What do you offer?

1:1 Online Therapy
Eight Session Packages (1:1)
​This package consists of eight x 60 minute sessions once per week. I currently have 2 spots available. 
Upfront Investment: $999
​Payment Plan: $149/week
Single 1:1 Sessions
Prefer too pay as you go or like to begin by dipping in your toe? Then this is for you. Options: either 60 minutes for $159 or if you'd like a longer session: $199 for 90 minutes.
Investment $159 or $199
Small Group Coaching
'Free to Be ME' - Break free of Good Girl Syndrome
so you can finally feel comfortable being yourself
'Live' online group coaching to a small group of women around this pattern of growing up as the 'good' or 'nice' girl. To be part of this first heavily discounted 8 week programme beginning soon please join my priority list by clicking the button below and you'll be the first notified when doors open.

What are the potential benefits of working online?

Unsure about working online compared to working in person? I was initially too. I have however, been pleasantly surprised. As I explain in this video, aside from savings in time and fuel, not having to be concerned about anyone else knowing you are having therapy and not feeling uncomfortable about the potential for bumping into me in the street (unless you live in Golden Bay, NZ)... working online has an additional major benefit of you being able to be in a place where you feel safe and comfortable. This is incredibly important to developing resources within yourself during therapy so that we can then work at a deep and impactful level. This last factor, I believe outweighs working in person (provided you feel comfortable in your own home).

How many 1:1 sessions will l need?

Everyone and every situation is different so the number of sessions needed varies. Eight is a good starting point if you are ready and able to commit to this. Further packages can then be discussed and added on as needed. A single session is still worth investing in if you are not wanting (or in a position) to commit to a longer package, but it will likely be more of a taster of what is possible (and these sessions are not always available and may require a longer wait time).

​What do I need?

As sessions are online (via Zoom) you will need a...
  • computer or a tablet with a mouse or pen. It is possible to use a smart phone but this will restrict our ability to incorporate arts therapy into your sessions.
  • camera and microphone on your technology
  • good internet connection
  • safe and private space, free from interruptions
  • pen/paper and your choice of coloured drawing materials (we can and do use the whiteboard feature of Zoom, so don't stress if you don't have these), plus bits and pieces you might have/be able to find eg old magazines, 'junk' and natural materials/objects (you will be guided on all this before sessions).

What is Embodied processing?

Embodied Processing (EP) is a somatic technique where the focus is on the sensations within the body ('felt sense') that arise when a challenge, trigger and/or emotion is invited in. This sense is explored and processed so that the part of us that is expressing this sensation can be integrated back into us.

I have found arts therapy and embodied processing to be beautifully synergistic especially when there is a need to more deeply explore and/or integrate the felt sense. Arts therapy may also be used initially to help establish a feeling of safety in the body especially when this is challenging. This ability to find a sense of safety or support within us (resourcing) is crucial to the EP technique as it is used as a point to return too if or when the felt sense of the challenge/trigger/emotion becomes a bit too much. This ability to drop into one’s own body to find safety is also a fantastic skill to cultivate for improving one’s own wellbeing.

What is Arts therapy?

Arts therapy is a way of healing using creative arts based processes, differing from the talking therapies in that the focus is on making or creating with the arts and then gaining insight from those creations. Creations may include visual based art, sculpture, writing/poetry, movement and sound, often with two or more modalities used in one session.

Do l need to be good at art?

Not at all... NO arts-based skills are needed (see examples below).

What others have to say...

Joanne is able to hold a safe space for people to explore their emotions and learn to express themselves in a variety of ways. She allows people to feel comfortable in what can be an uncomfortable space; and is mindful of ensuring the right pace, adapting to what is needed in a session, and is very aware of the needs of each individual. Joanne is able to help people connect with what is important and facilitate a deep understanding of oneself.

Rebecca Scheibmair, Clinical Psychologist, NZ
It has been an incredible experience working with Joanne over our sessions.
 
Looking for new tools to support my journey I really loved the combination of arts therapy and embodied processing (EP). It provided me with such a grounded space to really explore some deeper emotions in such a beautiful gentle way.
 
Joanne held each session in such a gentle, compassionate way and allowed me to explore some really triggering layers that presented. She taught me some amazing resourcing tools that I will definitely keep for future use and loved how these made me feel. I can be quite fearful and reactive at times and this approach really made me feel safe and held and this is a space that I have not always known how to access.
 
I found using arts therapy was a fantastic way to express myself when I felt a lot of resistance using words and using the foundation of EP really allowed me to safely release all that was ready to come through. Using so many different approaches to art appealed to my inner child as did the various resourcing and grounding options that we explored.
 
I am very grateful for the sessions that we shared and feel that I have grown so much in the 6 weeks that we connected. I would recommend Joanne to anyone looking for a gentle approach to therapy that also needs a lot of safety and support from a body perspective. This combination is perfect!
 
Samantha Hallpike, Australia
Joanne has a beautiful kind and soft nature, I felt safe in her presence. Everything was an invitation and I felt like I could go at my own pace. She invited me to use my resource many times throughout the session and also reminded me to use it outside of sessions.

​Nicci, Queensland, Australia.
Joanne has such a beautiful presence. She held me so safely while she guided me to where I needed to go and helped me process what came up for me. It felt really intuitive and by the end of the session I felt so much more peace about the situation. If you are thinking about working with Joanne please do not hesitate, she really is wonderful.

​Dani, Northland, NZ 

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I had 6 sessions with Joanne and although I was initially apprehensive about the process, the insights and a-ha moments were profound and welcome. What was I apprehensive about? I’m no artist, I’m more the stick figure and “what the hell is that” person so I was unsure about how I would gain anything through arts therapy. The process Joanne led me through was easeful ….I’d like to say painless, but the revelations and healing was not pain-free - but I know I can’t heal without feeling and acknowledging the pain.

I highly recommend Joanne - if you are on the fence and apprehensive like I was, know that the process will help unblock any areas of life you are struggling with.

​​Nikki Moore, Auckland, NZ
Over the last 6 weeks I have been working with Joanne and I highly recommend her.
 
The combination of EP and arts therapy have been invaluable in my healing journey. EP allowed me to connect deeply with my body, unraveling physical tension I have carried for years. Through Joanne’s gentle guidance and exercises, I learned to listen to my body's wisdom and release stored emotions.
 
 Throughout the sessions I explored my thoughts and feelings, often uncovering insights I couldn't access through words alone. Creating art became a powerful tool for processing and healing emotional wounds.
 
I highly recommend working with Joanne to anyone seeking profound transformation and self-discovery.’
 
 Jacinta, NSW, Australia
Past trauma has left me quite disconnected from my body. Joanne allowed me to share some of the story to give context to the difficulty I felt. She skillfully honed in on what to help me unpack and knew exactly how much (although she was brilliant at not assuming anything and I always felt in control).
 
We looked at the wider scope of what has happened to me and this was really important as for me. It was extremely valuable to just be seen and heard and to be able to be 'all of me' with someone who was really attuned and I felt her empathy.

​Resourcing and bringing in the trigger and seeing where it led was really helpful. It helped me to understand that my resistance and overwhelm was part of a freeze pattern from a previous trauma. For once, I could actually feel some genuine emotion and there was a sense of depth and authenticity.
 
Joanne offered me a real gift today. I felt super safe and overall was beyond grateful for the way she held space for me.
 
G., Auckland, NZ