Online Counselling for Taranaki

Photo of Dr. Robert Shaw, PhD, PBANZ, Psychotherapist
Dr. Robert Shaw
Psychotherapist, PhD, PBANZ
Verified Verified
Please feel free to contact me to discuss your situation. I will listen to you and seek to understand you. Together we will find a way ahead for you. Some people need a little help to find their way, others want to undertake therapy. I make no assumptions about you or your needs.
Please feel free to contact me to discuss your situation. I will listen to you and seek to understand you. Together we will find a way ahead for you. Some people need a little help to find their way, others want to undertake therapy. I make no assumptions about you or your needs.
0800 627 050 x98 View 0800 627 050 x98
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Jessica Edelbaum
MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
How incredible you've made the first step and are on this website looking for the person to journey to the next level. Relationship is everywhere...it's what makes the world go round or halts your world. We are in and out of connection with ourselves, our partners/whānau, and environment. I believe we are doing the best we can with the skillset and information we have. Though sometimes our best doesn't seem like its enough or produce the results we desire. Often making changes in life is about getting new tools, adjusting our lens of the world, and adapting our beliefs and behaviors to feel safe to reconnect with possibilities.
How incredible you've made the first step and are on this website looking for the person to journey to the next level. Relationship is everywhere...it's what makes the world go round or halts your world. We are in and out of connection with ourselves, our partners/whānau, and environment. I believe we are doing the best we can with the skillset and information we have. Though sometimes our best doesn't seem like its enough or produce the results we desire. Often making changes in life is about getting new tools, adjusting our lens of the world, and adapting our beliefs and behaviors to feel safe to reconnect with possibilities.
0800 627 024 x77 View 0800 627 024 x77
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Jade Biason
Psychologist, NZPsS Member
Verified Verified
Kia Ora! I am a Registered Psychologist providing psychological therapy in-person in New Plymouth and online (NZ & AUS wide). Find out more: www.jade-psychology.com
Kia Ora! I am a Registered Psychologist providing psychological therapy in-person in New Plymouth and online (NZ & AUS wide). Find out more: www.jade-psychology.com
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Photo of April McGowan, MCouns, NZAC - Provisional, Counsellor
April McGowan
Counsellor, MCouns, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
I work with people from all different walks of life supporting them through a range of different issues these include but are not limited to grief anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation, anger management and addiction.
I work with people from all different walks of life supporting them through a range of different issues these include but are not limited to grief anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation, anger management and addiction.
0800 468 212 x19 View 0800 468 212 x19
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Suzy Adair
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
I work across many areas of mental health, such as supporting those with ADHD, BPD, dissociation, trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression, as well as people experiencing significant changes and transitions in life, such as separation, blended family dynamics and grief.
I work across many areas of mental health, such as supporting those with ADHD, BPD, dissociation, trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression, as well as people experiencing significant changes and transitions in life, such as separation, blended family dynamics and grief.
0800 468 212 x84 View 0800 468 212 x84
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Tosca Lammerts van Bueren
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Maybe you experienced stress or trauma in your life; or you face mental health issues and would like to work through the symptoms in a compassionate environment. Maybe you are in a period of transition in your life, or simply seek counselling for self-discovery and self-improvement. Maybe you are seeking support for your family with child/adolescent issues or relationship challenges. I can offer counselling support to help reflect on feelings, past and present, and issues to find insight and help, to process some difficult emotions.
Maybe you experienced stress or trauma in your life; or you face mental health issues and would like to work through the symptoms in a compassionate environment. Maybe you are in a period of transition in your life, or simply seek counselling for self-discovery and self-improvement. Maybe you are seeking support for your family with child/adolescent issues or relationship challenges. I can offer counselling support to help reflect on feelings, past and present, and issues to find insight and help, to process some difficult emotions.
0800 627 024 x48 View 0800 627 024 x48
Photo of Gwendoline Lindsey-Earley - Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy New Zealand , MSc, MNZCCA, Psychotherapist
Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy New Zealand
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNZCCA
Verified Verified
New Plymouth 4310  (Online Only)
Many patients who find me, have been through (and disappointed by) previous counselling or therapy. They are usually relieved to finally discover a clinician with the knowledge base & qualifications that I hold. Black & Indigenous patients have sometimes had poor experiences elsewhere. Clients who many clinicians refuse to treat, e.g., those currently on the non-offending spectrum of sex offender. Just 1 of many areas of expertise that makes me a rare, specialist psychotherapist. I'm a psychoanalytic psychotherapist-again extremely rare to find us digitally native-my practice, entirely online. I am NOT a Covid minimiser, again rare.
Many patients who find me, have been through (and disappointed by) previous counselling or therapy. They are usually relieved to finally discover a clinician with the knowledge base & qualifications that I hold. Black & Indigenous patients have sometimes had poor experiences elsewhere. Clients who many clinicians refuse to treat, e.g., those currently on the non-offending spectrum of sex offender. Just 1 of many areas of expertise that makes me a rare, specialist psychotherapist. I'm a psychoanalytic psychotherapist-again extremely rare to find us digitally native-my practice, entirely online. I am NOT a Covid minimiser, again rare.
021 123 567 View 021 123 567
Photo of Mark Lindsey Earley - Retr-ACT! Retroactive Jealousy Support
We provide online consultations for anyone distressed and obsessed by their partner's sexual and/or romantic past (Retroactive Jealousy). We also specialize in work with sex addiction, HSB and MAP issues.
We provide online consultations for anyone distressed and obsessed by their partner's sexual and/or romantic past (Retroactive Jealousy). We also specialize in work with sex addiction, HSB and MAP issues.
0800 627 003 x63 View 0800 627 003 x63
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Hamada Eleleimy
Verified Verified
By coming this far, you've already demonstrated a strong desire to make a change and take steps forward towards your goals. These goals could be your journey of self acceptance and confidence, your relationship with you family members, your relationship with your significant other or spouse, your parenting skills/style, your daily habits or even escaping the grip or a powerful addiction. I (Hamada Eleleimy) will coach you to identify your goals clearly and support your effort to achieve them.
