Counselling

Service

Counselling

Life can feel overwhelming at times. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, low mood, or simply feeling stuck, counselling offers a safe space to pause, reflect, and work through what’s going on for you.

I provide a supportive, confidential, and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly. Together, we focus on helping you gain clarity, build resilience, and move forward with greater confidence and balance.

My approach is centred on creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative space where you feel comfortable to be yourself. I draw on evidence-based practices alongside my experience in mental and physical health to support you holistically.

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Right For You

Who This Support Is For

This service may be helpful if you:

  • Feel stressed, anxious, or emotionally overwhelmed.
  • Are going through a life change or transition.
  • Feel stuck, unsure, or lacking direction.
  • Want to improve your confidence or self-esteem,
  • Are experiencing low mood or loss of motivation.
  • Want a safe space to talk and reflect.
  • Are looking to improve your overall wellbeing.
  • If you are experiencing grief or loss

Counselling isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about having the space to explore what matters to you. My role is to support, guide, and walk alongside you as you navigate life’s challenges.

Support You Can Trust

How I Can Support You

Process your experience safely

Talk openly without judgment

Reduce anxiety and overwhelm

Rebuild confidence and trust

Support connection and wellbeing

Support from Someone Who Understands

Why Choose Me

  • Skilled Mental Health and Addiction Clinician.
  • Compassionate, Non-Judgmental Approach.
  • Personalised to You.
  • Flexible & Accessible Support.
  • Focus on Lasting Change.

“I combine professional knowledge with genuine care and understanding”.

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Testimonial

What my clients have said

  • Fiona’s coaching service guided me through a deep dig within my mind and this process really helped me understand and focus on what I really want for my future.
    Milena
  • Fiona has an innate ability to create safe spaces for personal growth and development. She is positive, motivating, and perceptive. For me, having Fiona in my corner to support and guide has been priceless.
    Lauren

  • I have found Fiona to be absolutely wonderful.

    She has helped me work through some challenges I have been facing and has given me helpful advice on how to overcome them. Fiona has a great way of asking the right questions—things I often have going through my head but don’t always know how to express.

    I always feel so much better after seeing her, and I genuinely look forward to our catch-ups. I’m very grateful for her support and guidance.
    Sally

  • I found Fiona through a school counsellor. She is amazing to talk to—very honest and easy to open up to about anything. I’ve struggled with learning, and she has helped me find different ways to work through it and given me opportunities to learn new things.

    She is always there to talk about anything and can help you find your path and move forward. She is very dedicated and truly amazing.
    Drew

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is counselling?

Counselling provides support for a wide range of life challenges, including stress, anxiety, low mood, and personal difficulties. It offers a safe space to talk and explore your thoughts and feelings.

You can talk about anything that feels important to you—there are no limits or expectations. This is your space to explore what’s on your mind.

No. You don’t need a specific issue or diagnosis. Many people come to counselling simply to gain clarity, support, or personal growth.

This varies depending on your needs. Some people benefit from a few sessions, while others prefer ongoing support.

Yes, all sessions are confidential, except in rare situations where there is a risk of harm, in line with professional guidelines.

Relapse can be part of the recovery process. Counselling provides a supportive space to understand what happened and help you move forward without judgment.

Yes, I offer both online and in-person sessions to suit your preferences.

That’s completely normal. I aim to create a warm and supportive environment where you can feel comfortable from the very first session.

Crisis Support

Please note that I am not a crisis or emergency service. 

For any mental health crisis, or physical health emergency, or immediate safety concern, please refer to the crisis support options below. If you are feeling. 

overwhelmed, unsafe or in a life-threatening emergency, please reach out to the appropriate service that can support you now, they are available 24/7.

Healthline : 0800611116
Need to Talk? :  Txt or call 1737
Emergency : 111

Mental Health Crisis Team

Wellington, Hutt Valley or Kapiti – 0800745477
Wairarapa – 0508432432

For other local crisis services, youth services, sexual harm support, family violence support, and mental health services across Aotearoa, please see page ten Mental Health Foundation National Helplines Directory.

Counselling Options

 

Introductory Conversation

If it’s your preference you are welcome to have an introductory conversation by phone or in person for up to 30 minutes. The purpose of this would be to see if you feel we are a good fit, and for me to answer any of your questions.

Cost

Sessions are for 60 minutes and cost $130.

Sessions are invoiced at the end of each session. You can pay by cash or internet banking. If paying by cash, please bring the exact amount as I don’t carry change.

You may choose to have counselling short or long term. You are welcome to pause if you prefer and start again whenever you wish.

Cancellations

If something comes up for you and you need to change or cancel, please give at least 24 hours’ notice wherever possible. If something comes up for you on the day unexpectedly, please let me know as soon as you can.  Missed appointments without 24 hours notice will usually incur a fee of the cost of the session for self-funded clients. If this situation becomes relevant, we will talk it through together.