Counselling Services
A Collaborative and Respectful Approach with Paula Moneypenny
Counselling provides an opportunity to engage in a thoughtful and caring conversation that fosters personal reflection, respect and learning. My approach is collaborative, recognising and valuing your own knowledge, agency and inner resources. Together, we uncover and strengthen what supports and sustains you in your life.
How I Work
From a narrative therapeutic foundation I offer a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach tailored to each client’s needs. I work with individuals experiencing a range of challenges, including:
Stress and anxiety
Depression
Grief and loss
ASD - Austism Spectrum Disorder
ADHD - Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
ABI - Acquired brain injury
PTSD and trauma recovery
Low self-esteem and self-worth
Bullying and relational challenges
Anger and emotional regulation
My Therapeutic Approach
I integrate a variety of evidence-based therapeutic models, including:
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy & Polyvagal Therapy – Helping clients understand and regulate their nervous system responses, particularly for trauma recovery.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – Supporting mindfulness, cognitive flexibility and values-based decision-making.
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) – Building self-compassion to counter self-criticism and enhance emotional resilience.
Inner Child & Parts Work – Exploring past experiences to heal attachment wounds and foster self-acceptance.
Mindful self-compassion – Combining mindfulness and self-compassion to enhance emotional well-being through fostering a non-judgmental awareness of experiences and responding with kindness during difficult times.
Ecotherapy – Harnesses the healing power of being in nature to enhance mental well-being.
CBT – Identifies and changes unhelpful behaviours, thought patterns and emotional states.
DBT – Focusses on emotional regulation, acceptance and coping strategies.
Clinical trauma treatment – Process and heal from traumatic experiences.
Transactional Analysis – Helps to understand and alter unhelpful behaviours.
Breathwork - Returning to a state of emotional regulation through breathwork.
Who I Work With
I provide counselling and support for:
Children and young people
Adults and families
Groups and workshops
Practitioners in health and social services (professional supervision)
Counsellors & Psychologists (clinical supervision)
Clients are welcome to include support people, family members or others who may contribute to their therapeutic journey.
Our Sessions
Sessions are available in person, via phone or through secure online platforms (Zoom, WhatsApp, etc.), ensuring accessibility and flexibility.
Confidentiality
Confidentiality is a cornerstone of my practice. All sessions are private, and information is not disclosed without consent, except where required by law or to prevent harm. I adhere to the ethical guidelines set by the New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC).
Hours:
Tuesday to Friday - 10am to 5pm
Address:
23 Jellicoe Drive, Hamilton East
Contact
Phone: 021 179 2909
Email: paula@paulamoneypenny.co.nz