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therefore, she brings this through into her counselling work. 

Alongside of this, Alice is compassionate and creates a safe, non-judgemental environment where people can feel accepted and heard. 

Alice uses a strengths-based narrative approach alongside of a person-centred modality, both of these methods used together can meet the person where they are at, as well as draw on each person’s unique strengths in order to bring them to a place of healing and growth.

Now after working on her own personal challenges. Mata is committed to supporting her counselling clients on their own journey of self-discovery and healing.

Mata works principally from the framework of the person-centred modality while also incorporating techniques from Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Solution focus in her support of clients with depression, anxiety, anger management, abuse and family issues.

Mata works with a wide range of client across all ages and ethnicities. When she is not working, Mata is focused on her extended family and is an active member of her local Toast Masters Club.

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In his early life Phil was a “tradie”, working in the agricultural sector along with being a stay at home dad.

It was Phil’s own experience of mental health that led him to study and train as a counsellor in his late forties. 

He graduated in Person-Centered Counselling in 2011\12. Initially, He worked at the Men`s Centre as a volunteer then left to be a Family counsellor in North Canterbury in 2017.

 He has now returned to the Men’s Center one day a week (currently).

Phil also operates a private practice in North Canterbury. He says he has an eclectic way of working with people, using tools such as acceptance-commitment therapy, solution-focus therapy and Gestalt among others.

 It is Phil’s belief that no one therapy works for everyone therefore he has a wide range of tools to draw on. He enjoys working with clients living with depression, suicidal thoughts, loss and grief, anxiety, relationship issues and more.

Mai i te Kopae ki te Urupu, tatou ako tonu ai.

From the cradle to the grave, we are forever learning.

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Will grew up in New Brighton and attended school there. Life changed for him when

his mother died during his teenage years. 

This tipped him into a roller coaster of

depression and eventually drug dependency. At age 30 a significant life event

changed Will’s world view and his focus became supporting others. 

This has led to his becoming a youth worker and then an adult educator (Christchurch College of

education) and later a group facilitator.

Today Will is a clinical manager working within a custodial space and is passionate

about helping men to make meaningful changes in their lives and realising their

potential. 

He brings to his counselling work at the Canterbury Men’s Centre his own

lived experience of mental health and addiction along with twenty-seven years of life

and work experience.

Having a love of travel Will has journeyed extensively through Europe and also

worked in the UK. 

He is a motorcycle enthusiast and enjoys spending time with his two boys

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Are you grappling with feelings of distress and a sense of displacement, yearning for a 

compassionate presence to share your burdens? 

You don't have to navigate these 

emotions alone; together, let's explore your journey. Having immigrated from Zambia, I 

intimately comprehend the challenges of acclimating to a foreign land. 

The process of integrating into a new culture can be daunting, with its unique set of obstacles. In my counselling approach, I deeply value the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi, namely Participation, Protection, and Partnership. 

We all crave connection, yet finding someone to confide in can be elusive. 

When life feels overwhelming, don't hesitate to reach out to me. I'm here to accompany you on your path, offering empathetic listening and unwavering support. 

Together, we can co-create a safe and nurturing space where your experience can unfold organically. 

I believe every individual is an expert on their own story. 

I offer a therapeutic stance that 

promotes flourishing using Person-Centred Therapy and Narrative Therapy. With no 

judgment but to lend a sounding board. 

I am a qualified and experienced counsellor committed to helping individuals and couples overcome the challenges they face and live more fulfilling lives.

As a counsellor, I believe every person has the strength and resilience to overcome difficulties. My role is to provide a safe and supportive space for them to explore their feelings and experiences.

 I use a person-centred approach, which means I work collaboratively with my clients to understand their unique needs and goals and develop a personalized treatment plan that suits them.

I have extensive experience working with clients on various issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and relationship issues.

 I use evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-Based Therapy, to help my clients develop the skills and insights they need to overcome their difficulties and improve their quality of life.

