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North Shore Sex TherapistTherapist and Specialist in Sexual
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I have a wealth of experience in mental health issues and have worked extensively with individuals affected by:
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Sex TherapyI am a sex therapist and specialist in intimacy and sexuality. I offer therapy to individuals presenting with a wide range of emotional and sexual intimacy difficulties. I have a particular interest in working with people who have sexuality concerns such as atypical sexual practices, loss of interest in sex, erectile problems, sexual addiction (OCSB) problems (including pornography addiction/compulsion), at risk sexual behaviours, diversity of sexual practice, sexual functioning and sexual identity or orientation, and gender dysphoria. My practice also includes working with individuals rebuilding their lives after recovery after sexual abuse, traumatic experiences and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
My focus is on an authentic and conscious presence. I am practical, and I often use humour. I draw on a variety of counselling modalities to assist clients to engage consciously and authentically to themselves as well as to others.  |
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“I met Louise on the back of a dramatic and emotional revelation to my wife about my addiction to internet porn. Since then Louise has guided me through understanding the causes my habit, working with my thoughts, feelings and emotions. She has enabled me to learn about how the brain works, and its enormous power to rewire, relearn and ultimately repair. She has helped me uncover the most hurtful things that have happened to me in my past and understand the damage that this has done to me. She has put me on a path to healing myself for me, for my wife, for our relationship and for our children. She has given me hope when it felt that there was no hope. Louise has a flexible roadmap, is a great expert, and can reach out to give support when it is most needed; however you should expect to work hard for you to help your own recovery. Louise will give you hope and your own route to freedom and restoration, but ultimately you must decide to walk down the path yourself. I strongly recommend that you do”. Anonymous.
This video from TV3 is a nice educative summary of how porn use can become addictive and actually change your brain
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Is Sex Therapy for You?Couples have such busy lives today that they often find it challenging to fit sex into their hectic schedules. For these couples it is perfectly normal to go through long periods without any lovemaking. They might not be in the mood, or they might be too tired.It is, however, if you experience the lack of sexual desire for physical or emotional reasons that sex therapy could be helpful or beneficial for you. Although it is not easy for many people to discuss the most intimate sex concerns or issues with a health professional, it has become more socially acceptable today to seek help or treatment for sexually related issues. |
What is Sex Therapy?Nothing of a physical or sexual nature transpires in the sex therapy consultation. Sex therapy is exclusively talk therapy and does not involve any physical contact at all (this is different from the therapy offered by sexual surrogates who can involve physical contact as a recognized aspect of the therapy that they offer). |
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The Sensate Focus MethodSensate focus is a very popular technique applied in sex therapy to treat specific sexual problems. This technique is often used where there is a lack of intimacy caused by a variety of reasons or issues, and is used by the couple in the comfort of their own home. It involves exercises where couples massage or caress one another without any sexual contact. The ultimate goal here is to provide both participants the feeling of safety in each other’s company, and also to respectively learn to receive and to give pleasure, and involves all the senses. When participants become more comfortable with each other through Sensate focus, they move to the next stage which involves genital stimulation. By applying this technique couples often discover new and exciting ways to experience and explore pleasure without having sexual intercourse per se. This in particular could be a great connection for individuals that may have had debilitating surgery or medical conditions.Using exercises in sex therapy can often evoke or trigger feelings or fears. These are explored in therapy. Individuals who are experiencing sexual identity issues, and gender dysphoria would most likely focus and explore feelings and emotions during the exercises. This will also be the case for people who have experienced some trauma in the past. For the majority of couples, however, the focus remains on achieving greater intimacy, and in improving and enhancing communication in the relationship. |
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Life CoachingIn coaching, the focus is on helping you make changes and accomplish the goals that really matter to you. When you clear the emotional and mental clutter, you will be able to find your passion, and hear the perfect answer bubbling up from within you!I can assist you in your journey and help you to reach your full potential. Coaching is accomplished by using many tools specially designed to bring about timely results and positive outcomes in goal setting, value determination and problem solving. Coaching can be achieved around one or many agendas, whether personal or professional. You will discover how to identify your purpose with clarity, sustain growth and enhance your relationships and communication skills. The focus is on evolving and manifesting your potential.If you're feeling trapped in your life, unsatisfied and uninspired, it might be time for you to turn the page and have a new beginning.  |
Counselling Approaches I UseI draw from these counselling methods on an individual basis depending on your issues, need and focus:
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About LouiseLouise holds a Bachelor of Science (BCur), Masters of Education (Counselling, Hons), Dip Psych., Graduate Certificate in Career Counselling, Diploma in Career Guidance, and a Diploma Life Coaching.
I have worked as a counsellor in New Zealand for the past 18 years, and have been in private practice for the past 8 years. I work with adolescents, adults and couples, and relate well to individuals of all cultures. I have significant experience as a Secondary School Counsellor, and have also worked as a Mental Health Nurse in a variety of Mental Health settings in New Zealand in the past 20 years. I qualified in the specialist field of Sex Therapy, and am a of Member of Asia-Oceania Federation of Sexology (AOFS). I am a Rotarian and have been involved in volunteer work in the community for nearly two decades. Recently I was the Director of Youth at the Mount Maunganui Rotary Club. |
 Registrations and MembershipsMember of the NZ Association of Counsellors (MNZAC)
ACC Registered Counsellor (ISSC) ACC Registered Sex Therapist Registered Comprehensive Nurse (RCpN) Member of NZ Nurses Organization (NZNO) Member of Nursing Council of NZ (NCNZ) Member Heartmath NZ Member of Asia-Oceania Federation of Sexology (AOFS) |
Appointments10 am - 7 pm Mon - SatLanguagesI am fluent in English and Afrikaans |
Fees$165 per 1 hour session.ACC Registered for Sexual Abuse Counselling Cancellation or postponement of an appointment with less than 24 hours notice will incur the cost of the scheduled session fee. Payment OptionsCash or Internet Banking |
Practice LocationsRothesay BayNorth Shore Auckland, 0630 Counselling and Coaching available online via Skype |
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