Meet Our Couples Counsellors, Relationship Therapists & Sex Therapy Team
Find the right counsellor for your relationship, intimacy or sexual wellbeing concerns.
At Intimacy Counselling NZ, our team supports individuals and couples experiencing communication difficulties, relationship conflict, emotional disconnection, low intimacy, sexual concerns, infidelity and challenges rebuilding trust.
Whether you prefer an experienced relationship counsellor, a practitioner with additional training in sexual wellbeing or a supervised counselling intern, we can help you explore your options.
We offer face-to-face appointments in Auckland/Remuera, Nelson/Richmond and Mangawhai/Northland, with online counselling available throughout New Zealand. Individual therapists' locations, specialisations and availability vary.
Choose a therapist below to learn more about their approach, experience and appointment options, or book directly online.
Find a Counsellor by Location
Auckland & Remuera — Face-to-face and online counselling.
Nelson & Richmond — Local relationship and intimacy counselling.
Mangawhai & Northland — Face-to-face and online counselling.
Online Throughout NZ — Access counselling from anywhere in New Zealand.
Meet Our Counsellors
Click on photos to read more about who we are, our specialisations, and our approaches.
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Janine Kantor
Individual Counselling, Relationships & Emotional Wellbeing | Auckland & Online
Janine offers a warm, practical approach to counselling for individuals, couples and families. Drawing on counselling, CBT and behavioural approaches, she supports clients seeking greater understanding of emotional responses, behaviour, relationships and communication. Her work focuses on tailored strategies that help clients make meaningful changes in everyday life.
Areas of focus: Individual counselling, emotional regulation, relationship difficulties, communication and behavioural support.
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Kirsten Jongsma
Relationship Counselling, Grief & Emotional Connection, Anxiety, Trauma, Depression| Auckland & Online
Kirsten works with individuals and couples navigating relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional disconnection and personal challenges. Her relational and person-centred approach provides a thoughtful, accepting space to explore difficult feelings, strengthen self-understanding and develop healthier connections.
Areas of focus: Relationship counselling, grief, emotional wellbeing, communication and self-understanding.
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Angela Rennie
Relationship Counselling, Sex Therapy & Intimacy Support | Auckland & Online
Angela is an experienced counsellor with postgraduate qualifications in psychology and more than 19 years leading Intimacy Counselling NZ. She supports individuals and couples with relationship difficulties, emotional and physical intimacy, sexual wellbeing and communication concerns. Her integrative approach draws on psychology, CBT, Imago Therapy and other counselling methods.
Areas of focus: Couples counselling, sex therapy, intimacy, relationship difficulties, anger management, stress/anxiety, workplace issues, and communication.
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Life can bring challenges that affect our relationships, emotional wellbeing, confidence, and sense of direction. Counselling offers a safe and supportive space to explore what you're experiencing, gain new perspectives, and reconnect with your strengths and values.
I work with individuals and couples across a wide range of concerns, including relationships, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, and personal growth. Drawing from a range of therapeutic approaches, I tailor counselling to your unique needs and circumstances.
With over a decade of counselling experience and a background in trauma and mental health services, I believe each person is the expert in their own life. My role is to support you with compassion, curiosity, and respect as you navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and move towards greater wellbeing.
You don't have to face life's challenges alone.
My Approach
I see counselling as a collaborative process. There is no single path to healing, and every person brings their own experiences, strengths, and understanding of the world.
I offer a warm, space where you can explore difficulties, make sense of your experiences, and discover what feels right for you. My hope is to support not only healing and recovery, but also deeper connection, meaning, and fulfilment in life.
Areas of Support
Relationships & Personal Growth
Individual and couples counselling
Relationship and communication difficulties
Intimacy and connection
Life transitions and personal growth
Self-esteem, confidence, and loneliness
Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing
Anxiety, stress, and overwhelm
Depression and emotional distress
Anger, phobias, and OCD
Self-harm and suicidal thoughts
Trauma, Grief & Recovery
Trauma and PTSD
Abuse, sexual abuse, and bullying
Grief, loss, and bereavement
Miscarriage, infertility, and fertility challenges
Life Challenges & Health Concerns
ADHD and Autism (ASD)
Addictions and eating disorders
Cancer, disability, and dementia
Menopause, ageing, and family concerns
Work, career, and financial stress
Cultural, Social & Existential Wellbeing
Cultural identity and life experiences
Spirituality and meaning
Eco-anxiety and climate-related distress
Terminal illness and health-related emotional support
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Michael Juberg
Relationship Counselling, Men’s Counselling, & Emotional Wellbeing | Mangawhai & Online
Michael is an NZAC-registered counsellor with a master's degree in Clinical Psychology. He supports individuals navigating relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, stress and personal challenges. His structured, strengths-based approach incorporates CBT and humanistic counselling principles to help clients build understanding, confidence and practical coping skills.
