Male Therapists in Hurunui District, CA

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Derek Worley Patton
Psychologist, PhD, NZPsS Member
Verified Verified
If you are challenged by life, whether this makes you frightened, anxious, depressed or angry and are willing to talk openly about this, then I am happy to listen. Then I will help you find your own path forward with understanding of the past, a vision of your future, and practical ways to achieve this in day by day practices or skills. NOTE: Cost of sessions inclusive of GST are $230 for an INDIVIDUAL. $345 for initial COUPLES assessment. ALSO: I do NOT do assessments to provide people with a diagnosis, such as ADHD, so they can obtain medication.
If you are challenged by life, whether this makes you frightened, anxious, depressed or angry and are willing to talk openly about this, then I am happy to listen. Then I will help you find your own path forward with understanding of the past, a vision of your future, and practical ways to achieve this in day by day practices or skills. NOTE: Cost of sessions inclusive of GST are $230 for an INDIVIDUAL. $345 for initial COUPLES assessment. ALSO: I do NOT do assessments to provide people with a diagnosis, such as ADHD, so they can obtain medication.
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Photo of Gabriel Suggate, MA, Counsellor
Gabriel Suggate
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The first step is to listen without judgement to where you are at and then work with you to find what is best to support you to move forward. I have worked with people of all stages and challenges in life for coming up twenty years, so I have supported people in all kinds of situations and with a range of approaches. Any challenges big or small can benefit from counselling support and I aim to help you find your best way forward, helping you to find solutions and offering tested approaches when this will help you to overcome challenges and thrive.
The first step is to listen without judgement to where you are at and then work with you to find what is best to support you to move forward. I have worked with people of all stages and challenges in life for coming up twenty years, so I have supported people in all kinds of situations and with a range of approaches. Any challenges big or small can benefit from counselling support and I aim to help you find your best way forward, helping you to find solutions and offering tested approaches when this will help you to overcome challenges and thrive.
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Hamish Webb
Counsellor, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you looking to make a change and be able to maintain it? Perhaps you are looking for support or a different perspective on things? Want to be able to improve your mood and/or communication? Want to have control over your anger and/or addiction? Want to be able to express love and communicate better? Getting personal Counselling and Coaching will make that difference.
Are you looking to make a change and be able to maintain it? Perhaps you are looking for support or a different perspective on things? Want to be able to improve your mood and/or communication? Want to have control over your anger and/or addiction? Want to be able to express love and communicate better? Getting personal Counselling and Coaching will make that difference.
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Online Therapists

