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Associate Professor Hukarere Valentine BA, BA(Hons), DClinPsy

Haumaru Tautoko Hauora/Maori Senior Psychologist

School of Psychology

Professional

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts - Massey University (2004)
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Massey University (2005)
  • Doctor in Clinical Psychology - Massey University (2010)

Research Outputs

Journal

Brittain, E., Bennett, ST., & Valentine, H. (2025). Wairua, identity, and belonging: Centring Māori narratives to seek restoration and wellbeing. New Zealand Journal of Psychology. 54(1), 5-17
[Journal article]Authored by: Bennett, S., Brittain, E., Valentine, H.
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Roche, M., McLachlan, A., Waitoki, W., Valentine, H., Haar, J., Brougham, D., . . . Ruru, S. (2022). Exploratory Study of Enhancing the Wellbeing of Wāhine Leaders in Aotearoa (New Zealand) via Whiti Te Rā - An Indigenous Wellbeing Pathway. New Zealand Journal of Human Resources Management. 22(2), 1-11 Retrieved from https://www.hrnz.org.nz/nzjhrm
[Journal article]Authored by: Brougham, D., Haar, J., Valentine, H.
Lindsay, N., Haami, D., Tassell-Matamua, N., Pomare, P., Valentine, H., Pahina, J., . . . Pidduck, P. (2022). The spiritual experiences of contemporary Māori in Aotearoa New Zealand: A qualitative analysis. Journal of Spirituality in Mental Health. 24(1), 74-94
[Journal article]Authored by: Haami, D., Lindsay, N., Pahina, J., Pomare, P., Tassell-Matamua, N., Valentine, H.
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Lindsay, N., Tassell-Matamua, N., Haami, D., Ware, F., Valentine, H., & Pomare, P. (2021). Construction of a ‘Beliefs about Exceptional Experiences Scale’ (BEES): Implications of preliminary findings in Aotearoa New Zealand. Journal for the Study of Spirituality. 11(2), 145-158
[Journal article]Authored by: Haami, D., Lindsay, N., Pomare, P., Tassell-Matamua, N., Valentine, H.
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Valentine, H., Tassell-Mataamua, N., & Flett, R. (2017). Whakairia ki runga: The many dimensions of wairua. New Zealand Journal of Psychology. 46(3), 64-71
[Journal article]Authored by: Tassell-Matamua, N., Valentine, H.
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Pitama, SG., Bennett, ST., Waitoki, W., Haitana, TN., Valentine, H., Pahina, J., . . . McLachlan, A. (2017). A proposed hauora Māori clinical guide for psychologists: Using the hui process and meihana model in clinical assessment and formulation. New Zealand Journal of Psychology. 46(3), 7-19 Retrieved from http://www.psychology.org.nz/
[Journal article]Authored by: Bennett, S., Pahina, J., Tassell-Matamua, N., Valentine, H.
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Pitama, SG., Bennett, ST., Waitoki, W., Haitana, TN., Valentine, H., Pahina, J., . . . McLachlan, A. (2017). A proposed Hauora Māori clinical guide for psychologists: Using the Hui Process and Meihana Model in clinical assessment and formulation. New Zealand Journal of Psychology. 46(3), 7-19
[Journal article]Authored by: Bennett, S., Pahina, J., Tassell-Matamua, N., Taylor, J., Valentine, H.
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Tassell-Matamua, N., Lindsay, N., Bennett, S., Valentine, H., & Pahina, J. (2017). Does Learning About Near-Death Experiences Promote Psycho-Spiritual Benefits in Those Who Have Not Had a Near-Death Experience?. Journal of Spirituality in Mental Health. 19(2), 95-115
[Journal article]Authored by: Bennett, S., Lindsay, N., Pahina, J., Tassell-Matamua, N., Valentine, H.
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Valentine, H. (2007). Kua Ngaro ki te Po a Māori Process of Grief. Women's Studies Journal. 21(2), 100-113
[Journal article]Authored by: Valentine, H.

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Book

Waitoki, W., McLachlan, A., & Valentine, H. (2023). Mauri Ora Toko Remembering the Essence of Māori Wellbeing. In L. Pihama, & L. Tuhiwai Smith (Eds.) Ora: Healing Ourselves - Indigenous Knowledge Healing and Wellbeing. (pp. 159 - 175). Wellington, New Zealand: Huia Publishers
[Chapter]Authored by: Valentine, H.Contributed to by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H., Waitoki, W., & McLachlan, A. (2023). Tangihanga culture and healing in maori psychology. In L. Pihama, & L. Tuhiwai Smith (Eds.) Ora: Healing Ourselves - Indigenous Knowledge Healing and Wellbeing. (pp. 177 - 190). Wellington, New Zealand: Huia Publishers
[Chapter]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H. (2016). Wairuatanga. In W. Waitoki, & M. Levy (Eds.) Te Manu Kai i te Mātauranga: Indigenous Psychology in Aotearoa/New Zealand. (pp. 155 - 169). Hamilton, New Zealand: The New Zealand Psychological Society
[Chapter]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Campbell, B., & Valentine, H. (Eds.) (2007). Matauranga Maori [special edition]. (Vol. 21)
[Edited Book]Edited by: Valentine, H.

