Find a counsellor · Napier & Hastings
Find a counsellor in Napier & Hastings.
Therapy across Napier, Hastings and the wider Hawke's Bay — meet a therapist online, wherever you are in the region. Real availability on every profile, and $0 if your workplace covers Clearhead.
Key facts
- No GP referral needed to see a counsellor through Clearhead
- Online sessions anywhere in New Zealand, plus in-person sessions in Napier & Hastings
- Most people get a first appointment within about 48 hours
- $0 if your workplace covers Clearhead; self-pay sessions typically $155–$220
- Counsellors are members of a recognised professional body, such as the NZ Association of Counsellors (NZAC)

I am an experienced and innovative psychologist who combines my skills as a psychologist with skills gained while working in senior management positions to…
I focus on
- Anxiety
- Leadership
- Work-related Stress

I support adults and teenagers with feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, loss, grief, disconnection. We work together with compassion and curiosity to find what's…
I focus on
- Adjustment
- Anxiety
- Chronic Stress

Dr Bernice Gabriel is a South African psychologist, based in Hawke’s Bay, who has more than 25 years experience working in child, adolescent and adult mental…
I focus on
- Anxiety
- Conflict Management
- Family Difficulties

NZAC registered counsellor working in private practice in Napier, Hawkes Bay. My practice is collaborative integrating a client focused approach. Our work may…
I focus on
- Anxiety
- Mental Health
- Solution-focused

Full member of New Zealand Association of Counsellors - MNZAC Certified Trauma Centre - Trauma Sensitive Yoga - Facilitator (TCTSY-F) My approach is grounded…
I focus on
- Anxiety
- Boundaries
- Co-parenting

I'm a UK trained Clinical Psychologist working with adults (18-65). I specialize in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)…
I focus on
- Anxiety
- Burnout
- Trauma
What people ask before booking.
How do I find a counsellor in Napier & Hastings?
Search Clearhead’s directory and filter by what you’re going through, who you’d like to see, and when you can meet. 11 practitioners are based in Napier & Hastings for in-person sessions, and the rest of the team meet clients online anywhere in New Zealand. Therapy across Napier, Hastings and the wider Hawke's Bay — meet a therapist online, wherever you are in the region.
How much does a counsellor cost in Napier & Hastings?
If your workplace offers Clearhead, your sessions are $0. Otherwise self-pay sessions are typically $155–$220, and you never need a GP referral.
Can I see a counsellor online in Napier & Hastings?
Yes. Most of our counsellors offer secure video sessions anywhere in New Zealand, so you can start soon even if there’s no in-person slot near you. Research shows online therapy works as well as in-person therapy for common concerns like anxiety and depression.
Do I need a GP referral to see a counsellor in Napier & Hastings?
No. In New Zealand you don’t need a GP referral to see a counsellor privately. You can book directly on Clearhead.
How quickly can I get an appointment in Napier & Hastings?
Most people booking through Clearhead get a first session within about 48 hours. You’ll see each counsellor’s real availability on their profile before you commit.
What’s the difference between a counsellor and other mental health professionals?
Counselling is usually shorter and focused on the present and practical change. Psychotherapy goes deeper into long-standing patterns; psychologists add formal assessment and diagnosis.
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