Find the Thread
Change the Pattern
Meet James
Hi, I am a registered counsellor and coach with a warm, steady, and thoughtful approach.
Together we'll explore the experiences that have shaped who you are, understand the patterns that no longer serve you, and work towards meaningful, lasting change. My aim is to help you build a healthier relationship with yourself and stronger connections with others.
My experience includes self discovery, break-up recovery, sex and relationship counselling, men's coaching, anger and violence work, and couples counselling. I have a particular interest in supporting men in understanding themselves, and people navigating intergenerational patterns, and the experience of growing up between cultures.
Your questions answered
Do you only work with Asians and Men?
No, my practice has always included women and people from many different cultures and ethnicities. If you're 16 or older, and would like to talk to me, please get in touch below.
Additional considerations:
I am also neurodivergent affirming (as an AuDHD-er myself), sex work positive, and support all ethical relationship arrangements (including non-monogamous relationships).
If your specific need is not listed above, please know that it is still important to me. Please get in touch to discuss it further.
Can I book from outside Auckland or NZ?
Absolutely.
I offer online sessions meaning anyone, no matter where you are in the world, can access my services. However, as I'm professionally registered as a counsellor only in New Zealand, I'm only able to offer coaching (rather than counselling) to clients based overseas.
What is the difference between your counselling and coaching services?
In short, the difference is where you would like to start and what you would like to focus on.
With counselling, we focus on your feelings, your history, and what you would like to let go of. With coaching, we focus on your beliefs, your challenges, and what you would like to achieve. However, in the work of self-understanding and creating change, it is often not straight forward. The paths of counselling and coaching may intersect to help you move forward.
At the end of the day, the work is about you. So you get to decide what we explore, and what we don't.
How do I get started with you?
If you are ready to get started with our first session, please use my contact form below and we can book it in.
If you would like to meet me first to better discuss your needs, or see if we can be a good fit, you can book a free 20-min call with me.
For all other inquiries, please feel free to contact me using the form below.
How much do you charge?
For NZ clients: $120NZD per hour
For overseas clients: $85USD per hour
Sliding scale pricing may be available, depending on circumstances. Please contact me below to discuss.