Therapists in Waikato
![Photo of Vicky Finlayson, MNZAC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/05e6e7ff-d800-44b5-91ad-b687d1f6aa96/2/320x400.jpeg)
Offering Professional Supervision and Counselling. As a Professional Supervisor I have a passion for supporting professionals to prevent burn out and overloading.
Offering Professional Supervision and Counselling. As a Professional Supervisor I have a passion for supporting professionals to prevent burn out and overloading.
![Photo of Paula Moneypenny - Paula Moneypenny Counsellor, MCouns, MNZAC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/66d99c09-3b37-4681-9d2d-847729f93a9e/1/320x400.jpeg)
I work with children, young people, adults, and groups to support them to stand up to problems and develop preferred ways of being. I work with clients to identify, reflect upon, and achieve the hopes and goals that are important to them in their life and relationships. I provide professional supervision to practitioners in the fields of health and social practice (including counselling, occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, and human services etc). I believe that a collaborative, safe and respectful therapeutic relationship enhances emotion regulation and promotes self-awareness and resilience.
I work with children, young people, adults, and groups to support them to stand up to problems and develop preferred ways of being. I work with clients to identify, reflect upon, and achieve the hopes and goals that are important to them in their life and relationships. I provide professional supervision to practitioners in the fields of health and social practice (including counselling, occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, and human services etc). I believe that a collaborative, safe and respectful therapeutic relationship enhances emotion regulation and promotes self-awareness and resilience.
![Photo of Isobel Sandra Suter, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/12496ca7-ea4b-4e00-87c6-78d303f6b9ae/3/320x400.jpeg)
I work with clients to help them clarify and resolve the issues they want to focus on. I consider it important to be able to work with clients in a way that they perceive as helpful and bring in a variety of methods. I have a particular interest in how the body holds trauma from past events such as sexual abuse, violence, lack of early safe attachment and other traumatic events and how this can be released and new memories created. I work in a holistic way and can help clients explore ways to help with anxiety and depression such as mindfulness, breathwork, meditation and yoga.
I work with clients to help them clarify and resolve the issues they want to focus on. I consider it important to be able to work with clients in a way that they perceive as helpful and bring in a variety of methods. I have a particular interest in how the body holds trauma from past events such as sexual abuse, violence, lack of early safe attachment and other traumatic events and how this can be released and new memories created. I work in a holistic way and can help clients explore ways to help with anxiety and depression such as mindfulness, breathwork, meditation and yoga.
![Photo of Amanda Ueckermann, MA, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b1dc7b93-6ece-488b-a377-703eea125037/2/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Amanda Ueckermann and I am a registered Counselling Psychologist with the New Zealand Board of Psychologists. My aim is to help clients to address the difficulties and challenges in their lives by providing a safe and confidential context to work from.
My name is Amanda Ueckermann and I am a registered Counselling Psychologist with the New Zealand Board of Psychologists. My aim is to help clients to address the difficulties and challenges in their lives by providing a safe and confidential context to work from.
![Photo of Rachel Almeida, NZAC - Provisional, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cbb9f90d-195f-4718-84e5-345a6d5da354/1/320x400.jpeg)
Rachel Almeida
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton 3206 (Online Only)
Kia Ora! I'm Rachel a registered counsellor specialising in working with young people. I have worked in numerous roles with my most recent one being a counsellor in schools . My approach to counselling is to empower young people to see the strengths that lie within them and walk alongside them on their journey to be the best versions of themselves .
Kia Ora! I'm Rachel a registered counsellor specialising in working with young people. I have worked in numerous roles with my most recent one being a counsellor in schools . My approach to counselling is to empower young people to see the strengths that lie within them and walk alongside them on their journey to be the best versions of themselves .
![Photo of Miriam Wood, MSc, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/349676da-2f48-4d4f-abb1-8d7374cd5a30/1/320x400.jpeg)
Stress, worry, burn-out, low mood, health challenges, sleep problems and grief can all impact on how we live and enjoy our lives. I'm Miriam, a health psychologist with well over a decade of clinical experience. I get to know my clients, their struggles and their strengths and work with them to help improve their well-being. I bring kindness and humour to my sessions (and the occasional F-bomb if that works for my clients!). I love using and sharing psychology strategies with my clients. I am based in Cambridge in the Waikato; I can see people in person or via Zoom.
