Rachel Navanua
I was born in Narrm/Melbourne which is Wurundjeri country. My ancestors are from Ireland, Scotland, England and Spain. I moved to Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington in 2016 with my family and have been here since! I identify as queer and I’m comfortable with any and all pronouns. I love the outdoors and regularly go hiking, camping and play football. On many evenings I can be found enjoying a comedy, drag, or music gig in Wellington.
My approach
My therapeutic approach is eclectic and based on your specific needs and goals. I work transdiagnostically, which means that the focus is less on diagnostic labels and more about identifying and transforming the processes and factors that are keeping you stuck, so that you can thrive. I work with people for the length of time that is most helpful for them, whether that be a single session or up to 12 or more sessions. I usually work with people aged 18+ and appointments are generally available on a fortnightly basis.
Therapist
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Football player
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Sun lover
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Queer
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Therapist 〰️ Football player 〰️ Sun lover 〰️ Queer 〰️
I’ve worked as a mental health clinician and registered nurse for 11 years, including 6 years of talk therapy experience. I’ve trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. I’ve also studied community development and am passionate about engaging communities in supporting each other towards optimal health and quality of life.
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Book a session with Rachel
Sessions are 50 minutes and cost $150 for individuals and $190 for couples.
In-person or online via Google Meet or Zoom.
In-person sessions are in Wellington Central.
If you can’t find a session time that suits you, feel free to contact us with your request or email rachel@qtc.org.nz
