Domestic Abuse Therapists in Whangarei
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Kia ora! I bring a sensitive and intuitive approach to counselling, that is authentic, non-judgmental and empathetic. Many experiences in our lives have an impact on our well-being, such as work pressures, family and relationship challenges, loss, trauma, abuse, and unmet needs in childhood. Each one of us will be affected differently. I provide a safe space for you to feel supported and cared for while processing difficult experiences and emotions.
Kia ora! I bring a sensitive and intuitive approach to counselling, that is authentic, non-judgmental and empathetic. Many experiences in our lives have an impact on our well-being, such as work pressures, family and relationship challenges, loss, trauma, abuse, and unmet needs in childhood. Each one of us will be affected differently. I provide a safe space for you to feel supported and cared for while processing difficult experiences and emotions.
![Photo of Claire Thompson, MNZAC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a106b8c3-2bd9-4608-8e20-077ec641258a/2/320x400.jpeg)
I’m an EFT emotional freedom technique (tapping) practitioner for trauma, grief, anxiety, addictions, abuse.
Face to face (Auckland), online and phone appointments are available NZ and world wide.
I’m an EFT emotional freedom technique (tapping) practitioner for trauma, grief, anxiety, addictions, abuse.
Face to face (Auckland), online and phone appointments are available NZ and world wide.
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Welcome! If you’re new to I Am Noble, let me say I am so excited to serve you! Is there anything in your life you would like to change? Your job? Relationships? Friends? Your emotions? Thoughts? How you spend your free time? What about eating or other habits? Less pain? More peace? We all have something or other. Once you focus your intention and believe that it is possible, you are already on the road to success.
Welcome! If you’re new to I Am Noble, let me say I am so excited to serve you! Is there anything in your life you would like to change? Your job? Relationships? Friends? Your emotions? Thoughts? How you spend your free time? What about eating or other habits? Less pain? More peace? We all have something or other. Once you focus your intention and believe that it is possible, you are already on the road to success.
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I have found fulfillment in working with children, teens, adults, families, and couples, empowering women, and aiding individuals in altering their behaviors and the belief systems that have trapped them in unhealthy patterns. This has allowed helped my clients to uncover previously unknown strengths, fostering hope and progress. I have a background in counselling, social work, community work, mediation, and facilitation, I have dedicated the past 13 years primarily to Not-for-Profit and community organisations & over five years in high schools and colleges supporting our youth who face a spectrum of issues.
I have found fulfillment in working with children, teens, adults, families, and couples, empowering women, and aiding individuals in altering their behaviors and the belief systems that have trapped them in unhealthy patterns. This has allowed helped my clients to uncover previously unknown strengths, fostering hope and progress. I have a background in counselling, social work, community work, mediation, and facilitation, I have dedicated the past 13 years primarily to Not-for-Profit and community organisations & over five years in high schools and colleges supporting our youth who face a spectrum of issues.
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Having been trained not only as a psychotherapist but also as a Yoga psychology teacher, I believe that the events we have been through are part of our soul's journey towards wholeness. By learning from our experiences and transcending our suffering, we become more conscious, awaken our inner light, find our purpose, and discover our qualities and gifts. My approach combines the sciences behind Western psychologies (psychodynamic, transpersonal, etc.) with the wisdom behind Eastern traditions/ philosophies (Yoga psychology, mindfulness, etc). If that resonates with you, I am happy to assist you on your journey.
Having been trained not only as a psychotherapist but also as a Yoga psychology teacher, I believe that the events we have been through are part of our soul's journey towards wholeness. By learning from our experiences and transcending our suffering, we become more conscious, awaken our inner light, find our purpose, and discover our qualities and gifts. My approach combines the sciences behind Western psychologies (psychodynamic, transpersonal, etc.) with the wisdom behind Eastern traditions/ philosophies (Yoga psychology, mindfulness, etc). If that resonates with you, I am happy to assist you on your journey.
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Perhaps you are overwhelmed with depression or anxiety, feel helpless or hopeless and you want to get yourself back again - enjoy life? Perhaps you find life is unfulfilling, you feel stuck in the same rut and struggle to change your life to be more what you would like it to be? Or are you experiencing conflict, relationship issues, self-esteem issues or stress and need help and support at this time? Together we can find a way forward. I am the author of the "Out of the Fog" programme delivered in group and individual therapy which has helped hundreds of people to recover/become well from depression/anxiety.