Areas of focus: Relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, communication, men’s counselling, porn recovery, anger management, and emotional wellbeing.
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Dylan Bellett
Men's Counselling, Relationships & Emotional Wellbeing | Auckland & Online
Dylan supports individuals experiencing relationship difficulties, stress, anxiety, trauma and significant life changes. His collaborative, person-centred and trauma-informed approach helps clients better understand their experiences, strengthen communication and develop practical strategies for healthier relationships and emotional wellbeing.
Areas of focus: Men's counselling, relationship difficulties, stress, anxiety, depression, porn recovery, and life transitions.
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Jenny (Jen) Smith
Relationship Counselling, Sexual Wellbeing, Trauma, & Addiction Support | Auckland & Online
Jenny is a registered counsellor and clinical supervisor with experience supporting individuals and couples through infidelity, relationship difficulties, problematic sexual behaviours, trauma, addiction and trauma. Her non-judgemental approach helps clients explore underlying patterns, rebuild trust and develop healthier relationships.
Areas of focus: Affair recovery, relationship counselling, sexual wellbeing, problematic sexual behaviours and addiction.
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Vikki Pickering
Couples Counselling, Relationships & Sexual Wellbeing | Nelson/Richmond & Online
Vikki provides a welcoming, non-judgemental environment for adults and couples experiencing relationship challenges, intimacy difficulties, low mood and life transitions. She has completed Gottman Levels 1 and 2 training, undertaken additional sexual health education and is continuing specialist professional development in sexuality and intimacy.
Areas of focus: Couples counselling, intimacy, sexual wellbeing, communication and relationship transitions.
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Cat Valentine
Couples Counselling, Communication & Intimacy | Auckland & Online
Cat supports individuals and couples navigating relationship conflict, difficult conversations, emotional disconnection, intimacy concerns, LGBTQ+, and major relationship decisions. Her warm, collaborative style combines practical communication support with approaches informed by narrative therapy, Imago relationship therapy and conflict resolution.
Areas of focus: Couples counselling, communication, LGBTQ+, intimacy, relationship conflict and separation support.
Training: Counselling degree in progress.
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Katie Tueton
Individual Counselling, Trauma & Emotional Wellbeing | Auckland & Online
Katie brings experience from the education sector in New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Her person-centred approach supports people experiencing trauma, emotional difficulties and life challenges. She draws on creative and experiential approaches to help clients develop confidence, resilience and self-understanding.
Areas of focus: Individual counselling, trauma, emotional wellbeing and personal development.
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Justyna Schroeder
Relationship Counselling, Communication & Emotional Connection, Anger Management, Women’s Counselling, Trauma | Auckland & Online
Justyna is a counselling student who supports individuals and couples exploring relationship difficulties, communication, emotional wellbeing and intimacy concerns. Her person-centred, trauma-informed approach draws on CBT, Gestalt therapy, mindfulness and an understanding of the connection between mind and body.
Areas of focus: Relationships, communication, emotional connection, intimacy and self-awareness.
Training: Bachelor of Applied Counselling in progress.
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Sophie van Bunnik
Intimacy, Relationships & Sexual Wellbeing | Mangawhai & Online
Sophie supports individuals and couples experiencing challenges with intimacy, sexual desire, body image, confidence, communication and relationship trust. With experience in sex and libido coaching and a compassionate, trauma-informed approach, she provides a respectful environment for exploring sensitive concerns.
Areas of focus: Intimacy, sexual desire, body confidence, relationship communication and infidelity.
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Stephanie Grant
Couples Counselling, Women’s Counselling, Relationship Therapy & Intimacy | Online
Stephanie supports individuals and couples experiencing communication difficulties, conflict, emotional disconnection, intimacy concerns, infidelity and relationship uncertainty. Drawing on Emotionally Focused Therapy, CBT, narrative and attachment-based approaches, she helps clients better understand their relationship patterns and work towards meaningful change.
Areas of focus: Couples counselling, women’s counselling, intimacy, infidelity recovery, communication, porn recovery, and relationship conflict.