Hi, I’m Lesley Hofer.
I chose to become a counsellor so I could draw alongside people during difficult times of life. Little did I realise, the training I received would help me through some challenges myself. I consider it a privilege to join your journey; to empower you in making effective decisions enabling gains in life, work, and relationships.
I am married, have raised children, and welcomed grandchildren into the family. Previously, I have worked as a manager in corporate and small businesses and ran my own business.
I use different approaches and tools to meet the need of each person. These include Person Centred, CBT, TA, IDT, ACT, EFT, IFS, Narrative, Mindfulness, Solution Focused, Toolbox Parenting, and Critical Incident
Specialties: General Counselling, Supervision, Anger, Anxiety, Business Stress, Child and Family, Depression, Grief and Loss, Couple Counselling, Migration Issues, Parenting, Stress Management, Self- Esteem and Workplace Issues.
Other: Corporate and small business management and IT background. Facilitates Toolbox Parenting and Marriage Courses
Ages: Adults
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts, Diploma Counselling, MNZACC
Years in practice: 13+
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.