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Outcome Focused Therapy
Counsellor, MA, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
My unique expertise lies in helping clients live their preferred lives despite the obstacles and challenges they face. The energy of my work is focused on the description of clients aspirations, not an understanding of the clients problem. The focus of our session is directed toward what you want to achieve as opposed to what you want to leave behind. This is why it is highly valuable among individuals (adults, adolescents) couples, and groups
My unique expertise lies in helping clients live their preferred lives despite the obstacles and challenges they face. The energy of my work is focused on the description of clients aspirations, not an understanding of the clients problem. The focus of our session is directed toward what you want to achieve as opposed to what you want to leave behind. This is why it is highly valuable among individuals (adults, adolescents) couples, and groups
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Tim Robinson - Counsellor- men's wellbeing/anxiety
Counsellor, MPsych, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
Christchurch 8081  (Online Only)
I have had my own experience of social anxiety, so I know what it feels like to be in client's chair, and what it takes to manage mental wellbeing from a personal perspective.
I have a particular interest in anxiety, especially social anxiety. Other areas of interest include: grief, trauma, relationship issues, career aspirations/transitions, anxiety disorders (in general) and men's mental health. I feel at times men get left "behind" in the health system and do not utilise services as well as they could so I'm keen to promote support around men's mental health and have done academic research in this area.
I have had my own experience of social anxiety, so I know what it feels like to be in client's chair, and what it takes to manage mental wellbeing from a personal perspective.
I have a particular interest in anxiety, especially social anxiety. Other areas of interest include: grief, trauma, relationship issues, career aspirations/transitions, anxiety disorders (in general) and men's mental health. I feel at times men get left "behind" in the health system and do not utilise services as well as they could so I'm keen to promote support around men's mental health and have done academic research in this area.
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Chris Wu
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
Hi! I would love to support you through any mental health difficulties you may be experiencing, whether it be anxiety, mood, emotional instability, stress, trauma, or something else. I specialise in treating anxiety including overwhelming worries, social anxiety, panic attacks, and OCD. I also have a particular interest in helping people who have experienced trauma, whether this is from one significant event or multiple adversities across their lifetime. I have worked in a specialist service for anxiety disorders and in general mental health services for adults.
Hi! I would love to support you through any mental health difficulties you may be experiencing, whether it be anxiety, mood, emotional instability, stress, trauma, or something else. I specialise in treating anxiety including overwhelming worries, social anxiety, panic attacks, and OCD. I also have a particular interest in helping people who have experienced trauma, whether this is from one significant event or multiple adversities across their lifetime. I have worked in a specialist service for anxiety disorders and in general mental health services for adults.
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Sammy Fee
Counsellor, NZCCA
Verified Verified
Christchurch 8053  (Online Only)
Kia ora, I'm Sammy, and I'd love to journey with you. I am trained in Narrative and Person-Centred modalities, and utilise strategies from a number of other approaches. My approach is warm and empathetic, where trust can be built. I offer a place free of judgement, meeting you where you're at.
Kia ora, I'm Sammy, and I'd love to journey with you. I am trained in Narrative and Person-Centred modalities, and utilise strategies from a number of other approaches. My approach is warm and empathetic, where trust can be built. I offer a place free of judgement, meeting you where you're at.
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David Gaze
Counsellor, NZCCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
I offer a free first counselling session (60 min). I am open to helping anyone, however I have a particular interest in helping those who have been affected by traumatic experience such as bullying, earthquakes, child abuse, neglect etc. These experiences can have limiting effects on our lives, and cause us immense suffering on an ongoing basis in the present. I want to recognize that pain, and can help those affected to move toward per manent healing, relief, and resolution.
I offer a free first counselling session (60 min). I am open to helping anyone, however I have a particular interest in helping those who have been affected by traumatic experience such as bullying, earthquakes, child abuse, neglect etc. These experiences can have limiting effects on our lives, and cause us immense suffering on an ongoing basis in the present. I want to recognize that pain, and can help those affected to move toward per manent healing, relief, and resolution.
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Bob's Integrative Therapies
MA
Verified Verified
Welcome to Bob's Integrative Therapies, where your journey to a balanced and fulfilling life begins. Bob is dedicated to nurturing your mind, body, and spiritual well-being with a comprehensive range of services, tailored to meet your unique needs. I believe in a personalized approach, working collaboratively with you to develop strategies that promote mental wellness and resilience.
Welcome to Bob's Integrative Therapies, where your journey to a balanced and fulfilling life begins. Bob is dedicated to nurturing your mind, body, and spiritual well-being with a comprehensive range of services, tailored to meet your unique needs. I believe in a personalized approach, working collaboratively with you to develop strategies that promote mental wellness and resilience.
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Paul Letham-McGrath
Counsellor, MNZAC
Verified Verified
My main areas of specialty are: Creative and perfor mance industries; Existential concerns (the search for meaning, purpose, or direction); Depression and anxiety; Relationship problems; Gay, lesbian, and bisexual concerns; Transgender and gender identity issues; Intimacy and sexuality; Jungian, transpersonal, and depth psychology.
I am a fully-qualified registered counsellor based in Christchurch, Rolleston, and online. I have 11 years of full-time private practice experience. My counselling style is warm, interactive, exploratory, and methodical.
My main areas of specialty are: Creative and perfor mance industries; Existential concerns (the search for meaning, purpose, or direction); Depression and anxiety; Relationship problems; Gay, lesbian, and bisexual concerns; Transgender and gender identity issues; Intimacy and sexuality; Jungian, transpersonal, and depth psychology.
I am a fully-qualified registered counsellor based in Christchurch, Rolleston, and online. I have 11 years of full-time private practice experience. My counselling style is warm, interactive, exploratory, and methodical.
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OP Counselling Ltd
Counsellor, MCouns, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
Hello, I’m John Melling and I’m a counsellor, a philosopher, and a gamer! I am passionate about supporting people managing anxiety and depression. Specialising in solution-focused and philosophical counselling, I also love to support fellow gamers that want to find a better balance between the many benefits of gaming and moving towards the future they desire.
Hello, I’m John Melling and I’m a counsellor, a philosopher, and a gamer! I am passionate about supporting people managing anxiety and depression. Specialising in solution-focused and philosophical counselling, I also love to support fellow gamers that want to find a better balance between the many benefits of gaming and moving towards the future they desire.
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Keith Garrett
Counsellor, MNZCCA
Verified Verified
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Male Counsellors

As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?

There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.

How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?

Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.

Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?

Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.

Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?

Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.