating various modalities such as Theraplay Institute's foundational certification, Gottman's Couple Therapy Level 1, TFCBT Level 1, along with mindfulness, IFS, transgenerational trauma, and narrative therapy.
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.
You might be dealing with significant emotional or psychological challenges and feeling trapped in a cycle. As a registered Counsellor and EMDR therapist and having over 10 years of experience as a psychologist overseas, I am dedicated to providing a supportive environment where you can openly share your thoughts and emotions. Together, we can identify and implement strategies tailored to your needs, whether it’s healing from trauma, managing anxiety and depression, enhancing relationships, building self-esteem and confidence, or addressing other difficulties you are facing.
You might be dealing with significant emotional or psychological challenges and feeling trapped in a cycle. As a registered Counsellor and EMDR therapist and having over 10 years of experience as a psychologist overseas, I am dedicated to providing a supportive environment where you can openly share your thoughts and emotions. Together, we can identify and implement strategies tailored to your needs, whether it’s healing from trauma, managing anxiety and depression, enhancing relationships, building self-esteem and confidence, or addressing other difficulties you are facing.
I am a registered (NZPB) clinical psychologist (with a full New Zealand Psychological Society membership). Currently, I am an ACC sensitive claims and psychological services provider and assessor. My interests lie in adolescents and adults with psychological needs such as trauma, addictions, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, and adjustment.
I am a registered (NZPB) clinical psychologist (with a full New Zealand Psychological Society membership). Currently, I am an ACC sensitive claims and psychological services provider and assessor. My interests lie in adolescents and adults with psychological needs such as trauma, addictions, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, and adjustment.
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. 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. I will work with you to build new neural pathways that dismantle triggers.
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. 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. I will work with you to build new neural pathways that dismantle triggers.
During my 17 years in practice, I've come to appreciate people seek therapy for hugely diverse reasons. However I believe a common thread among us all, is the aspiration to be the best version of ourselves possible. It continues to be a profound privilege to walk beside other human beings on this journey. My intention is to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel truely seen and heard. I'm dedicated to helping my clients heal and ultimately cultivate a more positive sense of self and feel empowered to effect meaningful change
During my 17 years in practice, I've come to appreciate people seek therapy for hugely diverse reasons. However I believe a common thread among us all, is the aspiration to be the best version of ourselves possible. It continues to be a profound privilege to walk beside other human beings on this journey. My intention is to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel truely seen and heard. I'm dedicated to helping my clients heal and ultimately cultivate a more positive sense of self and feel empowered to effect meaningful change
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Kia Ora and Namaste, My name is Bindiya and I am passionate about my work and helping others. I have experience in working with alcohol and other drugs issues, behavioural addiction such as gambling, sex, pornography, mental health issues and Trauma counselling. I speak Gujarati, Hindi, English and understand Punjabi. I practice spirituality, daily worship, meditation and yoga.
Kia Ora and Namaste, My name is Bindiya and I am passionate about my work and helping others. I have experience in working with alcohol and other drugs issues, behavioural addiction such as gambling, sex, pornography, mental health issues and Trauma counselling. I speak Gujarati, Hindi, English and understand Punjabi. I practice spirituality, daily worship, meditation and yoga.
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.
I am a warm and friendly therapist, who loves helping both adolescents and their parents to navigate the stresses and changes of the teenage years. I can support adolescents with anxiety symptoms, low mood, academic difficulties, low self-esteem, trauma, grief, divorce or any other areas where they may feel stuck. My goals include helping adolescents to reach their full potential, as well as well as increasing their self-belief and overall wellbeing. As I am an Educational Psychologist, I work only with mild to moderate difficulties and will refer clients to the correct professional, in the case of severe- or crisis presentation.
I am a warm and friendly therapist, who loves helping both adolescents and their parents to navigate the stresses and changes of the teenage years. I can support adolescents with anxiety symptoms, low mood, academic difficulties, low self-esteem, trauma, grief, divorce or any other areas where they may feel stuck. My goals include helping adolescents to reach their full potential, as well as well as increasing their self-belief and overall wellbeing. As I am an Educational Psychologist, I work only with mild to moderate difficulties and will refer clients to the correct professional, in the case of severe- or crisis presentation.
