Wellington
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Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD
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Dr Paul Duignan

Psychologist, PhD

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Available both in-person and online
Downtown Wellington or online from rest of NZ Wellington 6011
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I work with those facing stress and life issues, with organisations & leaders (see Leaders.DrPaul.Online) and supervise professionals (see Supervision.DrPaul.Online). More than just counselling, as a Registered Clinical Psychologist, I offer structured assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based solutions. Clients' feedback: 'Paul was able to articulate what was going on for me'. I highly recommend him. His approach was 'methodical, thoughtful, interesting and implementable, and made me feel comfortable and listened to'. 'Seeing Paul, I am now more confident, relaxed and a better person as a result' (see Feedback.DrPaul.Online).
I provide practical tools to manage stress, address life's challenges, resolve career and relationship problems, and address worry, sadness, and meaning-of-life issues. 'I come out from a session with hands-on tools that I have already been helped to practice, and I can clearly see that they can be applied to my situation'. AI stress, ADHD, alcohol etc.
I help clients deal with what they're 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 my clients to use their 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
My website
I do a full assessment of new clients and then tailor interventions to meet their needs. I save some slots to see people urgently.
I specialize in Coping Skills, Anxiety and Depression 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
A clinical psychologist with wide real-world experience helps you use your current issues to reboot yourself to a more positive life.
Dr Paul Duignan
Connect with Dr Paul Duignan
Photo of Dr Paul Duignan, Psychologist, PhD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Downtown Wellington or online from rest of NZ

Wellington 6011 map
My website
I do a full assessment of new clients and then tailor interventions to meet their needs. I save some slots to see people urgently.
I specialize in Coping Skills, Anxiety and Depression 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
A clinical psychologist with wide real-world experience helps you use your current issues to reboot yourself to a more positive life.
Dr Paul Duignan

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
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If you have health insurance, then you may be able to get reimbursement for some sessions with Dr Paul.
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Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD
with questions.
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If you have health insurance, then you may be able to get reimbursement for some sessions with Dr Paul.
Photo of Dr Paul Duignan, Psychologist, PhD
Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD
with questions.

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.
Photo of Dr Paul Duignan, Psychologist, PhD
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
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • AI Anxiety, Dependency & Hyperfocus
  • Alcohol Use
  • Career Guidance
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mindfulness Meditation
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • 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 , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • AI-related problems therapy
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Existential
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • 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

Email Me

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Nearby Areas

Cities/Towns

Counties

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I do a full assessment of new clients and then tailor interventions to meet their needs. I save some slots to see people urgently.
Photo of Dr Paul Duignan, Psychologist, PhD
Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD
"
I do a full assessment of new clients and then tailor interventions to meet their needs. I save some slots to see people urgently.
Photo of Dr Paul Duignan, Psychologist, PhD
Dr Paul Duignan
Psychologist, PhD