Individual Psychology Therapy
Promoting psychological wellbeing with a collaborative, compassionate, and evidence-based approach to therapy.
For bookings or enquiries: invivopsychotherapy@gmail.com
Location: 9/128 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna (Auckland – North Shore)

We are here to help
At IN VIVO Psychotherapy, we support clients experiencing a variety of mental health issues, and life stressors. These include:
Anxiety Issues
Social anxiety, general anxiety, specific phobias, overthinking.
Depression
Low mood, lack of motivation, social isolation, negative thoughts.
Stress Related Issues
Work challenges, interpersonal relationship problems, major life adjustments.
Trauma and PTSD
Fear and avoidance support, managing triggers, learning coping strategies.
Grief and loss
Disconnectedness, feeling numb, processing grief.
Assertiveness and Confidence
Communication skills, problem solving and managing personal conflicts.
Substance Use and Addictions
Alcohol problems, anger issues, reconnecting with loved ones.
Distress from physical injury
Chronic pain, difficulties to engage with physical recovery.
Setting up and pursuing meaningful life goals.
You are in good hands
Fernando Mendes is director and senior psychologist at In Vivo Psychotherapy.
Qualifications
- Post Graduate Diploma in Psychological Practice
- Master of Science (in Psychology) with first class honors.
- Post Graduate Diploma in Health Sciences and Addictions (AOD Studies)
- Post Graduate Certificate in Psychology


Current Registrations
- New Zealand Psychologists Board (NZPB)
- New Zealand Psychological Society (NZPS)
- Brazilian Society of Psychology (SBP)
- EAP provider with Clearhead
- Victims Support Provider
Therapeutic Approaches
- Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Harm Reduction Approach to Substance Use
- Humanistic and Motivational Therapy
“Life calls not for perfection, but for completeness.”
C. G. Jung
EAP and Victim Support provider:
Fernando Mendes | Clearhead (myclearhead.com)
Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support
Fernando Mendes de Barros, Psychologist, Auckland, 0622 | Psychology Today
In Vivo Psychotherapy | Healthpages
To find out whether Victim Support funded sessions are available to you, call 0800 842 846 or visit their Website.
Services & Fees
Private Individual Session: $191.30
Private Student Rate: $165.22
*plus GST.
Funded Options
Victims Support Provider
ACC – Sensitive Claims Provider
EAP – Employment Assistance Program Affiliate
CONTACT: invivopsychotherapy@gmail.com