Hi I'm Bergen, I've been a counsellor for 16 years. I have a vast range of knowledge and experience and it would be my pleasure to work with you and support you in whatever way you need. My approach is eclectic, using a range of modalities' and resources. I come from a direct, empathic, genuine position when dealing with my clients. As I get to know you , you get to know me. I do this professional because I car and have a heart for people. I work with many different clients and their different needs.
Hi I'm Bergen, I've been a counsellor for 16 years. I have a vast range of knowledge and experience and it would be my pleasure to work with you and support you in whatever way you need. My approach is eclectic, using a range of modalities' and resources. I come from a direct, empathic, genuine position when dealing with my clients. As I get to know you , you get to know me. I do this professional because I car and have a heart for people. I work with many different clients and their different needs.
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel disconnected from our inner selves and what truly matters. Sometimes it is difficult to navigate life’s complexities, leading to stress and uncertainty. I offer a compassionate, holistic approach combining 30 years of experience in psychology, education, guidance and counselling. I use an integrative scientific approach to find a unique and individual pathway for each of my clients.
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel disconnected from our inner selves and what truly matters. Sometimes it is difficult to navigate life’s complexities, leading to stress and uncertainty. I offer a compassionate, holistic approach combining 30 years of experience in psychology, education, guidance and counselling. I use an integrative scientific approach to find a unique and individual pathway for each of my clients.
Kia ora! I'm a registered counsellor with a special interest in working with teenagers and adults who are eager to better understand themselves and overcome -or cope with- current difficulties. I am originally from Argentina, where I started my journey as a mental health professional. I continued my studies and work experience in New Zealand where I have been living for over 5 years. My professional journey is varied with experience in the fields of addictions, depression and stress, family violence and rangatahi among others.
Kia ora! I'm a registered counsellor with a special interest in working with teenagers and adults who are eager to better understand themselves and overcome -or cope with- current difficulties. I am originally from Argentina, where I started my journey as a mental health professional. I continued my studies and work experience in New Zealand where I have been living for over 5 years. My professional journey is varied with experience in the fields of addictions, depression and stress, family violence and rangatahi among others.
I work with all ages and specialise working with teens and young adults who are struggling. Challenges can come from anywhere; the loss of a loved one, a health condition, problems at school or work, anxiety, trauma, bullying, depression, attacks on dignity, abuse, or being spoken to in unhelpful ways. Problems can get you feeling overwhelmed, hopeless and stuck. I invite you to let me journey with you from that stuck place to hope and peace.
I work with all ages and specialise working with teens and young adults who are struggling. Challenges can come from anywhere; the loss of a loved one, a health condition, problems at school or work, anxiety, trauma, bullying, depression, attacks on dignity, abuse, or being spoken to in unhelpful ways. Problems can get you feeling overwhelmed, hopeless and stuck. I invite you to let me journey with you from that stuck place to hope and peace.
I was born in South Africa but have lived in New Zealand most of my life. I have had many life experiences such as volunteering in the NZ Fire Service (11 years) and travelling and volunteering in Africa. My passion for counselling grew as I spent time with people in my various experiences and travels, and discovered my desire for better skills to more effectively listen and help people navigate through their shared life experiences with me. I consider it a deep privilege to share a welcoming, safe, and honoring space with a person who chooses to share their footsteps with me. I am also a faith based counselling service (Christian).
I was born in South Africa but have lived in New Zealand most of my life. I have had many life experiences such as volunteering in the NZ Fire Service (11 years) and travelling and volunteering in Africa. My passion for counselling grew as I spent time with people in my various experiences and travels, and discovered my desire for better skills to more effectively listen and help people navigate through their shared life experiences with me. I consider it a deep privilege to share a welcoming, safe, and honoring space with a person who chooses to share their footsteps with me. I am also a faith based counselling service (Christian).
As a counsellor, I provide a safe, warm, confidential, & non-judgmental environment for you to process difficult emotions. My commitment is to create a supportive & attentive space where you can work through your troubles, ultimately enhancing self-awareness, personal strength, & resilience.
As a counsellor, I provide a safe, warm, confidential, & non-judgmental environment for you to process difficult emotions. My commitment is to create a supportive & attentive space where you can work through your troubles, ultimately enhancing self-awareness, personal strength, & resilience.
