About me
Kia ora,
I’m Heather, a Holistic Counsellor based in Wellington, New Zealand.
I’ve been supporting clients with their emotional health since 2006, and over the years I’ve become deeply interested in how our nervous system, emotions, and past experiences shape the way we feel day to day. This has guided me towards a trauma-informed approach that supports people to feel safer within themselves and better able to cope with everyday life.
How I work
I’ve trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches. Clinical EFT has been a central part of my work since 2006 because of how effectively it helps calm the nervous system, ease emotional distress, and support meaningful change.
I integrate Clinical EFT and other mind-body approaches into counselling sessions in a collaborative way, guided by what feels most helpful for you. Many clients find this combination helps them feel more resilient, grounded and regulated.
My qualifications and training
I’m committed to ongoing professional development, and my work is supported by formal qualifications as well as training in trauma-informed and mind-body approaches, including:
- Diploma in Health and Human Behaviour
- Diploma in Holistic Counselling
- Certified Clinical EFT Practitioner – view certificate
- Certified Energy Psychology Practitioner – view certificate
- Certified Trauma-Sensitive HeartMath® Practitioner – view certificate
- Clinically Certified HeartMath® Practitioner for Stress, Anxiety, and Self-Regulation – view certificate
- Tapping Out of Trauma™ 1.0 graduate
- Tapping Out of Trauma™ 2.0 graduate
- Energy, Trauma, and Healing course
- Advanced EFT Training, Dr. Pat Carrington
- EFT Training Levels 1-3, Gary Craig Approved
- Certificate in Mental Health and Nutrition
- Reiki I and II
I have been a full member of the International Institute of Complementary Therapists (IICT) since 2020.
My approach and inspiration
I have a lifelong passion for learning, and I draw on ideas from leading clinicians, researchers, and thought leaders in trauma healing and mind-body science, including:
- Dr. Dawson Church
- Dr. Stephen Porges
- Dr. Bessel van der Kolk
- Dr. Peter Levine
- Dr. Gabor Maté
- Dr. Joe Dispenza
- Dr. Bruce Lipton
Their work has influenced how I understand the connection between the nervous system, emotions, and healing, and continues to inform my approach.
Outside of my practice, I enjoy spending time in nature and maintaining daily practices such as meditation, breathwork, and calisthenics to stay centred and balanced.
Giving back
Giving back is important to me, and that’s why I volunteer with Stress Solution.
This global initiative provides free trauma-informed support for active military, veterans, and their families. As a volunteer practitioner, I can offer EFT Tapping and HeartMath® sessions to those that qualify in New Zealand and internationally.
I also support:
- Inner Science Research – a non-profit organisation dedicated to researching the biological and physiological effects of meditation on the human body.
- Orange Sky Aotearoa – a service offering free laundry, warm showers, and genuine kōrero to people experiencing homelessness.
Tapping Away My Worries
I wrote the book Tapping Away My Worries to offer children, parents, and teachers a simple and effective way to use EFT Tapping as a supportive self-help tool.
When children learn to regulate their emotions, they feel more confident, resilient, and capable of handling life’s challenges.
Considering counselling or therapy?
If you’re looking for support, I offer sessions via Zoom or phone to clients across Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia. Many people begin by booking a free 15-minute consultation, which gives us a chance to talk a little about what you’re experiencing and to see if we’re a good fit.
Working online allows you to access professional help from the comfort and convenience of your own home. I also offer in-person HeartMath® sessions at my office in Lower Hutt.
Book your free 15-minute consultation
Let’s talk about what’s going on for you and how we might work together.