Stress, worry, burn-out, low mood, health challenges, sleep problems and grief can all impact on how we live and enjoy our lives. I'm Miriam, a health psychologist with well over a decade of clinical experience. I get to know my clients, their struggles and their strengths and work with them to help improve their well-being. I bring kindness and humour to my sessions (and the occasional F-bomb if that works for my clients!). I love using and sharing psychology strategies with my clients. I am based in Cambridge in the Waikato; I can see people in person or via Zoom.
![Photo of Andrew Hopkins, MNZAC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4f7f1591-efab-4d9b-87c4-c4cd096bd712/1/320x400.jpeg)
Your mental health can suffer for many different reasons at different stages in your life. If you are having a hard time please don't hesitate to contact me. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, stress, work concerns, self-esteem/concept, identity, grief, decision-making, understanding yourself (self-awareness ) and others, or support to achieve goals and personal growth as well as relationships & family concerns.
Your mental health can suffer for many different reasons at different stages in your life. If you are having a hard time please don't hesitate to contact me. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, stress, work concerns, self-esteem/concept, identity, grief, decision-making, understanding yourself (self-awareness ) and others, or support to achieve goals and personal growth as well as relationships & family concerns.
![Photo of Stephanie Barnett, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b4fb0cb2-8840-4b4d-8904-ea083a97597d/1/320x400.png)
Stephanie is a New Zealand Registered Clinical Psychologist. She has a strong empathetic approach and enjoys listening to others and absorbing their stories of how they uniquely experience life. Stephanie respects people for where they are at, whether that be going through a difficult time and/or dealing with other life hurdles, acknowledging each individuals as the expert of their own lives. Stephanie has also completed a Master’s thesis in the field of mindfulness and self-compassion – specifically mindful eating. This has led to her personal interest in the influence of food intake on our mood.
Stephanie is a New Zealand Registered Clinical Psychologist. She has a strong empathetic approach and enjoys listening to others and absorbing their stories of how they uniquely experience life. Stephanie respects people for where they are at, whether that be going through a difficult time and/or dealing with other life hurdles, acknowledging each individuals as the expert of their own lives. Stephanie has also completed a Master’s thesis in the field of mindfulness and self-compassion – specifically mindful eating. This has led to her personal interest in the influence of food intake on our mood.
![Photo of Dr. Adrienna Ember - Clinical Psychologist, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/35318929-456f-498b-aac0-6554c40a1bd3/1/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome! You've made the courageous decision to address the challenges in your life. If you prefer a solution focused, accelerated therapy, I might be the right therapist for you: As a clinical psychologist, personal development strategist (life coach) & EMDR therapist, I'm committed to supporting you towards leading a more fulfilling life, in harmony with your values and aspirations. I'm also a supervisor for a wide range of professionals. My interdisciplinary & multicultural background strengthened my passion to work with people of various cultures, spiritualities, and sexual orientations. I also speak Hungarian and German.
Welcome! You've made the courageous decision to address the challenges in your life. If you prefer a solution focused, accelerated therapy, I might be the right therapist for you: As a clinical psychologist, personal development strategist (life coach) & EMDR therapist, I'm committed to supporting you towards leading a more fulfilling life, in harmony with your values and aspirations. I'm also a supervisor for a wide range of professionals. My interdisciplinary & multicultural background strengthened my passion to work with people of various cultures, spiritualities, and sexual orientations. I also speak Hungarian and German.
![Photo of Esmae McKenzie-Norton, MPsych, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/503020fb-529f-4970-ae6d-72e637f51f3e/1/320x400.jpeg)
There is nothing clients can surprise me with, so if you're looking for a safe space to talk with someone, you can be assured of a non-judgemental, confidential, and safe space with me. I have been a registered psychologist since 2011 and I am passionate about supporting people to be the best version of themselves at home and in the workplace. I work with people experiencing burnout and workplace conflict, those keen to enhance their relationships, people seeking to process and manage anxiety and trauma, people wanting leadership coaching, and other psychologists looking for supervision.
There is nothing clients can surprise me with, so if you're looking for a safe space to talk with someone, you can be assured of a non-judgemental, confidential, and safe space with me. I have been a registered psychologist since 2011 and I am passionate about supporting people to be the best version of themselves at home and in the workplace. I work with people experiencing burnout and workplace conflict, those keen to enhance their relationships, people seeking to process and manage anxiety and trauma, people wanting leadership coaching, and other psychologists looking for supervision.