Perhaps you are overwhelmed with depression or anxiety, feel helpless or hopeless and you want to get yourself back again - enjoy life? Perhaps you find life is unfulfilling, you feel stuck in the same rut and struggle to change your life to be more what you would like it to be? Or are you experiencing conflict, relationship issues, self-esteem issues or stress and need help and support at this time? Together we can find a way forward. I am the author of the "Out of the Fog" programme delivered in group and individual therapy which has helped hundreds of people to recover/become well from depression/anxiety.
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Kia ora! My name is Julia Ferry-Parker, I am a NZAC Registered Counsellor and an Analyst-in-Training. I have been studying and practicing for the last couple of years, mainly working with adults from multiples cultures and backgrounds in a non-judgmental space. I have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Postgraduate diploma in Psychoanalysis. I am originally from Brazil and have been living in Aotearoa for the last 3 years, running sessions in English and Portuguese with an ethical commitment to the care of the patients.
Kia ora! My name is Julia Ferry-Parker, I am a NZAC Registered Counsellor and an Analyst-in-Training. I have been studying and practicing for the last couple of years, mainly working with adults from multiples cultures and backgrounds in a non-judgmental space. I have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Postgraduate diploma in Psychoanalysis. I am originally from Brazil and have been living in Aotearoa for the last 3 years, running sessions in English and Portuguese with an ethical commitment to the care of the patients.
Online Therapists
![Photo of Ismat Julia Sheikh, MNZAC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5c15fe6e-7855-41da-9eff-d83bbc009bfa/1/320x400.jpeg)
Julia offers counselling in the following areas: Relationships including couples and families Work with teens Parenting Depression and anxiety Self-esteem, assertiveness and anger management Loneliness and self-confidence Grief and loss Life changes Abuse and domestic violence Trauma and PTSD, Sexuality, Spiritual issues Stress, burnout, OCD.
Julia’s area of expertise is as a trauma informed specialist with fifteen years of therapeutic experience. She holds lived experience as a former refugee born in Pakistan and arrived as an asylum seeker with her family at age ten. Her passion for cultural connection and supporting clients from diverse cultural and linguistic background is evident in her linguistic talent of five languages. Julia has extensive experience in management of trauma, family separation, loss, work place conflict management and mediation, supervision. Julia has excellent risk management expertise and is proficient in managing crisis and critical incident
Julia offers counselling in the following areas: Relationships including couples and families Work with teens Parenting Depression and anxiety Self-esteem, assertiveness and anger management Loneliness and self-confidence Grief and loss Life changes Abuse and domestic violence Trauma and PTSD, Sexuality, Spiritual issues Stress, burnout, OCD.
Julia’s area of expertise is as a trauma informed specialist with fifteen years of therapeutic experience. She holds lived experience as a former refugee born in Pakistan and arrived as an asylum seeker with her family at age ten. Her passion for cultural connection and supporting clients from diverse cultural and linguistic background is evident in her linguistic talent of five languages. Julia has extensive experience in management of trauma, family separation, loss, work place conflict management and mediation, supervision. Julia has excellent risk management expertise and is proficient in managing crisis and critical incident
![Photo of Kiera Elizabeth Allan, MNZAC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c1acfd03-caf2-4216-880d-fab649039702/1/320x400.jpeg)
Kiera Elizabeth Allan
Counsellor, MNZAC
Verified Verified
Auckland 0632 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have a wide range of experience with children, teens, and young adults. I help build on resilience/coping strategies for children and young people dealing with anxiety, depression, abuse, phobias and other complex needs and offer support and reassurance to their families/whanau .I have over six years experience of in counselling and helping children in a community setting and schools around New Zealand and Wales. I have experience helping people who have struggled with COVID-19 and specialised trauma.
I have a wide range of experience with children, teens, and young adults. I help build on resilience/coping strategies for children and young people dealing with anxiety, depression, abuse, phobias and other complex needs and offer support and reassurance to their families/whanau .I have over six years experience of in counselling and helping children in a community setting and schools around New Zealand and Wales. I have experience helping people who have struggled with COVID-19 and specialised trauma.
