HI, I’M EMILY & THIS IS MY STORY

I have been through many trials and triumphs in my own journey of wellbeing. At age 16 my self-esteem and body image declined. I felt helpless and lived with anxieties and fears of never being enough. I hit rock bottom and after living through an eating disorder in secrecy, I realised that something had to change. On a trip away with my best friend, I came across a book which changed my life. I learnt about breathing, mind and body connective movement and techniques to reshape my mind.

I decided that enough is enough and by my own will, I embarked on a journey of re-aligning my body, mind, spirit, physical well being and relationships. It was a tough and intense journey, but the tools I have learnt have been life changing and have changed the course of meaning and purpose in my life. I still use these tools today. I believe there is no need to go through struggles alone. There is no shame in reaching out for help and support.

Reso holistic counselling was born as I have found so much hope in the tools I have learnt. I love supporting people in their journey of healing. I know that people are in deep need of support, but are struggling to get access to services. I am a trained Social Worker specialising in Grief and Loss. In my training I learnt therapeutic and holistic skills. I have loved running Reso Retreats in America, Australia and New Zealand and providing space for women to breathe, connect and be well at retreats and then take those tools home as well.

I am currently doing a Postgraduate diploma in Psychotherapy. Holistic wellbeing is my passion, and creating space for people to heal has become a part of my purpose.

From my own personal and professional experience, I would love to journey with you into holistic well being through holistic custom counselling sessions.

If you are in need of support, I am here for you. You are not alone.

“When I set out to look for a suitable counselor, I wanted something all-encompassing, a holistic approach that would cover my whole being, mind, body & emotionally & spiritually. I wanted to address past trauma and try to understand why I continue to sabotage my life & effectively hurt others in my life through my actions. I was hurt confused & needed closure. What I discovered through Emily Milward, was an incredible young woman with a knowledge of the dynamic / dysfunction in families, a rationale for the repetitive behaviors that are soul destroying, and an extremely incredible approach to acceptance & ultimate healthy healing through the discipline & benefits of breathwork & yoga. “

“Emily made me feel so comfortable, relaxed, and safe, I found I could divulge absolutely everything, the space was safe to do so. She listens intently and will constantly ask more of me if it is safe to do so. She will frame her responses in such a way that it provides me an opportunity to process my experiences, I chose to journal my findings and this proved to be hugely effective. Emily provided prompts and observations that I will read and process and therefore put to paper my responses.”

“What I find is an incredible way to heal, to move forward with acceptance, and more importantly an understanding of who I am as a person. My advice to anyone pursuing Emily for holistic healing would be to engage 110%, to let all those issues deemed big or small out into the light, to be completely honest. The biggest advice would be to completely trust this incredible process. Nothing is too big for Emily to handle. Her empathy knows no bounds, & the results are so incredible, the freedom of no longer carrying these burdens, to be able to let go and let God. The tools she offers through simple breathing tasks will be something you have for life. Why wait, book a time, and live your best life?”

ARE THESE SESSIONS CONFIDENTIAL?

Yes. Everything you tell your counsellor is treated as strictly confidential. The only exception to this is when there is a threat to someone’s safety; either your own or somebody else’s.

DO YOU DO SESSIONS FOR COUPLES?

Yes upon request. Breath, movement and counselling can be beneficial for individual healing as well as couples healing and working through road blocks together. Quotes on request.

HOW OFTEN DO SESSIONS OCCUR?

Sessions usually occur weekly although sometimes more or less frequent sessions are more appropriate.

HOW LONG ARE 1:1 SESSIONS?

60 minutes.

However, sometimes due to multiple factors, different durations can be negotiated in advance. For example

60 minutes can go quite fast if emotional distress is high during coaching and a 90 minute or 2 hour session can feel more useful.

Due to affordability and/or needs, some people opt for 30 - 45 minute sessions. Quoted on request.

HOW DO I PAY

I will send you an invoice via email. Direct bank deposit. Due 24 hours before the session.

I AM NERVOUS ABOUT MAKING AN APPOINTMENT. CAN YOU TELL ME WHAT TO EXPECT?

This is not uncommon. I would love to have a short phone call with you. I am happy to introduce myself and explain what the sessions entail.

ARE SESSIONS AVAILABLE IN PERSON AND VIA ZOOM?

Absolutely. I understand that in some cases people are unable to meet in person. Zoom sessions are a great way for you to be in a comfortable space for you.

HOW ARE SESSIONS HELD DURING COVID RESTRICTIONS?

All sessions will be outside until Covid restrictions ease. This is a great way to be in nature and get some fresh air. Otherwise sessions will be held on zoom.

HOW DO I BOOK AN APPOINTMENT?

Via our ‘contact’ page or email/text:

021 204 9725.

DO I STILL NEED TO PAY IF I CANCEL MY SESSION?

We have a cancellation policy which requires full payment 24 hours before your session. If cancellation is made after this 24 hour period, a non-refundable 50% deposit will be kept. No-shows will incur the full fee.

WHAT ARE YOUR OFFICE HOURS?

9am - 7pm Monday - Friday

Weekends/after hour appointments can be made upon request but are limited.

WHAT DO I DO IF I WOULD LIKE TO DISCONTINUE WITH THE SESSIONS?

If you would like to discontinue with your sessions, simply send Emily an email to let her know.

DO YOU OFFER MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS SERVICES?

These holistic counselling sessions are not designed to work with those going through emergency crisis. Please get in tough with the Mental Health Crisis Team in NZ.