THRIVE 360
Welcome. I’m Sarel, a registered counsellor with NZAC, holding a degree in Psychology and a deep commitment to supporting individuals through life’s most challenging experiences. My practice is based in Tauranga & Hamilton, where I offer face-to-face counselling in a private, safe, and inviting office space—designed to feel welcoming, warm, and supportive from the moment you arrive.
I specialise in working with clients who have experienced trauma, relationship difficulties, sexual abuse, career challenges, and general mental health concerns, offering a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore pain, build understanding, and find pathways to healing. I understand how past experiences can affect your present life, and I aim to support you in reconnecting with your strengths, resilience, and sense of self.
My approach integrates both evidence-based psychological practices and culturally responsive frameworks. I work with Māori supervision and draw on Te Whare Tapa Whā, ensuring a holistic understanding of well-being that honours the balance of taha wairua (spiritual), taha hinengaro (mental), taha tinana (physical), and taha whānau (family/social).
I utilise a range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Narrative Therapy, tailoring my approach to meet each client’s unique needs and preferences.
In our sessions, you will find a space where you can safely explore difficult emotions, process complex experiences, and develop strategies to cope and thrive. Whether you are navigating grief, trauma, relational challenges, career transitions, or general mental health concerns, my aim is to provide support that is empathetic, professional, and tailored to your unique journey.
Your path to healing is unique, and I am here to walk alongside you, providing guidance, understanding, and professional support in a private and welcoming Tauranga/Hamilton environment.
Online Therapy
Online Therapy at My Practice
At my practice, I offer online counselling sessions using Microsoft Teams in a secure and confidential environment. Online therapy provides the same quality of support as face-to-face sessions, allowing you to engage in counselling from the comfort of your own home or another safe space.
All sessions are conducted with full consent and in accordance with ethical guidelines and supported by a health system, ensuring your privacy and wellbeing are protected. During sessions, you will receive the same compassionate, professional support as in-person counselling, with tailored interventions to help you explore emotions, work through challenges, and develop coping strategies.
Online therapy is suitable for clients who prefer remote access due to location, mobility, or convenience, while maintaining the same standards of safety, confidentiality, and therapeutic care.
- NZAC – New Zealand Association of Counsellors
- NZAPP – New Zealand Association of Positive Psychology
- ACC – Accident Compensation Corporation
- Lifekeepers Certified
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