Creative Work

Waitoki, W., McLachlan, A., Valentine, H., & Wirihana, R.(2020). Wellbeing Korero During Covid 19, Maori Psychologists Wellbeing Korero [Webinar]. He Paiaka Tōtara Facebook page
[Film or Video]Authored by: Valentine, H.Contributed to by: Valentine, H.
Waitoki, W., McLachlan, A., & Valentine, H.(2020). Wellbeing Korero During Covid 19, Whiti te Ra model [Webinar]. He Paiaka Tōtara Facebook page
[Film or Video]Authored by: Valentine, H.Contributed to by: Valentine, H.
Waitoki, W., Wirihana, R., Valentine, H., & Clifford, C.(2020). Wellbeing Korero During Covid 19,Whakapapa korero Purakau, Whanau Narratives of wellbeing [Webinar]. He Paiaka Tōtara Facebook page
[Film or Video]Authored by: Valentine, H.Contributed to by: Valentine, H.
Waitoki, W., Valentine, H., Pomare, P., & Hakaraia, J.(2020). Wellbeing Korero During Covid 19, Talking about Mauri during covid 19 [Webinar]. He Paiaka Tōtara Facebook page
[Film or Video]Authored by: Valentine, H.Contributed to by: Valentine, H.
Waitoki, W., & Valentine, H.(2020). Wellbeing Korero During Covid 19,Talking about Mauri Ora: Mauri Ora Toko Model part 2 [Webinar]. He Paiaka Tōtara Facebook page
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Waitoki, W., McLachlan, A., & Valentine, H.(2020). Wellbeing Korero During Covid 19,Talking about Mauri Ora: Mauri Ora Toko Model part 1 [Webinar].. He Paiaka Tōtara Facebook page
[Film or Video]Authored by: Valentine, H.Contributed to by: Valentine, H.
Waitoki, W., Valentine,, H., Brittain, E., & McKay, A.(2020). Wellbeing Kōrero during COVD 19, Wairua and Wellbeing [webinar]. He Paiaka Tōtara facebook page
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Thesis

Valentine, H. (2009). Kia Ngawari ki te Awatea: The Relationship between Wairua and Māori Wellbeing A Psychological Perspective. (Doctoral Thesis)
[Doctoral Thesis]Authored by: Valentine, H.

Report

Baken, D., Thompson, J., Malthus, S., & Valentine, H. (2023). Te Ahu a Turanga Wellbeing Audit Report. Massey University Psychology Clinic Manawatū.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Baken, D., Valentine, H.Contributed to by: Valentine, H.

Conference

Waitoki, W., Valentine, H., & Masters-Awatere, B. (2025, April). Indigenous Psychology creating an ecology of love in psychological teaching, research and practice. Presented at Fifth International Network of Indigenous Health Knowledge and Development (INIHKD) Reclaiming Indigenous Ecologies of Love (RIEL) 2025. Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.Contributed to by: Valentine, H.
Nock, S., Waitoki, W., & Valentine, H. (2025, April). Spiritual – Hospital – Spirituality; Wairua – hohipera – wairuatanga. Presented at Fifth International Network of Indigenous Health Knowledge and Development (INIHKD) Reclaiming Indigenous Ecologies of Love (RIEL) 2025. Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.Contributed to by: Valentine, H.
Brittain, E., Valentine, H., Haami, D., Tassell-Matamua, N., Egan, R., Blank, M-L., . . . Waitoki, W. (2024, November). Spiritual Care in Aotearoa New Zealand Healthcare. Presented at 11th International Indigenous Research Conference. Auckland, New Zealand.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Brittain, E., Haami, D., Tassell-Matamua, N., Valentine, H.Contributed to by: Valentine, H.
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Valentine, H., & Pahina, J. (2017, August). Responsiveness to Māori in the Massey Health and Cancer Psychology Services. Presented at Asian Association of Social Psychology (AASP) 2017 Conference: Making a difference with social science. Massey University Albany Campus, Auckland, New Zealand.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Pahina, J., Valentine, H.
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Valentine, H. (2016, July). He mea Māori he mea wairua, an exploration of wairua. Presented at He Paiaka Tōtara Māori Psychology Wananga. Tokorangi Marae, Fielding, New Zealand.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.

