Female Therapists in Wellington
I work with individuals to navigate challenges in their life that could include: low mood, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, prenatal and postnatal wellbeing, women's health, parenting and stress. My practice is non-judgmental, confidential and empathic; supporting you to create goals towards positive change that fits for you. With over 10 years experience as a mental health professional, I can provide a safe space for you to discuss your concerns, and help guide you towards improved wellbeing.
I work with individuals to navigate challenges in their life that could include: low mood, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, prenatal and postnatal wellbeing, women's health, parenting and stress. My practice is non-judgmental, confidential and empathic; supporting you to create goals towards positive change that fits for you. With over 10 years experience as a mental health professional, I can provide a safe space for you to discuss your concerns, and help guide you towards improved wellbeing.
Registered Clinical Psychologist with a kind and perceptive approach. Experienced in working with adults from all walks of life. I offer expert psychological assessment and treatment that is focused on you as a person and based in science. New client queries usually responded to within 7 days. Available in-person Wednesdays and Fridays. Online by arrangement Thursdays. Please note I am not currently taking ACC referrals.
Registered Clinical Psychologist with a kind and perceptive approach. Experienced in working with adults from all walks of life. I offer expert psychological assessment and treatment that is focused on you as a person and based in science. New client queries usually responded to within 7 days. Available in-person Wednesdays and Fridays. Online by arrangement Thursdays. Please note I am not currently taking ACC referrals.
I am a Holistic Counsellor, an Intuitive & a spiritual mentor. My spiritual awareness and my background in the field of health have benefitted my appreciation for both tangible and mystical perceptions when it comes to physical and mental wellbeing. The transformation & sacred journey I will take you on will enable you to reach wellbeing by liberating yourself from traumas, conditioning, and self-limiting beliefs rooted in past experiences that are no longer serving you. I have a nurturing, proactive & empowering approach to help you find freedom within yourself in a supportive and safe environment.
I am a Holistic Counsellor, an Intuitive & a spiritual mentor. My spiritual awareness and my background in the field of health have benefitted my appreciation for both tangible and mystical perceptions when it comes to physical and mental wellbeing. The transformation & sacred journey I will take you on will enable you to reach wellbeing by liberating yourself from traumas, conditioning, and self-limiting beliefs rooted in past experiences that are no longer serving you. I have a nurturing, proactive & empowering approach to help you find freedom within yourself in a supportive and safe environment.
Kia ora, I’m Jade Adams (she/her) and I am an experienced Registered Psychologist working in private practice every Friday in Lower Hutt. I have worked for 6 years in the mental health sector with children, teenagers and their families. I have experience working with a variety of difficulties including anxiety, OCD, panic, PTSD/trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, mood difficulties and low self-esteem. I particularly enjoying working with children, teenagers and their families and young adults (18-25).
Kia ora, I’m Jade Adams (she/her) and I am an experienced Registered Psychologist working in private practice every Friday in Lower Hutt. I have worked for 6 years in the mental health sector with children, teenagers and their families. I have experience working with a variety of difficulties including anxiety, OCD, panic, PTSD/trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, mood difficulties and low self-esteem. I particularly enjoying working with children, teenagers and their families and young adults (18-25).
Therapy is a place to feel known and understood, a place to overcome painful experiences, and explore new ways of being with yourself and others. I am a compassionate, warm and authentic person with 25 yrs experience in the mental health sector. I am trained in the following modalities; Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Addiction Counselling, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Diversity Affirming Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR).
Therapy is a place to feel known and understood, a place to overcome painful experiences, and explore new ways of being with yourself and others. I am a compassionate, warm and authentic person with 25 yrs experience in the mental health sector. I am trained in the following modalities; Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Addiction Counselling, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Diversity Affirming Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR).
People who come to see me are usually experiencing grief, depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety or anger. Some have experienced past abuse and have a history of trauma. We relate much of this to their early relationship experiences. By working through these attachment issues, we learn how to better regulate extreme emotions.
People who come to see me are usually experiencing grief, depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety or anger. Some have experienced past abuse and have a history of trauma. We relate much of this to their early relationship experiences. By working through these attachment issues, we learn how to better regulate extreme emotions.
If grief or loss, have lead you to this page, you may currently find yourself in a state of exhaustion or despair. However painful your emotions, there exists a pathway towards integration and healing. If you are seeking relief from pain of loss, my professional expertise is dedicated to help you process your past and rediscover a sense of wholeness.
If grief or loss, have lead you to this page, you may currently find yourself in a state of exhaustion or despair. However painful your emotions, there exists a pathway towards integration and healing. If you are seeking relief from pain of loss, my professional expertise is dedicated to help you process your past and rediscover a sense of wholeness.
