Individual Therapy
One-to-one sessions to explore what's weighing on you, understand your patterns and build practical ways forward.
Unique Support Services · Torbay & online
See things in a new light.
When familiar patterns keep you feeling stuck, a different perspective can open up a way forward. Thoughtful, confidential therapy for individuals and couples, with Shirley Parker.
Registered Mental Health and Behaviour Therapist
In Torbay, Auckland & online across New Zealand
Welcome
You keep finding yourself in the same place.
Perhaps the same worries keep returning, conversations end in familiar conflict, or you feel caught between knowing what you need and being able to change. You don't have to work through it alone.
At Unique Support Services, Shirley offers a non-judgemental space to slow down, understand what's happening and explore what might be keeping you stuck. Together, you can work towards meaningful change in your own time.
Meet ShirleyOur services
Real support, for the seasons you're in.
Couples Therapy
A neutral, supportive space for couples to work through conflict, rebuild trust and strengthen connection.
Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing
Support with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem and the everyday pressures that affect how you feel. Therapeutic support for adults with ADHD includes emotional regulation, overwhelm, self-esteem, organisation and relationship challenges.
Behavioural & Emotional Regulation
Understand what drives difficult reactions and develop steadier ways to respond to stress and strong emotions.
Relationships & Communication
Learn to express needs clearly, listen more deeply and navigate the relationships that matter to you.
Stress, Trauma & Life Transitions
Gentle, paced support through difficult experiences, change, loss and the transitions life brings.
Our approach
Therapy that goes deeper than talking it out.
Having space to talk matters. Therapy can also help you understand the patterns beneath difficult feelings and reactions, and develop practical ways to respond differently. Shirley's approach is collaborative, evidence-informed and trauma-informed, shaped around your circumstances, needs and goals.
- Personalised to your situation and pace
- Collaborative: we set goals together
- Trauma-informed, safe and respectful
- Practical tools alongside deeper understanding
Meet Shirley
Authentic, thoughtful, deeply human.
Shirley Parker
Registered Mental Health and Behaviour Therapist
With over 15 years working in mental health, Shirley supports individuals and couples with emotional, behavioural and relationship difficulties. Unique Support Services is her established private practice on Auckland's North Shore.
Her work combines professional experience with a thoughtful, collaborative approach. Your story, strengths and goals remain at the centre of the work.
More about ShirleyWhy choose us
Professional, compassionate and practical support
Professionally registered
Statutory professional registration, with a commitment to ethical and accountable care.
Confidential & non-judgemental
A safe, respectful space where you can speak openly.
Evidence-informed
Grounded in established psychological and therapeutic approaches.
Personalised to you
Therapy shaped around your circumstances, needs and goals.
Individuals & couples
Support for you on your own, or together with your partner.
In person or online
Sessions in Torbay, Auckland, or online anywhere in New Zealand.
Therapy is a partnership, and you set the direction.
What Our Clients Say
Real experiences. Personal perspectives.
Choosing a therapist is a personal decision. These reflections offer a glimpse into the experiences people have shared about their time with Unique Support Services.
“I had 3 sessions with Shirley this past month. Her no-nonsense, pragmatic approach was very helpful. She affirmed insights I was already forming, offered gentle guidance and reflections, and helped me feel empowered and positive about life and my goals. I highly recommend her as an effective counsellor.”
“Shirley quickly made me feel comfortable in her lovely consulting room. She understood my concerns, explained my reactions clearly, and gave me effective, easy-to-use tools. I now have these tools for the future. Thank you, Shirley — you truly made a difference.”
“We came into counselling feeling stuck, frustrated, and unsure if we could move forward together. From the start, we felt safe to be honest without judgment. The sessions helped us understand each other’s perspectives, rebuild trust, and communicate in ways that actually brought us closer. We’re in a much better place now, stronger as a couple and more hopeful about our future.”
“Absolutely the most brilliant counselling I’ve ever had. Shirley listens well, is knowledgeable, easy to understand, and gives practical guidance. I had very difficult issues; two are solved, and I’m confident about the third.”
“Exceptional therapy. The best I have had for practical life tools for dealing with ADHD and the feelings surrounding it and day to day challenges. Amazing.”
“I was feeling lost and unhappy when I sought therapy. Shirley helped me see things differently, gave me tools for managing anxiety and thought loops, and reminded me that my uniqueness brings value to the world. I'm very grateful for the sessions and excited for what's ahead.”
Take the first step toward healing.
You don't need to have everything figured out to begin. Book an appointment with Shirley, or get in touch if you'd like to ask a question first.