“Healing takes time, and asking for help is a courageous step”
Mariska Hargitay
What I do…
I am a trained Social Worker and Counsellor with over 11 years experience working in the fields of Mental Health and Addiction.
I am also an ACC Approved Treatment Provider and can provide therapy, counselling and social work for Sensitive Claims alongside services for the following:
Depression
Anxiety and Phobias
Trauma and Abuse
Relationships
Grief and Loss
Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Life Changes
Communication
Self Development
For services not funded by ACC, fees are based on a sliding scale and range from $80.00 to $120.00 depending on the nature of the services required. Assistance with fees may be obtainable.
My journey…
Following the completion my Bachelor of Social Work in 2009 I spent 4 years working in the realm of Alcohol and Drug addictions initially at the Salvation Army Bridge Programme, and subsequently at the Christchurch Methadone Programme. I then moved to the Adult Community Psychiatric Service in 2013. These roles were preceded by two years of voluntary work for Lifeline telephone counselling.
I am a registered Social Worker (5144) and a member of the ANZASW and therefore practice within that organisation’s codes of ethics
My knowledge base…
Batchelor of Social Work 2006-2009
Acceptance and Committment Therapy Workshop 2020
Skills Training in Dialectic Behaviour Therapy 2019
Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Otago University 2019
Compassionate Mind Training Group Facilitation 2016-2019
Communication Skills in Clinical Practice with Tangata Whai Ora 2019
Theories of Substance use Misuse and Addiction and Interventions for Alcohol and Drug Problems Wellington Institute of Technology 2010
Non Violent Communication, Professionally facilitated private group 2008-2013
What I offer…
A professional, client centred, goal oriented approach to counselling and social work that establishes an appropriate and purposeful working relationship. I promise a safe, caring and supportive environment and that you, and your concerns, will be regarded in a respectful and confidential manner.