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Addiction Counselling NZ
Addiction Counselling NZ
Counsellors and therapists in New Zealand who can support you when you suffer from addiction.
Addiction is a difficulty in controlling certain repetitive behaviours to the extent that they have harmful consequences.
Addiction Counselling NZ
Counsellors and therapists in New Zealand who can support you when you suffer from addiction.
Addiction - Introduction
Counsellors and therapists in New Zealand who can support you when you suffer from addiction.
Addiction is a difficulty in controlling certain repetitive behaviours to the extent that they have harmful consequences. This repetitive behaviour is a result of powerful compulsions to use and do certain things excessively, often out of a need to escape from upsetting emotions/situations.
It can trigger a self-perpetuating process, which can cause pain and suffering not only for those addicted, but also for their friends and family.
Generally an addiction is defined as a habit that has become out of control to the extent that the sufferer is dependent on it for coping with daily life.
Addiction treatment
There are several kinds of addiction, including:
- Alcohol and drug abuse
- Food addiction
- Gaming addiction
- Gambling problem
- Internet addiction
- Smoking
- Social media addiction
- Substance abuse
- Workaholic
- Sex/porn addiction
Addiction therapy & counselling
Do you suffer from addiction and would you like to get some help how to deal with this? Therapy and counselling can help.
Find an addiction counsellor in New Zealand:
Ashburton
My name is Anna and I am a Qualified Counsellor and hold full NZAC Membership. I have been in private practice for over 10 years in the Mid Canterbury area. You're welcome for individual (child, youth & adult) counselling and relationship counselling.
Auckland
I am an open, caring and positive Therapist. I hold a Bachelor of Science, a Post Graduate Diploma and a Masters Degree in Psychology.
I am trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Relaxation Training, Mindfulness Training, Exposure Therapy and Trauma Focussed Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.
Kia Ora and welcome,
Take the first step toward healing—counselling is your bridge to a brighter self.
It’s okay to be, and sometimes feel, a little messy. Life is messy and I know this isn’t easy!
But you don’t have to do it alone, so I am so glad you are exploring options to support yourself.
You deserve this!
If you are struggling and need someone to talk too, you are in the right space.
I work with individuals, teens and parents/families as well as ethnic minorities.
My name is Sara.
I offer clinically informed Counselling to help anyone experiencing depression, anxiety, addiction, mental illness, trauma, marriage stress, or is simply overwhelmed by life.
I have 7 years of experience offering Trauma and Addictions Counselling as well as a specialty in counselling for women who have experienced abuse.
I also offer Life Coaching sessions for anyone making big life changes or anyone trying to organize their many priorities and commitments and feels overwhelmed.
Are you feeling distress from a current or past relationship ?
If you are then look no further. I am an experienced Counsellor and Family Therapist.
I offer packages of Counselling sessions online via zoom.
I can help you by providing a healing trusting space to work through your distress and then to find more empowered communication styles to build better relationships and a better future.
I provide a warm, safe and confidential space for you to share and express your feelings, thoughts, and difficulties in your life.
I support you in the areas of: anxiety/depression, self-esteem/confidence, balance in your life, personal development, problematic use of alcohol and drugs, anger management and the psychological side of Autism and Asperger’s, OCD, ADD, ADHD and more.
Hi there, I’m Deanna and I have a real passion for helping people through the many challenges we face as humans in a way that best works for each individual. I work with adults, teens, children and their parents, supporting clients through meaningful change towards living a more satisfying and happier life.
Blenheim
Kia ora, I'm an Italian therapist and I offer supervision for professionals and trauma specialised therapy for adults and couples. Sessions can be held in English, Spanish, French and Italian.
I am a Blenheim based practitioner and I enjoy working with adults and couples, nurturing a collaborative relationship to support you in discovering personal insight and healing.
