Parenting Stress - Online relationship counselling

I offer in-person counselling for individuals and couples from a cozy boathouse studio in central Whangarei, also worldwide online counselling in English, Swedish and Estonian. My therapy style is solution focused CBT mixed with other styles I find useful in personal growth. My areas of interest include couples therapy, migration and cultural issues, stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, communication difficulties and self-esteem concerns.

Supporting couples to find understanding, connection, and new ways forward.

Juan is a counsellor and therapeutic coach who integrates (relationship) counselling and coaching within the same journey. He supports clients and couples to explore past and present experiences through counselling, while using neuro-based therapeutic coaching to focus on present and future goals. His approach combines emotional insight, nervous system regulation, and practical strategies to support healthier relationships, resilience, and sustainable change.

I help you find solutions for any issues you may be experiencing, whether they are related to your relationships or any other problem you may have. My work is eclectic and I choose the type of counselling/therapy in consultation with you, to suit you and your issues. My mission is to support people in creating relationships that are more secure, joyful, and fulfilling.

COUNSELLING & COACHING FOR COUPLES STRUGGLING TO COMMUNICATE & CONNECT. Are you lost in a cycle of triggering and hurting each other? Feeling like you can no longer communicate or understand each other? Feeling distant and disconnected spiralling towards separation or loss of your family unit?

My name is Shanti and I have been a therapist for more than 20 years. I am a full accredited member of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC) and a Registered Practitioner Member of the Terence Watts BWRT Institute (UK) (Brain Working Recursive Therapy) Level 1 and Level 2. I have worked with couples and individuals on issues related to relationship challenges, mental health; anxiety, stress, PTSD, grief, trauma and sleep deprivation. I use an eclectic approach in helping you achieve your goals and outcomes.