![Photo of Rachel Rachmani, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/937fdba8-c36b-4862-af29-1f01085cef9f/1/320x400.jpeg)
I'm Rachel, an Educational and Developmental Psychologist with specialist knowledge and experience in the perinatal period. I enjoy working with women and birthing people to help them navigate the challenges of this period from conception through to about 2 years postpartum. These may include, but are not limited to, baby loss and subsequent pregnancies, birth injuries and trauma, pre and postnatal emotional distress, parent/infant attachment issues, and cry/fuss, feeding and sleep issues.
I'm Rachel, an Educational and Developmental Psychologist with specialist knowledge and experience in the perinatal period. I enjoy working with women and birthing people to help them navigate the challenges of this period from conception through to about 2 years postpartum. These may include, but are not limited to, baby loss and subsequent pregnancies, birth injuries and trauma, pre and postnatal emotional distress, parent/infant attachment issues, and cry/fuss, feeding and sleep issues.
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![Photo of Cushla Griffin, MA, NZPsS Member, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/42ed28c5-73b7-44dd-9fd0-de0f7b8af60c/1/320x400.jpeg)
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Counsellor, MA, AThR
Verified Verified
Hamilton 3204 (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!
![Photo of Joanne Ostler](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/05e043f5-e12f-4218-b228-ac138c46079d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Joanne works with clients facing change, complexity, stress and challenges in their careers and lives. Some have realised that what’s got them to where they are is no longer enough for their next step or to handle the challenges they face. Human brains are no work with professionals and leaders facing change, complexity, stress and challenges in their careers and lives. Some have realised that what’s got them to where they are is no longer enough for their next step or to handle the challenges they face. Human brains are not designed to work everything out on our own.
Joanne works with clients facing change, complexity, stress and challenges in their careers and lives. Some have realised that what’s got them to where they are is no longer enough for their next step or to handle the challenges they face. Human brains are no work with professionals and leaders facing change, complexity, stress and challenges in their careers and lives. Some have realised that what’s got them to where they are is no longer enough for their next step or to handle the challenges they face. Human brains are not designed to work everything out on our own.
![Photo of Bridget Jelley, MA, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/145b2688-1693-47d3-947d-6948fb4e82cb/3/320x400.jpeg)
I work with professionals in the workplace who are looking for support in the areas of: stress, burnout, mental health, wellbeing performance and leadership. My clients are typically looking for a coaching psychologist to collaborate with to achieve their professional and personal goals.
I work with professionals in the workplace who are looking for support in the areas of: stress, burnout, mental health, wellbeing performance and leadership. My clients are typically looking for a coaching psychologist to collaborate with to achieve their professional and personal goals.
![Photo of Lilian Teresa Jennings, MNZCCA, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/72a7984f-535e-40c3-9e1e-0d59a4c71fa4/4/320x400.jpeg)
I love working with families and individuals are experiencing difficulties in life. People who are searching for meaning to life and wanting to achieve their full potential in life. Individuals searching for answers or questions in regard to Grief and Loss, Spiritually and Christianity, Spiritual abuse are welcome.
I love working with families and individuals are experiencing difficulties in life. People who are searching for meaning to life and wanting to achieve their full potential in life. Individuals searching for answers or questions in regard to Grief and Loss, Spiritually and Christianity, Spiritual abuse are welcome.
![Photo of Clare Baker, MNZAC, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a9cafc78-8cb7-41d7-968c-ccb8d500975a/1/320x400.jpeg)
I worked as a mental health counselor for 5 years and am now in private practice. I work only with women and the majority of my work these days is ACC sensitive claims counseling with women who have experienced sexual abuse/assault. My professional focus is trauma education and recovery. I offer 50 minute sessions via Zoom I'm listed with Winz as a counseling supplier if you need funding for sessions.
I worked as a mental health counselor for 5 years and am now in private practice. I work only with women and the majority of my work these days is ACC sensitive claims counseling with women who have experienced sexual abuse/assault. My professional focus is trauma education and recovery. I offer 50 minute sessions via Zoom I'm listed with Winz as a counseling supplier if you need funding for sessions.