By coming this far, you've already demonstrated a strong desire to make a change and take steps forward towards your goals. These goals could be your journey of self acceptance and confidence, your relationship with you family members, your relationship with your significant other or spouse, your parenting skills/style, your daily habits or even escaping the grip or a powerful addiction. I (Hamada Eleleimy) will coach you to identify your goals clearly and support your effort to achieve them.
0800 627 024 x19 View 0800 627 024 x19
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Travis Joshua Strickland
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I assist clients to create the reality they want while reconnecting with their joy, vitality, and presence. Most of the clients I currently see deal with substance use, depression, anxiety, and/or relationship issues. I am generally skills oriented and promote the use of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness through DBT and ACT. I enjoy helping clients feel safe, creative, and responsive to their external environment through becoming more internally resilient and stable.
I assist clients to create the reality they want while reconnecting with their joy, vitality, and presence. Most of the clients I currently see deal with substance use, depression, anxiety, and/or relationship issues. I am generally skills oriented and promote the use of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness through DBT and ACT. I enjoy helping clients feel safe, creative, and responsive to their external environment through becoming more internally resilient and stable.
0800 468 212 x75 View 0800 468 212 x75
Susan Lee Lobb
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
My name is Susan, and I am a qualified registered Counsellor working in the Taranaki area. My goal is to offer a safe and caring place for my clients to feel heard and understood. I work with all age groups and use different modalities, aiming to suit the client in front of me. I like to work within a positive framework and look at building resilience and helping clients find the authentic version of themselves. My aim is to listen and assist with the healing of my client. You are your own expert and I want to work with what you know and feel, to achieve a different, more positive outcome.
My name is Susan, and I am a qualified registered Counsellor working in the Taranaki area. My goal is to offer a safe and caring place for my clients to feel heard and understood. I work with all age groups and use different modalities, aiming to suit the client in front of me. I like to work within a positive framework and look at building resilience and helping clients find the authentic version of themselves. My aim is to listen and assist with the healing of my client. You are your own expert and I want to work with what you know and feel, to achieve a different, more positive outcome.
0800 447 264 x80 View 0800 447 264 x80
Photo of David Sander, MCouns, MNZAC, Counsellor
David Sander
Counsellor, MCouns, MNZAC
Verified Verified
As an affirmative and compassionate mental health counsellor and supervisor I am committed to empowering individuals in navigating life's challenges. Believing in the transformative power of counselling interventions, I strive to provide direction, support, and foster well-being. I recognise the profound impact even small interventions can have, I am passionate about facilitating positive, lasting change in the lives of my clients. My areas of passion in counselling are supporting our vibrant and diverse Rainbow communities, and working with those who are deconstructing and reconstructing their spiritual selves.
As an affirmative and compassionate mental health counsellor and supervisor I am committed to empowering individuals in navigating life's challenges. Believing in the transformative power of counselling interventions, I strive to provide direction, support, and foster well-being. I recognise the profound impact even small interventions can have, I am passionate about facilitating positive, lasting change in the lives of my clients. My areas of passion in counselling are supporting our vibrant and diverse Rainbow communities, and working with those who are deconstructing and reconstructing their spiritual selves.
0800 627 004 x97 View 0800 627 004 x97
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Helen Joy Flitcroft
Verified Verified
My clients are often driven entrepreneurs who appear to 'have it all together' externally yet internally they are struggling with negative emotions, conflicted thoughts and/or relationship difficulties. This is impacting the quality of their decision making and effectiveness as a leader while also contributing towards a general dissatisfaction in life. Although I love working with businesspeople, I welcome all enquiries from anyone who has a genuine desire to improve the quality of their life.
My clients are often driven entrepreneurs who appear to 'have it all together' externally yet internally they are struggling with negative emotions, conflicted thoughts and/or relationship difficulties. This is impacting the quality of their decision making and effectiveness as a leader while also contributing towards a general dissatisfaction in life. Although I love working with businesspeople, I welcome all enquiries from anyone who has a genuine desire to improve the quality of their life.
0800 627 004 x86 View 0800 627 004 x86
Photo of Sarah Jones - Compassionate Psychology , MA, NZPsS Member, Psychologist
Compassionate Psychology
Psychologist, MA, NZPsS Member
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
It brings me joy to support people to be the best version of themselves. I believe we are all capable of growing and developing at any stage of life and it can be tremendously beneficial to talk with a trained professional when navigating significant life changes. It would be my pleasure to walk with you through these difficult times and help you live your best life. Compassionate Psychology believes it is important for people to feel they always have choices and are provided with informed consent before engaging with services.
It brings me joy to support people to be the best version of themselves. I believe we are all capable of growing and developing at any stage of life and it can be tremendously beneficial to talk with a trained professional when navigating significant life changes. It would be my pleasure to walk with you through these difficult times and help you live your best life. Compassionate Psychology believes it is important for people to feel they always have choices and are provided with informed consent before engaging with services.
0800 627 050 x25 View 0800 627 050 x25
HWT Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MNZAC
Verified Verified
0800 627 050 x86 View 0800 627 050 x86
Dr. Peter Bray
Counsellor, PhD, MNZAC
Verified Verified
0800 627 024 x28 View 0800 627 024 x28

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Online Counsellors

Is online therapy as effective as in-person?

Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?

One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialised therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.

Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?

Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.

Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?

The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.



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