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Illumen Psychology

We care for our bodies when they are injured. Let us also take time to nurture our minds.

 
 

Virtual Reality-Assisted Therapy

Face fears safely and gradually with immersive, evidence-based therapy.

 
 

Mental healthcare specialists

We provide evidence-based treatments supporting growth and positive change.

 
 

One in four

New Zealanders will experience mental health difficulties this year. The good news is that effective treatments exist.

 
 

Let’s start talking

Together we can formulate a plan for getting things on track.

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WELCOME TO

Illumen are a growing team of Clinical Psychologists and mental health specialists. We combine science, theory, and clinical experience to help people with issues that are getting in the way of living.

We provide evidence-based therapy for life’s challenges, tailored to your needs.

Our mission

We’re here to support you through life’s challenges with care and expertise. We aim to help you return to a life you value — as soon as possible.

Our services

We offer a range of evidence-based therapies for psychological and behavioural concerns, tailored to meet your individual needs and goals.

Our team

Our skilled team of psychologists is dedicated to delivering personalised mental health care with warmth, respect, and clinical excellence.

How we can help you

Across therapy, assessment, and specialist care.

Who we see

We offer therapy for individuals aged 16 and up, including support for adults of all life stages. If your needs fall outside our scope, we’ll help refer you.

Areas we treat

From anxiety and stress to grief and life transitions, we provide evidence-based support across a broad range of psychological concerns, tailored to you.

Therapies

We use a tailored mix of evidence-based therapies like CBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, and ACT to support your goals and personal needs.

Assessments

We provide psychological assessments to better understand your needs and guide your care — in collaboration with trusted providers.

Therapies we use

Evidence-based, compassionate, and tailored to you.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

CBT helps identify and change unhelpful thought patterns that influence emotions and behaviours — offering practical tools to navigate life’s challenges.

Mindfulness-Based
Therapy

Mindfulness therapies help you stay present and connected to your experience with compassion, supporting emotional regulation and wellbeing.

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy

ACT supports you in accepting difficult emotions while staying committed to your values — helping you live with greater meaning and clarity.

EMDR Therapy

EMDR is a powerful approach that helps you reprocess traumatic memories, reducing their emotional impact and promoting healing. More details coming soon.

Schema Therapy

Schema Therapy explores long-standing patterns shaped by early experiences, helping you build healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and relating.

V-RET

Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy uses immersion to safely and gradually confront fears, enhancing the effectiveness of traditional exposure therapy.

DBT Skills

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy focuses on managing strong emotions, improving relationships, and building resilience through practical, structured tools.

Find out how Illumen Psychology could help you