As a therapy sceptic, I quickly changed my mind working with John. By asking and guiding towards the right questions, I became aware of my thought process and reactions, especially anger. More importantly, I learned how to ground myself in my body thanks to tips and practice and give space to my feelings without getting submerged by them. John knows how to adapt his skills to needs and makes the process much lighter and personal, even in the face of my cynicism. It’s like having a helpful and reassuring buddy on the path to our authentic self. I deeply advise anyone who wants to unchain themselves from old patterns to work with John!

Emmy. Therapy client. France

“Making a commitment to yourself and pulling the trigger on therapy is not an easy thing for young men. But it is something I’m so glad I did. I came into my first appointment full of nerves, and daunted by a feeling of the unknown. 5 minutes with John and that fear had eroded. He is extremely personable, calming and knowledgeable. As someone who has no previous experience in therapy, John was excellent at showing me the ropes and making me feel extremely comfortable in my time with him. I feel more confident and in control of my own journey now. He has provided me with great tools to control myself going forward in life. I’m very grateful I was recommended to him. And I’d like to pass on that favour on to you. Give John a message, you'll thank me later.

Nic. Therapy client. New Zealand

“I’m really happy that I followed the impulse to meet with you and learn more about your therapy/coaching services. From the first meeting I felt a deep sense of support, your genuine helpfulness, and I felt zero pressure at all. The sessions with you have been a great support in dealing with challenges like uncertainty, self-doubt and making difficult life decisions. I always felt like I am walking away more centered and clear after each session, and the tools I learned from you are helpful in everyday life, and I know they will be for a long time. I really like how you are really professional while very human and authentic at the same time. Thank you for everything.”

Phil. Therapy/Coaching client. Austria

“I’m really grateful I was introduced to John. He is different from other therapists I’ve spoken to. He works with you, makes you accountable for the change..It’s more like a partnership to achieve a better you. For me personally, John's methodology was well-suited and has really helped me with accepting my current reality, taking meaningful action and getting outcomes! It wasn’t all just talk for talk's sake (I’m sure that’s highly relevant to some people in certain situations), but for me, what is so clear is the progress I’ve made. Real tangible results, underpinned by a shift in my perspective, a deeper understanding of myself and John's unwavering focus and support to keep me moving forward. I also like how he acknowledges and validates your feelings along the way. Very important. I highly recommend working with John :).”

Abby. Therapy client. New Zealand

“I initially came to John seeking relationship counselling, but he quickly and gently uncovered that there was so much more beneath the surface. What felt like a giant, tangled mess of emotions and confusion began to clear, bringing me back to myself with surprising clarity.In just a short amount of time, I felt deeply seen, heard, and validated in a way I hadn’t experienced before. He guided me out of my overactive, rational mind and into the wisdom of my body and emotions. That shift alone has been profoundly grounding, freeing, and healing.We’ve only just begun, and yet I’ve already made more progress in these past two months than I have in the last 15 years. I’m so grateful for this path.”

DD. Therapy client. Holland

“I have dipped in and out of therapy since I was a teenager with varying degrees of success. John came highly recommended by a friend and I am so grateful to have found a therapist who has the right balance of empathy, pragmatism and helpful tools. Recently John helped me with accepting a difficult relationship in my life for what it is. This has provided me with a sense of freedom from the guilt and expectations I have placed on myself around this relationship for years.”

Coaching/Therapy client. New Zealand

“I’m so grateful for you sharing your knowledge and expertise with us all and for guiding us on this journey into self-understanding. You’ve always supported my Māoritanga (Māori culture) and invited me to tie in Māori concepts alongside the DBT, which worked amazingly to support my healing journey.”

DBT Client. New Zealand

“X  has had more professionals come in and out of her life than I can remember, never has anyone stuck with her through the ups and downs, not many has she even trusted or cared to listen to.... but you somehow earned her utmost respect, so, in turn, mine also.”

Mother of DBT client. New Zealand

“John was professional in all aspects of our interactions and was excellent at keeping me on track and focused on the goals that we had set at our first meeting. With John's assistance, I have lost 14kg of weight, secured a part-time teacher assistance role at a local intermediate school and have a better insight into my illness and injuries. Also, I have gained knowledge of services and equipment available to me for my assistance.”

Vocational rehabilitation client. New Zealand

“I'd like to take the time to thank you for the help you have given me over the period of the year we had worked together. After your absence, I continued to work on myself - with a key goal of weight loss, fitness and overall mindset. This year I have shed 12 of those kilos, been called up to play higher grad netball, and honestly have never in my postpartum years felt physically better. You have taught me patience; to stop and think before reacting. You have taught me inner kindness, which I am still working on- but you really have reframed what it looks like to be kinder to yourself, and the word I use is more forgiving. Because as much as I am sure we'd like to, we can not be perfect all of the time. And we can not give everything, every time, especially when we are not okay ourselves.”

DBT client . New Zealand

“John showed an unwavering kindness and professionalism toward all of us in what was one of the most difficult times in our lives. John recognised that although our daughter was a young adult she was also a central point in her wider family unit and included us in her journey to recovery. Without the help of John and his continual desire to look for answers and treatment, we would not have a happy healthy and thriving young adult still with us. We will forever be in debt to John for his work with our daughter and he holds a special place in our hearts.“

Parents of DBT client. New Zealand