Elise Anderson
Counsellor & Strengths Coach

How do you identify yourself?
She/her/ia

If you had to introduce yourself in one paragraph, what would you say?
I love to spend time with my beautiful, noisy whanau (Ngati Irish), share kai, banter and playing games (just not monopoly eh!). In another life I was a Teacher, but rather then teaching the curriculum I was more interested in helping student shine a light and discover what makes them tick, learn through play and discover authentic ways to live. I am dedicated to journeying alongside others, to reauthor stories of identity for connection and belonging. I am also a Mum to two amazing tane, part time gardener, dance & sunset admirer.

What is your star sign?
Gemini

What is your favorite food?
Tiramisu (what’s not to love about coffee and cake)

Who is your celebrity crush?
Eddie Izzard

If you weren’t in your current role, what would you be?
A Philosopher or a Cat finding sunny spots to snooze in

What were you like at school?
Finding solitude in the library

What’s your karaoke song?
Three Little Birds- Bob Marley

What’s something you’ve always wanted to learn?
I’ve also wanted to be fluent in te reo and remember how to play the djembe after the workshop

What’s something that really annoys you?
Empty bog rolls left on the holder

Do you have a treasured possession?
My slippers and my espresso maker