Inward Journey Counselling — Counselor in Christchurch, E9
Phone+64221696569
Websiteinwardjourneycounselling.org
Vanessa (she/her) is a trauma therapist and counsellor based in Christchurch, Aotearoa. She works with adolescents and adults navigating the impacts of trauma, dissociation, neurodivergence, identity, grief, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions. Her approach is trauma-informed, evidence-based, and relational, focusing on understanding protective patterns and nervous system regulation rather than fixing perceived problems. Vanessa incorporates creative, experiential, and body-based approaches alongside traditional talking therapy. She is registered with the New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC) and offers online sessions across New Zealand.
Best for
- Individuals with trauma
- Neurodivergent clients
- LGBTQIA+ individuals
- Those experiencing overwhelm
| Key services | Trauma therapy, Counselling, EMDR, IFS, DBT, Online sessions |
| Languages | English |
| Tags | trauma therapist, counsellor, christchurch, neurodivergence, lgbtqia+, anxiety, dissociation, nzac registered, online therapy, pākehā therapist |
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