Andre Stanton

Kia ora, I’m Andre – he/him/ia

I’m a qualified and experienced counsellor based in Wellington. My approach is gentle, down-to-earth, and focused on helping people make sense of what’s happening in their lives. I work from a person-centred, trauma-informed perspective — which means we move at your pace, with care for your unique story, values, and culture. 

I work alongside people navigating pain, self-doubt, stress, change, identity, relationships, or past struggles and experiences that still echo in the present. These can show up as depression, anxiety, or other forms of mental and emotional distress. 

Together, we create a space to gain clarity, build self-trust, and explore new ways of being. I see counselling as a collaborative process where small, steady shifts can lead to lasting and meaningful change.

Background

I was born and raised in Christchurch, and I have called Wellington home for over fifteen years. I bring both professional and lived experience to my work. Having personally navigated trauma and periods of disconnection and struggle, I understand what it’s like to feel out of rhythm, overwhelmed by the pace of life, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve oneself.

These experiences inform my empathy and help me meet people with genuine curiosity and respect for the complexity of being human. They’ve shaped a counselling style that is gentle, collaborative, and grounded in compassion.

My Rudolf Steiner education and mixed NZ European / South African Indian heritage have instilled values of creativity, connection, and balance that naturally flow into my work.

I hold a Bachelor of Counselling and a Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science (Addictions), and I’m a member of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC). My professional experience includes roles within Wellington City Mission, Te Awakairangi Health Network, and Kāpiti Youth Support, where I’ve worked with adults and young people aged 12 and over, navigating change, identity, and emotional distress. My personal journey as a client of counselling and psychotherapy has strengthened my ability to be helpful and focused in my approach to providing therapy to others.

Availability

I am accepting new clients at my practice in central Wellington, both ACC and self-funding.