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Counselling and Psychologists

Counselling options for families and disabled people.

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Counselling

If you’re concerned about your mental wellbeing or the mental wellbeing of someone you care for, the best starting point is usually your GP (family doctor). GPs are trained to assess, treat and support you to manage your mental health. They can also refer you to community mental health services or specialist, if needed.

Options for free or low cost mental wellbeing support:

  • To find low cost or free counselling in your area search the Family Services Directory, wellbeingsupport.health.nz, or contact your local Citizen Advice Bureau (CAB).
  • Your GP or health practitioner can link you to local low-cost services. They can also support you to apply for a WINZ disability allowance that may include access to up to 10 free counselling sessions or to additional funding, if recommended.
  • If you are in paid employment, you may have access to free confidential counselling through your company’s employee assistance programme (EAP) provider – talk to your employer.
  • Most tertiary institutes (e.g., universities, Te Wānanga o Aotearoa) offer free counselling services.
  • Local Women’s or Men’s Centres may have details of local low-cost counselling practices or offer low-cost counselling themselves.
  • Local youth centres often have health hubs that offer counselling services.
  • ACC funds support following sexual violence, if it occurred in New Zealand. Visit the Find Support website to find an ACC-registered therapist.

Updated 9/4/2026 from https://mentalhealth.org.nz/help/accessing-mental-health-services

Following is a listing of public and private counsellors and pyschologists who may be able to support you.

 

Ires Romijn – Private Counsellor

Ires works on the North Shore. Her approach is collaborative and neurodiversity-affirming, supporting young people with areas such as anxiety, emotional regulation, self-understanding and identity, confidence, relationships, and navigating life changes and everyday challenges. Where helpful, she also works alongside parents and caregivers while respecting the young person’s privacy and autonomy.

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Iwona Kotowska-Livaja – Psychologist

Supports individuals to work through life challenges with an experienced and supportive psychological approach.

021 329 924 Send Email
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JAK Therapies – Natasha Delgarno

JAK Therapies provides neurodiversity-affirming counselling with a particular focus on autistic and neurodivergent adults, young people aged 16+, couples and parents of autistic children. Counsellor Natasha Delgarno also has experience with ADHD, Tourette's syndrome and PDA, and offers appointments in Rosedale and online.

021 393 846 Send Email
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KidzHealth

KidzHealth is an Auckland private paediatric practice providing medical assessment and care for babies, children and adolescents. Clare Stanley's work includes developmental and general paediatrics, although the practice has advised that some neurodevelopmental and behavioural referrals may be restricted because of demand.

View Website 09 524 4333 Send Email
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Mai Lighthouse

Mai Lighthouse supports individuals and whānau across Franklin and North Waikato through counselling, social work, parenting support and financial mentoring. It also provides medical transport, legal advice and assistance accessing government and community services, helping people improve their wellbeing and independence.

View Website 09 238 6233 Send Email
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Mi’Te Psychology

Mi’Te Psychology provides psychological support for children, young people, adults and families, with particular experience in autism, ADHD, global developmental delay and behavioural concerns. The practice also provides support for anxiety, depression, parenting and family wellbeing, and can work alongside schools, health providers and other services supporting the person.

View Website 021 216 2582 Send Email