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Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD

Dr Paul Duignan

Psychologist, PhD

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Downtown Wellington or online from rest of NZ, Wellington 6011
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I am both a clinical psychologist and organisation strategist. Working with individuals and organisations, including the cross-over between personal and professional wellbeing/careers. Comments from clients include: 'I was quite astounded with how spot on Paul was, he was able to articulate what was going on for me'. 'I highly recommend him'. Paul worked in a 'methodical, thoughtful, interesting and implementable way, and made me feel comfortable and listened to'. 'Seeing Paul, there has been a noticeable difference in both my home and work life; I am now more confident, relaxed and a better person as a result'.
I give my clients practical tools to manage stress, address life's challenges, resolve career and relationship issues, worry and sadness. For ADHD, I use tools in my 30-Day Attention Bootcamp. 'I come out from a session with hands-on tools to take away that I have already been helped to practice, and I can clearly see, they can be applied to my situation'.
I help clients deal with what they are immediately facing, figure out why things in their lives have unfolded as they have, use my tailored and practical tools with them, and then help them develop meaning from the way they are accepting and dealing with their challenges. I assist them to use these challenges to put their lives on a better future track.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Downtown Wellington or online from rest of NZ

Wellington 6011 map

Face-to-face in Wellington & online across NZ. Weekend and early evening sessions. I keep some slots for short-notice urgent appointments.
I specialize in Coping Skills, Career Guidance and ADHD 
Clinical psychologist and strategist using your current issues to reboot your approach towards life to a more positive perspective.
Dr Paul Duignan
Connect with Dr Paul Duignan
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Downtown Wellington or online from rest of NZ

Wellington 6011 map

Face-to-face in Wellington & online across NZ. Weekend and early evening sessions. I keep some slots for short-notice urgent appointments.
I specialize in Coping Skills, Career Guidance and ADHD 
Clinical psychologist and strategist using your current issues to reboot your approach towards life to a more positive perspective.
Dr Paul Duignan

Finances

Fees

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Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD
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Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with New Zealand Psychologists Registration Board Dr Paul Duignan
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended M.A. (Applied) Clinical and Community Psychology. , M.A. (Applied) Clinical and Community Psychology, Graduated 1988
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Waikato University in Social Psychology (MSocSci) M.Soc.Sci. (1st Class Honours) Social Psychology / 1979
  • Degree/Diploma from Waikato University in PhD in Psychology (PhD) PhD Psychology / 1999
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I am somewhat unique in that I am a registered clinical psychologist who has had extensive experience in a range of very high-pressure work environments. People like talking to someone with real-world experience of the workplace who can help them with stress, work and career strategy issues.
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Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD
with questions.
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I am somewhat unique in that I am a registered clinical psychologist who has had extensive experience in a range of very high-pressure work environments. People like talking to someone with real-world experience of the workplace who can help them with stress, work and career strategy issues.
Photo of Dr Paul Duignan, Psychologist, PhD
Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD
with questions.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Coping Skills
  • Career Guidance
  • ADHD

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • AI Anxiety
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mindfulness Meditation
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
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I use my skills as an experienced clinical psychologist to first work out exactly what issues you are currently facing. Next, we identify the specific outcomes you want. Then, I select an appropriate set of clinical psychology and self-development tools, and you apply these in the sessions and at home. Lastly, we focus on what you can learn to become a better person from what you are experiencing.
Photo of Dr Paul Duignan, Psychologist, PhD
Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD
with questions.
"
I use my skills as an experienced clinical psychologist to first work out exactly what issues you are currently facing. Next, we identify the specific outcomes you want. Then, I select an appropriate set of clinical psychology and self-development tools, and you apply these in the sessions and at home. Lastly, we focus on what you can learn to become a better person from what you are experiencing.
Photo of Dr Paul Duignan, Psychologist, PhD
Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD
with questions.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Age

Adults

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Existential
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Positive Psychology
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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I use a range of different evidence-based therapies with my clients. These all fit within an overall Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approach. I have developed a set of over 40 practical clinical psychology and self-development tools in my practice that I tailor to suit your exact needs. I also set my clients up so that they can continue to use these tools after therapy with me finishes.
Photo of Dr Paul Duignan, Psychologist, PhD
Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD
with questions.
"
I use a range of different evidence-based therapies with my clients. These all fit within an overall Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approach. I have developed a set of over 40 practical clinical psychology and self-development tools in my practice that I tailor to suit your exact needs. I also set my clients up so that they can continue to use these tools after therapy with me finishes.
Photo of Dr Paul Duignan, Psychologist, PhD
Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD
with questions.

Location

Primary Location

Downtown Wellington or online from rest of NZ

Wellington 6011

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Face-to-face in Wellington & online across NZ. Weekend and early evening sessions. I keep some slots for short-notice urgent appointments.
Photo of Dr Paul Duignan, Psychologist, PhD
Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD
"
Face-to-face in Wellington & online across NZ. Weekend and early evening sessions. I keep some slots for short-notice urgent appointments.
Photo of Dr Paul Duignan, Psychologist, PhD
Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD