Individual Counselling
Support for depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem and parenting, helping you feel happier, calmer and more confident.
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Relationship · Individual · Online Counselling
A calmer mind and stronger connections start with one conversation
Compassionate, confidential counselling in Nelson and online. I'm Tamsin, and I'll help you move toward a happier, more confident and connected life.
Registered MNZCCA counsellor
In person & online
Gottman approved
25+ years
supporting clients
Meet Tamsin
A safe, non-judgemental space to be truly heard
Welcome to my website, I am so glad you are here. I realise it isn't always easy to seek out counselling so thank you for your courage. I offer a confidential service working face to face and online with couples and individuals, drawing on the Gottman Method of Couple Counselling, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), Narrative Therapy, CBT, research-based methods of counselling and over thirty years of marriage.
Take a look at my website and do get in touch. I look forward to hearing from you.
B.Couns (Distinction)
MNZCCA Registered
Gottman Trained
How I can help
Counselling services in Nelson
Thoughtful, evidence-based support for wherever you are in life, for individuals, couples and those wanting to grow.
Relationship Counselling
Rebuild trust, communicate better and reconnect. Using the research-based Gottman Method for lasting change.
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The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work, a practical weekend course to strengthen your relationship.
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Why Tamsin
Counselling that feels human, safe and genuinely helpful
Experienced & qualified
Years of practice and a counselling degree with distinction, so you're in safe, capable hands.
Warm & non-judgemental
A calm, confidential space where you can be open and truly heard, at your own pace.
In person & online
Meet in my Nelson practice or connect securely online from anywhere in New Zealand.
Local Nelson practice
A welcoming, easy-to-reach practice in Stoke, counselling rooted in our community.
25+
Years of experience
1:1
Tailored to you
100%
Confidential & private
2
Ways to meet: in person or online
Kind words
Real change, in clients' own words
★★★★★
Just thinking of the impact you and Robert have had on our marriage and family. We changed the dynamic of our whole house. Thank you!
★★★★★
This course was the best thing I could have done, coming up to our wedding and giving us important strategies to help solve problems in the years to come.
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Tamsin helped me feel safe enough to talk about the hard things. I finally feel like myself again: calmer, lighter and more hopeful.
Simple, transparent pricing
Investing in your wellbeing
Clear pricing with no surprises. Funding may be available through Workplace Support or Benestra.
Individual Session
$140 / hour
- A confidential 60-minute session
- In person in Nelson or online
- Tailored, judgement-free support
Most booked
Couples Session
$180 / hour
- Gottman Method approach
- Rebuild trust & communication
- For couples at any stage
Seven Principles Course
$550 / couple
- Research-based relationship tools
- Workbook & materials included
- Great for any couple
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Yes, I do. I've been trained to make our sessions as personal as possible and have many hours of experience with online counselling. We use Zoom, which is an encrypted and secure online service.
The length of the therapy will be determined by your specific needs and goals. We'll regularly check in together to make sure the support is right for you.
If you're registered with Workplace Support or Benestra, you may be entitled to 3–4 free sessions of counselling. Get in touch and I can help you check.