Kia ora! I'm a registered counsellor with a teaching background. I am dedicated to supporting you on your journey to mental and emotional wellbeing. I believe in the power of self-discovery and personal growth. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a strong commitment to your unique needs. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insight, and develop coping strategies to navigate life's challenges.
Kia ora! I'm a registered counsellor with a teaching background. I am dedicated to supporting you on your journey to mental and emotional wellbeing. I believe in the power of self-discovery and personal growth. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a strong commitment to your unique needs. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insight, and develop coping strategies to navigate life's challenges.
At times we can all feel overwhelmed by challenging emotions such as anxiety, sadness, or anger. My work involves helping people to change, grow and heal, allowing them the freedom to live the life they want to live. I am friendly and warm, with a flexible and integrative style to psychological support and believe that it is a privilege to hear people’s stories and work alongside them to make sense of things during difficult times. Change is possible, let me help you to work towards having the freedom to live the life you would like to live.
At times we can all feel overwhelmed by challenging emotions such as anxiety, sadness, or anger. My work involves helping people to change, grow and heal, allowing them the freedom to live the life they want to live. I am friendly and warm, with a flexible and integrative style to psychological support and believe that it is a privilege to hear people’s stories and work alongside them to make sense of things during difficult times. Change is possible, let me help you to work towards having the freedom to live the life you would like to live.
Do you feel like your mind and body are being hijacked by recent or old traumatic events? Do you feel like you lose control of your thoughts and behaviour? Are you being held back from living the life you want? Of being the parent, partner, colleague or leader, you want to be? You are frustrated that you can't shake it off? It's exhausting and affecting your relationships and coping skills. You just want to be free of it and get on with your life. You may also be holding back from getting professional support because you can't bear to talk about it. What if you could resolve this with minimal talking and time?
Do you feel like your mind and body are being hijacked by recent or old traumatic events? Do you feel like you lose control of your thoughts and behaviour? Are you being held back from living the life you want? Of being the parent, partner, colleague or leader, you want to be? You are frustrated that you can't shake it off? It's exhausting and affecting your relationships and coping skills. You just want to be free of it and get on with your life. You may also be holding back from getting professional support because you can't bear to talk about it. What if you could resolve this with minimal talking and time?
Many people reach a point where they need professional help. They may describe themselves as 'stuck' or bewildered or fearful. For many adults seeking therapy, their repetitive behaviour patterns are causing real distress. The issues may centre in their work, their homes or their own fears and worries. When we realise that we may benefit from non judgmental help this is the first step to change for us. Anxiety and low mood frequently develop in response to challenges and worry. I can help you to prioritise, balance your life and respond in a sustainable way to what is making life so hard.
Many people reach a point where they need professional help. They may describe themselves as 'stuck' or bewildered or fearful. For many adults seeking therapy, their repetitive behaviour patterns are causing real distress. The issues may centre in their work, their homes or their own fears and worries. When we realise that we may benefit from non judgmental help this is the first step to change for us. Anxiety and low mood frequently develop in response to challenges and worry. I can help you to prioritise, balance your life and respond in a sustainable way to what is making life so hard.
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Mikayla Mary - Trauma Therapist
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
Upper Hutt 5018 (Online Only)
Kia ora I’m Mikayla, I provide 1:1 counselling online. My philosophy is to provide you with a safe and supportive environment to unpack and uncover emotions, thoughts or experiences in your life and provide you with skills to empower you to support and maintain your wellbeing. I come from a lived experience of working through trauma and mental health challenges, these experiences enhance my practice. I understand how everyone’s journey looks different and my role is to support you to navigate your way forward.
Kia ora I’m Mikayla, I provide 1:1 counselling online. My philosophy is to provide you with a safe and supportive environment to unpack and uncover emotions, thoughts or experiences in your life and provide you with skills to empower you to support and maintain your wellbeing. I come from a lived experience of working through trauma and mental health challenges, these experiences enhance my practice. I understand how everyone’s journey looks different and my role is to support you to navigate your way forward.