![Photo of Nicola Gardner, PsychD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1343d3d7-5ca5-4593-b41b-6612d74e7177/1/320x400.jpeg)
Support, strategies and solutions for Adults, Adolescents (16+) and Couples. Evidenced based strategies developed with you. Special interest in building strong and healthy relationships, building self esteem, trauma, depression and anxiety, exploring new perspectives and strengthening coping skills.
Support, strategies and solutions for Adults, Adolescents (16+) and Couples. Evidenced based strategies developed with you. Special interest in building strong and healthy relationships, building self esteem, trauma, depression and anxiety, exploring new perspectives and strengthening coping skills.
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Verified Verified
Hamilton 3204
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with clients who have challenges in their lives, are open to new approaches to managing those, and are motivated to work towards achieving change. Clients don't need to have all the answers but it is important that they are motivated to work together with me to find solutions. I enjoy working with clients who are open to exploring patterns in their thinking and behaviour, and who value the process of self growth. I particularly enjoy working with professionals and people who are able to attain achievements in their lives, but notice unhelpful life patterns which interfere with their goals or values.
I enjoy working with clients who have challenges in their lives, are open to new approaches to managing those, and are motivated to work towards achieving change. Clients don't need to have all the answers but it is important that they are motivated to work together with me to find solutions. I enjoy working with clients who are open to exploring patterns in their thinking and behaviour, and who value the process of self growth. I particularly enjoy working with professionals and people who are able to attain achievements in their lives, but notice unhelpful life patterns which interfere with their goals or values.
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We all have things we struggle with. It is called being human. Sometimes our struggles affect our functioning, or maybe we just want life to feel a bit better than it currently does. Helping to make sense of small difficulties or massive challenges can be made easier with someone on your team to help.
We all have things we struggle with. It is called being human. Sometimes our struggles affect our functioning, or maybe we just want life to feel a bit better than it currently does. Helping to make sense of small difficulties or massive challenges can be made easier with someone on your team to help.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Average cost per session
$160
Counsellors in Waikato who prioritize treating:
87% | Anxiety |
76% | Depression |
74% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Stress |
70% | Self Esteem |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
60% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
88% | Southern Cross |
50% | Sovereign Health |
38% | AIA |
How Counsellors in Waikato see their clients
61% | In Person and Online | |
39% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Waikato?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
Learn more about how to find a therapist
Learn more about how to find a therapist
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Psychologists listed in the directory are registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board under the Health Practitioners Competency Assurance Act 2003 (HPCA Act). To be listed in the directory, psychotherapists must be registered through the Psychotherapists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand. Counsellors listed in the directory should have a minimum training of NZQF 6 or higher, and many are registered with a professional body, such as the New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for counsellors in New Zealand, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for counsellors in New Zealand, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Psychologists, counsellors, and psychotherapists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in New Zealand.
Psychologists possess a minimum of a master's degree in Psychology and are registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board. Psychotherapists typically hold the equivalent of a Master's or Doctorate Degree in Psychotherapy, depending on their programme of study. Many psychotherapists have themselves undergone psychotherapy as part of their training. In order to be a member of NZAC, Counsellors must have a bachelor's or master's degree in Counselling and complete ongoing professional development and education.
Psychologists possess a minimum of a master's degree in Psychology and are registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board. Psychotherapists typically hold the equivalent of a Master's or Doctorate Degree in Psychotherapy, depending on their programme of study. Many psychotherapists have themselves undergone psychotherapy as part of their training. In order to be a member of NZAC, Counsellors must have a bachelor's or master's degree in Counselling and complete ongoing professional development and education.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in New Zealand could be between $100 and $200. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. To access these services you will need to be assessed and referred by your GP or family doctor. However, you will have limited choice regarding the specialist and the length of treatment that will be assigned to you. In addition, Community Mental Health and Addiction services are also available through your local District Health Board (DHB).
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. To access these services you will need to be assessed and referred by your GP or family doctor. However, you will have limited choice regarding the specialist and the length of treatment that will be assigned to you. In addition, Community Mental Health and Addiction services are also available through your local District Health Board (DHB).
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Professionals registered with the Boards and/or who are members of professional organisations are obligated to uphold client confidentiality unless there is a legal reason that requires them to disclose information. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others, or a court order, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.