ស្វាគមន៍. Welcome. Nau mai.
I understand that seeking counselling can be a difficult decision, and I hope to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and supported. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is crucial for the success of counselling, so I prioritise building a trusting and collaborative relationship. Pluralistically trained, I draw on different counselling modalities with the aim to empower you to find your own solutions and make meaningful changes.
My therapeutic style is grounded in the belief that each person has their own unique experiences and perspectives, and I work collaboratively to understand your worldview. I invite and welcome clients from all backgrounds and identities.
Areas of Special Interest
- trauma
- anxiety & low mood
- challenges with mental health & wellbeing
- self-esteem
- life transitions
- perinatal distress, including infertility
- longer-term therapy
- family issues
About Me
I’m Teresa, I am Khmer/Pākeha, and my pronouns are she/her.
I was born and raised in Te Awakairangi (Lower Hutt), where I still reside with my teen and primary-aged children, husband, and our extended whānau (multigenerational living!).
My mum arrived in Aotearoa as a refugee from Cambodia in the early 80s. I grew up with a small handful of whānau who survived the Pol Pot regime. The experiences that I’ve heard and the experiences I’ve lived led me to pursue the counselling vocation.
My personal experiences as a parent, a person of mixed ethnicity, and someone who has faced trauma hold great value to me. They enrich my practice and understanding of the many intersections within society that affect our lives in different ways.
FAQs
Registration and Qualifications
- Provisional Member New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC)
- Bachelor of Counselling and Addictions Practice
- Diploma of Health Psychology
Fees
- $110 including GST per hour.
- I offer a limited number of reduced fee sessions, please enquire.
First session
This first session is an opportunity to ask questions, and for us to talk about whether you think we could work well together. It’s important to me that you find a counsellor you connect with. If that’s not me, I will try to recommend someone else. I'll ask questions to better understand why you're seeking counselling, what issues you want to address, and what goals you hope to achieve through counselling.
Availability and Location
- Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. 9:30 am-6:00 pm
- Limited Monday/Tuesday availability.
I work during the school terms, as follows:
- Term One: 31 Jan - 6 April
- Term Two: 24 April - 30 June
- Term Three: 17 July - 22 Sept
- Term Four: 9 Oct - 15 Dec
In person: My office is located in central Lower Hutt, a short walk from Queensgate Mall. Elevator access and plenty of parking in the surrounding area, including a car park building.
Online: Online: counselling offers the convenience of being able to meet from the comfort of your home or office.
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Cnr Laings Rd & Queens Dr, Hutt Central, Lower Hutt 5010
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https://hillcounselling.com
December, 2024
Saturday
August 26,2019
- Tuesday
- 9:00am - 10:00am
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