Louise Pryde | Creative Therapist
Louise Pryde | Counsellor
My passion is to work alongside you to gain insight into building a life that is meaningful and fulfilling for you. I am deeply committed to providing the skills and tools to assist you in managing the challenges you are experiencing in your life effectively.
Client Types:
Adults. Female
Rangatahi (Adolescence) Male and female
Tamariki (Children) Male and female
Practice Locations
Whakatane, Bay of Plenty Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Contact
To contact Louise email: referrals@yourfocus.co.nz
Counselling / Therapy Services
Each session is tailored to meet the personal therapeutic needs of each client. The therapeutic approaches I draw on include Narrative, Creative Arts Therapy, Trauma Centred Counselling, CBT and Person-Centred. Te whare tapa wha model is also incorporated throughout.
Counselling / Therapy Approach
My approach to therapy is warm, caring and client-centred. I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental environment for you to share your concerns. I assist you in gaining insights into the underlying patterns in the area of concern. I am passionate about helping you build your emotional resilience to enable you to work through your challenges, thus empowering you to make more informed choices to allow for a change in your life. I am committed to providing you with evidence-based skills and tools to effectively manage your challenges with a focus on health and well-being.
Registrations and Professional Memberships
ANZACATA (Professional membership)
New Zealand Association of Counselling (Full Membership)
ACC Registered Counsellor for Sensitive Claims
I AM HOPE Registered Counsellor/ Arts Therapist
WINZ Registered Counsellor
Qualifications
Masters of Creative Arts Therapy (Clinical)
Bachelor of Counselling (Narrative/CBT)
Bachelor of Teaching (Primary)