Emerging Hope
Counselling
Who Am I?
Kia Ora I am Jess Lepou,
I grew up in Auckland and when I turned twenty-one, decided I wanted to go out and into the unknown so moved by myself to Tauranga. I lived in Tauranga for three years while I completed my Bachelor of Counselling and met my now husband. We now reside in Christchurch and have just bought our first home.
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My passion is working alongside teenagers and young adults, I have worked and volunteered in both school and church settings for 4+ years. When I am not working in my private practice I am a school counsellor. Although I have a passion for youth I still love to work alongside both children and adults.
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I am in my mid-twenties, and a Christian. Although I am still early on in my journey of life I have been through my own navigation of changes, grief and anxiety, which I believe contributes to my practice and empathy towards my clients.
My Practice
My counselling practice is based on a person-centred approach. I adapt my practice depending on each person, what they need and their experiences. Some of the approaches I use are Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Strength- Based Therapy.
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In my practice I value your culture, values and beliefs and will work with you in these. I provide Christian-Based counselling only if discussed with you first, otherwise I will respect your beliefs.
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Areas I can assist with include:
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Anxiety
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Stress
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Depression
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Grief and Loss
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Relational/Friendship issues
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Self Esteem
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Identity
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As a registered practitioner I follow the requirements of NZCCA Code Of Ethics.
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All records are confidential, but with limitations of this regarding risk of harm to you or others. Which will be discussed during our sessions.
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