Cultural Supervision at Papa Toa
At Papa Toa – He Puna Waiora, we recognise the importance of cultural supervision in ensuring culturally safe, responsive, and values-led practice. Our cultural supervision services provide a safe and supportive environment for practitioners to reflect on their work, address cultural dilemmas, and strengthen their cultural competence.
Our supervision is grounded in our He Kawa Ora Healing Framework, a culturally informed approach that supports deep reflection, wellbeing, accountability, and growth. This framework guides our supervision conversations and provides practical tools that practitioners can apply directly within their mahi.
Our experienced cultural supervisors will guide you in exploring the cultural nuances of your work, examining power dynamics, and developing strategies to enhance your practice. Through cultural supervision at Papa Toa, you will deepen your understanding of te Ao Māori and learn how to confidently apply kaupapa Māori principles within your professional context.
We support the development of cultural humility, critical reflection, and ethical decision making, empowering you to provide high quality services that honour the cultural identities and lived realities of the individuals and communities you serve.
Let us walk alongside you on this journey of cultural growth and professional development.
What You Will Receive
All supervision sessions are guided by the He Kawa Ora Healing Framework.
Following booking, you will receive:
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Supervision information sheets
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He Kawa Ora workbook
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Supervision contract
In Person Sessions Ngāmotu Local
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45 minute cultural supervision session
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Mirimiri hands, head, back or shoulders
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Rejuvenating kawakawa tea ceremony
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Printed He Kawa Ora toolkit and workbook
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Printed Maramataka Wheel resource
Online Sessions Nationwide
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1 hour cultural supervision session
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Digital He Kawa Ora toolkit and workbook
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Digital Maramataka Wheel resource
Please note
Online sessions do not include mirimiri or tea ceremony.
Rongoā Support
Book your second session and receive a Rongoā Rescue Kete containing five beautifully handcrafted products.
For online sessions, this kete will be posted to you.
The Rongoā Rescue Kete offers a holistic, nature based approach to managing stress, anxiety, and burnout by combining traditional Māori plant medicine with supportive self care practices.
The kete includes
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Stress relieving pulse point blend Tātaramoa, Mānuka, Lavender and Peppermint
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Kawakawa and Horopito relaxing bath salts
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Kohekohe and Kawakawa leaf and berry energy tea
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Kawakawa Wairua Whakawātea spray
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Tātaramoa Rescue Remedy tincture
This kete supports emotional balance, relaxation, and overall wellbeing through culturally grounded healing practices.
Ongoing Sessions
After your second session
Online clients will receive two rongoā products posted to them after every session.
These products are designed to continue supporting your wellbeing, balance, and sustainability in practice.
Consultation Options
Local Area Ngāmotu New Plymouth
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In person sessions available
Online Nationwide
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1 hour supervision session
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Rongoā Rescue Kete posted after your second session
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Two rongoā products posted after every session thereafter
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Does not include mirimiri or tea ceremony
If you would like an Information Pack for your employer please email us at
papatoa.taranaki@gmail.com