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Hi, I'm Laura

I'm a registered counsellor with a private practice in Wellington City, offering in-person and online sessions across Aotearoa. I work with adults navigating anxiety, overwhelm, and life transitions. With a particular passion for supporting those with high-functioning anxiety and those carrying big responsibilities at work, at home, or both.

 

Much of my work explores the patterns we inherit growing up. The unspoken rules about worth and responsibility that can shape how we move through the world.

 

My approach is collaborative, client-led, and drawn from ACT, Narrative Therapy, and client-centred practice. I hold a provisional registration with NZAC and have a Bachelor's in Counselling and Addictions Practice. 

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All genders, LGBTQIA+, neurodiverse and sex workers are welcome. 

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Currently taking new clients

Counselling area I work with:

  • Anxiety
  • Emotional Resilience
  • Self-Worth and Identity
  • Stress management
  • Relationships
  • Burnout and Overachievement
  • Workplace challenges
  • Sex and sexuality
  • Guilt/Shame
  • Trauma
  • Self-esteem/self-image
  • Life changes 

Feeling Unsure?

Counselling can seem daunting if you haven't been before. Maybe your last counselling experience hasn't gone well, it's been a while since your last session, or you're unsure if what you've seen on TV is really what counselling is.

 

Here are some frequently asked questions that might help! My inbox is also open for further questions and concerns.

Contact Me

*Please note that this inbox is not monitored 24 hours a day and I am unable to guarantee an immediate response. If you are in crisis or need urgent support, please call or text 1737 to speak with a trained counsellor, or call 111 in an emergency.

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Occasionally my reply will go into your spam folder, but know that I aim to reply to every message promptly. 

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