Practitioners
Shaystah offers consultancy, professional supervision, and clinical services.
She is registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board under the ‘Clinical Psychologist’ scope of practice. She is a member of both the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists and the New Zealand Psychological Society.
Consultancy: Shaystah provides wide-ranging consultation to government and non-government organisations, and has been a member of governance and ministerial advisory groups.
Supervision: Shaystah supervises a range of professionals including Psychologists, lawyers, and medical professionals.
Clinical Services: Her therapy approach draws from a range of evidence-based psychological approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR).
Mara is a Registered Creative Arts Therapist. She is an insatiable creative herself and believes creativity is an inherent human trait that we can tap into for holistic wellbeing. Mara is a certified Mindful Self-Compassion teacher and Mindfulness and compassion inform and support her practice. Mara uses combinations of multi-media visual arts, writing, movement, and music as each modality has unique ways in which it can help tap into our inner wisdom for healing. She also has level 2 training in Sandtray and symbol work, and has a wonderful Sandtray collection available for you. Mara has a special interest in working with people that are living with chronic pain and other chronic conditions. She has personal experience with this and knows the power that the creative arts, mindfulness, and compassion hold for healing from the struggle chronic pain presents in our lives.
Indra brings a wealth of experience and a passion for mental health care to our team, having spent several years in the mental health industry.
With a deep understanding of the challenges individuals may face when seeking mental health support, Indra is always available to answer your questions, guide you through the process, and help you find the most suitable care for your needs.
Feel free to reach out to Indra with any inquiries or concerns you may have. She is here to listen, support, and ensure your journey towards better mental health is as smooth as possible..
With a deep understanding of the challenges individuals may face when seeking mental health support, Indra is always available to answer your questions, guide you through the process, and help you find the most suitable care for your needs.
Feel free to reach out to Indra with any inquiries or concerns you may have. She is here to listen, support, and ensure your journey towards better mental health is as smooth as possible..
Kia ora, I’m Rose. I’m a clinical psychologist registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board and a Fellow of the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists. I trained at Otago University and have been working, mainly in specialist mental health services, since the mid-1990s.
I work with both adults and young people (often alongside their families) and use approaches that are practical, evidence-based, and tailored to each person. Some of the main therapies I draw on are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). I often start with ACT, as it helps people focus on what really matters to them and find ways to move forward, even in the middle of pain or difficulty.
Over the years, I’ve supported people with a wide range of challenges. My particular areas of interest include anxiety, depression, psychosis, maternal mental health, emotion regulation, complex trauma, self-injury, and adjusting to chronic health conditions. I have a special focus on ME/CFS and autonomic nervous system conditions.
At the heart of my work is helping people build lives that feel meaningful and connected — whatever struggles they may be facing.
I work with both adults and young people (often alongside their families) and use approaches that are practical, evidence-based, and tailored to each person. Some of the main therapies I draw on are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). I often start with ACT, as it helps people focus on what really matters to them and find ways to move forward, even in the middle of pain or difficulty.
Over the years, I’ve supported people with a wide range of challenges. My particular areas of interest include anxiety, depression, psychosis, maternal mental health, emotion regulation, complex trauma, self-injury, and adjusting to chronic health conditions. I have a special focus on ME/CFS and autonomic nervous system conditions.
At the heart of my work is helping people build lives that feel meaningful and connected — whatever struggles they may be facing.
Sally is a medical doctor and fellow of the Royal Australian and NZ College of Psychiatrists
(RANZCP). She is a member of the Faculty of Old Age Psychiatry and has extensive experience in working with people in later life who experience mental distress. As a sensitive and skilled clinician and listener, she is passionate about using a strengths-based, integrated model of care, as offered at The Dunes Practice. She is a skilled prescriber (and sometimes de-prescriber) of medications for adults of all ages, working closely with the client, whanau, and general practitioner to achieve best practice and outcome. She is also trained in therapeutic modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Sally is an expert in carrying out capacity assessments and legal reports for Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) and PPPR processes. Collaborating with an applied linguist, she developed a programme on the value of shared reading for people living with dementia and has published five dementia-friendly books, adapted from classic literature. (See https://dovetalepress.com/.) She is the founder of the not-for-profit Younger Onset Dementia Aotearoa Trust (YODAT), which provides advocacy and services for younger people diagnosed with dementia. (See https://www.yodat.org.nz/.)
(RANZCP). She is a member of the Faculty of Old Age Psychiatry and has extensive experience in working with people in later life who experience mental distress. As a sensitive and skilled clinician and listener, she is passionate about using a strengths-based, integrated model of care, as offered at The Dunes Practice. She is a skilled prescriber (and sometimes de-prescriber) of medications for adults of all ages, working closely with the client, whanau, and general practitioner to achieve best practice and outcome. She is also trained in therapeutic modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Sally is an expert in carrying out capacity assessments and legal reports for Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) and PPPR processes. Collaborating with an applied linguist, she developed a programme on the value of shared reading for people living with dementia and has published five dementia-friendly books, adapted from classic literature. (See https://dovetalepress.com/.) She is the founder of the not-for-profit Younger Onset Dementia Aotearoa Trust (YODAT), which provides advocacy and services for younger people diagnosed with dementia. (See https://www.yodat.org.nz/.)
