Making life feel more manageable.

Lauren Read

Mental Health Occupational Therapist

Based in Auckland, New Zealand. I hire out offices accordingly so venues may vary. Video call options available if appropriate.

Kia ora, I’m Lauren. I am an Occupational Therapist and the person behind Mind Your Way.

I support people, professionals and workplaces with practical, personalised support around mental health, wellbeing and everyday life.

My approach is simple: find what works for you, not what you’re told should work.

Because sometimes you don't need to try harder. You need a different way.

Book a free 15 minute consultation

What is Mind Your Way?

Mind Your Way is about finding ways to make everyday life work better for you.

As an Occupational Therapist, I look at the things that matter in your everyday life, whether that's managing your mental health, getting through your routines, navigating work, understanding your needs, building confidence or simply figuring out why things feel harder than they seem.

I provide individual OT support, professional supervision and workplace wellbeing services, all with a practical and person-centred approach.

  • Mental Health Occupational Therapy Interventions/ Whakaora Ngangahau

    Practical, individualised support to help make everyday life more manageable.

    I work with people experiencing mental health challenges, neurodivergence, disability, stress, burnout, injury or major life changes.

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  • Mind Your Business/ Oranga Mahi Wāhi

    Workplace wellbeing support designed to help organisations look after the people behind the work.

    From one-off mental health talks to tailored workplace wellbeing packages, I work with organisations to create practical support that makes a difference.

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  • Professional Supervision/ Whaiutu Whakahaere Tikanga

    A space for Occupational Therapists, mental health professionals and other practitioners to reflect, develop their practice and feel supported in the work they do.

    Available individually or in groups, online via Zoom or in person for Auckland-based practitioners.

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  • “I was unsure about therapy before starting. My mind kept telling me 'maybe my mind isn't bad enough to go to therapy.' I couldn't have been more wrong. Anxiety is something I've dealt with for a number of years and since taking the step to go see Lauren, through sensory input, I now know ways to help manage my anxiety when I start to feel it come on. Lauren was so lovely, understanding and easy to talk to. I highly recommend her!"

    -Former Client

  • "I came to see Lauren for my anxiety that had begun to be all consuming. I learnt so much about how my body reacts to sensory input, and have been implementing the practices daily to combat my fight or flight! I never knew what I could do for myself to physically ground myself. It has changed the game for me, I understand myself so much better, and my anxiety has been SO controllable - couldn't be more thankful!"

    -Former Client

FAQ

Mind Your Way Limited New Zealand. Contact us . Mental Health Support. Mental Health Occupational Therapy.

  • Not necessarily.

    You can contact me directly for private OT services, professional supervision and workplace wellbeing support.

    Some funding pathways, such as ACC Sensitive Claims or other funding arrangements, have specific eligibility or referral requirements. If you're unsure, I'm happy to talk you through your options.

  • Yes. I offer Zoom appointments for OT and professional supervision.

    Depending on the service and your location, in-person options may also be available. For Auckland-based clients and practitioners, get in touch to discuss what might work best.

  • Absolutely.

    I offer a free 15-minute Zoom consultation where we can have a quick chat about what you're looking for, answer any questions and work out whether my services might be a good fit.

    You don't need to have everything figured out before you get in touch.

  • I'll provide a clear quote before we start working together, so you know what to expect with no surprises.