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Lucia Menchini

Bachelor's in Psychology (2017). Masters in Clinical Neuropsychology (2022). Postgrad Diploma in Clinical Psychology (2026).

Lucía is a Clinical Neuropsychologist, Counsellor, and Creativity and Innovation Consultant who is passionate about supporting people in strengthening their identity, wellbeing, and sense of belonging. Originally from Argentina and bilingual in Spanish and English, she brings a deep respect for cultural diversity and inclusion into her work. 
She is a Registered Member of NZAC with a current Annual Practising Certificate, an Accredited Provider with Te Whatu Ora, and a Named Service Provider for ACC Sensitive Claims and Physical Injuries (approved for individual therapy, group therapy, and assessments). Recently completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology with a focus on Systemic Therapies, she offers holistic, evidence-based support. Lucía enjoys working with neurodiverse clients, Rainbow communities (LGBTQIA+), people exploring identity, and those seeking career and vocational guidance, using a warm, collaborative, and systemic approach tailored to each individual.Clinical Neuropsychologist, Counsellor and Creativity and Innovation Consultant with special interest in interdisciplinary work, multicultural studies and Indigenous psychology related to social inclusion and the enhancement of sociocultural diversity as a strengthening of identity construction.

Te Whātu Ora Accredited Member Registered with NZAC with an Annual Practicing Certificate as a Counsellor. Working towards NZPB registration as a Clinical Psychologist.

Formally trained in evidence-based therapy and fully involved in systemic theories and therapies.

Born and raised in Argentina, speaking bilingual Spanish and English, and beginner Te Reo Māori and Italian.

Consultation: 

  • face-2-face

  • telehealth

Contracts:

  • Sensitive Claims Service (SCS)

  • Private Pay Therapy (PVT)

Populations served:

  • 0-5 years

  • 6-11 years

  • 12-15 years

  • 16-18 years

  • Adults

  • Older Adults

Modalities:

  • Alcohol and other drugs

  • ACT

  • CBT

  • DBT

  • Family Therapy

  • Function Assessment 

  • Grief

  • ISTDP

  • LGBTQ+

  • Mindfulness

  • Narrative

  • Neurodiversity

  • Psychodynamics

  • Relationship

  • Solution Focused 

  • Systemic