Find a counsellor · Dunedin
Find a counsellor in Dunedin.
Ōtepoti Dunedin — student pressure, southern winters, and everything in between. Find a Dunedin therapist or meet online. Real availability on every profile, and $0 if your workplace covers Clearhead.
Key facts
- No GP referral needed to see a counsellor through Clearhead
- Online sessions anywhere in New Zealand, plus in-person sessions in Dunedin
- Most people get a first appointment within about 48 hours
- $0 if your workplace covers Clearhead; self-pay sessions typically $155–$220
- Counsellors are members of a recognised professional body, such as the NZ Association of Counsellors (NZAC)

Originally from Waimate in South Canterbury, I have extensive clinical experience over a period of 28 years within a variety of Counselling and Education…
I focus on
- Anger
- Anxiety
- Bereavement

Hi, I’m Viv, experienced Registered Hypnotherapist and mindset empowerment coach. I love helping people learn how easy it can be to release mental blocks and…
I focus on
- Anxiety

I have been a counsellor for over 25 years. I have worked with serious sexual harm behaviours, managed an AOD residential rehab facility and I have worked in…
I focus on
- Māori Frameworks
- Addiction
- Work-related Stress

Introduction: Hi there I'm Michelle Hallis - D'Souza, a trained and registered ACC Sensitive Claims Trauma Provider, Social Worker & Addictions Practitioner…
I focus on
- Anxiety
- Depression

With over 22 years of experience as a therapist, Shanti uses an integrative approach to address and treat clients' presenting issues and challenges. She is…
I focus on
- Mental Health
- Professional Supervision
- Relationship Issues

My experience includes working with clients who are neurodiverse e.g. Autism, ADHD, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, learning challenges, and anyone who feels they “don’t…
I focus on
- Abuse
- ADHD
- Anxiety
What people ask before booking.
How do I find a counsellor in Dunedin?
Search Clearhead’s directory and filter by what you’re going through, who you’d like to see, and when you can meet. 6 practitioners are based in Dunedin for in-person sessions, and the rest of the team meet clients online anywhere in New Zealand. Ōtepoti Dunedin — student pressure, southern winters, and everything in between. Find a Dunedin therapist or meet online.
How much does a counsellor cost in Dunedin?
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 counsellor online in Dunedin?
Yes. Most of our counsellors 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 counsellor in Dunedin?
No. In New Zealand you don’t need a GP referral to see a counsellor privately. You can book directly on Clearhead.
How quickly can I get an appointment in Dunedin?
Most people booking through Clearhead get a first session within about 48 hours. You’ll see each counsellor’s real availability on their profile before you commit.
What’s the difference between a counsellor and other mental health professionals?
Counselling is usually shorter and focused on the present and practical change. Psychotherapy goes deeper into long-standing patterns; psychologists add formal assessment and diagnosis.
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So — shall we find someone who gets it?
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