Saloni S | Counsellor

Registrations

• NZAC - New Zealand Association of Counsellors

I offer therapy in

• ✓ English

• ✓ Hindi

Specialisations

• 1. Anxiety
• 2. Trauma
• 3. Stress and Burnout
• 4. Relationship Difficulties
• 5. Abuse
• 6. Self-esteem and Confidence
• 7. Life Transitions
• 8. Grief and loss
• 9. Workplace stress and career
• 10. Cultural adjustment

Specialisations and Expertises

I specialise in supporting adults, young people, and counselling students experiencing anxiety, trauma, stress, burnout, low mood, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, emotional overwhelm, grief, life transitions, and cultural or migration-related challenges.

A significant part of my work involves helping people who feel stuck in patterns of overthinking, people-pleasing, perfectionism, self-doubt, emotional disconnection, or difficulty setting healthy boundaries. I also support clients who are processing distressing experiences, childhood wounds, abuse, relationship breakdowns, family conflict, workplace stress, and major changes in identity or circumstances.

My approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and tailored to each person. I draw from person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural strategies, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, nervous-system regulation, creative therapeutic techniques, and EMDR where appropriate. The aim is not only to manage symptoms, but also to understand the deeper patterns contributing to distress and create meaningful, lasting change.

The number of sessions needed varies depending on your goals, current circumstances, and the complexity of the concerns you are bringing. Some clients benefit from 4 to 6 focused sessions, while others may prefer 8 to 12 sessions or longer-term support for trauma, longstanding patterns, or complex life experiences. We will regularly review your progress together and decide what feels most helpful for you.

Most common issues I support people with:

1. Anxiety, Stress and Overthinking
I support people experiencing persistent worry, panic, social anxiety, racing thoughts, emotional overwhelm, work-related stress, and difficulty switching off. Together, we work on understanding the underlying causes, calming the nervous system, and developing practical ways to feel more in control.

2. Trauma and Distressing Life Experiences
I work with people affected by past or recent trauma, difficult childhood experiences, abuse, grief, relationship breakdowns, and distressing memories that continue to impact daily life. My approach is trauma-informed and may include EMDR where appropriate.

3. Relationship and Family Difficulties
I support individuals navigating communication problems, conflict, separation, unhealthy relationship patterns, family pressures, trust issues, boundary-setting, and emotional disconnection. Counselling can help you gain clarity, communicate more effectively, and make decisions that feel right for you.

4. Low Self-Esteem, Confidence and Identity
I help people who struggle with self-doubt, people-pleasing, perfectionism, guilt, body image concerns, cultural expectations, or feeling disconnected from who they are. We work on building self-compassion, confidence, healthier boundaries, and a stronger sense of identity.

5. Life Transitions, Low Mood and Feeling Stuck
I support people adjusting to migration, career changes, parenthood, study pressures, loss, separation, workplace difficulties, and other major life changes. I also work with those experiencing low mood, lack of motivation, loneliness, or uncertainty about what to do next.

Counselling for Students and Trainee Practitioners
I also provide counselling for counselling, psychotherapy, psychology, social work, and other helping-profession students who are required to complete personal counselling as part of their training or curriculum. Sessions offer a confidential and supportive space to develop self-awareness, reflect on personal experiences, understand emotional triggers, explore professional identity, and strengthen readiness for client work. Attendance confirmation can be provided where required, while maintaining the confidentiality of session content.

Fees

Face-to-face counselling: $140 per 60-minute session

Online counselling: $120 per 60-minute session

Counselling students completing compulsory personal counselling: Fees may be negotiable depending on individual circumstances and the number of sessions required.

ACC counselling: Available for eligible clients with an approved ACC Sensitive Claims referral. ACC-funded sessions are provided in accordance with ACC funding arrangements.

I am also a WINZ approved counselling provider, and eligible clients may be able to apply for financial support towards counselling fees through Work and Income.

I offer online counselling on weekday evenings, with both online and face-to-face appointments available on weekends. Appointment times may vary depending on availability, so please contact me to arrange a suitable time.

A cancellation policy applies to all appointments.

Availability (Opening hours)

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