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IN PERSON SESSIONS / REMOTE SESSIONS
WELLINGTON AND WANAKA
My professionally accredited training and experience enables me to work with adults, adolescents, couples and families on a short-term focused or goal-orientated basis, as well as an open-ended longer term basis to enable us to explore personal challenges at a deeper level. It is so important for you to have a robust connection with your counsellor as counselling can be challenging at times and you will find the best results through your commitment and engagement.
I help individuals develop insight and acquire tools that will enable them to lead more fulfilled and balanced lives.
My Counselling Services include:
individual counselling
60min - $135
Individual counselling is a one-on-one discussion between the counselor and the client, who is the person seeking treatment. This therapeutic alliance is an important part of the process that supports people to resolve personal, social, or psychological challenges and difficulties. My goal is to enable people to see things more clearly, to support them to focus on positive thoughts, feelings and behaviours, to facilitate positive and meaningful change.
Couples counselling
60min - $160
Couple counselling is a process that supports couples to gain a greater awareness and understanding of patterns within the relationship. Counselling provides the support and encouragement to put the new learning, skills and strategies into practice. This process is both challenging and rewarding for the couple that are ready to take these steps. Are you ready?
AOD counselling
60min - $135
AOD Counselling can take different forms, most often in one-to-one but is also available in a couple, family and group format. In whatever modality counselling is undertaken, it provides the client and/or their family, with an opportunity to discuss their relationship with the problem, substance or behaviour and it's impact on their life and those around them. Is AOD counselling right for you? Click the learn more button or contact me to discuss.
Group Services
Prices depending on Services
Group services can take many forms depending on need. A therapeutic group can be structured or freeform and be tailored for specific issues such as: maladaptive behaviour, anxiety or depression. Alternatively a workshop could provide a one-off training around a certain topic, such as relationships in the workplace. I am happy to discuss your needs and formulate a group or training that meets your needs.
supervision
60min - $140
Clinical supervision is crucial for counsellors, AOD practitioners and other allied health professionals. It is important that supervision is provided by an experienced practitioner or counsellor, who has been trained in supervision. Supervision is about supporting, guiding and providing feedback and reflection. I believe that for professional growth to occur, supervision needs to be dynamic and transformational.
Testimonials:
I went to Deborah to help with some behavioural issues. I had been struggling for a very, very long time. These behaviours had ruined my life in so many ways, I was a shell of a person just getting by.
I took charge and got medication for my ADD, and went to Deborah to get guidance on behaviours.
She helped me immensely, her simple and practical approach really got me on track. I still use what she had taught me and check myself just about every day.
I don't let the behaviours control me anymore, I'm now one step ahead, instead of being one step behind.
Thanks again Deborah.
Taking the first step
To take the first step, get in touch with me by calling me or filling out the contact form. During our call, we will discuss your preferences and availability and schedule the first consultation at a time that is convenient for you. During the first consultation, you can confidentially share as much or as little information as you feel comfortable sharing. It is a time for us to get to know each other. I’ll open the conversation to your present concerns and goals and I encourage you to ask questions and can talk about your background, childhood and any medical issues.
My job as counsellor is to help you to find clarity and direction.
About me
The foundation for my work is Client Centered Practice. As its name implies, client-centered practice places significant focus on you, the client. A core tenet of client-centered therapy is that people are inclined to move toward healing and growth; thus, my role as a client-centered counsellor, is to establish an atmosphere in which you, the client, can discover the answers and solutions that you have been looking for.
“MY COMMITMENT IS TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL, CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS AND THEIR FAMILIES TO MAKE PURPOSEFUL CHANGE IN THEIR LIVES”
Safe environment
Deborah Stuart Counselling and Supervision is conveniently located in downtown Wellington, on Woodward Street. In a comfortable and serene atmosphere, I provide a highly personalized approach tailored to your individual needs.
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