Person Centred Therapy
Our counselling is informed by Person Centred Therapy which means that the person seeking counselling is in the driving seat of the process. Further, our person-centred practice is bi-cultural, acknowledging the Treaty of Waitangi (a living document signed in 1840 NZ, between Māori iwi and the British Crown).
In this way we are guided by Māori ethics such as
- aroha ki te tangata (respect for people)
- he kanohi kitea (face to face)
- titiro, whakaarongo, korero (to look, listen then speak)
- manaakitanga (sharing of oneself and resources)
- kia tupato (cautious)
- kaua e takatea te mana o te tangata (to not trample on a person’s dignity)
Phil : If I can be empathetic, truthful/honest with my feelings and accept the person unconditionally then they can feel safe enough to explore themselves, who they are and change where and when they want to.
Issues that I work with include ….
- Family violence
- Sexual abuse
- Trauma
- Low self esteem
- Anxiety
- Emotional abuse
- Grief & loss
- Depression
- Men’s issues
- Relationships
Kristina: The cornerstone of my counselling is to form relationships based on trust. Further, I accept people unconditionally – that is, I see people as people where they are deserving of their own thoughts, beliefs and future. I aim to be genuinely present in each counselling session so that in my imperfection I am ‘real’. Finally, empathy – where I see life/situations from the view of the other – is an important part of my counselling.
Areas that I work in include …
- Low self esteem
- Trauma
- Sexual abuse
- Anxiety
- Abuse
- Grief & Bereavement
- Depression
- Relationships
How can we help you?
Submit your request and we will contact you within 24 hours.