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I specialise in memory and trauma reprocessing using EMDR to allow people to fulfil their potential and live their best lives. I also offer Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples. I enjoy working with young people, adults, parents and couples from diverse cultural backgrounds and supporting them with their unique challenges. I use a holistic and individualised approach to support people to overcome past trauma and aversive life experiences. Personal challenges often occur in a context of difficult experiences (e.g., accidents, relationship break downs, spot injuries, birth trauma, and abuse) and therapy can help to overcome them.
I specialise in memory and trauma reprocessing using EMDR to allow people to fulfil their potential and live their best lives. I also offer Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples. I enjoy working with young people, adults, parents and couples from diverse cultural backgrounds and supporting them with their unique challenges. I use a holistic and individualised approach to support people to overcome past trauma and aversive life experiences. Personal challenges often occur in a context of difficult experiences (e.g., accidents, relationship break downs, spot injuries, birth trauma, and abuse) and therapy can help to overcome them.
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On leave until April 2024. Individual clients who have worked with me in the past have experienced a variety of difficulties including anxiety, depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), challenges related to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), emotional dysregulation, parenting issues, and post-abuse psychological recovery. Although I do work with a wide range of life stages, I particularly enjoy working with children (school-age), young professionals, and parents.
On leave until April 2024. Individual clients who have worked with me in the past have experienced a variety of difficulties including anxiety, depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), challenges related to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), emotional dysregulation, parenting issues, and post-abuse psychological recovery. Although I do work with a wide range of life stages, I particularly enjoy working with children (school-age), young professionals, and parents.
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I specialise in trauma, domestic and sexual violence, using a strengths-based approach, while practicing from a position of belief.
Sessions : $100 email to book. Kia ora, my name is Monique. I have been working in the sector of trauma over the past 11 years in Aotearoa and overseas. I have held a number of counselling positions, in government, health, legal services, victims services, mental health, non-profit sectors and charities. While overseas, I was part of a team which influenced legislative change for vulnerable communities. I am very down-to-earth, light-hearted, with a sense of humour, and positive energy. As a trauma specialist counsellor, I create a safe space for people to share their experiences and explore options that best suit their lives.
I specialise in trauma, domestic and sexual violence, using a strengths-based approach, while practicing from a position of belief.
Sessions : $100 email to book. Kia ora, my name is Monique. I have been working in the sector of trauma over the past 11 years in Aotearoa and overseas. I have held a number of counselling positions, in government, health, legal services, victims services, mental health, non-profit sectors and charities. While overseas, I was part of a team which influenced legislative change for vulnerable communities. I am very down-to-earth, light-hearted, with a sense of humour, and positive energy. As a trauma specialist counsellor, I create a safe space for people to share their experiences and explore options that best suit their lives.
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Whether you need support in individual counselling, anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, trauma, emotional and psychological abuse, low self-esteem, personal development, couples therapy, relationships, grief and loss, men's health, I offer a warm, inclusive, safe, and inviting environment for you.
When you're feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, and lost, and life's turmoil seems unrelenting, where do you turn for lasting relief? Is it because you are tired of battling anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, and enduring relentless days when these emotions refuse to loosen their grip? I understand the profound impact of mental and emotional distress on your life. My holistic approach goes beyond symptom management to identify and address the root causes of your suffering. By exploring the mind-body connection and incorporating personalized strategies, I aim to alleviate emotional pain and empower you to cultivate resilience and inner peace.
Whether you need support in individual counselling, anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, trauma, emotional and psychological abuse, low self-esteem, personal development, couples therapy, relationships, grief and loss, men's health, I offer a warm, inclusive, safe, and inviting environment for you.
When you're feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, and lost, and life's turmoil seems unrelenting, where do you turn for lasting relief? Is it because you are tired of battling anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, and enduring relentless days when these emotions refuse to loosen their grip? I understand the profound impact of mental and emotional distress on your life. My holistic approach goes beyond symptom management to identify and address the root causes of your suffering. By exploring the mind-body connection and incorporating personalized strategies, I aim to alleviate emotional pain and empower you to cultivate resilience and inner peace.
I have been working with trauma for 15 years both as an ACC sensitive claims assessor and therapist and working with people that have suffered narcissistic abuse.
I work with anxiety and depression and all sorts of trauma. We design together what you want to achieve from therapy. I don't discriminate and all are welcome.
