Shirleen Prasad

Kia Ora, Bula, Namaste, I am Shirleen. I'm a registered Counsellor and Addictions Practitioner. I have been in the Mental health and Addiction sector for over 10 years. I have a Graduate Diploma in Arts (Psychology), a Bachelor’s Degree in Counselling and a Master of Health Practice specialising in Addictions from the University of Auckland. I am a full member of DAPAANZ. I am passionate about helping people and being able to support them through difficult and challenging times.

I work in a client-centred way, I am here to listen to you without judgement and work with you to understand your challenges and issues. I have experience working with people facing diverse issues, including grief, trauma, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. I also use a range of therapeutic modalities including cognitive behaviour therapy, somatic therapy, family therapy, person centred therapy, mindfulness, narrative therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy, drawing on tools and strategies that fit your needs.