Christchurch and South Canterbury
Registered Counsellor
Warren is one of our Christchurch based consultants
Welcome to this journey
As we navigate the complexities of intimacy, relationships, and sexuality, having a safe and supportive space to explore our thoughts and feelings is crucial. I'm committed to providing a culturally sensitive and respectful environment where you can feel heard and understood, surrounded by manaakitanga (respect and empathy). I'm currently in training with Sex Therapy New Zealand, enhancing my skills for holistic support.
A Safe Space for Connection
With over 20 years of experience as a counsellor, I offer face-to-face counselling in Christchurch and online sessions. My approach prioritizes whakapapa (genealogy and heritage), whanaungatanga (family and relationships), and hauora (health and well-being), acknowledging the interconnectedness of our well-being and relationships.
Areas of Support
I will provide support in the following areas:
- Relationship challenges and intimacy issues
- Sexual concerns and abuse
- Trauma and attachment issues
- Building healthy relationships and communication
- Exploring and understanding your sexuality
Working Together
In our sessions, you can expect:
- A commitment to manaakitanga (respect and empathy) in every interaction
- Collaboration to find solutions that work for you, at your pace.
Inclusive and respectful support, honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi (Treaty of Waitangi) and our shared humanity
Fees
$165 per 50-minute session. Late cancellations and no-shows will be charged. Available to NZ residents and citizens overseas.
Let's Take the First Step
Take the first step towards healing and connection. Contact me today.
Warren Mason
JP, B.Com., Dip. Couns., MNZAC, DPAANZ, Counsellor
Dr
Paula.Dennan
I am a counsellor based in Christchurch, seeing clients online and in person. I have worked in a variety of mental health settings and am familiar working with depression, anxiety, neurodiversity, trauma, and sexual harm. I am an ally and enjoy working with and supporting the Rainbow Community.
I enjoy supporting clients to explore and build a familiarity of what sexuality is in their lives. I also can support those experiencing differences in desire or building an understanding of desire, intimacy challenges, and exploring what their sexual world is as life changes.
I can support to:
· Explore the aspects of healthy sexual functioning and learning how to foster that in our lives.
· Becoming more familiar with our desires and how this may interact with our beliefs/understanding of what sex is and is not.
· Building a stronger and more confident connection with ourselves so that we may connect more to ourselves and our partners in our sex life.
The foundation of my therapy is Person Centered while utilizing ACT therapy and CBT techniques. I like to work in partnership with my clients to build a safe and open therapeutic relationship.
Sessions are $175 (+ GST) for a 50-minute appointment. Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice, or not attended, are charged in full.
M(Ed) Certificate in Counselling, BSc (Hons) Psychology with Philosophy; MNZAC
Lisa Phelan is one of our Sex Therapists Christchurch consultants
I completed advanced sex therapy training in 2015. I have worked extensively with with couples for the last 10 years. I have a particular interest in desire issues. I also have experience working with out of control sexual behaviour commonly called sexual addiction and gender identity issues.
I see my role as a sex therapist as working collaboratively alongside people in order to support them to develop or increase intimacy in order to experience a full and satisfying and authentic life. I respect that this can be a sensitive topic for many people and I work at the client's pace and tailor therapy according to the needs of the couple or individual. Confidentiality is of utmost importance and as a member of NZAC I adhere to their ethical guidelines.
I work in Private practice in Riccarton and am happy to see both couples and individuals. Although I endeavour to work from a person – centred and relational framework, I also use bio-psycho-social approach and other models such as Acceptance and Commitment and Solution Focused therapy.
My past counselling experience includes many other issues such as grief, depression, stress, anxiety, eating issues, post-traumatic stress and communication issues.
My fee is $170.00 per 50 minute session. Please also be aware that once made, appointments not kept or cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice will be charged. This service is only available to people who are in New Zealand at the time of the consult or to New Zealanders overseas.