Unregistered counsellor found to have breached clients' rights

NZ HeraldStuffMonday 17 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

In this story Health and Disability Commissioner

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The Health and Disability Commissioner has ruled that an unregistered counsellor engaged in a pattern of disrespectful and unprofessional behaviour. Following four complaints, the findings include instances of belittling conduct, such as clicking fingers in a client's face.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Mon 17 Aug, 5:00pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 65 minutes
  1. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Health and Disability Commissioner finds unregistered counsellor breached clients’ rights after four complaints (opens in new tab)

  2. StuffStuff

    Counsellor clicked fingers in client’s face ‘like calling a dog’ (opens in new tab)