Kia ora!"Ngairini was such a pleasure & Godsend in helping my teen sons. She has a lovely manner & is easy to open up to. She is super skilled in techniques to implement in support of her sessions & offers practical advice. I would highly recommend Ngairini." Gemma. "Ngairini is a great counsellor who listens w empathy to understand complex situations. She expertly uses her experiences in life to create an "I've been there too" connection w the children that gives them the understanding & empowerment to navigate the tough times." Fin.P. 'We found the experience useful. You were so welcoming and a great sounding board for Scott' Nik
Kia ora!"Ngairini was such a pleasure & Godsend in helping my teen sons. She has a lovely manner & is easy to open up to. She is super skilled in techniques to implement in support of her sessions & offers practical advice. I would highly recommend Ngairini." Gemma. "Ngairini is a great counsellor who listens w empathy to understand complex situations. She expertly uses her experiences in life to create an "I've been there too" connection w the children that gives them the understanding & empowerment to navigate the tough times." Fin.P. 'We found the experience useful. You were so welcoming and a great sounding board for Scott' Nik
Neha is a warm and empathetic clinical psychologist with a vast range of experience across different settings in both India and New Zealand. Neha has conducted rigorous assessments and provide evidence-based interventions to help my clients across a variety of mental health difficulties. Neha has a keen interest in eating disorders, adjustment and grief reactions, stress induced problems, anxiety and depression. She is also bilingual, speaking both English and Hindi.
Neha is a warm and empathetic clinical psychologist with a vast range of experience across different settings in both India and New Zealand. Neha has conducted rigorous assessments and provide evidence-based interventions to help my clients across a variety of mental health difficulties. Neha has a keen interest in eating disorders, adjustment and grief reactions, stress induced problems, anxiety and depression. She is also bilingual, speaking both English and Hindi.
I have experience working with people who are on their healing journey from childhood harm, adult sexual assault and domestic violence. I support people to through a non-judgmental and trauma-informed approach. I will support you to understand what has happened, and plan a life forward that can be full of purpose. I also supervise clinicians in their practice. As a Community Psychologist, I take a ecological approach, meaning we look at more than just the individual. I also work with clinicians who are having difficulties in their current work related to their own history of trauma.
I have experience working with people who are on their healing journey from childhood harm, adult sexual assault and domestic violence. I support people to through a non-judgmental and trauma-informed approach. I will support you to understand what has happened, and plan a life forward that can be full of purpose. I also supervise clinicians in their practice. As a Community Psychologist, I take a ecological approach, meaning we look at more than just the individual. I also work with clinicians who are having difficulties in their current work related to their own history of trauma.
I provide psychotherapy for people having difficulties in relationships, feeling hurt, confused or overwhelmed by circumstances or life events, having a sense of lack or something missing, wanting more from life or curious to understand yourself more fully.
I provide psychotherapy for people having difficulties in relationships, feeling hurt, confused or overwhelmed by circumstances or life events, having a sense of lack or something missing, wanting more from life or curious to understand yourself more fully.
Kia ora and welcome to this corner of the internet where all parts of you are welcome! Life can be messy and I have a tonne of compassion for all the funky and painful emotions that are a part of our human experience. I offer trauma-sensitive therapy informed by IFS and Polyvagal Theory and tailored to your unique needs. I also draw from Māori approaches and art therapy tools.
Kia ora and welcome to this corner of the internet where all parts of you are welcome! Life can be messy and I have a tonne of compassion for all the funky and painful emotions that are a part of our human experience. I offer trauma-sensitive therapy informed by IFS and Polyvagal Theory and tailored to your unique needs. I also draw from Māori approaches and art therapy tools.
Every journey is different and unique. My therapy sessions are non-judgemental, safe, and sensitive to past trauma. Whether you have experienced loss, feel anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or stressed; I am here for you.
Every journey is different and unique. My therapy sessions are non-judgemental, safe, and sensitive to past trauma. Whether you have experienced loss, feel anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or stressed; I am here for you.
My experience with people in a range of settings such as schools, youth groups, hospital, hospice, prisons and non-governmental organisations has helped me bring acceptance, understanding, compassion & a non-judgmental approach to my practice. Clients tell me they appreciate my informal approach. People are at ease with me, nothing shocks me, you won’t be judged. I want you to leave counselling feeling enabled and empowered to believe in yourself and achieve your goals. You will get a better understanding of yourself and your situation, unpick complex issues, gain coping skills and practical strategies to manage your life better.
My experience with people in a range of settings such as schools, youth groups, hospital, hospice, prisons and non-governmental organisations has helped me bring acceptance, understanding, compassion & a non-judgmental approach to my practice. Clients tell me they appreciate my informal approach. People are at ease with me, nothing shocks me, you won’t be judged. I want you to leave counselling feeling enabled and empowered to believe in yourself and achieve your goals. You will get a better understanding of yourself and your situation, unpick complex issues, gain coping skills and practical strategies to manage your life better.
Kia ora, I offer therapy to help you to overcome difficult experiences in the past to help you towards a better future? I have experience in supporting people who are experiencing stress related to their childhood, or current specific events. There is no better time to start working towards change in your life.
Kia ora, I offer therapy to help you to overcome difficult experiences in the past to help you towards a better future? I have experience in supporting people who are experiencing stress related to their childhood, or current specific events. There is no better time to start working towards change in your life.
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Female Counsellors
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.