My work experience as a clinical psychologist has been in the public and private sector, working in mental health and addictions, doing both individual assessment and therapy, and delivering group programmes. I believe that the key to successful therapy is building a trusting and collaborative relationship with clients, combined with using evidence-based therapeutic interventions. I have a warm, non-judgemental approach, focussed on supporting people to make sense of the challenges they are experiencing, and taking steps to make desired changes and lead more fulfilling lives.
Expertise
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Trauma
- Addictions
- Stress management
- Interpersonal difficulties
- Adjustment to new life stages and difficult life circumstances
Therapy approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Compassion Focussed Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
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Qualifications
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Auckland,
- First class Honours Degree in Psychology from Massey University
- Conjoint Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Auckland.
Affiliations
- Registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board (Clinical)
- Member of the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists (NZCCP)
