Kirstyn Mitchell

- Registered Psychologist

- Masters of Educational Psychology (Honours)
- Graduate Diploma in CBT (Distinction)

"I have always known I would email you when I could tell you I was in a much better place in my life. Well I think I'm nearly there! So, I just wanted to thank you, as without your support, at my very worst times, I would not have gotten to where I am today. I will always be grateful that I was lucky enough to have found you as my counsellor for that year, and will not forget your brilliant guidance and advice. The Polar bear still comes in useful!"

"It's my birthday today so am reflecting a tad more than usual on the time gone by – and am feeling particularly proud of myself (if I could be so blatantly honest LOL). So I felt I had to send you yet another BIG thank you note for all the work you did with me. I have continued working off that strong foundation we built together and have been pushing myself a little everyday, and intend to do so for years to come. (I) am attracting the right people and building some strong long lasting relationships, and am getting immense satisfaction from it all. No intention of falling into past bad habits, and am trying to work through my current ones – which are pretty manageable. It's not all perfect, but its all so OK. I do go back to our sessions to get me through some hard times – and just thought that you should know this and that all is well at my end. Hope things are well with you too."

Fees are listed in the Schedule below. Fees start from your appointment time. If the client wishes to extend the session, assuming it is possible to do so, the rate will be pro-rated. All fees are inclusive of GST.

- Standard session 50 minutes $230
- Standard session 90 minutes $345
- Gottman Couples Assessment Session 90 minutes $320
- Emergency out of hours session at The Counsellors 50 minutes $400
- Emergency out of hours services offsite 50 minutes $450
- Skype Sessions 50 minutes $230
- Skype session 90 minutes $345
- Report Writing $230 per hour (min charge 1 hr)

We accept payment in the form of Cash or Bank Transfer at the end of each session. Packages may be arranged at the first appointment.

Please provide a minimum of 24 hours notice if you cannot attend your appointment. Failure to do may result in being charged for the session.

In 2001 I was awarded a Masters of Educational psychology (Honours), at which time I was also employed by the Taylor centre (a community mental health centre run by Auckland District Health Board New Zealand). Since then I have undertaken further post graduate study and completed the post graduate diploma in CBT with Distinction, Gottman Method Couples’ Therapy Level I,II and III, and a Certificate in DBT . My clinical practice is such that I can evaluate and treat clients within these frameworks (CBT, Gottman & DBT). I am able to work with adolescents, adults, and couples.

While employed at the Taylor centre my primary focus was on the early intervention of first episode psychosis, where often I worked with complex and co morbid diagnoses. Not only did I provide intensive intervention for young clients with first episode psychosis and their families, but I also provided CBT sessions for clients with both axis one and two diagnoses.

I am experienced in treating depression, anxiety, anger and stress management issues, addictions, phobia. I often run group therapy sessions for depression, anxiety, eating disorders and addiction (alcohol, drugs, gambling and sex).

I left NZ in 2004 and lived and worked in the Asia Pacific region as an expatriate until my return to NZ in March 2015. Over this time, I expanded my skill set to meet the needs of my clients. I have extensive experience working with personality disorders, infidelity, communication problems between partners, and intimacy issues. I have a deep understanding of the many issues and difficulties surrounding the relocation of a family internationally.