GBHS Guidance Counsellor - Abbey Gilligan

Tena koutou e te whānau
Ko Piki ki runga te maunga                                
Ko Tākaka te awa                                                 
Ko Tai Tapu te moana                                         
Ko Waikoropupu te puna                                 
Ko Gilligan oku whānau
Ko Papa wha te iwi
Ko Onetahua te marae

Ko Jack Gilligan rāua ko Melba Dodd ōku tūpana i te taha o tōku mātua
Ko Willem Vōute rāua ko Cornelia Donker ōku tūpana i te taha o tōku whaea 

Ko Barrie Gilligan rāua ko Anne-Marie Vōute ōku mātua 
Ko Carly Gilligan tōku tuahine
Ko Carly rāua Bruno Herfst, ka puta ki waho Leo Herfst
Ko Phoenix rātou ko Kainga a māua tamariki
Ko Irahapeti-Ana ōku mokupuna

Ko Abbey Gilligan tōku ingoa 
Ke te Kirirkiri i whānau mai ahau
Kei Otautahi i tupu ake ahau
Kei te noho mātou ki Mohua i Te Tau Ihu o te Waka-a-Māui
E ki ana te whakatauki
Waiho i te toipoto, kāua i te toiroa
No reira, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā tatou katoa

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​In this world, there are many different experiences that can be difficult for people to cope with. Most of the time, we get on with life. Sometimes we are stopped in our tracks by an event or situation that we may not, at that moment have the resources to manage. I believe that counselling is a useful option that enables people to tell their stories in ways that make them stronger and is an opportunity for people to:
  • Gain insight, awareness  & self-acceptance
  • Discover & extend their skills, knowledge  & strengths
  • Explore difficulties & concerns & extend their ability to discover solutions & resilience
  • Become better able to develop & maintain meaningful & satisfying relationships       
  • Move in the direction of their potential, hopes & dreams.

In counselling, you can talk about any problems or concerns in a safe place with somebody who will support you. Counselling is free, voluntary and confidential. You can decide what works for you, how frequently you attend appointments and for how many sessions. You can also bring a support person or friend if you wish. In counselling, you are supported to explore your difficulties and concerns, and to develop more satisfying and resourceful ways of living.

A Counsellor can help you to...
  • explore your emotions, thoughts, and behaviour
  • become more aware of yourself, your values and what motivates you
  • plan and set goals
  • improve your relationships
  • reduce your stress
  • develop your sense of well being
  • do things differently
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A Counsellor may...
  • see you on your own or with support people
  • give you information
  • discuss with you who you could talk to about your difficulties
  • act on your behalf with your consent
  • refer you to someone more appropriate
  • promote healthy communication between families, peers and staff
  • provide Student advocacy, mediation or restorative practices
  • access support from a variety of external agencies and social services

How can I make an Appointment?
You can:
  • Ask your form teacher, dean or another member of staff you trust to help you
  • Email me on abbey@gbh.school.nz
  • Text with your name and form class to 027 352 0232
  • Come down to Te Whare Manaaki during interval or lunchtime