About me



I have had two rewarding careers, initially as an Information Technology Professional in the health sector, and then in the Social Services field as a Counsellor, Supervisor, and Manager. My career change came about due to life experiences and a wish to assist people on a more personal level.


Philippa

Qualifications:

  • Diploma in Counselling, Christchurch Polytechnic, Christchurch
  • Certificate in Professional Mentoring and Supervision, Unitec, Auckland
  • Certificate in Grief Support, Lois Tonkin, Grief Counselling and Grief Education

Experience:

  • Qualified Counsellor since 2001
  • Qualified Supervisor since 2007
  • Experience as Counsellor in organisations working with Addictions (alcohol and other drugs, gambling)
  • Experience as a Counsellor in an organisation specialising in working with Domestic Violence
  • Experience as a Client Services Manager in a Social Services Agency
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) Counselling

Professional Memberships:

  • Member of New Zealand Association of Counsellors (MNZAC)
  • Accredited Clinical Supervisor, Addiction Practitioners' Assn. Aotearoa NZ (DAPAANZ)

As a member of NZAC and DAPAANZ I am committed to ongoing professional development.



Approach and Methodology:

The mix of my training and varied experiences has provided me with a strong foundation as I work in partnership with clients as they work toward their goals. I am able to integrate counselling modalities and theories to meet client’s unique needs. This may include the following:


  • Client Centred Therapy
  • Strengths Based Practice
  • Attachment Theory
  • Solution Focused Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing

I offer my respect, empathy and knowledge. If you are looking for a Counsellor or Supervisor in the Auckland area or via video or phone I hope you will contact me. I look forward to the possibility of working with you.

Specialising In:

  • Grief and loss
  • Alcohol and other drugs related issues
  • Gambling related issues
  • Depression and anxiety
  • Family violence
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Relationships – personal and professional
  • Life changes—expected and unexpected
  • Stress—personal and work related