Christchurch
Life/Work Balance Coaching for Self Employed Dad’s. Supporting your balance with Mental health – Wellbeing – Business – Relationship & family life. Are you struggling to find balance, joy, or success amongst the demands and responsibilities of supporting your family, maintaining your relationship, being self-employed, managing staff, and attending to your own mental health and well being? I'll help you to destress, reconnect, refocus, revive. Tools and practices to cultivate deeper self-awareness and access your
My aim is to provide a safe, confidential space to explore what is bothering you, and help you grow a deeper understanding of who you are. I know the courage it can sometimes take to come to therapy, and if we choose to work together, I see my role in being alongside you as such a privilege.
My name is Cate, and I work as a counsellor here in Christchurch. I offer Individual counselling for all life issues such as grief, anxiety and depression, trauma, support for living with chronic health issues, relationship issues and all the things that make life challenging at times. I am an ally for those identifying as LGBTQAI. l I work both face to face and online (within New Zealand). I am also an ACC Counsellor
Dannevirke
Kia ora,
I am an experienced Counsellor and Group Facilitator that has been involved in clinical work for the past 10+ years.
I enjoy working alongside clients who are navigating major life transitions, coping with mental health challenges, or seeking greater self-awareness.
I also welcome couples who are interested in relationship counselling.
Feilding
Kia ora,
I am an experienced Counsellor and Group Facilitator that has been involved in clinical work for the past 10+ years.
I enjoy working alongside clients who are navigating major life transitions, coping with mental health challenges, or seeking greater self-awareness.
I also welcome couples who are interested in relationship counselling.
Hastings
Kia ora,
I am an experienced Counsellor and Group Facilitator that has been involved in clinical work for the past 10+ years.
I enjoy working alongside clients who are navigating major life transitions, coping with mental health challenges, or seeking greater self-awareness.
I also welcome couples who are interested in relationship counselling.
Hi, my name is Troy, I have been working as a social worker/therapist for now 18 years in New Zealand.
I have worked with numerous individuals, couples, and groups of all ages and ethnicities.
I am an open, honest, easy-going, and non-judgemental person. I understand life can be challenging, and difficult. Therefore this is where therapy can be useful.
Invercargill
Stacey is a certified life coach with expertise in anger management, relationship counseling, trauma recovery, and addiction support. With years of experience in her field, Stacey has helped numerous clients achieve their personal and professional goals, overcome their emotional struggles, and build healthier relationships. Stacey's approach to coaching is holistic and client-centered, meaning she tailors her strategies and techniques to suit each individual's unique needs and circumstances. Whether you're struggling with an
Lower Hutt
My name is Julie. I am a Holistic Counsellor, an intuitive and a spiritual mentor. My spiritual awareness and my background in the field of health have benefitted my appreciation for both tangible and mystical perceptions when it comes to physical and mental wellbeing.
As a counsellor with a Bachelor of Counselling and Addictions from 2023, I utilize Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, CBT, ACT, and Client-Centered approaches. I integrate the Whare Tapa Wha health model, emphasizing holistic well-being. Registered with NZCCA and a member of DAPPNZ, I'm committed to professional standards, offering empathetic guidance for positive change.
Motueka
I provide my clients - children, adolescents, adults and couples - with a confidential and supportive environment in which to explore their inner world and their relationship to family, friends and colleagues.
My passion and strengths lie in assisting people to make positive steps to take back mastery of their health and wellbeing and move towards their greatest potential and freedom.
Compassion focussed, Creative arts therapy, existential, meditation, mindfulness, process orientated, solution orientated, somatic, transpersonal, trauma informed.
Nelson
Hi, my name is Twané. I bridge talk therapy with personalised embodied practices such as mindfulness, breathing, somatic tracking, experiential embodyment through the use of an integrative, body-inclusive psychotherapy model.
I provide professional counselling for adults, adolescents, parents and young children. There are many reasons why people seek counselling. I offer a safe and confidential space for you to talk freely about what it is that's troubling you or you are having difficulty with.
