Resources/Links

The resource list below encompasses a range of services that are not provided by me. They are listed as an option for you to explore for yourself if they resonate with you. Please see their specific websites for more information.


Helplines in New Zealand

  • Alcohol Drug Association | 0800 787 797
  • Alcoholics Anonymous | 0800 229 6757
  • Alcohol Hotline | 0800 787 797
  • Chinese Lifeline | 0800 888 880
  • Lifeline | 0800 543 354 | available 24/7
  • Gambling Helpline Service | 0800 654 655
  • Mensline | 0800 636 754
  • Outline | 0800 802 437 (gay, lesbian, transgender support)
  • Samaritans | 0800 726 666 (lower North Island)
  • What's Up (age 5-18) | 0800 WHATSUP (0800 942 878) | available 12pm-12am daily)
  • Youthline (under 25) | 0800 376 633 | text 234 (free) | talk@youthline.co.nz

Therapeutic Resources in Auckland, New Zealand

Michelle Buchanan | Numerologist, Law of Attraction Practitioner

Michelle Buchanan is the Numerologist and Spiritual Counsellor for TVNZ’s ‘Good Morning’ and ‘Woman’s Day’ magazine. Michelle has studied Numerology for over 20 years and is also a Certified Law of Attraction Practitioner.

Visit her website for further information on personal readings, email profile and forecast reports, and numerology workshops.

www.michellebuchanan.co.nz



Melissa Bult | Intuitive Life Coach, Writer, Inspirational Teacher

Melissa Bult is an intuitive life coach, writer and inspirational teacher based in Auckland. Known for her work with the angelic realm she works full time giving guidance readings, coaching and leading self-development workshops. A qualified Naturopath, life coach, Angel Intuitive™, and ‘Love Yourself/Heal Your Life’ teacher, Melissa is able to bring a number of skills to her one on one sessions as well as her group work. Melissa has appeared in Rainbow News magazine, NZ Herald Viva and on TVNZ's Close Up.

http://www.angelguidance.net 

Lisa Fitzgibbon | Naturopath

Lisa Fitzgibbon is the founder and operator of OOMPH-Realistic Holistic Health. She is a registered Naturopath and Medical Herbalist with NZAMH and NZSN. Lisa has a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Complementary Medicine) from Charles Sturt University in Australia as well as Advanced Diplomas in Naturopathy and Herbal Medicine from South Pacific College of Natural Therapies in Auckland. At Oomph-Realistic Holistic Health you will work together to devise a Treatment Plan for you - something that is both realistic and achievable; something that will support you to be at your best. Lisa works with all types of people, with all types of health concerns, conditions, and objectives.

ph 09 528 8365  | mob 021 236 5646 | www.oomphhealth.co.nz | based in Mission Bay
Andy McCormack | Counsellor, Life Coach, Career Coach | BA(Hons) Business Studies, Post Grad Dip (Counselling), MNZAC

Andy provides support and guidance through Counselling, Career Coaching and General Life Coaching. He provides a safe, non-judgemental and professional service, working with you to explore your own personal world - looking at the past, reviewing the present and moving forward into the future.

ph 09 379 1104 | www.itsmylife.co.nz | andy@itsmylife.co.nz



Roberta Stuart | Counsellor & Family Therapist | Dip Counselling & Family Therapy, MNZAC

Roberta works from a strengths-based focus. She has experience as a sand play therapist (useful for all ages) and enjoys facilitating clients to enhance their self awareness in order to be who they want to be.

Ph 09 625 5415 | 027 230 1912  | based in Epsom


Minh Truong-George | Counsellor/Psychotherapist| BA Psychology, Dips Psychosynthesis Counselling & Psychotherapy, MNZAC, Registered Psychotherapist, Family Court and Auckland PHO provider

Minh is committed in supporting the healing potential of the human spirit to transform pain and suffering into wisdom and compassion. She also has a cross-cultural background and is interested in supporting clients find Self identity, richness and authenticity while living with(in) differences in their lives. She sees both individuals and couples in her private practice at The Community of Saint Luke in Remuera.

ph 027 235 7845 | 09 571 3071 | lifes.potential@hotmail.com

Fiona White | Conflict Resolution Professional

Fiona can help you gain: Knowledge of how conflict affects our minds and bodies, and an increased awareness of how we communicate; Practical skills to manage your own reactions and behaviour, and to influence others; and Confidence to put these skills & knowledge into practice, to express yourself more authentically, and to have those difficult conversations you’ve been putting off.

Fiona provides Individual Coaching for upskilling on a personal level; Skills Workshops for groups (in-house and public courses); and Mediation with the parties you are in conflict with.

ph 021 232 6805 | info@mediationmatters.co.nz | www.mediationmatters.co.nz

General Interest


Purple Sapphire | www.purplesapphire.com

Quality New Zealand made, therapeutic bodycare, pampering & relaxation products for stress relief, wellbeing & indulgence. Gifts to show you care. Relax, reflect & revitalize with 100% pure aromatherapy oils, bodycare, skincare, haircare, candles, music, gifts and more.

Therapeutic Resources in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand


Debbie Penlington | Counsellor | M Counselling; RN; Grad Dip Career Development; PG Cert Supervision

For many years I have really enjoyed working with people - as a nurse, a career counsellor, a counsellor and a supervisor.  I am passionate about the positive difference counselling and supervision can make in peoples’ lives.

I use a non- judgemental, warm, empathetic, accepting approach to create a relationship of trust with my clients, as I believe the counselling work we do together is influenced by the strength of our relationship.

While I enjoy all counselling work, my particular areas of interest are couples counselling using Emotionally Focussed therapy (EFT); building self confidence, assertiveness and self compassion; working with individuals or couples experiencing  sexual problems (including the impact of cancer on intimate relationships) ; anger management;  career counselling; parenting; loss and grief (including living with a life limiting illness); health and wellness; workplace stress, burnout and  conflict resolution.

I also enjoy providing supervision for those in the helping professions or management positions.

ph 027 824 7518 | 021 270 4358 | debbie@optionscounselling.co.nz | www.optionscounselling.co.nz

Georgia Meichtry | Willow Therapeutic: Massage and Neuromuscular Therapy | BHS, Dip Therapeutic Massage, Cert Relaxation Massage, Cert Allied Therapies

Treatments include Therapeutic, Relaxation, Pregnancy Massage, Clinical Sports Therapy,  and other body therapies.
Clinic is located at 4/30 Willow Street, Tauranga.

ph 021 162 9692 | georgia@willowtherapeutic.co.nz | www.willowtherapeutic.co.nz


Linda Mitchell | Massage & Soul Healing Therapist, Te Puke | Cert. Raynor Natural Therapies, Cert. Soul Healing Therapies, Member International Natural Therapists Association (INTA)

ph 021 760 135  (text ok) | bookings@purplesapphire.com

Hawkes Bay, New Zealand


Sharon Elsworth Massage Therapist | Dip Therapeutic Massage, Dip Body Therapies (NZCM), Member Massage NZ

Sharon completed a 1,500+hour Diploma in Therapeutic Massage at the prestigious NZ College of Massage in 2000. Sharon welcomes clients of all ages, body types and health status (including pregnant) to her Taradale Clinic for individualised/personalised therapeutic work.

Ph 06 844 1484 | 021 270 4358 | sharon@abundantlife.co.nz | www.abundantlife.co.nz/massage.html