My experience as a counsellor speaks to the belief I hold in supporting an individual’s right to be who they are and to live in a way that supports their worldview.  It is only through relationships created within a confidential and safe environment, that honest conversation begins to unravel layers of a life lived from both a positive and/or negative perspective.  My strengths in counselling include creating a safe relaxed environment and building effective relationships.

Adults

In my practice working with trauma and abuse at Family Action in Auckland I worked in the Sexual Abuse and Domestic Violence teams. This work taught me that for many, life was not fair. I met people who grew to understand they were more than their circumstances as they unravel layers of hurt to discover change and freedom.

Youth

My early practice as a guidance counsellor in a large well known secondary school in Auckland allowed me to understand the pressures surrounding our young people. I believe that it is at this point, identities are under construction and as such, investment in and discovery of self-support youth as they journey toward their future.

Grief and Loss

My journey continued towards working with people and families experiencing grief and loss, nearing the end of life. This is where life teaches us how to swim in the deep end of the pool. I have learned that life is sacred and grief is hard. For those who have experienced loss, to learn how to live again and discover a new identity is a forced position that is gently unraveled.

Couples

Here I learned that when “the experts talk about communication being the key to a great relationship” they are right. It takes the assumption out of the equation, therefore, lessens the risk of miscommunication.  I have also learned that the way we are in the world is influenced by our role models. This modeling has a direct effect on our relationships and can be troubling. There is hope. It is through the exploration of past experiences, couples can gain insight into why they do what they do. they can then work through the layers for change.

Fees

Counselling sessions are 60 minutes in duration. Fees are charged on a per session basis and are payable at the consultation or by prior arrangement.

Students	$80
Adults and couples	$100