OCD Therapists in Wellington, New Zealand

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can disrupt daily life with persistent, unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviours. At Mind Health, our experienced clinicians offer evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), to help individuals manage and alleviate OCD symptoms. By addressing the underlying factors contributing to obsessions and compulsions, we aim to empower clients with effective coping strategies, enhancing their overall well-being and daily functioning.

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. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) behaviours can lead to feelings of embarrassment and shame, often leading to isolation from others. It can also have further unwanted negative effects on health and happiness within. 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 to assist you further where requested. I am able to utilise specific somatic (mind/body) therapy techniques within the therapy session to support greater healing of the underlying and often subconscious cause. These gentle but effective techniques create a new positive sense of self. My aim is to assist you with your life difficulties from obsessive compulsive behaviours 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.

Gain insight into the OCD and address any of the unwanted consequences of the condition.

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.

Gender ID

	50%	Female
	50%	Male

Session Type

	67%	In Person and Online
	33%	Online Only

Top Treatment Approaches

67%	Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
67%	Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
67%	Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
67%	Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
67%	Eclectic Therapy
67%	Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
67%	Existential / Humanistic Therapy

Ages Served

100%	Adult
100%	Senior
100%	Teen
100%	Young Adult
33%	Children

Client Focus

100%	Asian
100%	Black / African American
100%	Buddhist
100%	Christian
100%	Hindu

OCD therapists in Wellington, New Zealand NZ

Mind Health

Gaye Mallinson - Somatic Psychotherapies

Chris Chicoteau