Addictions therapists in Wellington, New Zealand NZ
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Substance Abuse
Kristen Bayliss
Psychologist, Registered Psychologist, BSc, MA
The misuse of alcohol and other drugs can have a damaging impact on individuals, families and communities. Therapies we utilise include behavioural therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy and motivational interviewing. We look at at the whole person to support, evaluate and treat as well as any co-occurring mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.
28 Years Experience
Online in Wellington, New Zealand
Substance Abuse
Mind Health
Psychologist, Psychologists & Allied Health Experts
We offer compassionate, evidence-based support for individuals facing addictions and substance abuse challenges. Our experienced team provides therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address underlying causes and develop effective coping strategies. We understand the complexities of addiction and are committed to guiding you towards a healthier, more fulfilling life.
22 Years Experience
Online in Wellington, New Zealand
Substance Abuse
Brett Hall - Therapy for Deep Change
Registered Psychotherapist, Bsc - PSYCH/Neuro, Grad. Dip Gestalt Therapy
Addiction can feel like a battle you're fighting alone, caught between wanting to change and feeling pulled back into old patterns. If substances have taken more from your life than you'd like to admit, let's work together to help you find a different way forward.
The first step in working with addiction is understanding that this isn't a matter of willpower or moral failing. It's a way your mind and body learned to cope with pain. In a supportive, non-judgmental space, we'll explore what's underneath the addiction, and build a foundation of accountability and self-compassion that actually holds. My approach honours both the seriousness of recovery and your capacity to heal.
You don't have to do this alone. Let's take the first step toward freedom and a life that feels more like your own.
8 Years Experience
Online in Wellington, New Zealand (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Shareen Birges
Registered Social Worker, BASS, GDYMH, MSW
I have worked with both young people & adults with substance misuse/abuse issues & those with diagnosed addictive behaviour. Using motivational interviewing & elements of CBT, I work with a person-centred & strengths based approach to tailor treatment to the personal needs of the individual & their significant others. I understand that recovery can be difficult & how important it is to move at the pace of the indiviudal seeking support. I work on the basis that relapse is part of the process & as discouraging as this can be, it is important to use these set backs as a learning opportunity to better enable the individual to make recovery stick the next time around.
18 Years Experience
Online in Wellington, New Zealand
Substance Abuse
Gaye Mallinson - Somatic Psychotherapies
Counsellor/Therapist, B.Soc.Ser. (Couns) Dist, Dip. Couns, Trauma Informed Yoga Cert, Pranayama Cert, Nidra Cert
I work primarily from a Rogerian or Person-Centred Therapy (PCT) approach using a conversational style listening patiently to you, always with empathy, genuineness and without judgement, to help find the solutions you desire for your life whilst adjusting my techniques to fit your needs within each session.
My focus is in supporting harm minimisation strategies that can feel practical for your circumstances. I understand that abstinence is not always the goal for every individual and this is not a focus unless you desire this particular goal. I can also utilise various assessments to measure the severity of a specific problem, as well as determining your progress within therapy. I can provide a copy of these for your doctor or other treatment provider to assist you further where requested.
My aim is to then assist you with your life difficulties to restore balance, happiness and inner peace with various techniques of 'talk therapy' and somatic (mind/body) healing methods, along with offering practical strategies that may be useful where suitable and desired by you. Whatever you are going through, know that there is hope - Let me help you find that hope.
11 Years Experience
Online in Wellington, New Zealand (Online Only)
Wellington is New Zealand's compact capital city and home to the national public service, creating a therapy landscape shaped by the particular stresses of government and policy careers — including burnout, moral injury, and the pressures of politically visible work. The city has a high concentration of university-educated professionals who generally view therapy as a normal part of self-care, and demand for longer-term therapeutic work is relatively strong. Wellington Regional Hospital provides institutional mental health services, with a private therapy community serving Thorndon, Kelburn, Mount Victoria, and the inner suburbs. Wellington's smaller size relative to Auckland means specialist therapist availability can be limited, and telehealth has become an important option for residents seeking a specific type of match.
Addictions therapists in Wellington, New Zealand Statistics
Addictions therapists in Wellington, New Zealand average 14 years of experience. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (75%), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) (75%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (75%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Accept insurance
50%
Offer sliding scale
63%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 75% |
In Person and Online |
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| 25% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 75% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 75% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 75% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 63% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 63% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 63% | Gestalt Therapy |
| 50% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 88% | Adult |
| 88% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Senior |
| 63% | Teen |
| 50% | Children |
Client Focus
| 88% | LGBTQ+ |
| 88% | Men |
| 75% | Women |
| 63% | Military / Veterans |
| 63% | Pacific Islander |