my story

I didn’t start as a counsellor – I started as a client. I had the experience of working with wonderful counsellors Barbara, Judy, and Ingrid who supported me through the grief for my mother and leave an abusive relationship.

I decided to train as a counsellor because those women were instrumental in changing my life and I wanted to train professionally so I could offer the same safe, transformative space to others.

Before my counselling degree, I also worked in corporate environments and as a care provider for the elderly and those with tetraplegia.

Violets are in memory of my Mum.
Violets are in memory of my Mum.

THE BEGINNING OF MY JOURNEY

My journey in the wellness space began in 2004 as a counsellor. After obtaining my Bachelor of Counselling, I spent five and a half years working with children, adolescents, and adults at a community agency in Wellington. In 2010, I transitioned into private practice and began working with students and staff at Hutt Intermediate School until 2019.
 

THE ADDITION OF laughter yoga

As my practice evolved, I continued to search for alternative ways to help people create lasting change. In February 2015, I introduced Laughter Yoga to my services. What started as a way to bring more joy into my own life quickly became a passion. For nine years, I ran a vibrant Laughter Yoga club in Upper Hutt, witnessing first hand how the combination of playfulness and yogic breathing could help people manage stress and improve their mental well-being.

This is me as a child having fun, playing and laughing...I was meant to do Laughter Yoga.
This is me as a child having fun, playing and laughing...I was meant to do Laughter Yoga.

a NEW CHAPTER IN TARANAKI

Taranaki has a way of calling you back. Originally from just outside Stratford in Stanley, and after many wonderful years in the Wellington region, I have now returned to beautiful Taranaki and proud to call New Plymouth home. It’s a privilege to be back offering online and in-person counselling at 44 Liardet Street and Laughter Yoga in my home region.
 
While my physical location has changed, my commitment to your well-being remains the same. I continue to offer a variety of transformative tools—including EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), PSYCH-K, and Matrix Reimprinting—to help you feel clearer, calmer and more empowered and of course Laughter Yoga to bring physical and emotional benefits as well.

HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER

I am available for:
  • In-Person Sessions: At my New Plymouth office – Level 2, 44 Liardet Street.
  • Online Sessions: Available via Google Meet for clients nationwide across Aotearoa.
  • Laughter Yoga: Classes, workshops and training in the Taranaki region.
Whether you are navigating grief, anxiety, or simply feel stuck, I invite you to reach out. I look forward to supporting you on your journey.

nzac

 “NZAC, the New Zealand Association of Counsellors / Te Roopu Kaiwhiriwhi o Aotearoa is the national professional association that acts for and with counsellors to monitor and improve the service they provide.”

I am a full registered member with NZAC. 

You can refer to the code of ethics on their website www.nzac.org.nz for further information.