Touch of Calm

Putting you at ease

Welcome to Touch of Calm

Life Coach and Havening Techniques ® Practitioner in Kelburn, Wellington

Kia ora, my name is Jessie Wood and I am an accredited Life Coach, fully qualified Havening Techniques Practitioner, and Mahi Wairua Practitioner.

I whakapapa to Ngāti Rārua, and Te Āti-hau-nui-ā-Pāpārangi (amongst other iwi) and bring a te Ao Māori lens to my mahi/work with clients.

With three years' experience helping clients, my face-to-face Havening Practice in Kelburn, Wellington gives you a safe, private, non-judgmental space to work through challenges such as distressing memories, stress, anxiety, phobias, low self-esteem and bereavement.

I also provide personalised Life Coaching to help you get clarity, tackle goals and level up in your life.

If you are looking for Havening or Life Coaching in Wellington, please feel free to drop me a line at jessie@touchofcalm.co.nz.

My practice is easily accessible from the top Cable Car stop and is nearby to Victoria University. Online sessions are also available.

Havening Techniques

Are you feeling stressed or anxious? Overwhelmed? Are unwanted emotions niggling at you?

Or perhaps you have experienced traumatic events that you want to let go of?

If so you're in the right place. Havening is a therapeutic approach that combines neuroscience with simple, soothing touch to disconnect triggers from emotional responses. It is a powerful yet gentle tool to help you move past challenging emotions, states and memories.

You can read more about Havening and how it works by clicking on the button below.

How Havening Can help

I have used Havening to help clients with a range of issues, which include but are not limited to:

Distressing memories

Phobias and fears

Grief and loss

Pain management

Feeling stuck

Anxiety and Stress Management

Building a positive mindset

Improving self-esteem

Relationship issues

Low mood, lack of motivation

Overwhelm

What Clients are Saying

"I was lucky enough to have some Havening sessions with Jessie which helped significantly to calm my overactive nervous system. Jessie is a calm, caring practitioner who put me at ease and made me feel completely comfortable. Havening is a valuable tool to add to your selfcare toolkit and Jessie is an amazing teacher."

Niki W

"Jessie is not only a gifted practitioner but also a kind and generous soul. As soon as I walk into my Havening sessions with her I immediately feel at ease with her empathetic, attentive and caring approach.

Havening has helped me to significantly reduce the effects of several life stressors that have overwhelmed me in the last year, and to show me a simple yet powerful technique to assist me in my recovery journey. After each session I feel clearer, grounded and significantly less anxious. I highly recommend at least one session with Jessie."

Chris M

"Jessie has a unique blend of skills, knowledge, and capacity to heal. She guides you beyond what has always been to a place where possibilities emerge.

Jessie creates an environment where I feel very safe, cared for, understood and respected. Through this I feel ready to explore trauma, fear or whatever arises during the session. After these sessions, I find myself meeting life with far more self-assuredness and new ways of being."

Anna R

Life Coaching

I also offer life coaching sessions in Kelburn, Wellington or online.

I can help you navigate change, overcome challenges and move forward. I've seen first-hand how powerful it is when someone feels truly heard and supported. Life coaching is about creating that supportive space- a place where you can gain clarity, set meaningful goals and take action towards the life you want.

Whether you're feeling stuck, facing a big transition, or simply want to bring more purpose to your life, I'm here to guide you. Together, we'll explore your possibilities and create a plan that feels right for you. You already have the answers- let's uncover them together.

Get in touch to discuss how life coaching can help you take the next step.

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Initial Consultation

I offer a no cost, no obligation 15-30 minute initial consultation over the phone or online before committing to further sessions.

This gives you a chance to ask any questions you may have about havening, life coaching or other areas you wish to know about. I will also briefly walk you through how I work, and we can then decide whether we'd be a good fit for each other.

There is no pressure on you to continue working with me if you don't want to.

You can give me a call on 029 0450 3686 or flick me an email at jessie@touchofcalm.co.nz.

My Location

I have a private practice room nestled in the beautiful Botanic Gardens at 32 Salamanca Road, Kelburn, Wellington.

It's a three-minute stroll from the Cable car stop on Upland Road, or a ten-minute walk from Victoria University.

Online sessions are also available.

Pricing and session length

Havening or Life Coaching sessions are 45-60 minutes long, depending on the presenting issue.

Complex or layered issues usually need 3-5 sessions. The amount and regularity of sessions will depend on the complexity of the particular issue you'd like to work on.

Individual session $115

3 session bundle $276

5 session bundle $460

All prices are in NZ$ and include GST. Sessions are paid in advance.

Bundles must be paid in full or in two instalments to qualify for the discount.

If cost is a barrier, please get in touch to discuss other options.