Kia ora! I’m Frances Hardiman.
I trained to be a counsellor so I could support people to find ways to manage the challenging things that come up in life. I thought counselling was for other people, not for me! Only when I began my training and was required to have counselling myself did I discover how useful it can be. For many years I was involved in education and pastoral ministry in Fiji. I have wide experience of relating with people of different cultural and faith backgrounds.
I use different approaches and tools that best fit the needs of each person. These include Person Centred Counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Transactional Analysis, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Interactive Drawing Therapy and Mindfulness. I am also a qualified Supervisor.
Specialties: General counselling, Supervision, trauma, abuse / violence, stress, grief, depression, issues with anger, confidence & self-esteem, faith journey and workplace issues.
Languages: English, Fiji Hindi
Ages: Adults of all ages, including the Elderly
Qualifications: BA Education, Masters in Pastoral Ministry, Family Ministry and Counselling, MNZAC and registered with ACC for Sensitive Claims
Years in practice: 22+
Counselling Fees
(in-person or remote)
Our fees vary depending on the services provided. A standard 60-minute consultation for an individual is $125, and for a couple or family it's $145. An extended session of 75 minutes is available for a slightly higher fee. We accept EFTPOS or bank transfer; however, we do not have credit card facilities. The fee is payable on the day of the appointment.
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend your appointment for any reason, we require 24 hours' notice of cancellation. A $40 fee will be charged for late cancellation.
Please note that the fee will be charged to ensure our counsellors are compensated for their allocated time.
We kindly ask that you notify us as soon as possible if you need to reschedule, so we can offer the appointment to another client. Thank you for your understanding. Please cancel by telephone (09 576 4248), email, or respond to the SMS message.
Reminder Service
Email and Txt reminders are sent. Three and one working days before the counselling sessions. Please respond to the reminder asap if you cannot make your appointment.
Government Assistance
Work and Income
You may be eligible for subsidised counselling services through Work & Income, if you are already entitled to a benefit or if your income is under a certain level. We have the forms and can assist you with these.
Initiate Your Comprehensive Wellness Plan
Submit the brief inquiry form to discuss your needs and we will contact you for a face-to-face consultation.