Gottman Method Couples Therapists in Auckland, New Zealand

I am Kristen Bayliss, Registered psychologist. If you are struggling with uncertainty and doubt, fear and anxiety and a rollercoaster of emotions and issues linked to major life challenges such as relationship or career, grief &loss, starting a family & parenting issues I am ready to help you. If you have been struggling with these issues your whole life I am the therapist for you as my approach is to go a little deeper and help you understand your ineffective patterns towards a reset. I use my years of experience along with tried and trusted techniques to help people work through pain and create a life they love. After 20+ years doing this work I still love meeting and helping new clients and am inspired by their progress every day.

At Mind Health, we understand that life can throw unexpected challenges your way, and seeking support is a brave step. Based in Parramatta, Sydney, our friendly team of psychologists and allied health professionals is here to walk alongside you on your journey to better mental well-being. We offer both face-to-face sessions and convenient telehealth options, making it easier for you to access the help you need, no matter where you are. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, we tailor our evidence-based therapies to suit your unique situation. Our holistic HEALTHY framework focuses on practical self-care strategies, emotional resilience, and fostering healthy connections. At Mind Health, we're not just about addressing challenges; we're about empowering you to lead a fulfilling and balanced life.

Auckland houses the majority of New Zealand's therapy community, with practitioners concentrated in Parnell, Remuera, Grey Lynn, and the North Shore. The city's housing affordability crisis — one of the worst in the world relative to income — is a persistent source of financial anxiety, and therapists frequently address housing stress, displacement, and the difficulty of achieving stability in one of the world's most expensive property markets. Auckland's large Pasifika and Māori populations require therapists with cultural competence around Indigenous mental health, collectivist family systems, and the historical trauma of colonisation. Te Whatu Ora — Health New Zealand provides public mental health services, with a growing private therapy community serving those with health insurance or the capacity to self-fund.

Gender ID

	67%	Female
	33%	Male

Session Type

100%

In Person and Online

Top Specialties

100%	Addictions or Substance Abuse
100%	Autism and Asperger's
100%	Body Image
100%	Divorce
100%	Domestic Abuse or Violence
100%	LGBTQ+ Issues
100%	Loss or Grief

Ages Served

100%	Adult
100%	Senior
100%	Young Adult
50%	Children
50%	Teen

Client Focus

100%	LGBTQ+
100%	Men
100%	Women
50%	Asian
50%	Black / African American

Gottman Method Couples therapists in Auckland, New Zealand NZ

Kristen Bayliss

Mind Health

Gottman Method Couples Therapy therapists in Auckland, New Zealand Statistics

Average years in practice

Accept insurance

Offer sliding scale