I offer counselling services for both individual and couples settings. I am committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for all my clients, regardless of their backgrounds or circumstances. I am an ally of the LGBTQ+ community and welcome clients from all walks of life.

If you’re struggling with any of the issues I’ve mentioned or simply feel stuck or overwhelmed in your life, I’m here to help. Please feel free to get in touch with me to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards a happier, healthier you.

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In addition, she has a particular strength in working with people struggling with mental health challenges.

She is enjoying her work at the Men’s Centre supporting her clients to be great fathers and partners. 

Donne works from both a Person-centred and Cognitive perspective aligning with client needs at each session.

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I was awarded an M.Sc. In the Psychology of Human Potential by Liverpool John Moore’s University in 1996 and developed my interest in how we relate to significant people in our lives, so, 

I followed this training as a relationship counsellor with Relate UK where I worked for 20 years until I moved to Aotearoa.

I have experience with supporting autistic clients and their relationship partners. I am an experienced provider of Couple Therapy for Depression with the Tavistock Institute London.

I have 30 years’ experience as a Science teacher in the UK and Sweden and I am a proud grandfather. I offer couple and individual counselling.

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My therapy style is rooted in Existentialism, Person-centred Approach and SFBT and I offer short-term or long-term therapy.

The therapeutic process might help the individual to develop lasting tools/strategies to overcome his concerning issues at the present time or issues he may encounter in the future.

 It also might facilitate the journey of awakening the self's ability to feel, heal and grow, so he may be able to experience a more meaningful and enjoyable life.

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In a previous life, I’ve had twenty plus years of marketing and sales experience, nine of these years in Dubai. 

The time I spent abroad exposed me to interesting cultural experiences throughout the Middle East, Africa, Europe, the C.I.S (After the breakup of the U.S.S.R) South East Asia and the Far East.For the last ten years in New Zealand, I’ve been involved in the Mental Health and AOD sector.

 This diversity of experiences has consolidated my awareness and learning that life is to be celebrated. As a counsellor, I’m privileged to be a part of that process.

 So come visit and share your experiences with us and have a laugh, because as a wise man once said “Laughter is the key to heaven”.

I have studied various modalities of counselling and psychotherapy. I am also a certified Neuro Linguistic and Neuro Semantic Practitioner.

 My experience has enabled me to develop an Integrated Style of counselling, with an Outcome Focused approach, specifically in couples counselling.

 I have successfully counselled hundreds of couples in their times of conflict.

My core belief is that all relationships have situations, which due to a lack of communication coalesce into ‘Problems’.

 My focus is to help You’ll identify what each of you wants in your relating to each other and then facilitate Conflict Resolution strategies to enable You’ll to attain your goals.

I also focus on the neuro-psychotherapy of the brain; enabling couples to understand how to change from ‘Reacting’ to ‘Responding’. 

This helps retrain the brain against thinking and reacting improperly to any negative cognition or triggers that may present in your future. It would be my privilege to accompany you on your journey to peace and love.

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A committed father and husband, who with his wife has fostered several children, Chris has an understanding of the difficulties families face, both with the systems within which people work, and the realities of parenting through challenging times. 

Chris has a long-standing compassion and desire to support those who are seeking something more and has worked in drug and alcohol rehab with young people, as well as a significant period of time overseas living and working with disadvantaged families. 

The desire to work with men, to build mana and find hope is central to his worldview.

 Chris is person-centred in his approach to counselling, working with people, and at their speed.

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My training is in person-centred counselling where I walk alongside you through your times of difficulty helping you to better understand yourself. 

I have three adult children, have been through separation and divorce, and came out later in life.

 I am a great fan of men's groups where men support men to be better men, co-founded a gay men's group and co-facilitated the Mensline support group held at the Mens centre.

 My interests seem to be heading toward working with grief and trauma and helping men through those challenging change times in life.

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