Issues we treat
About half of my clients have had a Mental Health condition they want to get better from or manage. The other half have had difficulties in life or psychological issues they wish to feel better about. You do not need to have a diagnosis, or be prescribed medications, in order to try therapy or benefit from it. You can self-refer to see a psychologist and do not need a GP referral for this.
My clinical focus is generally on depression and anxiety, as these are the most common presenting problems, as well as PTSD and other post-trauma reactions, as this has been my specialisation. We estimate that about 1 in 4 New Zealanders experience depression and anxiety, so people should know that they are not alone if this troubles them, and these are recognised health issues. Recent years have been different or difficult for many people, with research in 2023 indicating that 31% of women and 22% of men experienced poor mental wellbeing (Stats NZ, Wellbeing statistics: 2023 updated). My hope is that we can overcome stigma around mental health issues or treatment so that people can more willingly seek professional help.
Mental Health and psychological problems
- Trauma, PTSD, and other stress-related or post-trauma reactions
- Anxiety and worry
- Depression
- Other Mood Disorders or emotional disturbance (e.g., anger management issues)
- Obsessive Compulsive conditions
- Adjustment Disorder or difficulties
- Sleep issues, insomnia
- Stress, burnout
- Life transitions
- Low Self-Esteem
- Unresolved childhood issues
- Neglect in early years, resolving the negative impacts of family
- Relationship issues
- Divorce or separation
- Infidelity and other kinds of betrayal
- LGBTQI + issues
- Adult ADHD impacts on the individual and relationships