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Masters Awatere, B., Valentine, H., & Gibson, K.Our response to the question of our indigenous elders – how does your training prepare psychologists to work with indigenous people. In W. Waitoki (chair), Indigenous Psychology: Charting the relevance, content and application of psychology education and practice for indigenous peoples.. . Yokohama, Japan
[Conference Other]Authored by: Valentine, H.Contributed to by: Valentine, H.
Pahina, J., & Valentine, H.Weaving cultural knowledge and responsiveness through service delivery, collaboration and Research. . Wellington, New Zealand
[Conference Other]Authored by: Valentine, H.Contributed to by: Valentine, H.
Masters, BA., Nikora, LW., Waitoki, WW., Valentine, H., Macfarlane, S., & Gibson, K.Our response to the question of indigenous elders - How does your training prepare psychologists to work with indigenous people?. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PSYCHOLOGY. (pp. 309 - 309). 0020-7594.
[Conference]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H., & Pahina, J.Thinking outside the box Improving access for Maaori clients within clinical practice. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PSYCHOLOGY. (pp. 310 - 310). 0020-7594.
[Conference]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H. (2013). Kia Ngāwari ki te Awatea: The relationship between Wairua and Maori Wellbeing. Presented at He Manawa Whenua Conference. Hamilton, New Zealand.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H. (2013). Healing the soul wound – How understanding the complexities of the soul may lead to healing. Presented at Co-Exising Disorders Summit, Te Pū Wānanga o Anamata. Whakatane, New Zealand.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H. (2012). Ko tā te Māori he Wairua. Presented at Indigenous Psychologies Conference. Auckland, New Zealand.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H. (2011). Kia Ngāwari ki te Awatea: The relationship between Wairua and Maori Wellbeing. Presented at New Zealand Psychological Society Conference. Queenstown, New Zealand.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.

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Other

Valentine, H., Pahina, J., & Pidduck, P. (2023). He kakano ahau i ruia mai i Rangiatea. Using Matauranga Māori for Maori Wellbeing. Presented at Turangawaewae marae, Ohakea Defence Force Base, Manawatū.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H. (2023). Cultural Competency. Presented at Massey University Psychology Clinic Team Day.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H., & Pahina, J. (2023). Why are Māori Cultural Considerations Important in Psychology?. Presented at Massey University Psychology Clinic Manawatū.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H. (2023). Taku Manawa e Kakapa nei Maturu iho o aku Roimata Cyclone Gabrielle. Presented at Massey University Manawatū.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H. (2022). Te Whare Tapa Wha presentation to Palmerston North Hospital Social Work Network.
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Valentine, H. (2022). I hear them whisper: I will see what you are thinking before I hear what you are saying. Presented at Guest Lecture Mana Wahine paper, University of Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H., Pahina, J., & Harvey, S. (2018, September). Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Psychological Practice. Presented at Massey University Psychology Clinic Manawatū Team Day.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H., Pahina, J., & Pidduck, P. (2018). The Many Faces of Diabetes, the psychology of it all. Presented at Palmerston North, New Zealand. : Presentation for Diabetes Trust.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Joice, S., Malthu, S., & Valentine, H. (2017, July). Maintaining Behaviour Change. Presented at Sport Manawatū Green Perscription Programme, Palmerston North, New Zealand.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.Contributed to by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H. (2016, July). Ki te Whai Ao ki te Ao Mārama, The Awakening. Presented at Te Tihi o Ruahine Rongoā Series. Palmerston North, New Zealand.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H. (2016, November). In Search of Wairua. Presented at Otaki Kaumatua Roopu, Otaki, New Zealand.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Duxfield, KL., & Valentine, H. (2015, July). Stress and Coping. Presented at Levin Cancer Society Support Group.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.Contributed to by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H., & Pahina, J. (2014). Massey University Health Conditions and Cancer Psychology Services. Presented at Massey University, School of Psychology Albany Te Waka Rangahau Research Day. Albany, NZ..
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H. (2014). Provident Living Workshop. Presented at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Provident Living seminar, Palmerston North, New Zealand.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
Valentine, H. (2013). Introduction to Massey Health Conditions Psychology Service. Presented at Te Runanga o Raukawa Daffodil Day, Otaki, New Zealand.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Valentine, H.
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Teaching and Supervision

Contact Supervisor

Summary of Doctoral Supervision

Position Current Completed
Main Supervisor 1 0
Co-supervisor 3 2

Current Doctoral Supervision

Main Supervisor of:

  • Tania Arnold - Doctor of Clinical Psychology
    Gray Matters : Cultural Dysphoria Among Māori: The Impact on Psychological Well-being and Implications for Clinical Practice

Co-supervisor of:

  • Kyle Smith Smith - Doctor of Philosophy
    A Proposed Guide for Supervisors - Using the Hui Process and Meihana Model in the Supervision of Intern Psychologists
  • Sarika Rona - Doctor of Philosophy
    Pūrākau of learning experiences in the everyday lives of whānau. Paying attention to the ordinary in our extraordinary lives.
  • Kiri MacDonald-Nepe Apatu Nepe Apatu - Doctor of Philosophy
    Exploring psychological healing and transformation at the interface between Māori lore and modern physics: A transcendental psychology

Completed Doctoral Supervision

Co-supervisor of:

  • 2022 - Eleanor Brittain - Doctor of Clinical Psychology
    Ko wai, ko wairua: Narratives of wairua and wellbeing
  • 2020 - Madeleine Haerewa - Doctor of Philosophy
    Getting Insight into the Wellbeing Needs of Māori youth: Perspectives of Students Attending Alternative Education