Vicki Jones

Counsellor

Loves to collect Victorian teacups and has a passion for the colour purple!

Vicki believes that supporting children, young people, and their learning communities is a profound privilege. As a qualified therapist bringing a rich background in nursing and counselling alongside deep community roots, she partners with students, school staff, and whānau to navigate life's complexities and build lasting resilience. Her practice is grounded, trauma-informed, and creative—thoughtfully weaving art and creative modalities into her work in school and community settings to help young people explore feelings, develop self-regulation, and grow.

Specialist Areas of Practice

• School-based counselling and youth emotional well-being
• Creative and art-based modalities for children and young people
• Social and emotional regulation skills
• Consultation and professional supervision for pastoral care teams and educators
• Stress, burnout prevention, and resilience building
• Community-based health and social care support
• Equine Therapy

Qualifications and Memberships

• Qualified Equine Therapist
• Master of Arts (Applied Nursing)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing (Mental Health)
• Bachelor of Social Science (Counselling)
• Diploma of Nursing
• Doctoral Candidate, Doctor of Professional Practice (Thesis submitted for assessment)
• Registered Counsellor & Professional Supervisor
• New Zealand Nursing Council

Vicki is based in West Otago.

Email: vicki@rethink.net.nz