I am a registered creative arts therapist (AThR, ANZACATA). In addition to traditional talk therapy I utilize arts-based, somatic and mindful tools to support my clients in their healing and self-exploration journey.
My approach is informed by Humanistic and Jungian Psychology, Polyvagal and Attachment Theory, Mindfulness, Hakomi, Sensory-Motor Psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, Nonviolent Communication (NVC), and Ecopsychology.
I am primarily working with female adults and have a particular interest in supporting clients to cope with the impacts of trauma, abuse, grief, depression, anxiety and anger issues, life transitions, migration, spiritual crisis, stress, burnout, eco-anxiety, chronic fatigue, autoimmunity.
I speak English, German and Russian. I am steeped in all three cultures through my extensive time living in Russia, Germany, and since 6 years in New Zealand.
Prior to working together, either in the introductory meeting or via email the client will be asked to fill out a “new client” intake and consent form.
The first couple of session are an opportunity to get to know each other and see if we both feel like we are a good fit. In the initial stages we will discuss your reasons for seeking therapy, your needs and goals and will establish some basic agreements in working together.
No previous experience or knowledge in the field of art, dance or mindfulness are necessary.
I arrange the necessary working materials and props for the session, unless the clients have a material/prop they want to work with and bring it to the session.
I am based in Wanaka and work from my own office/studio space. Online sessions are possible with prior arrangements.
Fees
I am a registered ACC Sensitive Claims provider. If you are a survivor of sexual abuse and seek support, the cost of therapy will be covered by ACC. Please reach out to discuss details.
For my private clients, offer a sliding scale to accommodate different incomes.
Individual: $130-160 per 1 hour session (all prices in NZD).
Please feel free to contact me via the contact form to arrange an online non-binding, free introductory meeting (up to 20min).
Cancellation Policy
After booking a session with me the client won’t be charged for cancellations made up to 48 hours prior to the session. For cancellations less than 48 hours prior to session you will be charged 50% of the fee.
Please discuss with me if you need to make any special arrangements.
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