I completed my PhD and Postgraduate Diploma of Clinical Psychology at Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka | The University of Otago. I have a background working at a Kaupapa Māori secondary level mental health service, which means I have experience supporting whānau with complex mental health needs.

My therapeutic style is heavily informed by my previous work at a Kaupapa Māori service.

I use an integrative approach to therapy, meaning I draw on several therapeutic approaches to make a personalised plan according to your goals. Generally, my therapy prioritises having an affirmative and supportive space to work through emotional challenges, learn new skills, and better understand yourself.

I work relationally, meaning a focus of my therapy is building a positive therapeutic relationship where clients and I can show up authentically. I believe authentic relationships in therapy are a great place to support you in building healthy, connected relationships within your life.

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)

Schema Therapy

Typically, we will spend the initial session getting to know each other, and I will hear from you about your goals for therapy, the challenges you're facing and together we will come up with a therapeutic plan.