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Is trauma affecting your work and relationships?
Many of our clients face emotional distress affecting their personal and work lives.
- Living with trauma can feel unbearable, as if you're carrying a constant weight.
- Struggling with flashbacks, anxiety, or depression often disrupts daily life.
- Feeling isolated or ashamed, thinking no one understands what you’re going through.
- Difficulty trusting others and forming relationships.
- Difficulty concentrating at work or feeling safe in everyday situations.
- Physical symptoms like sleeplessness, panic attacks, or exhaustion.
- Hopelessness, isolation, shame, fear, and exhaustion.
You are not alone. We at Respectful Relationship Counselling are here to help you take the first step towards healing and living a happier life.
Helping Sensitive Claim Survivors Rebuild Their Lives.
We get it – living with the effects of trauma is overwhelming. The sleepless nights, the anxiety, and feeling like you’ll never feel ‘normal’ again?
We’ve helped countless Kiwis through it, and we can help you too.
With years of experience as ACC Sensitive Claims Providers, we’ve worked with men and women in Christchurch to navigate their recovery journeys.
We’re registered ACC providers, specializing in sexual abuse trauma counseling near you.
We believe everyone deserves to heal in a safe, supportive space where they’re truly heard and understood.
Beyond Basics - Offering All That You
Need to Help You Heal
Registered ACC Claims Counsellors
You get expert support tailored to your needs, which means you'll feel heard and guided every step of the way.
Trauma-Focused Therapy
Proven methods to address the root causes of your pain.
Which Means... You’ll find relief and begin to build a new life.
Confidential and Safe Environment
A Safe space to share your story
Which Means... You can heal at your own pace with full support
Proof That Healing is Possible
I finally feel like I’m in control of my emotions!
After years of feeling trapped by my past, the team at Respectful Relationship Counselling helped me find peace. I can’t thank them enough.
Sarah
New Brighton
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"I felt safe from day one."
I was nervous about opening up, but these guys made it easy.
If you’re on the fence, just give them a call – you won’t regret it.
Jake
Edgeware
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I was frightened to reach out for help, even though I knew I needed it.
RRC provided the tools and insights I needed, helping me achieve balance in my life and giving me the tools to navigate life.
Madelaine
Papanui
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Healing For You With Our
Step-by-Step Plan
Step 2: Personalised Plan
We’ll work together to understand your needs and create a personalised therapy plan just for you.
Step 3: Begin Your Journey
Start feeling stronger, more confident, and hopeful about the future.
To get all this and more…
Experienced Professionals - We Have The
Skills To Help You Heal
ACC Sensitive Claims
Qualified
We handle all the paperwork.
Which Means... You can focus on healing without extra stress.
Online Counselling Options
Access therapy from anywhere. You’ll have the flexibility to attend sessions remotely.
Flexible Appointment Times
Sessions that fit your schedule.
Which Means... Getting help is easy, even with a busy life.
Personalised Therapy Plans
Therapy sessions designed specifically for you. You’ll get the most effective and relevant support.
Holistic Approach
Comprehensive support addressing all aspects of well-being. You’ll achieve overall emotional and mental health.
Ongoing Support
Continued assistance even after initial goals are met. You’ll have long-term support for sustained well-being.
Confidential & Safe Environment
Discuss issues openly without fear. You’ll feel secure and supported during therapy.
Evidence-Based Techniques
Use of proven therapy methods.You’ll benefit from effective and reliable treatment.
Support for Various Issues
Therapy for a range of emotional and mental health problems.You’ll find support regardless of your specific issues.
To get all this and more…
ACC Counselling Made Simple
Your Questions Answered
70% of Survivors Recover Faster with Therapy – Join Them!
Survivors of trauma who engage in therapy are 70% more likely to regain a sense of control in their lives.
ACC fully covers sensitive claim counselling, so you won’t face out-of-pocket costs.
1 in 3 Kiwis will experience trauma in their lifetime, and seeking help early significantly improves recovery outcomes.
Survivors of trauma who engage with counselling through ACC are twice as likely to rebuild trust and improve relationships with others.
Seeking help early can reduce the long-term impact of trauma, such as anxiety and depression, by up to 60%.
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