Ms Kay Ingamells

Are you struggling with personal challenges or relationship or family problems, grief, anxiety or overwhelm? In our sessions you will move beyond problems to create inspiring new possibilities and solutions. I will bring you warmth, understanding and a light-hearted, solution-focused approach. As we work through whatever problems are bothering you, we will bring back your hope and your belief in what is possible for you in life. I can also help you to connect with others and heal relationships.

Since 2003 I have been trained one-on-one and supervised by David Epston, one of the world’s leading therapists, and the co-inventor of Narrative Therapy. I have published and presented widely about my work. I draw mostly on Narrative Therapy and incorporate Solution Focused Brief Therapy, The Journey Process, and other approaches in which I am trained, as needed. I am experienced with: *Anxiety *Family therapy *Women's issues including menopause, being a single parent, blended families and dating. *Relationship issues *Couples therapy *Childhood problems including separation anxiety, anxiety, fears, school issues, bullying, eating disorders, behavioural problems, parenting issues, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), stealing, blended family issues, sibling issues etc. *Adolescent problems *Grief and loss *Gender and sexuality issues *Career and workplace issues *Parenting *Eating disorders ....and other issues I am a full member of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC) I am also a trained family therapist, child therapist, and Journey Practitioner. Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have at [email protected].

Funding Options: Free counselling if your employer is registered with Clearhead or Ignite. Free sessions for young people aged 5-25 years may be available through I am Hope/Gumboot Friday if funding is an issue. I am a provider with Victim Support. Please contact Victim Support if you think you may be eligible.