Cynthia

Cynthia Crosse

Certified Professional Counselor

I offer grounded, compassionate counselling for people exploring life’s big questions – around sexuality, spirituality, aging, death, and what it all means.

About Me

I offer a grounded, compassionate space to explore life’s profound questions. When themes like sexuality, spirituality, aging, or mortality arise, I provide a steady presence. We can gently unravel complex feelings, helping you make sense of these experiences. This collaborative process allows you to find clarity and a deeper understanding of yourself.

Approach

I work with a collaborative approach, carefully pacing curiosity and practical grounding. Together will develop clear steps for managing anxiety, grief, addiction or the impact of abuse.

I listen for links between body, belief and behaviour, work with the stories you bring, and set small, achievable practices between meetings.

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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

  • Counselling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Online Counselling

    Counselling conducted via video, phone, or secure messaging, providing professional support remotely.

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  • Trauma Counselling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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  • Relationship Counselling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)

    A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Children
  • Couples
  • Elderly
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Spiritual or Faith-Based Counseling

    Counselling that integrates spiritual or religious beliefs into the therapeutic process for people who want faith to be part of their healing.

  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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Professional Title:

  • Certified Professional Counselor

    A counselor who has met certification standards for providing professional mental health counselling services.

Credentials

Registrations

New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC)

Counsellor

Qualifications

University of Auckland

Service Areas

Avondale Counsellor

In-person & Online

Avondale

Auckland, Auckland

New Zealand

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Avondale, Auckland, New Zealand