From the Heart Counselling
Experience a gentle path to healing in peaceful Waimauku. Find solace within my rural home, nestled in the native valley. If preferred, online sessions are available from the comfort of your chosen space.
Compassionate Support for Mind, Body and Heart
I meet you exactly where you are, offering a warm and compassionate space where your healing journey is led by you and grounded in cultural safety. My practice is deeply aligned with a Te Ao Māori worldview, ensuring you are supported with integrity and empathy as we walk together toward emotional wellbeing. We will collaborate on a path that honours your identity and inner life, so please feel free to book a session to ensure a heart-centered fit, noting that koha is occasionally available.
Nurturing Paths and Support
I offer a compassionate space for adults, youth, and couples as you navigate life’s challenges. Whether you prefer to meet in the quiet sanctuary of Waimauku or connect via online sessions, I am here to support your unique journey with warmth and sensitivity.
Meet Emma Martins Bennett
Hello, I’m Emma, and I welcome you to my peaceful Waimauku sanctuary, a place designed for you to feel truly understood and supported. My practice is built on a foundation of professional integrity, holding a Bachelor of Applied Counselling and provisional membership with the NZAC to ensure you receive ethical, safe care. I am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and enjoy weaving together creative arts, neurodiversity-informed support, gender-affirming care, and trauma-informed somatic practices to suit your unique way of being. While I have a deep personal interest in nature-based and animal-assisted approaches that I sometimes bring into my work, my clinical focus is on creating a nurturing environment where healing can happen naturally. In addition to individual sessions, I offer specialized couples counselling together with Wayne to support your relationship journey. Looking ahead, I am dedicated to expanding my service to specifically support those navigating ACC sensitive claims, always walking alongside you with warmth and empathy.
Helpful Insights
I start with a gentle, open-hearted dialogue to truly hear your story. From there, I help you define your path, creating a kind and purposeful space that is carefully tailored to support your personal growth.
What does our therapeutic journey look like?
How long will we spend in each session?
We dedicate 60 minutes for individuals and 90 minutes for couples, providing a calm environment for deep reflection and healing. Kindly note that cancellations within 24 hours of your appointment will incur 50% of the fee.
Is it possible to meet on a screen?
Yes, I offer welcoming digital sessions so you can engage in therapy from your own space. I ensure these online meetings feel just as safe and supportive as being here in the valley.
How do you protect my personal information?
Your confidentiality is my utmost priority. Our sessions are strictly private, guided by professional ethics to maintain a sacred, safe space. In alignment with these standards, all discussions remain confidential unless there is a risk of harm to yourself or others; in such cases, we would collaborate on a supervised safety plan to ensure your well-being. All notes and personal data are kept in a secured location.
How can I begin my path with you?
You are welcome to reach out whenever you feel ready to talk. Our journey begins with a gentle introductory session to ensure you feel truly safe and supported as we work together. Koha is also occasionally available to those who may need it.