“THE SECRET OF GETTING AHEAD IS GETTING STARTED ”
MARK TWAIN
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Welcome! Thank you for taking the time to visit my website. Seeking therapy can be a courageous step towards self-discovery and growth. You may be right at the beginning of contemplating therapy, actively researching, or ready to get started. No matter where you are on your journey, please feel free to have a look around. When you are ready, I'm here to provide the support and guidance you need.
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ABOUT ME
ABOUT ME
At the forefront of my therapy practice is the belief that the therapeutic relationship is fundamental to a good outcome. I strive to provide a professional service that is warm and friendly where you will feel heard, understood and accepted; a place where you feel safe to explore sensitive and sometimes painful issues.
The psychological therapy I provide will be tailored to your individual situation and needs. As a clinical psychologist this will be based on a comprehensive assessment, and using evidence-based therapies that work. I am committed to continual education, training and supervision to ensure you receive the highest standard of therapy. I believe in using a thoughtfully integrated approach with expertise in several psychotherapies:
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The aim of my integrated approach is to enable you to commit to action towards living a rich and meaningful life, while simultaneously acquiring skills to handle any painful emotions and associated thoughts that inevitably turn up in life, such as sadness, fear, rejection, worry, loss, anger, disappointment and failure. Depending on our joint understanding of the issues, together with your own preferences and goals, this may be either a brief or longer term approach.
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Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
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Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT)
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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Individual Psychotherapy
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Attachment Theory
EXPERIENCE
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2009-current - Private Practice Therapist
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2009-2015 - New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists (NZCCP) Ethics Committee
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​2005-2017 - District Health Boards (ADHB and CMDHB). Assessment and treatment of mental health issues. Practice Supervisor. Clinical supervision for staff. students and interns
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1999-2005 - Clinical Psychology study and training
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1981-1998: Business study & career in Banking & Wine Industry. Finance, treasury, marketing, strategic planning
EDUCATION
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Master of Arts (endorsed in Clinical Psychology, with first class honours)
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Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology
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Bachelor of Business Studies
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Member NZ College of Clinical Psychologists
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Registered with NZ Psychologists Board (Clinical Scope); Registration Number: 90-02896
SPECIALTIES
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Individual therapy for Adults
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Relationship Issues
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Trauma and grief
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Depression and mood issues
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Anxiety
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Stress and burnout
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Clinical supervision for psychologists
EXCLUSIONS
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Children and Adolescents
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Couples
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ACC
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Eating Disorders
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Psychosis
OTHER
The above specialities and exclusions are not exhaustive. If you have another issue not listed above, please make contact to discuss whether it is something we may be able to work on together.
CONTACT ME
If you wish to enquire about appointment availability, or have other questions (also see FAQs section), please use the form opposite or email directly.
In your message, it helps if you can provide a brief description of the nature of the issue you are seeking therapy for, and also any days and times that you are available, or definitely not available.
You are also welcome to call, however due to the nature of the work I am often unavailable to answer and you may have to leave a voicemail. Text messages are strongly discouraged for initial contact.
ADDRESS
11 St Marys Road
Ponsonby, Auckland 1011
PHONE
021 157 8987