ChatRoom Psychotherapy

Welcome to ChatRoom Psychotherapy, located at 150 Cavendish Road, Christchurch, New Zealand. As an establishment dedicated to health and well-being, we are a point of interest for those seeking professional mental health services.

At ChatRoom Psychotherapy, our founder, Wonita, brings her extensive background as an Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience in mental health. Having initially worked in Forensics, she has predominantly focused on child and adolescent mental health. She has also worked in New Zealand and spent five years in the United Kingdom, gaining a wealth of knowledge and qualifications in complex mental health issues, trauma, autistic spectrum, and other developmental disorders.

Wonita's therapeutic approach is rooted in Transactional Analysis (TA), which forms the foundation of her practice and the therapeutic relationships she builds with her clients. She also incorporates her understanding of human and brain development, particularly in the early stages of therapy, to explore childhood experiences and their impact on development and relationships.

In addition to her expertise in TA, Wonita possesses specialized knowledge, skills, and training in PTSD/Trauma, abuse and violence, somatic or sensory processing/modulation, and suicide research and prevention. She is dedicated to ongoing professional development and is currently completing her Masters in Health Sciences, ensuring she remains up-to-date with the latest research in trauma therapy.

Wonita is contracted to provide supervision to various care-related organizations, highlighting her experience and passion in supervision, advocacy, trauma responses, recovery, and sexual violence prevention. Her commitment to supporting individuals extends beyond therapy, as she offers a confidential space for clients to discuss their experiences and emotions, shaping their identities in the world today.

For additional support, we provide a confidential telephone support line at 0800 688 5463, specifically catering to sexuality or gender identity issues. You can also visit www.thelowdown.co.nz for free text support (5626) or email team@thelowdown.co.nz (responses between 12 noon and 12 midnight).

Whether you are struggling with persistent low mood, anxiety, school or work pressures, or have experienced trauma, loss, or grief, working with a qualified therapist who will journey alongside you can make a significant difference. Seeking support is never a sign of weakness, and at ChatRoom Psychotherapy, we are here to support you on your path to healing and growth.