Specialist area: Neuropsychological assessment after stroke, and neuropsychological rehabilitation services.
Anne is a registered Clinical Psychologist who enjoys working with a wide range of neuropsychological conditions. She has been working in neuropsychology in both rehabilitation and assessments in Finland, where she is still specialising in Neuropsychology at the University of Helsinki. Anne moved to Wellington in the end of 2023 and is working at Te Whatu Ora as a clinical psychologist in Neurology and Rehabilitation. She is also completing her PhD in clinical neuropsychology, studying cognitive outcomes in Cerebral Small Vessel Disease (University of Helsinki). She uses different therapeutic modalities depending on the needs of the individual. Anne is specifically interested in neurological conditions (stroke, different neurological conditions including neurodegenerative illnesses). She has experience in assessments and rehabilitation for adults.
Anne is a registered Clinical Psychologist who enjoys working with a wide range of neuropsychological conditions. She has been working in neuropsychology in both rehabilitation and assessments in Finland, where she is still specialising in Neuropsychology at the University of Helsinki. Anne moved to Wellington in the end of 2023 and is working at Te Whatu Ora as a clinical psychologist in Neurology and Rehabilitation. She is also completing her PhD in clinical neuropsychology, studying cognitive outcomes in Cerebral Small Vessel Disease (University of Helsinki). She uses different therapeutic modalities depending on the needs of the individual. Anne is specifically interested in neurological conditions (stroke, different neurological conditions including neurodegenerative illnesses). She has experience in assessments and rehabilitation for adults.
Limited availability on request
Michael is a consultant psychiatrist with a focus on supporting adults experiencing mood disorders, psychosis, and substance use difficulties. He has a particular interest in helping people recover from bipolar affective disorder and psychotic episodes, and he draws on his advanced training in cognitive behavioural therapy to support individuals living with anxiety and related challenges.
Michael is strongly committed to recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care. He has published work exploring the consumer rights movement in mental health and believes in person-centred, individualised care built on mutual respect and genuine collaboration.
Michael also provides diagnostic assessments and treatment for autism in adults. His approach is strengths-based, working alongside clients to achieve their goals.
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I am a clinical psychologist from West Auckland and recently moved to Wellington after finishing my doctoral training. I have clinical and research experience working with young people, women, and diverse populations. Some of the issues I have supported people with include depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, relationship problems, and life transitions.
As well as addressing specific problems, therapy can be a place to learn to grow more resilient to the difficulties of life. Therapy is a collaboration between my clinical knowledge and your expertise and values.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I have special interest in cultural matters and identity, having researched the cultural competency of Tauiwi.
I am available Thursday and Friday for face to face consultation.
I am a clinical psychologist from West Auckland and recently moved to Wellington after finishing my doctoral training. I have clinical and research experience working with young people, women, and diverse populations. Some of the issues I have supported people with include depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, relationship problems, and life transitions.
As well as addressing specific problems, therapy can be a place to learn to grow more resilient to the difficulties of life. Therapy is a collaboration between my clinical knowledge and your expertise and values.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I have special interest in cultural matters and identity, having researched the cultural competency of Tauiwi.
I am available Thursday and Friday for face to face consultation.
Dr Amer is a psychiatrist and Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. She has worked in the DHB in a variety of psychiatric specialties before practicing as a Consultant Psychiatrist in a community mental health service in the Hutt Valley.
Huma has experience in the assessment of a wide range of mental health issues in adults, including depression, anxiety, psychoses, adjustment to grief or loss, trauma-related issues and self-harm behaviours.
Huma has experience in the assessment of a wide range of mental health issues in adults, including depression, anxiety, psychoses, adjustment to grief or loss, trauma-related issues and self-harm behaviours.
Gloria offers clinical psychology services grounded in a commitment to social justice.
Gloria (Kāi Tahu, Pākehā, she/her) is registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board under the ‘Clinical Psychologist’ scope of practice and is a member of both the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists and He Paiaka Tōtara (Māori psychologists).
She is particularly interested in supporting people struggling with eating and body image difficulties, low mood, anxiety, and navigating the impacts of trauma. Gloria draws on a range of evidence-based psychological approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy, and mātauranga Māori.
Gloria has previously worked in community mental health services, specialist eating disorder services, and care and protection settings. She provides rainbow-affirming care.
Gloria is available on Tuesdays for face-to-face or online consultation.
Gloria (Kāi Tahu, Pākehā, she/her) is registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board under the ‘Clinical Psychologist’ scope of practice and is a member of both the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists and He Paiaka Tōtara (Māori psychologists).
She is particularly interested in supporting people struggling with eating and body image difficulties, low mood, anxiety, and navigating the impacts of trauma. Gloria draws on a range of evidence-based psychological approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy, and mātauranga Māori.
Gloria has previously worked in community mental health services, specialist eating disorder services, and care and protection settings. She provides rainbow-affirming care.
Gloria is available on Tuesdays for face-to-face or online consultation.