Julie | Counsellor / Therapist

I am a registered Dance Movement Therapist with a passion for using movement, somatic awareness and unique self-expression in a therapy setting.  My approach is collaborative, caring, non-judgemental and client centered. I aim to be a guide, to support you in the navigation of challenging life issues, towards resolution, comfort and peace. 

 

My belief is that we all hold innate wisdom within our mind/bodies that can support us in our journey to healing and wellness. I aim to work with clients towards the experience of the body not only being trusted, but the site of long lasting transformation and empowerment.  I do this through somatic immersion, movement exploration and therapeutic alliance.

I have experience working with a number of populations including: women, clients experiencing post traumatic stress, youth, elderly and the special needs community. I aim to be open-minded, open-hearted, queer friendly, culturally aware and approachable.

I am available to support clients with issues including (not limited to): anxiety, depression, PTSD, identity exploration, self-esteem and body image.  

Whanganui town is where I am based, across a few different locations and I am also available for online counselling sessions. I hold a Diploma of Dance Movement Therapy with DTNZ, I have a certificate in Mindful Somatic Trauma Therapy, and I am currently studying towards a Master of Counselling in Narrative Therapy. 

 

Please feel free to get in touch with me. I would love to hear from you with any questions or to book an initial appointment. 

 

Julie