A Little About Me

I live in the Wairarapa with my husband Andy. We have been married for 38 years and have four adult children together. Also included in the family are two cats, three alpacas and numerous ducks and chickens.

When I'm not working, I love to spend time with my family, or gardening, sewing and renovating our 1910 house.

Carol Volp Counselling Services

I'm a professional Counsellor with counselling experience in many areas, such as depression, anxiety, grief, couples counselling, mental health issues and Sexual Abuse/Assault.
  
I have spent a number of years working in the field of mental health, counselling families and individuals who have been effected by mental illness.

What I think makes my service distinctive are my strong clinical skills and mature outlook. I demonstrate a strong respect for the values and belief systems of others while remaining supportive, broad minded and non-judgemental.

​I have a caring and empathetic nature, helping to put my clients at ease.

One of the aspects I like most about my job, is making a positive difference in people’s lives, helping people through challenging situations and reaching a positive outcome with clients who present with a wide variety of issues.
This is made easier due to my strengths of excellent communication, and interpersonal and listening skills. I am able to develop strong relationships with clients from a diverse range of backgrounds by demonstrating empathy and ensuring private matters remain confidential.

Specialisations, Qualifications and Memberships

I have a Bachelor of Counselling degree, and have completed a number of specialised training papers in
  • Client – centered therapy
  • Mental Health
  • Dynamics of Abuse
  • Alcohol and Drug
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Cognitive-behaviour therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Intimate Relationships
  • Solution Focused
  • Imago Therapy
 
I am also a member of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC), and a registered provider for ACC Sensitive Claims Work.

​Please note, I am now available for Zoom sessions if you are unable to attend in person.