Where do we begin?

At first contact, we will organize an initial phone consultation to discuss fee, time, and location. From first contact, we will have a series of semi-structured intake appointments over 3-4 weeks to begin to get to know each other and work out if we are a good therapeutic match. In these appointments we will discuss: what brought you to therapy; what you are wanting out of therapy; your life story; your social and cultural context; and, your current situation.

At the end of this series of appointments, we will have a discussion about some of my initial thoughts, how you have found our engagement so far, and possible treatment trajectories.

After this, we will venture out of our assessment phase and our therapeutic encounter will begin to open up into treatment. In doing so, I will be led by what you bring to therapy to help you grapple with what you are facing, discover a richer understanding of who you are, and find new ways to manage the complexities of life.

Appointments - Fee

My individual therapy appointments are $150 per 50 minute session by prior arrangement. Discounted rates are available for students, low income patients, and twice-weekly appointments. WINZ funding available for those eligible.

Telehealth (online based therapy) appointments available via www.doxy.me.

Please contact me for more information.

Please note: I am currently working online with the intention of opening a consulting room in Wellington in the second half of the year.