I have been working with trauma for 15 years both as an ACC sensitive claims assessor and therapist and working with people that have suffered narcissistic abuse.
I work with anxiety and depression and all sorts of trauma. We design together what you want to achieve from therapy. I don't discriminate and all are welcome.
![Photo of Mo Nathan, MNZAC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/aaa160c4-8190-41bc-b678-2f2745ca7af1/1/320x400.jpeg)
Mo provides a warm, kind, hopeful, and effective space for increased awareness, personal growth and healing. In his holistic practice, he integrates modern therapy with age old wisdom traditions. Mo has been himself on the journey of growth and embodiment, practicing yoga, meditation, martial arts, and shadow work. Mo worked at a domestic violence agency, where, in addition to offering couples and individual therapy, he facilitated anger management groups. Mo has also taught mindfulness for stress reduction courses.
Mo provides a warm, kind, hopeful, and effective space for increased awareness, personal growth and healing. In his holistic practice, he integrates modern therapy with age old wisdom traditions. Mo has been himself on the journey of growth and embodiment, practicing yoga, meditation, martial arts, and shadow work. Mo worked at a domestic violence agency, where, in addition to offering couples and individual therapy, he facilitated anger management groups. Mo has also taught mindfulness for stress reduction courses.
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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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Hana Counselling and Education Limited
Counsellor, MA, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
Auckland 1071
Ai is an ACC Registered Trauma Therapist, EAP therapist, EMDR therapist,Mental health first aid instructor, Domestic violence and LTBTQIA+ advocate, NZAC qualified counsellor and social worker (Registered both in New Zealand and Japan). Ai can undertake counselling in either English or Japanese. Ai works with groups and individuals including, adults, children and adolescents. My experts are trauma, loss& grief,mental health, addiction, domestic violence, suicidal intervention, and LGBTQ+. Ai is a member of Auckland Rainbow Trust, and has a strong passion for helping queer clients, their whānau, and the community.
Ai is an ACC Registered Trauma Therapist, EAP therapist, EMDR therapist,Mental health first aid instructor, Domestic violence and LTBTQIA+ advocate, NZAC qualified counsellor and social worker (Registered both in New Zealand and Japan). Ai can undertake counselling in either English or Japanese. Ai works with groups and individuals including, adults, children and adolescents. My experts are trauma, loss& grief,mental health, addiction, domestic violence, suicidal intervention, and LGBTQ+. Ai is a member of Auckland Rainbow Trust, and has a strong passion for helping queer clients, their whānau, and the community.
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I am currently engaged in counseling clients from diverse cultural backgrounds and across various age groups, referred to me by Victim Support, ACC, and other agencies.
With 20 years as a counselor, I've supported diverse challenges, guided by empathy, passion, and compassion. Each day reveals new lessons in human resilience and emotional complexity. Every individual's journey has left an indelible mark on me, reinforcing my commitment to meaningful support. I'm grateful for the opportunity to accompany others on their path, driven by a deep belief in the transformative power of connection and understanding.
I am currently engaged in counseling clients from diverse cultural backgrounds and across various age groups, referred to me by Victim Support, ACC, and other agencies.
With 20 years as a counselor, I've supported diverse challenges, guided by empathy, passion, and compassion. Each day reveals new lessons in human resilience and emotional complexity. Every individual's journey has left an indelible mark on me, reinforcing my commitment to meaningful support. I'm grateful for the opportunity to accompany others on their path, driven by a deep belief in the transformative power of connection and understanding.
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I've been practicing in the field of clinical psychology for over 14 years, along with different clinical contexts, I had opportunity to work with mood and anxiety disorders , trauma, complex trauma, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), autism, Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), selective mutism, bullying, suicidal ideation, cycle of domestic violence, addictions, complex grief, adjustment/anxiety related to retirement and immigration, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, attachment-based family interventions. All cases varied in age groups
I've been practicing in the field of clinical psychology for over 14 years, along with different clinical contexts, I had opportunity to work with mood and anxiety disorders , trauma, complex trauma, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), autism, Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), selective mutism, bullying, suicidal ideation, cycle of domestic violence, addictions, complex grief, adjustment/anxiety related to retirement and immigration, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, attachment-based family interventions. All cases varied in age groups
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Domestic Abuse Counsellors
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.