Are you considering going to counselling? During times of crisis and stress, consulting with a professional who is trained in helping you to take back control of your life can make all the difference.
It is important to seek out someone who is competent in supporting you to make the changes you want, and is skilled in generating ways to develop your ability to live your life more fully. Different counsellors work using different approaches so it is useful to inquire about the method a counsellor uses to bring about changes in your life.
Background:Chris's formal counselling training consists of a Masters Degree in Counselling (Narrative Therapy) from the University of Waikato and a Diploma in Psychosynthesis Counselling (NZQA). He holds a Bachelors of Arts Degree majoring in Psychology and a Post Graduate Diploma of Teaching. He is a certified Master Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) practitioner and advanced hypnotherapist. He has trained extensively with Ericksonian approaches.
Chris has had extensive professional training and a strong interest in couples and family counselling, mediation and restorative practices.A significant proportion of the counselling training he has done has been experientially based meaning that he has spent an extensive period of time looking at issues that affect him and his relationships on a regular basis over a considerable period of time and as such he believes that this commitment to looking at his own life processes has enabled him to work with a heightened sense of efficiency, respect and integrity.
Approach:Is guided by the ideas and practices of Narrative Therapy.Is committed to working collaboratively to reach new understandings and identify new possibilities of how to live taking into account cultural and social influences.
Areas of Specialisation: Adolescents Couples Crisis intervention Depression Life changes and transitions Loss and grief Male issues Motivation and direction Relationships Stress
Ethical Matters:Adheres to the Code of Ethics of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors. Chris attends regular supervision.For a free confidential consultation or to make an appointment call today!Making an Appointment:Phone or Email Chris - Messages left will be responded to promptly....