Questions are welcome

Psychotherapy is a space where we can slow things down and explore what’s going on for you, both internally and in your life.
It’s a collaborative process. We might look at patterns in your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and past experiences, helping you make sense of them in a way that feels meaningful and grounded. Over time, this can support greater clarity, choice, and change.

Transactional Analysis (TA) is one of the approaches that informs my work. In simple terms, it helps us understand how we relate to ourselves and others, including patterns that may have formed earlier in life and still show up now. We use it gently and practically, as a way of making sense of your experience rather than labelling it.

You don’t need to be in crisis to come to therapy. People often come when something feels stuck, overwhelming, or unclear, or simply because they want to understand themselves more deeply. If you’re wondering whether therapy might help, that’s usually a good place to start.

I work with a range of concerns, including trauma, anxiety, stress, low self-worth, relationship difficulties, and identity exploration.
My approach is tailored to the individual, drawing on psychotherapy and, where appropriate, body-based approaches to support your therapeutic goals.

I work with trauma in a way that is careful, respectful, and paced around you. You won’t be pushed to talk about anything before you’re ready. Instead, we focus on creating a sense of safety and stability first, and then gently work with what begins to emerge. This may include both talking and body-based approaches, always at a pace that feels manageable.

No. Touch is always optional. We will talk about this together, and you can choose what feels right for you. Some people prefer to work through conversation only, while others find that gentle, body-based work is supportive. Both are completely okay.
If we do include touch, it is always slow, clearly communicated, and guided by your consent. You can pause or change your mind at any time.

That’s completely understandable, and something we would approach with care. There is no expectation to include touch in our work. We can focus entirely on psychotherapy if that feels safer for you. If at any point you’re curious about body-based work, we would go slowly, talk it through, and only proceed in a way that feels manageable and respectful of your boundaries. You remain in control of the pace throughout

Finding the right therapist is as much about the relationship as it is about training or approach. It’s important that you feel comfortable, heard, and able to be yourself. You’re welcome to take your time, ask questions, or try an initial session to see how it feels.

You’re welcome to get in touch via email or the contact form on my website. We can arrange a brief phone conversation if that feels helpful, or you can book a first session. The first session is a chance to get a sense of each other and see whether this feels like a good fit.

I work with adults and adolescents aged 15–17 years.

Sessions are guided by what feels most important for you. We might talk about current challenges, explore patterns or relationships, or stay with what’s happening in the moment. At times, we may also include body-based awareness or gentle somatic work, depending on your comfort and what supports you best.

This varies from person to person. Some people come for a shorter period with a specific focus, while others choose to work more deeply over time. We’ll check in together as we go to make sure the work continues to feel useful and relevant.

There isn’t a set timeline. Some people notice shifts quite early, while for others it takes longer. Change in therapy often happens gradually, as things begin to make more sense and feel more settled over time.

Yes, I offer both in-person sessions in Christchurch and online sessions via secure video. Online work can be a helpful option if you’re balancing other commitments or prefer to work from your own space.

Life happens, and we can work around that. If you need to reschedule, I ask for as much notice as possible, ideally at least 48 hours. This allows me to offer the time to someone else. Late cancellations or missed sessions are charged at the full fee.

Email is the best way to reach me for scheduling or practical matters. If something more complex comes up, we’ll usually make space for it in our next session so it can be properly supported.

I have a limited number of reduced-fee spaces available. If cost is a concern, feel free to reach out, and we can see what might be possible.

Yes. What you share in therapy is treated with care and respect. There are a few legal exceptions, such as situations where there is a serious risk of harm. If anything like this were to arise, I would talk it through with you openly and carefully.