Kia Ora, My name is Jem and I am a relatively new counsellor. My strengths within counselling are within trauma informed practices, working with diverse populations/experiences, identity struggles, grief, loss via suicide and overcoming adversity. I got drawn into working with Aoake te Ra in 2024 and I’m so grateful for this mahi - it’s my privilege to provide assistance to those walking a pathway that I once navigated myself, and to provide some hope in an area of struggle and darkness. I tend to work within a pluralistic model; meaning we work together to build a flexible plan that suits your lifestyle and strengths, and I’ll provide you a range of options to choose from. If I’m not the best provider for you, please be sure to check out our other providers; at the end of the day, counselling is for you!
All the best,
- Jem