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Find a psychologist · Christchurch

Find a psychologist in Christchurch.

Ōtautahi Christchurch — support for everything from everyday stress and anxiety to grief and trauma. Real availability on every profile, and $0 if your workplace covers Clearhead.

Key facts

  • No GP referral needed to see a psychologist through Clearhead
  • Online sessions anywhere in New Zealand, plus in-person sessions in Christchurch
  • Most people get a first appointment within about 48 hours
  • $0 if your workplace covers Clearhead; self-pay sessions typically $155–$220
  • Every psychologist is registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board
12 practitioners available in Christchurch.
Vanessa Gardner
Counsellor
Canterbury

Kia ora! Ko Vanessa toku ingoa. My pronouns are she/her and I am an experienced and qualified counsellor registered with NZAC. I specialize in providing…

I focus on

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
Video callIn person
Next availableTue 4:00 am
Mr Paul Wynands
Clinical Psychologist
Canterbury

I have over 30 years of experience as a registered clinical psychologist, specializing in modern forms of focused therapy. My therapeutic goal is to…

I focus on

  • Adjustment
  • Anger management
  • Anxiety
Video callIn person
Next available23 Nov 2026
John Melling
Counsellor
Canterbury

Kia ora, I'm John and I am passionate about supporting people at their own pace to explore their best hopes and values, and start making changes to move…

I focus on

  • Burnout
  • Confidence
  • Depression
Video callIn person
Next availableSun 8:00 pm
Mayuri Samant
Counsellor
Canterbury

I’m a counsellor who believes therapy should feel collaborative, practical, and tailored to the person in front of me. I work with adults experiencing anxiety…

I focus on

  • Post traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Video callIn person
Next availableSun 11:00 pm
Mike Kempt
Other Specialist Provider | Social Worker
Canterbury

For more than 25 years, I’ve worked as a professional supervisor, coach, and mental health specialist. Over that time, I’ve seen how the right support can make…

I focus on

  • Anxiety
  • Mental Health
  • Professional Supervision
Video callIn person
Next available19 Nov 2026
Khan Richardson
Counsellor
Canterbury

I help people move toward the life they want, even in the presence of significant challenges. My work is grounded in Solution-Focused Therapy, with sessions…

I focus on

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
Video callIn person
Next availableMon 6:30 pm
Common questions

What people ask before booking.

How do I find a psychologist in Christchurch?

Search Clearhead’s directory and filter by what you’re going through, who you’d like to see, and when you can meet. 12 practitioners are based in Christchurch for in-person sessions, and the rest of the team meet clients online anywhere in New Zealand. Ōtautahi Christchurch — support for everything from everyday stress and anxiety to grief and trauma.

How much does a psychologist cost in Christchurch?

If your workplace offers Clearhead, your sessions are $0. Otherwise self-pay sessions are typically $155–$220, and you never need a GP referral.

Can I see a psychologist online in Christchurch?

Yes. Most of our psychologists offer secure video sessions anywhere in New Zealand, so you can start soon even if there’s no in-person slot near you. Research shows online therapy works as well as in-person therapy for common concerns like anxiety and depression.

Do I need a GP referral to see a psychologist in Christchurch?

No. In New Zealand you don’t need a GP referral to see a psychologist privately. You can book directly on Clearhead.

How quickly can I get an appointment in Christchurch?

Most people booking through Clearhead get a first session within about 48 hours. You’ll see each psychologist’s real availability on their profile before you commit.

What’s the difference between a psychologist and other mental health professionals?

Psychologists can formally assess and diagnose and tend to use structured, evidence-based therapies. Counsellors and psychotherapists focus on talk-based support rather than diagnosis.

So — shall we find someone who gets it?

Therapists across New Zealand & Australia, with real availability on every profile — and $0 if your workplace covers Clearhead.

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