Talking Cure

Aparna

I am a general practising psychologist in New Zealand with five and a half years of experience. I have also worked in Australia and Canada, totaling 19 years as a psychologist. My work has included helping clients with trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief, primarily young adults. I use CBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed treatment. Recently, […]

Ruchi Ahuja

Hello, Kia Ora! My name is Ruchi Ahuja, and I am a Counsellor and Movement Therapist dedicated to supporting individuals in their journey toward physical and emotional well-being. A bit of a globe trotter, I’m originally from Mumbai, India and have spent significant portions of my life in the United States, India, and now Aotearoa/New […]

Liz Dunn

I’m a detail-oriented, highly organised Practice Manager with a curious mind, a love for animals of all kinds, and a genuine passion for connecting with people from all walks of life. I believe in the value of kind, thoughtful human interaction—whether in the workplace, with clients, or in everyday life. With a background as an […]

Sina Mahlert

Registered Counsellor (NZAC)  Clinical Psychologist (Master, Germany) I’m a Registered Counsellor with NZAC and a Clinical Psychologist (Master) trained in Germany. For over 17 years, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside children, adolescents, adults, and families—supporting them through life’s challenges with compassion, presence, and care. My work is grounded in clinical expertise and genuine […]

Charmaine Parker

[DAPAANZ – 6072, NZNC- 111787, ACC SCS – PAQ963]DAPAANZ – 6072NZ Nursing Council – 111787ACC Sensitive Claims Trauma Therapist – PAQ963Private Practice: Counselling/Trauma Therapy/Mental Health & Addictions Hi, I’m Charmaine, and I help people work through the pain of past trauma so they can feel more grounded, connected, and in control of their lives again. […]

Kristen

Kristen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW from the United States with an advanced Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Denver and a Bachelor’s degree BA in Psychology. Kristen is also a Registered Social Worker with the SWRB and a member of ANZASW in New Zealand. Kristen has been practicing […]

Deanna Hollis

Ko Takitimu te wakaKo Whakapunake te maungaKo Te Wairoa-hōpūpū-hōnengenenge-matangi-rau te awaKo Kahungunu me Rongomaiwahine oku tupunaKo Ngāti Kahungunu Ki Wairoa me Rongomaiwahine oku IwiKo Taihoa te maraeKo Deanna Hollis toku ingoaKo Maungawharau e noho ana No reira tēna koutou katoa My 25+ years of experience as a registered social worker in both clinical and community […]

Dr. Daniel Moerken — Clinical Director, Counselling Psychologist

I’m a counselling psychologist and one of the Clinical Directors at Talking Cure. I’ve been practicing for over 15 years, walking alongside people who are trying to make sense of their lives — who feel stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. I’ve sat with people from all walks of life — CEOs […]

Dr Clare Calvert – Clinical Psychologist

I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist in 2005 and moved to New Zealand from the UK in 2009. I began working for Te Whatu Ora/Health New Zealand as well as starting a private practice. I am a member of the New Zealand Psychological Society and hold a current practicing certificate issued by the New Zealand […]