Trauma & PTSD therapy

Trauma and PTSD therapy in New Zealand: what sessions cost

Updated 4 November 2026

Trauma and PTSD therapy in New Zealand ranges from a koha (pay what you can) up to NZ$150 an hour including GST, and an EMDR session is about NZ$229. These are approximate prices, according to sellers' websites, November 2026. For offers from therapists near you, post a free request on BlaBlaPrice.

Local standards to check

For EMDR, look for a therapist who has completed EMDR Basic Training and has practised EMDR for at least one year, as the national EMDR association describes. Its directory is a good place to start. Check that the therapist is a registered health professional too. For counselling after a physical injury or after sexual abuse, ACC can help pay for sessions, so ask whether the therapist works with ACC before you book.

Season and planning sessions

Therapy runs all year, and the climate does not change its price. November is late spring here, and winter from June to August has short days, so a fixed weekly time is easier to keep through the darker months. Choose a regular time when you start, and tell the therapist how many sessions you expect, because prices are usually given per session or per programme.

Group programmes and koha

Group programmes are usually paid in advance: one 10-week programme costs NZ$450 for the full course, including GST. Some peer support groups run on koha, which means you contribute what you can afford. Ask the provider how payment works before you join.

What to put in the request

Describe your reason for seeking help in your own words, and say who the client is, yourself or someone else. Add the therapy method you prefer, the number of sessions you expect, the experience you want from the specialist, and whether you want one-to-one or group work. Include your city (Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton or Tauranga), the times that suit you, and your budget per session.

Get offers by writing your request on BlaBlaPrice. It is free for buyers, and you describe what you need in the chat. Sellers reply with their price and terms, and your contacts stay hidden until you decide who to contact. Related pages: Psychologists and Medical services.