My passion and strengths lie in assisting people to make positive steps to take back mastery of their health and wellbeing and move towards their greatest potential and freedom.
Compassion focussed, Creative arts therapy, existential, meditation, mindfulness, process orientated, solution orientated, somatic, transpersonal, trauma informed.
My name is Bec. I can help with suffering from the effects of grief, trauma (past or present), abuse, anxiety or depression. I use Imago therapy with couples.
ACC Counselor/Social Worker. I provide a Sensitive Claims Counselling and a comprehensive range of ACC funded Social Work services. If you would benefit from linking with other health professionals and welfare organisations I will help with this too.
Pakenham
Hi. I’m Kathryn – a life & mindset coach and Root Cause Therapy Practitioner.
Originally from the UK, I called beautiful New Zealand my home for the last 18 years, and have now begun a new adventure in Australia.
As both a “trauma-informed” coach and a Root Cause Therapist, my passion is working with clients who recognise that they have underlying thoughts and emotions which continue to keep them stuck in unhelpful patterns of behaviour on a day-to-day basis.
Palmerston North
Hello. I am a counsellor and have worked in the Manawatu region since 2001. Over that time I have worked with a wide range of age groups, and with people from diverse backgrounds. I work with adults of all ages, couples, and children from age 12 years (and support parents and caregivers to support younger children).
Kia Ora,
My name is Sabina, I am registered as an ACC provider and I have a membership with NZCCA. I have experience in working with people from all walks of life who are dealing with a wide range of issues.
Kia ora,
I am an experienced Counsellor and Group Facilitator that has been involved in clinical work for the past 10+ years.
I enjoy working alongside clients who are navigating major life transitions, coping with mental health challenges, or seeking greater self-awareness.
I also welcome couples who are interested in relationship counselling.
Paraparaumu
My name is Keri and I am an experienced Counsellor and Human Performance Coach.
My name is Angela. I have almost 20 years experience in the mental health sector. From my practice Angela Claridge Wellness on the Kapiti Coast, I support people to positively and proactively address stuck points, distress and disruptive behaviours in their lives, to enable them to live fully, regain control and find joy.
Porirua
Hi I’m Helen, I'm a therapist based in Mana, and I work with a modality called Rapid Transformation Therapy (RTT).
I love it, and I love the results I see in my clients every day.
We can use RTT to address all sorts of issues, from addictions – smoking, drinking, sugar – to behaviours, confidence, imposter syndrome. It helps with sleep, anxiety, panic attacks. It can help with depression, self esteem, phobias.
Raglan
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It’s not always easy to navigate the ups and downs that come our way. Sometimes, despite our best efforts, we find ourselves stuck in a rut, struggling to move forward. Admitting that we need help can be a big step, but it’s an important one.
Kia ora, My name is Etai, and I’ve been helping people create positive results in their lives, including lifting depression, easing anxiety and resolving trauma, since
Richmond
Hi I'm Carolina, and I'm the owner and founder of a wellness centre here in Richmond, Nelson: a sanctuary of healing and transformation. I provide a safe, gentle and nurturing place to explore, clear and heal those aspects of your life that are holding you back from living the very best version of yourself.
My name is Rhonda.
I offer 3 very specialist services:
1) Somatic Trauma Informed Coach - Brainspotting,
2) Narcissistic Abuse Specialist – Trauma Recovery Coach,
3) Mental Wellbeing Coach
Stoke
Hi there, I am Isabel, another human being navigating the journey of life. My approach is gentle and calm. I create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space that allows you to bring and explore whatever you feel comfortable with.
I tailor my approach to your specific needs, drawing from Person-centred Thearpy (PCC), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Tairua
My name is Joseph. I'm a counsellor, life coach and hypnotherapist. You're welcome for individual counselling & coaching, hypnotherapy, couples counselling and family therapy.
Takaka
I provide my clients - children, adolescents, adults and couples - with a confidential and supportive environment in which to explore their inner world and their relationship to family, friends and colleagues.
