Registered Psychotherapist

M.Sc. (Dist) Psyc., M.H Prac. (Psychotherapy)., ACP

PBANZ., MAPANZ., MNZPsS., NZACAP (Affl)., ACC Regd. (SCS)

I have been working in Private Practice since 2003. I have experience working with children, young people (their families) and adults who have experienced sexual abuse, anxiety disorders, family conflict, depression, parenting concerns, loss and grief.

Through the building of a therapeutic relationship, healing is possible.

My research for my Masters Degree (Psychology) was carried out on self-esteem and relationships, an area I continue to be interested in and pay attention to in my ongoing work with clients. I am committed to and passionate about working from a family systems’ perspective to support children and their families.

I also have a Master of Health Practice in Advanced Psychotherapy Practice, which includes a qualification in Clinical Supervision. Contact me if you are interested in clinical or professional supervision services.

My Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP) qualification was achieved through the Association of Pyschotherapists Aotearoa New Zealand.

email: admin@harakekecentre.co.nz

Publication:
Kavanagh, P., Robins, S., & Ellis, B. (2010). The mating sociometer: A regulatory mechanism for mating aspirations. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 99 (1), 120-132.