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I pride myself on my adaptability and commitment to excellence in every aspect of my service. Explore what I have to offer and how I can contribute to your success.

Frequently asked questions

My work has developed from a long-term commitment to supporting people with care, integrity, and respect. Through many years working alongside individuals, families, and professionals, I’ve learned the value of offering thoughtful, personalised support that reflects each person’s situation and needs. I work carefully and ethically, with attention to relationship, safety, and quality in everything I do.

What can counselling help with?

Counselling can help if you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling to make sense of what you’ve been through. I commonly support people experiencing trauma, anxiety, stress, grief and loss, family or relationship difficulties, and the impacts of violence or harm.

Who do you work with?

I work with children, young people, adults, and whānau. I support people who are experiencing trauma, anxiety, grief, family harm, relationship difficulties, and emotional distress, as well as professionals seeking clinical or reflective supervision.

What issues can counselling help with?

Counselling can support you if you are experiencing:

  • Trauma or PTSD

  • Anxiety, stress, or emotional overwhelm

  • Grief, loss, or major life transitions

  • Domestic or family violence

  • Relationship or well-being concerns

I offer both short-term and longer-term counselling, tailored to your needs and paced to support sustainable change.

Do you provide ACC Sensitive Claims counselling?

Yes. I am an ACC-registered Sensitive Claims provider, offering trauma-informed counselling for survivors of sexual harm. Sessions are gently paced and focus on safety, stabilisation, emotional regulation, and healing.

Do you work with Victim Support clients?

Yes. As a Victim Support counsellor, I provide support to people impacted by crime, violence, family harm, sudden loss, and other distressing or traumatic events. My work focuses on helping people regain stability, confidence, and understanding following trauma.

What is your approach to counselling?

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My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and relationship-focused. I work holistically and in a strengths-based way, prioritising trust, safety, and authentic human connection. We work at a pace that feels manageable for you, with a strong emphasis on stabilisation and resilience.

Do you offer clinical supervision?

Yes. I provide professional and clinical supervision for social workers, educators, youth practitioners, and professionals working in high-pressure, trauma-exposed roles. Supervision is reflective, strengths-based, culturally informed, and focused on wellbeing, ethical practice, and professional confidence.

What experience do you bring to your work?

 

I have over 30 years of experience as a clinical social worker, counsellor, supervisor, and social work educator in both the UK and Aotearoa New Zealand; I remain actively engaged in research and publication.

 What to Expect in Your First Session

Your first session is a chance to get to know each other and talk about what’s brought you to counselling.

We will:

Go at a pace that feels safe for you

Talk about what support you’re looking for

Discuss confidentiality and boundaries

Begin identifying what will help you feel more stable and supported

You do not need to prepare anything or share more than you’re comfortable with. The focus is on helping you feel heard and safe.

Where support begins