Kia ora, my name is Selena, and throughout my personal and professional life, I meet and enjoy connecting with people from all walks of life. I work well with all genders, ages and cultural backgrounds.
The practice of counselling is my passion; It’s a practice that seeks to empower people. I have been working with youth and adults as coach since 2016 and since 2019 as a qualified counselor.
Taupo
Kia ora,
I am an experienced Counsellor and Group Facilitator that has been involved in clinical work for the past 10+ years.
I enjoy working alongside clients who are navigating major life transitions, coping with mental health challenges, or seeking greater self-awareness.
I also welcome couples who are interested in relationship counselling.
Tauranga
I am a caring experienced counsellor who will provide you with a safe, supportive and confidential environment within which to work alongside you. We will discover and move forward positively towards achieving your goals. I believe people, given the right support, and knowledge of their own unique strengths, can achieve their best lives.
--- Currently I only offer online counselling ---
In life we can all have times that are more challenging and painful than others and counselling can provide a safe space to work through those seasons.
I am a counsellor who is committed to providing that safe and confidential environment where people can feel heard and validated while working through their pain and struggles without judgement.
Te Anau
My name is Monty. I provide counselling to individuals, couples and families in the Fiordland area.
Thames
My name is Joseph. I'm a counsellor, life coach and hypnotherapist. You're welcome for individual counselling & coaching, hypnotherapy, couples counselling and family therapy.
Upper Hutt
My name is Athena. Although I qualified as a psychologist 35 years ago, I now feel my work is more accurately described by the words "Heart and Mind Coach".
I've found that a sense of inner peace, of feeling comfortable in your own skin, is present when heart, mind, body and spirit are all aligned and moving together.
It is hard to say this stuff about yourself (isn't it?) but as well as bringing a wealth of personal experience to each session, I bring compassion, intuition and a great sense of humour.
Upper Moutere
My passion is to support people on their healing journey and ultimately feel empowered to feel at home in their bodies.
In my practice, I incorporate a variety of modalities which activate the brain and nervous system to create a readiness to grow and change.
Waihi
My name is Joseph. I'm a counsellor, life coach and hypnotherapist. You're welcome for individual counselling & coaching, hypnotherapy, couples counselling and family therapy.
Warkworth
Hypnotherapy can be an incredibly powerful and transformative modality to help you shift, heal and release the feelings and behaviours you are experiencing.
Please contact me if you’d like support to help you with any of the following :
Stress, Fears and Phobias, Addictions, Anxiety, Weight loss with Virtual Gastric Band program, Menopause, Trauma and emotional release, Parenting challenges, Hypnobirthing, Past Life Regression.
I support you to get through your current challenges. Issues I work with include: Childhood trauma, Sexual abuse, Relationships, Depression, Anxiety, Despair and Overwhelm.
Making a space for you to be supported with all that you are experiencing. I am ACC registered for Sensitive Claims Clients and a member of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors.
Wellington
Kia ora and hello! I’m a registered counsellor with experience in addressing all kinds of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, anger management, stress and navigating life transitions.
A key focus and passion is trauma recovery for big T and little t trauma. It may be very recent or from our past. Such trauma as childhood sexual abuse, abandonment, neglect, earthquakes, violence, bullying, car accidents, and warfare.
I'm here to support children, young people, adults & families to work towards a more fulfilled life, for any of the issues that you face. I am in Island Bay. I am non judgemental & caring. I will work with you to get the best results. Let's do this! "It is clear that Ngairini cares deeply for her clients. She provides a safe & warm environment, that allows for them to face into, & work through, life's challenges & difficulties. I would recommend her for anyone wanting to start the healing journey "- Mr. J
Whanganui
Kia ora,
I am an experienced Counsellor and Group Facilitator that has been involved in clinical work for the past 10+ years.
