Gaby Ugalde Therapy

“Shame dies when stories are told in safe places”
— Ann Voskamp

As an experienced counsellor, I offer a compassionate and supportive space where you can explore what matters most to you. I draw on a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to your unique goals. My role is to walk alongside you—offering insight, support, and practical tools—as you move toward meaningful change, always guided by your values, culture, and personal strengths.

I am committed to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. My practice is a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, and I offer inclusive, affirming care. I work respectfully with neurodiverse individuals, people of colour, and LGBTQ+ communities.

What You Can Expect in Our Sessions

• A non-judgemental and confidential space
  Everything we talk about stays between us. I offer a space where you can speak freely and honestly—without fear of being judged.
• Our conversations are centred on what matters most to you
  We’ll work together in a way that honours your voice, your pace, and your lived experience. You’ll be met with warmth, curiosity, and genuine care.
• Culturally responsive support
  I welcome and value the diverse cultural identities and experiences you bring. Our work together will always be guided by your values, beliefs, and the contexts that shape your life.
• A gentle exploration of what’s been getting in the way
  We’ll take time to understand habits, thoughts, or beliefs that no longer serve you, and create new ones that support you in the new reality you are creating.
• A growing sense of clarity, confidence, and possibility
  Counselling can help you feel more grounded and empowered in your choices, with a clearer sense of where you want to go and how to get there.

Therapeutic Approaches

I draw from a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches to support each person in a way that feels right for them. These include Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) as well as body-based therapeutic approaches like movement psychotherapy, somatic movement (Hanna school), yoga, and mindfulness.

My approach is also shaped by a deep respect for decolonial perspectives, social justice, and the power of radical self-care. These values guide how I show up in the therapy space—with care, curiosity, and a commitment to honouring your full humanity.