Alex
I was born and raised in Te-Whanganui-a-Tara and live her now with my wife and our cat Scrungle. I identify as queer and use she/her pronouns. Before discovering my passion for social work and therapy, I worked in the hospitality industry.
My approach to this work is deeply rooted in the belief that mental health is closely linked to social justice. I approach my practice with the understanding that the challenges we face are deeply interconnected with our social environments, and that one part of the therapy process is addressing these broader systemic issues.
In my free time, I love cooking and enjoying board games with friends. I also enjoy moments spent with my niece and nephew. If you ever connect with me online for a session, you might get a surprise visit from Scrungle, who has a habit of making her presence known during calls.
I encourage you to reach out if you have any questions or would like to learn more about how we can work together.
My approach
When you come to therapy to explore something difficult or troubling, we will begin by introducing ourselves to establish a connection and create a comfortable, open space for our work together.
I take a narrative-informed approach to therapy, which means I believe that the cultural stories, labels, and societal practices we encounter shape how we perceive ourselves and interact with the world. In our sessions, we will examine these dominant narratives and work together to uncover new, alternative stories for you to experience and understand yourself.
I work with people aged 18 and older.
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Therapist 〰️ Cooking enthusiast 〰️ Queer 〰️ Humorous 〰️
Professional background 00
I am a registered social worker and have been working in the field of sexualised violence for over four years. Prior to this I practiced with Community Mental Health for a number of years. I am currently in my final year of completing my Masters in Narrative Therapy. I have a postgraduate certificate in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I am registered with both the Social Work Registration Board and Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Work. I am also registered with ACC as a Sensitive Claims Provider for treatment.
Lastly, I provide supervision to fellow social workers and other health professionals - please get in touch if you would like more information on this.
Book a session with Alex
Sessions are 50 minutes and cost $150
Currently available on Monday - Friday between 9am and 5pm.
In-person or online
In-person sessions are in Wellington Central on The Terrace
To ask a question or request an appointment email: alex@qtc.org.nz
