Dr. Curtis made the whole process feel so much less overwhelming, being kind, patient, and easy to talk to. What I felt would have been a really daunting experience was instead made to feel safe and manageable.​
Aroha Claire Williams
Dr Alexa was kind and caring whilst staying extremely professional. She listened intently to my story, and I felt understood every step of the way ... Thank you so much Alexa. I can now move forward feeling validated and with clarity.
Lucas Bennett
Dr Alexa Curtis
Consultant Clinical Psychologist
DClinPsych, MNZPsS, MEMDRNZ
Alexa (she/her) is an experienced clinician supporting individuals and groups, including offering ADHD and autism diagnostic assessments, professional supervision, and brief psychological support sessions. Alexa has special interests in neurodivergence, mental health, psychological trauma, and forensic psychology.
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Alexa draws from many years of experience in the mental health and wellbeing sector. Her expertise cover a range of evidence-based psychological approaches, such as CBT, EMDR, and solution-focused therapy. Alexa also conducted research with Massey University into non-verbal indicators of emotion, exploring how training and experience can enhance the recognition of emotional expression.
Alexa has worked for the Department of Corrections, ACC, and with the Royal Commission of Inquiry into abuse in state care, providing wellbeing support to survivors during investigations.
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Alexa's style is warm, authentic, and compassionate. She takes a strengths-based and holistic approach to her mahi (work), and is sensitive to the effects of trauma.
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When she's not working, Alexa loves spending time with her grandchildren, dogs and cats. She also loves travel and yoga. Alexa is based in Levin, Horowhenua.
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Professional Memberships:​
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New Zealand Psychologist Board (NZPB)
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New Zealand Psychology Society (NZPsS)
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New Zealand EMDR Association (EMDRNZ)
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International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA)