Sarel

Couples Counsellor

Sarel – Counsellor

Welcome. I’m Sarel, a registered counsellor with NZAC, holding a degree in Psychology and a deep commitment to supporting individuals and couples through life’s most challenging experiences. My practice is based in Hamilton, where I offer face-to-face counselling in a private, safe, and inviting office space—designed to feel welcoming, warm, and supportive from the moment you arrive.

I specialise in working with clients who have experienced trauma, relationship difficulties, sexual abuse, career challenges, and general mental health concerns, offering a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore pain, build understanding, and find pathways to healing. I understand how past experiences can affect your present life, and I aim to support you in reconnecting with your strengths, resilience, and sense of self.

My approach integrates both evidence-based psychological practices and culturally responsive frameworks. I work with Māori supervision and draw on Te Whare Tapa Whā, ensuring a holistic understanding of well-being that honours the balance of taha wairua (spiritual), taha hinengaro (mental), taha tinana (physical), and taha whānau (family/social).

I utilise a range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Narrative Therapy, tailoring my approach to meet each client’s unique needs and preferences.

In our sessions, you will find a space where you can safely explore difficult emotions, process complex experiences, and develop strategies to cope and thrive. Whether you are navigating grief, trauma, relational challenges, career transitions, or general mental health concerns, my aim is to provide support that is empathetic, professional, and tailored to your unique journey.

Your path to healing is unique, and I am here to walk alongside you, providing guidance, understanding, and professional support in a private and welcoming Hamilton environment.