Catherine Burbery

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Counsellor & Therapist (MNZAC)

Wellington


Catherine's has extensive experience (over 14 years) working with clients on a broad range of issues . Her clients come from both the public and private sectors. Catherine is qualified and experienced in working with the treatment of addictions and is registered as a member of The Drug and Alcohol Practitioners Association Aotearoa New Zealand. She is married with 5 adult children and several grandchildren.




SERVICES


Individual counselling to help you with:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Self esteem
  • Conflict and anger management skills
  • Trauma
  • Grief
  • Relationship issues
  • Life changes
  • Addiction

What to expect from counselling:

To be listened to empathetically.
To be supported in developing an understanding as to what is happening for you .
Catherine can help you develop the skills to manage the problems presenting.


The counselling process:

Catherine can also help you discover how the past patterns influence the present. These new insights create freedom to explore choices around change. This helps in the development of new skills to manage these changes. Self esteem and self confidence increases.


How I work:

Catherine uses a client centered, supportive approach as her primary therapeutic model. She may also use the following :
  • Psychodynamic counselling
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Narrative based Therapy
  • Interactive Drawing Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Transactional Analysis

Counselling can help you to:

  • Explore your emotions, thoughts and behavior.
  • Become more aware of yourself, your values and what motivates you.
  • Plan and set goals.
  • Improve your relationships.
  • Be more relaxed and manage stress.
  • Develop your sense of well-being.
  • To bring about change in your life.
  • Self care

The structure of counselling:

Sessions usually last one hour. Depending on the issues presenting, you may need to attend a small number of sessions or a greater number of sessions. This is usually discussed at the first or second session.


Fees:

$100.00 incl gst per hour session or by negotiation.


QUALIFICATION DETAILS

  • Fully qualified Member of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors (MNZAC)
  • Registered Member of The Drug and Alcohol Practitioners Association, Aotearoa New Zealand (DAPANZ)
  • Certified Alcohol and Drug Counsellor
  • Certified Clinical Supervisor




CONTACT INFORMATION

Address:    Level 2
                 150 Featherston Street
                 Wellington 6011
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Mobile:     (027) 241 7027

Email:       catherine.burbery@gmail.com









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