Memberships : NZAC, DAPAANZ, PANZA
Qualifications : DipPsychosynthesis Cnslng; GradDip Addiction Studies; Cert Supervision; Mast.Education; Dip Teaching
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Bill's approach to counselling is holistic because people experience their lives in many ways. Bill has been counselling now for over 12 years as both a general counsellor and alcohol and other drug (AOD) counsellor. He honours a person’s path to self discovery as a unique experience, his aim is to help a person have a better life and be happy.
Memberships : MANZASW
Qualifications : DipSoc&ComWk
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Jan has 20 years experience working with couples and individuals.
Memberships : NZAC
Qualifications : BSWk, Cert ADCouns, DipCAPsy
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Marian has worked as a counsellor since 1997 in the Southland area. Coming from both a town and farming background has helped Marian understand the diversity of challenges faced by the people of the area. As a Southlander she is committed to the welfare of the people and the growth and productivity of the region.
Memberships : ANZASW
Qualifications : DipSocWk
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Marion has a background in health and has over 15 years experience in Social Work and Counselling. Marion also have contracts with ACC (sensitive claims), Family Court (Relationship Counselling) and CYFS.
Memberships : NZAC
Qualifications : DipCouns
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In her counselling work, Merren uses a combination of person-centred methods, cognitive-behavioural therapy and interactive drawing therapy. Merren has also developed a specialist area in working with people experiencing loss and grief through her hospice work.
Memberships : NZAC
Qualifications : Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling)
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Shirleen is an experienced counsellor who is passionate about empowering others towards their personal growth, self-awareness and healing. She is of Ngati Tuwharetoa decent and works sensitively across cultures. On a personal note, Shirleen loves to travel, exploring and adventure. She grew up in Taumarunui in the King Country and have been living in Invercargill since 2017.