Paul Letham-McGrath Counsellor

Welcome to Paul Letham-McGrath Counsellor, a fully-qualified registered counselling institution located in Christchurch, New Zealand. With over 10 years of full-time private practice experience, Paul offers his services in Christchurch, Rolleston, and online.

Paul's counselling style is warm, interactive, exploratory, and methodical, ensuring that you feel comfortable and supported throughout your therapeutic journey. Born into a rural Canterbury family, Paul has always been fascinated by human behavior and the creative arts. After pursuing a degree in drama and music, Paul delved into psychology, obtaining two diplomas and a Bachelor of Counselling degree.

What sets Paul apart is his firsthand experience with depression and anxiety, allowing him to deeply understand the conditions that can lead to their development. He believes in a client-centered approach, recognizing that you are the expert in your own life. However, Paul also integrates other therapeutic modalities such as existential, solution-based, narrative, psychodynamic, Jungian, and cognitive-behavioral methods depending on your individual needs.

Counselling with Paul provides a safe and confidential space for you to express your thoughts and feelings. It is an opportunity for you to seek clarity, gain insight, make meaning of your experiences, and regain control over aspects of your life that may be troubling you. The therapeutic relationship between you and Paul is crucial, and the dynamics of counselling will be tailored to your unique circumstances.

As your counsellor, Paul is your listener and collaborator. Once the goals of your therapy have been established, he will actively listen, reflect, interact, and gently challenge you when necessary. He will help you make sense of your experiences and explore new perspectives. Throughout the process, discussions with Paul are supportive, respectful, and free from criticism or judgement. He is less of an "expert" and more of a well-informed, unbiased, encouraging, and curious companion dedicated to helping you reach your full potential.

Paul's qualifications include a Bachelor of Counselling, a Bachelor of Arts in Drama, a Jungian & Post-Jungian Clinical Concepts Certificate, a Diploma in Psychology, and a Diploma in Health & Human Behavior. Sessions with Paul are 60 minutes in length, priced at $150 for individuals and $180 for couples, including GST. Bank transfer is the preferred payment method, but invoicing is available for convenience. If you are a beneficiary or student, partial funding may be available through WINZ.

Once you have made an appointment, we will send a confirmation to your provided email upon approval. Please provide your verification details for the claim procedure. Talkingworks, the institution behind Paul Letham-McGrath Counsellor, was established in 2006 by Karen Field, a registered psychotherapist and counsellor with 15 years of private practice experience on the Hibiscus Coast.

At Paul Letham-McGrath Counsellor, we are committed to providing you with the support and guidance you need on your journey towards healing and personal growth. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and take the first step towards a brighter future.