Kia ora! I am a Christchurch-based registered art therapist where I offer both art and talk therapy for adults individuals aged 18+ above. In my current practice, I support people who want to understand and manage their emotions better so that they can feel good about themselves and their relationships. I am also passionate to support first time immigrant mums here in NZ who want to feel confident during pregnancy but struggle with the loss of just how to do that exactly. You may also feel isolated from being away from familiarities like family, friends and the systems back home. You want to make friends with other mums but scared to do that. You may be kept awake at night thinking about where to start because all you wish is to talk to someone who can help you uncover your version of motherhood that feels just right for you and your baby. If this sounds like you, I get you. My approach is collaborative from the get-go. Talk therapy is available but if you have had talk therapy in the past and believe you have benefitted as much as you can from it, and are looking for something different, I offer art therapy too. Send me your questions and thoughts today to get this conversation going. Nga mihi!