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Positive Change Therapies

  1. Hamilton
  2. Hamilton Counselor

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Positive Change Therapies provides Counselling and Psychotherapy services in Hamilton, New Zealand. Tony can help you with; trauma, relationships, depression, anxiety, anger, fear, shame, grief, mediation, and advocacy.



"The Focus On Progress counselling and Hypnotherapy approach that I use is a very unique blend of therapy. My aim is make you feel better and we will do this by focusing on changing how you think, feel and ultimately on how you will behave.I am an experienced, highly qualified psychotherapist who will accompany you through out your therapeutic journey, I will make sure that you achieve the results that are important to you."
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Phone: +642102654823
State: Hamilton


Opening Hours

Monday: 09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday: 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday: 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday: 09:00 - 18:00
Friday: 09:00 - 13:00

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Reviews
I’ve just finished a course of therapy with Elva and to say she’s amazing is an understatement. So, so helpful and knows very much what she is doing. Elva is so welcoming and although I was very nervous to start sessions up she made me feel so comfortable within each appointment we had together. She listens and took in my experiences and always said the right things in return, she gave the most helpful advice. She would ask lots of questions based on my experiences which really shown how much she cared and I felt so comfortable talking to her because of how kind hearted and welcoming she truly is. Overall, Elva is beyond amazing at her job and I was so lucky to have had the chance for sessions with her.
I’ve just finished a course of therapy with Elva for anxiety related patterns of behaviour and I have to say thank you so much to her for helping me make the change. I feel so grateful to have found such a great therapist . Let me break it down for anyone thinking of going for therapy:- The setting:- the therapy setting is a beautiful room overlooking a stunning garden in a sweet cottage on the outskirts of Ross town centre. The room is quiet, serene, gently scented with a comfortable recliner chair. You are always offered the refreshment of your choice on arrival, and there is a big comfy blanket for the hypnotherapy/guided meditation work. The room is extremely relaxing and feels like a safe space. The therapy:- This is not like “movie therapy” where you lie on a couch talking. The therapy is geared to dealing with specific problems/patterns of behaviour and habits. The Positive Changes in the title is completely apt. You are shown how the brain works and communicates to allow negative behaviour, then you are shown how the brain can reset itself with practice, to change these patterns of behaviour. The therapy is completely active, not passive. You are looking at yourself and what changes you need to make and how to make them. Elva talks you through how to make the changes, using scaling to assess each issue in turn. The hypnotherapy or guided meditation part of each session allows the brain to “lock in” those changes whilst the brain is in a calm and receptive mode. During this part of the session, the recliner chair allows you to lie back whilst gentle music allows for total relaxation of the mind. Positive reinforcement of the changes you’re making are then gently guided from Elva. Over the weeks, this relaxation of the mind allows the changes to be made in the correct part of the brain responsible for habit forming. The therapist:- Elva is absolutely lovely. From the very first telephone consultation where you talk through what you need, she puts you completely at ease. She has a soothing, calming voice which helps you to remain relaxed and focused. She is pragmatic in her solutions and will always encourage you to be active in your own therapeutic journey; remember it’s your brain you’re trying to change and your issues you’re addressing. She is so welcoming, understanding and helpful, you feel held, supported and nurtured throughout. I truly felt like I’d made a new friend by the end of our sessions together. If you want to make a definite positive change to your life, then I cannot recommend enough to go to Elva. She helps you to make long lasting absolute adjustments, which for me has been life changing. Sophy H
Elva is a quintessential professional who knows how to connect people with their emotions. I came to Elva a fragile and nervous person and in each session, we had together, I left feeling empowered and motivated. The most amazing thing I have been able to identify whilst undertaking her sessions is the ability to confront my deepest fears, which is being honest to myself. Elva is fantastic. Her ability to utilise mental tools to uncover my emotions without judgement or prejudice whilst also creating an environment to be expressive and empathetic to my own emotions has given me the license to know myself and enjoy who I am. These sessions have really changed my life and have permitted me to embrace accountability and the concept of "being a work in progress". Thank you Elva for using your skills and character to contribute to my self-development and healing process. Thank you for being who you are - a phenomenal woman!
Elva is very welcoming and made me feel so comfortable even though I was a little nervous about starting therapy. She really listened to me, acknowledged my experiences, and helped me to reframe my perspective in a way I can use everyday, and it’s been invaluable. I highly recommend her services, particularly if you’re feeling unsure about getting started with counselling.
Elva helped me through a difficult time in my life. Without her help. I don’t think I would of got through it on my own. I would highly recommend. A lovely lady. Thank you Elva xx
Elva was very welcoming and incredibly helpful, I was struggling to stay in college due to my anger issues and she helped solve that by going through different techniques of how to avoid situations like that, and I couldn't have asked for anyone better
I started seeing Elva through a work referral. I found Elva to be compassionate and an amazing listener. The coping techniques and therapy are second to none! I went in with massive anxiety and lack of assertion. I now have a better understanding of my anxiety and am learning how to deal with this and my assertion is coming on leaps and bounds. Without her I would be in a much darker place. I am so lucky to have met such an amazing individual and value all the life coaching techniques she has taugh me. I highly recommend her service for anyone that needs help in anything they are struggling with. She is absolutely fantastic!!!
As a result of lockdown, one of our children was suffering badly with anxiety. We looked at a number of therapy options and having spoken with Elva, decided that a short program of one to one sessions would be suitable. There is no such thing as a magic bullet, but over the eight weeks, we saw a huge change, with our child regaining a lot of her confidence. Elva equips you with practical mental tools that you can use to deal on a day to day basis with the behaviours and triggers that make you feel uncomfortable. Thank you Elva, you are a star!
Thank you so much for all of your help and support, Elva. You have really helped me to change my outlook on things and made me realise and understand that what I was feeling was real and did matter. You are such a lovely person and so easy to talk to. I felt safe and comfortable in your presence and in your lovely home, which helped me to relax and open up about how I was feeling.
Elva is a wonderful, caring and professional therapist and I highly recommend her. Elva created a warm and safe space where I was comfortable to open up and talk about my mental health. She is very knowledgeable and provided a variety of solutions and tools for me to work with. The blended approach of therapy and deep relaxation sessions worked perfectly, and the relaxation helped massively to calm and to focus my mind. On a practical note, my sessions were face to face which I opted for and took place in Elva's home. The room is private and quiet and overlooks a beautiful garden. I never felt like I was intruding, as Elva made me feel welcome and comfortable, which was so important especially during the first session. Also, the chair is very cosy and comfy, and there was a glass of water available at every session. A massive thank you to Elva for her time and dedication to our sessions.
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