I enjoy working alongside clients who are navigating major life transitions, coping with mental health challenges, or seeking greater self-awareness.
I also welcome couples who are interested in relationship counselling.
Whangarei
Hi, my name is Colin, counsellor in Whangarei. I have over 30 years experience working with individuals (children, youth, adults), families and couples.
We all experience difficulties at times in our lives that cause us to struggle, lose hope and feel like our life is out of control. I believe it is possible to gain the strength needed to face our issues, the hope to move forward and the balance to feel in control of our lives again. Counselling can assist in helping you to overcome life’s hurdles in a positive way.
Online counselling and online therapy
In life we can all have times that are more challenging and painful than others and counselling can provide a safe space to work through those seasons.
I am a counsellor who is committed to providing that safe and confidential environment where people can feel heard and validated while working through their pain and struggles without judgement.
Life/Work Balance Coaching for Self Employed Dad’s. Supporting your balance with Mental health – Wellbeing – Business – Relationship & family life. Are you struggling to find balance, joy, or success amongst the demands and responsibilities of supporting your family, maintaining your relationship, being self-employed, managing staff, and attending to your own mental health and well being? I'll help you to destress, reconnect, refocus, revive. Tools and practices to cultivate deeper self-awareness and access your
People working with me bring a wide range of concerns including (but not limited to); life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, domestic violence, existential crises, grief, chronic health issues etc.
I also work with older teenagers online but not those under 15 years of age.
I look forward to sharing with you an approach that has been crafted over 30 years of working as a skillful and accomplished coach + mentor in holistic health and communication. I am a certified trainer with the Centre for Nonviolent Communication.
A qualified Psychosynthesis Counsellor, Social Worker and a member of NZAC, I have been in private practice for the past 20 years and am passionate about assisting clients to overcome their difficulties.
I am available for online sessions via SKYPE or ZOOM .
Hi. I’m Kathryn – a life & mindset coach and Root Cause Therapy Practitioner.
Originally from the UK, I called beautiful New Zealand my home for the last 18 years, and have now begun a new adventure in Australia.
As both a “trauma-informed” coach and a Root Cause Therapist, my passion is working with clients who recognise that they have underlying thoughts and emotions which continue to keep them stuck in unhelpful patterns of behaviour on a day-to-day basis.
I support individuals with varying issues, from anxiety, relationship difficulties and body image to eating disorders and trauma.
My work has given me the privilege of working with a wide range of people with differing backgrounds and circumstances with whatever brings them to therapy: low mood, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, repeating patterns, grief, and addictions. Sometimes people don’t know what brings them to therapy. They might not feel right, and have a need for clarity – therapy is often a great place for addressing this.
I have a wide range of skills and have the ability to work with people from all walks of life.
Languages: English, Hindi, Punjabi
Hi, I'm Rhonda. I offer 3 very specialist services:
1) Somatic Trauma Informed Coach - Brainspotting,
2) Narcissistic Abuse Specialist – Trauma Recovery Coach
3) Mental Health & Wellbeing Coach
Welcome to my page, my name is Twané. I bridge talk therapy with personalized embodied practices such as mindfulness, breathing, somatic tracking and experiential embodiment through the use of an integrative, body-inclusive psychotherapy model.
My name is Tony, and I am currently available for online sessions only. Each session is priced at $150.
With over 20 years of experience in social services, I specialise in guiding individuals and couples toward their goals. My expertise includes addressing addiction issues, anger management, family harm risk situations, and trauma. I utilise a somatic approach and brain spotting techniques to facilitate healing and growth.
Hypnotherapy can be an incredibly powerful and transformative modality to help you shift, heal and release the feelings and behaviours you are experiencing.
Please contact me if you’d like support to help you with any of the following :
Stress, Fears and Phobias, Addictions, Anxiety, Weight loss with Virtual Gastric Band program, Menopause, Trauma and emotional release, Parenting challenges, Hypnobirthing, Past Life Regression.
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