Lineé van der Meer

I am an Auckland-based clinical psychologist who offers in-person as well as online psychotherapy to adults and couples.

Therapy is a place where you get to listen to yourself and be listened to. My job as a therapist is to hold a supportive space for you where you are allowed to show up exactly as you are, and where all of you is welcome.

Who do I work with?

I have a special interest in working with couples and individuals dealing with issues related to relationships and sex.

When it comes to couples therapy, I work with a wide range of issues, but areas that I have a particular interest in include sexual issues like desire discrepancy and loss of sexual pleasure and enjoyment, lack of emotional intimacy, infidelity and affairs.

How do I work?

My therapy approach is eclectic and determined by what will best suit my client/s and their unique needs. I draw mainly on psychodynamic, person-centred and CBT theory and techniques. With couples, I work with the Developmental Model. 

In addition, much of my work is informed by attachment theory, polyvagal theory and somatic psychology. For healing to happen, we must first feel safe in our bodies. My goal is to help clients to become more embodied and develop their ability to navigate their nervous systems. This puts them in a better, more empowered position to work with their wounds and challenges and ultimately supports them to live with more ease.

I view issues and challenges brought to therapy through a holistic lens and believe that body, mind and spirit are all equally important for optimal well-being.

Coming to therapy is a big step and takes courage. My aim is to support you to feel comfortable, safe and at ease as you embark on your therapy journey.

My background and experience

I completed my training in South Africa in 2010, where I worked in a public psychiatric hospital and private practice, before moving to New Zealand in 2013. I have since worked at a sexual violence support agency and in private practice, and have also taken some time off in between to raise my kids.

I’m registered with the New Zealand Psychologist Board and a member of the New Zealand Psychological Society.