My name is Tony, counsellor in New Plymouth. I have worked in social services for over 20 years. I am well skilled in working with individuals or couples to find their direction.
I have been involved with complex mental health, addictions, co-existing problems, high-risk family harm, and management of community agencies and teams.
I am:
Well skilled with difficulties that require a well-balanced approach. I have worked with many ethnicities, ages & stages, victims and perpetrators of violence.Non-judgmental, because I sincerely believe people want to have a better, happy life. It just sometimes, we don't know how to.Also an artist and musician, and will use art therapy as a process to release and open the doorway to healing.A member of DAPAANZ and adhere to their code of ethics.I believe in a holistic approach, which covers all aspects of your life. I use several approaches to suit who I'm working with. I am well-grounded with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, hypnotherapy, and Te Whare Tapa Wha.
Counselling & Life CoachingYou're welcome for:
General counselling Counselling can be useful for anyone who wants to explore the way they're thinking or feeling further, as well as for anyone experiencing a problem or issue they are keen to resolve.
Life Coaching I can help you grow by analysing your current situation, identifying limiting beliefs and other potential challenges and obstacles you face by devising a custom plan of action, designed to help you achieve specific outcomes in your life.
Relationship counselling To rebuild a relationship or marriage that may have unraveled, you first must be prepared to tear down the old foundations and build some new ones. This will need true authenticity, honesty, trust, and most of all, improved communication skills.
Even if you're not a good communicator, I'll guide you. You will have homework, and that is the area of most importance. You get out what you put in, as it's not just enough coming to see me; it's what you take away and apply into your daily life that proves most effective.
Would you like to know more or make an appointment? Feel free to contact me.
Online Therapy I offer online counselling and therapy with ZOOM video call.
Qualifications and RegistrationsDiploma in Life Coaching (2 years NZQA)Diploma in Mental Health (2 years NZQA)Diploma in Applied Addictions Counselling (2 years NZQA)I am registered with DAPANZ and work closely with addiction issues. Addiction comes in many forms; our focus is Alcohol and Substances. You may wish to become abstinent, or you want to manage your choices well and reduce the harm.
Anger Management Anger management isn't about never getting angry. Instead, it involves learning how to recognize, cope with, and express your anger in healthy and productive ways. Anger management is a skill that everyone can learn. And, there's always room for improvement.
Family Harm I have worked in high, low, medium/high risk family harm extensively. However, to begin counselling, the risk must be addressed first, before attending counselling.
Trauma The most crucial goals of trauma therapy are typically:To face the reality of the past event without getting stuck in itTo reduce or eliminate trauma symptomsTo work towards shifting focus from the past to the presentTo improve daily functioningRaise awareness of hereditary traumaTo reclaim your personal powerTo overcome addictions associated with traumatic stressTo gain skills that prevent relapseContact MeDo you want to make an appointment or do you have a question? Send a message.
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