Janel Atlas — Relationship Coaching in Christchurch

About Janel

Janel Atlas, PhD, is a relationship coach, deep listener, and gentle-but-firm champion for change. She helps people bring more honesty, clarity, and vitality into their relationships—with themselves, their partners, and their lives. Specialising in authentic relating, ethical non-monogamy, uncoupling, and mindfulness, she works with individuals, couples, and polycules navigating the full spectrum of modern relationships.

Janel holds a Masters in English and a PhD in Rhetoric and Composition, with research into everyday language and storytelling that directly informs her coaching on mindset, communication, and personal narratives. She is also a trained mindfulness facilitator supporting educators across Aotearoa. Born in the United States, she now lives and works in Ōtautahi/Christchurch, New Zealand, offering sessions online worldwide and in person locally.

Janel is deeply committed to trauma-informed, kink-friendly, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and polyamory-supportive coaching practices. She asks sharp questions with warmth, reflects back what clients are really saying, and helps them move from emotional fog to meaningful action.

Background & Training

Masters in English / Masters

PhD in Rhetoric and Composition / Doctorate

Mindfulness Facilitator / Certification

New Zealand Celebrant Training (in progress) / In Progress

Offerings

Free Connection Call

15 min / Virtual

A 15-minute introductory call to explore whether coaching with Janel is the right fit.

Single Coaching Session

60 min / In person & virtual

One 60-minute coaching session covering relationship challenges, communication, ethical non-monogamy, uncoupling, or any relational area you want to explore.

3-Session Coaching Package

3 x 60 min / In person & virtual

Three 60-minute coaching sessions for deeper, sustained work on your relationship goals.

5-Session Coaching Package

5 x 60 min / In person & virtual

Five 60-minute coaching sessions providing ongoing support, accountability, and meaningful progress.

Small Group Coaching

60 min / In person & virtual

Coaching sessions for couples, polycules, or close friends (2–5 individuals). Price per session depends on group size.

I Can Help If You're Navigating

Romantic Relationship Struggles

Intimacy & Sexual Connection

Communication & Conflict

Heartbreak & Breakups

Divorce & Co-Parenting

Post-Divorce Rebuilding

Codependency & Attachment

Family Dynamics & Boundaries

Self-Worth & Confidence

Feeling Stuck or Lost

Coming Out

Loneliness & Social Connection

Anxiety & Overwhelm

Midlife Crisis / Awakening

Limiting Beliefs & Self-Sabotage

Anger & Emotional Regulation

Reviews & Testimonials

“I had one session with Janel to work through challenges, questions and ideas around open relationships. I'd never had such a conversation in a coaching setting — and I am beyond grateful that I made the time. Janel is both deeply empathetic and insightful regarding relationships,...”

George From website

“I have worked with Janel many times and each time I have found her to be a fantastic listener who creates such a warm and welcoming space for genuine conversations to flow. She is always supportive no matter the topic, and her coaching and advice is not only helpful but feels lik...”

J From website

“We asked for practical tools to help us understand each other and navigate conflict better, and we certainly got that and so much more. I've worked with many therapists and coaches over my years, and you've been the only one who has made me feel truly seen and understood. To me, ...”

Sara From website