Wendy Hill
I bring a wealth of experience to my counselling, having worked with families, couples and individuals for more than twenty years. I hold a Diploma in Social Work and in Counselling and have certificates in Supervision and Family Ministry. I am particularly interested in grief and loss and other life changing events. I am also available to counsel for decision making in an unexpected pregnancy and can offer post abortion counselling.
I take an integrated approach in my work, including CBT, person-centred and narrative therapy. I consider the Christian values of compassion and openness an important characteristic to my life and try to reflect these within my practice.
I adhere to the NZCCA Code of ethics and have regular supervision.
Shona Maslin
I'm a Pakeha Kiwi born in Southland. I have been married for over 35 years and have four adult children. I currently have seven mokopuna. Straight from school I trained as a nurse and then a midwife. While my children where at home I became involved in fostering and pastoral care. I have my Diploma in Counselling and I'm a full member of the NZCCA (New Zealand Christian Counselling Association). I use a model of counselling called ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy).My passion is in working with adults and couples to grow 'bigger lives'
I work with the code of ethics found in the NZCCA and attend regular supervision.
Laurette Locke
Ngati Kahungunu ki Wairoa, Rongomaiwahine
BC, BEd (Primary), DipAdEd, NDH
“I love to hear people’s stories and to journey safely with them in working towards their goals.”
I was born and raised in the Hutt Valley. I am married, we have four adult children and ten grandchildren.
Before retraining in counselling, my career was based in horticulture, teaching and conservation.
I am a self-employed counsellor, based in Upper Hutt. I specialise in working with adults and young people in the areas of
anxiety, grief, loss, change, self-worth, and relational issues. I am also trained in post- abortion counselling.
I work with my clients to determine the counselling approaches that are most effective in helping them achieve their goals,
drawing from Person-Centred, CBT, Narrative and Systemic Therapy models. A wealth of life experience informs my practice.
Faith in Jesus Christ is foundational to my life, which in my work is embodied through exercising the Christian values
of compassion, trust, and hope.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Counselling
Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Diploma in Adult Education
National Diploma in Horticulture
Affiliations
Provisional member of the New Zealand Christian Counsellors Association.
I adhere to their Code of Ethics and Practice which includes regular supervision.
Halina Black
Kia Ora,
My name is Halina and I am in the second year of my counselling degree.
I live in Petone with my husband and three dogs who fill the house now that our family is grown up.
Life can be challenging at times, and I believe everyone deserves to live their best life no matter their past challenges. A crisis can be a turning point. I am passionate about walking alongside people as they draw on their own strengths to grow and develop a kete of personal tools using person-centered counselling and other therapies. I have regular clinical and cultural supervision.
My name is Halina and I am in the second year of my counselling degree.
I live in Petone with my husband and three dogs who fill the house now that our family is grown up.
Life can be challenging at times, and I believe everyone deserves to live their best life no matter their past challenges. A crisis can be a turning point. I am passionate about walking alongside people as they draw on their own strengths to grow and develop a kete of personal tools using person-centered counselling and other therapies. I have regular clinical and cultural supervision.
Jade Conway
I'm Jade and I am currently in my 3rd year of counselling training.
I have a family with 3 kids, aged 12-16 years and a background in youth work.
My experience includes supporting people through tough mental health experiences, amplifying my empathy for any struggle in life and being passionate about coming alongside people on their journey for healing and hope.
This desire has been strengthened through my client work. It is an honour to support people through their own process and I aim to create a safe space to provide the capacity needed for this. I draw on a foundation of person-centred, narrative therapy approaches and CBT skills to support you in what has been happening for you and exploring a way through collaboratively.
I have regular supervision and I am a student affiliate of NZAC and NZCCA.
I have a family with 3 kids, aged 12-16 years and a background in youth work.
My experience includes supporting people through tough mental health experiences, amplifying my empathy for any struggle in life and being passionate about coming alongside people on their journey for healing and hope.
This desire has been strengthened through my client work. It is an honour to support people through their own process and I aim to create a safe space to provide the capacity needed for this. I draw on a foundation of person-centred, narrative therapy approaches and CBT skills to support you in what has been happening for you and exploring a way through collaboratively.
I have regular supervision and I am a student affiliate of NZAC and NZCCA.