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Counselling
& Therapy

Welcome to your one-stop destination for men’s and couples counselling in Christchurch and across Canterbury.

 

Often what we are going through is not always easy to put into words, so talking it through with someone in a safe, non-judgemental, confidential and caring space can make a difference. No matter what you are going through we have a diverse team of qualified counsellors who are dedicated to supporting men to over come any challenge and achieve happier healthier lives.

 

Counselling that works best for you.

Counselling sessions can take place in a way that works best for you. In-person, online or over the phone.

 

 

 

“You have the power over your mind-not outside events. Realise this, and you will find strength”

- Marcus Aurelius

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ACC Counselling for

Male Survivors

Our specialist ACC Counsellors are qualified to work with male survivors of sexual abuse and assault. They will talk you through the ACC Sensitive Claims process and walk beside you every step of the way. Your ACC Counsellor can also assist whānau to access support to help them better understand the impacts of sexual abuse and to learn how they can support survivors who may be family members or friends.

Relationship counselling

Relationship

Counselling

Relationship counselling offers a safe and supportive space to talk openly. Whether you’re facing conflict, uncertainty, or just wanting to come in for a relationship 'check-up', our counsellors understand that it’s not always easy to express what’s going on inside. We’re here to make it easier. 

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Depression

& Anxiety therapy

Depression and anxiety can creep in quietly, and is often hidden behind a brave face. It is common for men to carry worries, doubts and trauma in silence while carrying the weight of expectations, responsibilities, and the pressure to "be tough", "harden up", or to “keep it together”. You’re not alone in feeling this way, and today we know that reaching out for help takes courage - it takes real strength to face what’s happening and to choose to do something positive about it.

 

Our counsellors understand the unique ways men experience, carry, and express distress, and they’re here to walk alongside you with respect and care.

Anger management

Anger Management therapy

Anger management is not about judgement or blame, nor is it about eliminating anger all together; it is about understanding yourself better, learning how to express anger in a healthy and safe way. 

Addictions

Alcohol &

other addictions

There are many kinds of addiction. No matter what you are dealing with our counselling team can work with you to better understand an addiction and to understand what is behind it. They can then support you to find healthy ways to reduce or eliminate harmful impacts.

Contact Us

You can make a referral, ask questions, or request a callback in any of the following ways:

  • Our online contact form (below)

  • Calling us on 03 3659000

  • Send us a text on 022 302 4966 (texts only

  • Email us at enquiries@canmen.org.nz

  • Visit us in person.

If you are making a referral for someone else please make sure they are aware of the referral and have given their consent. 

In the first instance we will attempt to reach you by phone.

All messages are checked and replied to during week days'. With our apologies, our service is not resourced to act as a crisis response service. If you are in need of immediate help please call 111. Alternatively you can contact one of the following numbers...

If you need urgent support please contact one of the following services. Links below.
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Suicide crisis helpline
Lifeline helpline

Our Counsellors

We have an outstanding team of experienced, professional counsellors who can support your journey.

ACC Counsellors

Our specialist ACC Counsellors are qualified to work with male survivors of sexual abuse. They can even help wider whānau to access supports to help them better understand the impacts of sexual abuse.

 Real experiences.

Best counselling service.

Tools in back pocket while waiting for ACC.

Helped with my anxiety and depression.

It has given me a positive outlook on life.

Nice, easy to get along with my counsellor, makes it easy to talk.

I gained so much confidence and love for myself.

I have someone kind an understanding to talk to.

Genuine affordable help.

Cost

We offer a free consultation and assessment for all new clients. The purpose of this consultation is to hear in your own words what you are wanting support with and how you would like us to support you. We will then do our very best to connect you to the right counsellor for you and your circumstances. We can also tell you about other supports available to you.

 

To ensure that our services are accessible and affordable to all men our counselling fees work on a sliding scale. We are often able to provide free counselling by applying for the disability allowance through MSD. Alternatively, fee's for individual counselling are kept as low as possible, typically ranging from $80/session to $140/session. For couples counselling fee's generally start at $100/session up to $180/session. 

 

We do not want cost to be a barrier, so we are sometimes able to offer different options, including heavily subsidised or free counselling. 

 

More about accessing free counselling through the Disability Allowance

For men who are not currently working or are on a lower income, the Men's Centre can support you with an application to MSD to access the Disability Allowance. If approved by MSD, this will cover the full costs of your counselling sessions. Please note that this does not usually require you to go into MSD as most of the paper work can be completed with our staff and sent directly to MSD from our office.

 

If you have any questions at all please do not hesitate to contact us.

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