• Not feeling good about yourself?

• Feeling down, worried or isolated?

• Having difficulty sleeping or becoming easily angered?

• Suffering from low self-esteem, worth or anxiety?

Who am I?

I am a first generation born New Zealander of Indian descent; my parents are originally from a state called Gujarat.   Having lived in two worldviews my whole life I can fully appreciate the strengths associated with this and difficulties it can pose.  I am a mother of two children and in my spare time I enjoy watching movies, baking and socialising with family and friends.  

 

Background

I completed a Bachelors degree in Psychology with Honours in 1997 from Victoria University of Wellington and a Diploma in Counselling (Applied) in 2003 from the Wellington Institute of Technology.  I have worked with adults, young adults and children (6-12yrs) of all cultures, in a variety of settings over many years, including Education (School and University), Community and Health (District Health Board).

 

I am a full member of the New Zealand Psychological Society and the New Zealand Association of Counsellors.      

 

Services I provide

I have a special interest in working with people dealing with depression, anxiety, low self esteem and self-discovery.  

 

Charge

I charge $140.00 for a one hour individual session. All payments are to be made at the end of each session by cash as we do not have efpos facilities at our office.  A receipt will be provided.  If referrals are required, an additional cost will apply to cover administration time.

 

How I work?

I like to spend our first session discussing your concerns and what you hope to get out of therapy; this will allow me to get a good understanding of your needs and your strengths.  

 

I believe each individual is unique, so I draw on a number of different theoretical models and employ a variety of therapeutic methodologies throughout my sessions to best suit your needs.  

 

I like to work collaboratively, as your input and effort is vital to your recovery. I may suggest brief homework exercises in between sessions to help find the triggers associated with your concerns and areas which need to be worked on while also embracing and encouraging your strengths.  

 

Organisations and Health care professionals

I am happy to discuss referrals to my service and can be available for cultural supervision or consult for healthcare professionals working with Indian people.    

 

Snap Websites

Please feel free to contact me via  the options below:

 

Email:     hemadeva74@gmail.com 

(Anytime)

 

Phone: 021 056 7357

(Between 9am-5pm)

 

Text: 021 056 7357

(Between 9am-6.30pm)

 

I check my emails twice a day and will endeavour to get back to you within 24 hours.

 

Monday to Friday

between 10.30am - 4.30pm.  I am happy to discuss sessions outside these times if needed.  

 

Office Location:

Level 2, Change House

150 Featherston Street

Wellington.

B.Sc Psychology with Honours -  Dip. Counselling (Applied) - Full Member: NZ  Psychological Society. NZ  Association of Counsellors.