Our Hapū
At Haumanu Hapū, our dedicated team is committed to providing compassionate theraputic support and guidance of the ACC Sensitive Claims process. As a multidisciplinary team we offer the full range of ACC Sensitive Claim trauma recovery services to ensure a holistic approach to post traumatic growth and well-being. We are trauma recovery specalist, empowering individuals to create the life they want.
Together, we are here to support your journey toward healing and growth.
Haumanu Hapū
ACC Sensitive Claims Support Services
Counsellor & Social Worker
Cas Gillespie
I work with young people , adults and whānau to support their holistic wellness from a trauma informed strength-based lens , so they can experience tino rangatiratanga and achieve their moemoea (dreams) .
Counsellor & Social Worker
Alex Mahrla
My passion is supporting people to grow and thrive so they can live their best lives without being restricted by trauma. I provide tools and strategies to address trauma and its challenges.
Counsellor & Social Worker
Santana Mackey
My passion is supporting whānau to nurture tino rangatiratanga and mana motuhake. My kaitiakitanga approach is strength-based and solution focused, using states of mauri to navigate trauma and support Oranga Tonutanga - continued wellbeing.
Counsellor & Social Worker
Ashleigh Rees
I offer an integrative therapy drawing on my background in social work and training as a Hakomi therapist, a mindful, body-centered psychotherapy. I provide a holistic, compassionate and trauma informed approach, supporting people on their journey to understanding and wholeness.
Counsellor
Catherine Clarke
My passion is supporting people to navigate life challenges to enable growth. I believe building a trusting relationship is paramount to support positive change. My approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, and solution focused therapy.
Counsellor & Social Worker
Nina Te Momo
I strongly believe in the importance of offering a safe and compassionate space to enable individuals and whānau to be genuinely heard, building trust and working together on a journey of holistic wellness. I use an integrative approach, bringing flexibility depending on needs, including mind and somatic/body-based strategies.
Mental Health Nurse
Michelle Cole
I offer support for your mental health while you undertake your journey.
I work with children, adolescents and adults from a strength based, trauma informed, growth mindset.
Counsellor & Occupational Therapist
Jen Wearne
I work with youth and adults to support personal empowerment and post-traumatic growth, via harnessing the innate wisdom of the mind and body in healing. I offer over 15 years clinical experience and training in numerous evidence-based modalities for trauma resolution including EMDR.
Physiotherapist
Anne Macann
I have worked as a physiotherapist and Japanese-style acupuncturist for over 35 years. I combine joint and muscle therapy with gentle, non-invasive Toyohari acupuncture. I treat chronic conditions, pain, fatigue, insomnia, anxiety and depression.
Dietician
Shona Collins
With so much food misinformation, eating can feel stressful. I take a Health at Every Size® approach, supporting gentle, realistic changes that fit real life, focusing on rebuilding and protecting a healthy relationship with food.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr Alison Jones
Alison is our warm, compassionate and gentle psychologist who does our supported assessments at Haumanu Hapū. Please note she does not offer individual therapy.
Social Worker
Emily Hickson
I believe in creating a safe, compassionate space where people and whānau feel genuinely heard. I take an integrative, flexible, trauma-informed approach, supporting each person’s unique needs while working toward greater wellbeing.
Speech and Language Therapist
Alison Bruce
Alison is a Speech and Language Therapist with experience supporting communication and language development across a range of needs.
Counsellor
Carla Zurne
I am a trained EMDR clinician and my approach is holistic. I use the Te Whare Tapa Whā model to ensure balance and weave together tools like CBT, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness. I am proud to offer affirming support for the Rainbow community.
Social Worker
Sandy Fretwell
I provide compassionate, bicultural, trauma-informed support. Through intentional listening and a collaborative, task-centred approach, I partner with clients to enhance hauora using Te Whare Tapa Whā, building on strengths and reducing barriers.
