Hello! I'm Denise Coy
I am here to support you on your journey towards healing and self-discovery. As a dedicated and empathetic counsellor, my mission is to provide a safe and nurturing space where you can openly explore your thoughts and feelings.
I am here to support you on your journey towards healing and self-discovery. As a dedicated and empathetic counsellor, my mission is to provide a safe and nurturing space where you can openly explore your thoughts and feelings.
MNZAC (Member of New Zealand Association of Counselling)
ASDCS (Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist)
Counselling can be a scary proposition for some people
I hope that this insight into who I am can help you
Born in the Waikato, I come from a dairy farming and agricultural contracting family of 10. I now live in Tauranga with my husband and 3 sons.
Originally I was trained in tourism and travel but found a career in computing. My husband and I developed and owned a successful website design and IT business which we had to 20 years until we sold it in 2016.
However the pregnancy of my fourth child changed my life forever... Following the death of our daughter half way through my pregnancy I joined Sands and have a passion to help people who also have the agonising loss of a baby. After a Sands conference in 2011 I left with the inner yearning to help on a deeper level. This led me to studying Diploma of Counselling at the New Zealand Institute of Professional Counselling.
Since graduating I have been working as a counsellor at St Peters House, where I have been the Team Leader since October 2020. In my time there I have had the privilege of working with many people to help them with depression, anxiety, grief, illness, adhd, autism, parenting and lots more. I believe in an authentic, person centered approach to counselling. I work with a mix of therapies including Person Centered, CBT, Strengths Based, Solution Focused Therapy and more... I work with you with what issues you are facing in life at the moment.
To keep me busy I also own and run a small business called My Angel which sells cremation jewellery and urns. This business was also started from the death of my daughter and brings so much fulfillment to my life being able to help comfort people with their grief by providing a continuing bond and lasting memory of their loved one.
I am also actively involved in St John, love animals, aeroplanes, flying and travel, and I try to get some time to play musical instruments and do some craft activities.
Below is some of the training I have completed
If you feel like you are wearing a mask to hide from life, then maybe counselling can help you.
With a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind and emotions, I am committed to helping individuals like you navigate through life's ups and downs. Drawing upon my extensive training and experience, I offer a compassionate and nonjudgmental approach to counselling, tailored to meet your unique needs and goals.
Whether you're seeking assistance with managing stress, overcoming anxiety or depression, improving relationships, or finding clarity in life's decisions, I believe exploration and collaboration can foster growth and transformation. Together, we will work to uncover your strengths, identify patterns, and develop effective strategies to enhance your well-being.
My ultimate goal as a counsellor is to empower you to lead a more fulfilling and authentic life, aligned with your values and aspirations. Through our therapeutic partnership, I will provide guidance, insight, and practical tools to support you in your personal growth journey.
Take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow by reaching out today. Remember, you don't have to face life's challenges alone. Together, we can embark on a path of self-discovery, healing, and empowerment. I look forward to accompanying you on this transformative journey.
Grief and loss can come from many areas in life, such as the loss of a life, relationship, occupation, stage in life, possession, etc. Any loss can cause many emotions, some you may be familiar with, some not. I have many years experience helping people through their loss.
Pregnancy & Infant Loss can cause mixed emotions at the time of the loss, in coming years, and during subsequent pregnancies. Having experienced my own loss, I have the empathy and understanding unique to baby loss and all that it encompasses.
If you or someone you know has Austism, High Functioning Austism (Aspergers) or ADHD I can help navigate the world through the neurodiverse lense. I have comprehensive experience on a personal and professional level with Autism and ADHD in both children and adults.
Feeling of worried, nervous, uneasy or depressed about something can be due to a variety of reasons. Let me help you understand what is going on for you and provide skill and tools to help manage it.
The world is a fast paced place to live in! Changes are not often easy, expected or welcome. Talking to someone can often help at these times and gain valuable understanding and a new perspective.
Supervision to support you to develop in your role as a mental health professional. I welcome BTI students and offer a discounted rate depending on the number of sessions required per month.
