Kōwhai Therapeutic Services
A Counselling Service in Wellington
Professional, compassionate counselling for individuals, couples, and families
Welcome to Kōwhai Therapeutic Services. We provide professional counselling for people experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship strain, burnout, grief, or major life changes.
We’re based in Tawa, Wellington, and also offer secure online counselling across Aotearoa New Zealand.
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Counselling that feels human and actually helps
Counselling isn’t about being “fixed”. It’s about having a calm, confidential space to:
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make sense of what you’re carrying
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learn practical tools to manage emotions and stress
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improve relationships and communication
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rebuild confidence and direction
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process difficult experiences safely
We work in a way that is evidence-based, trauma-informed, and tailored to you.
Choose the support that fits
At Kōwhai Therapeutic Services, we offer different pathways into support, so you can choose what best suits your needs, preferences, and circumstances.
Individual, Family & Couples Counselling
Professional counselling tailored to your life and relationships
Support for:
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anxiety and stress
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depression and low mood
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burnout and work pressure
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trauma, grief, and loss
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identity and confidence
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relationship, family, and parenting challenges
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life transitions and major change
Available in person in Tawa, Wellington, and online across New Zealand.
Reduced price counselling with a student counsellor
Accessible, lower‑cost counselling with close professional oversight
Student counsellors offer:
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supportive, goal‑focused counselling
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a calm and confidential space to talk
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evidence‑based approaches under supervision
This option can be a good fit if:
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cost is a barrier
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you are looking for short‑term or exploratory support
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you feel comfortable working with a counsellor in training
All student counsellors are closely supervised by an experienced clinician
Art Therapy with a student counsellor
Creative therapy, when talking, feels hard
Art therapy uses creative processes (such as drawing, painting, or making) to support emotional expression and healing. No artistic skill is required.
Art therapy can support:
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emotional regulation
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trauma and grief processing
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identity exploration
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stress and overwhelm
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children, young people, and adults who struggle to talk about feelings
All student counsellors are closely supervised by an experienced clinician
Accessible counselling options
We offer sliding-scale fees based on counsellor experience and your situation, where available.
If cost is a barrier, reach out, and we’ll talk through options.