Kristi Shaw

Discover the Wisdom & Agency in Your Stories

Strengths-Based Therapeutic Support for Life’s Transitions

The Invitation: A Space for Possibility

Every life is a collection of stories. Sometimes, the heavier stories—of overwhelm, transition, or parenting challenges—can take up so much space that we lose sight of the vibrant, resilient versions of ourselves.

I am here to help you move through the three stages of your “Rising” journey:

• The Spark: Uncovering the small, glimmering moments of agency that are within you.
• The Opening: Deconstructing the stories that hold you back to make room for new possibilities.
• The Expansion: Integrating your strengths so you can ripple that vitality out into your all aspects of your life.

Our Collaborative Holistic Journey

I believe that meaningful change happens when we honor the mind, body, heart, and spirit. Using the principles of Appreciative Inquiry and Narrative Therapy, I support women and mothers in navigating:

• The Treasures of Transitions: Rediscovering your purpose as you and your children grow into different stages of life.
• Resilient Parenting: Specialized support for Mothers Caring for Teens with Anxiety and navigating complex family dynamics.
• Empowered Agency: Reconnecting with your voice and values during times of change.
• Integrated Wellbeing: Harmonizing the mind and body through Reiki and nature-based Forest Circles.

Community & Connection: RISING and Empowered

In addition to 1-on-1 therapy, I facilitate the Women RISING Together community hub in Waiake/Torbay with monthly groups for women facing similar things. Here is where women are seen, heard, and held – sharing and looking into the eyes of women who understand.

• Almost Kiwi: Appreciation for those navigating life in NZ from abroad.
• Presence in a Changing World: Finding grounding amidst big changes in the world
• Open for Work/Business: Strength-based collective support while looking for work
• Parenting a Teen with Anxiety: Community appreciation & support – you’re not alone
• Friday Forest Circles: weekly forest bathing in Torbay, rediscovering peaceful presence and the smile in your heart

Imagine What’s Possible

If you are ready to explore what is calling you forward, I would love to walk alongside you. Let’s begin with a free 15-minute discovery call to discuss your hopes for our time together and how we might co-create a path forward.

Take the first step toward your “Rising” self: Click the “Email Me” button or reach out on 021 300 328. I look forward to discovering your strengths with you.

About Kristi

RISING with Purpose

“Separating the problem from the person to make room for the possible.”

As a Narrative Therapist, Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator, and Reiki Master, I believe you are the expert in your own life. My role is to walk alongside you as we uncover the strengths and wisdom you already carry, but which may have been obscured by life’s heavier chapters.

I support women and mothers to meet challenges with greater agency and connection—both within themselves and in their wider communities. Whether you are navigating parenting transitions, shared-care arrangements, bullying/conflict in relationships, or a desire for deeper purpose, our work together is a collaborative discovery.

My priority is to foster your awareness and confidence in your own inner knowing. When we strengthen our individual sense of agency, we naturally ripple that vitality out into all aspects of our life.

Ready to explore what’s possible? I welcome inquiries via text or email to discuss how we might co-create a path forward that honors your story and your potential.