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Matthew Smit
Counsellor, MA
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
38 Wiremu Street, Auckland 1041
Let's Connect 0800 451 520 x39
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I have worked with a wide range of clients over the 8 years I have been in the mental health field. I acknowledge that we are all individuals who require a unique approach to therapy. We will work collaboratively to develop the goals you want to achieve in therapy whether that be developing concrete skills to use in your everyday life or delving deeper into the root causes of your mental health issues. I will be there to guide you and support you in the ways you need. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy if that's improving an already positive life or uncovering the reasons why life feels more difficult than it should be.
I can help with general mental health issues like anxiety, depression or trauma that are having an impact on you life and more severe mental health problems that may feel debilitating at times. I have specialised in anger management, depression, suicidal ideation and addiction in the past. I offer short and long term individual work and couples counselling.
I hold compassion and understanding at the forefront of my therapeutic approach. During your time in therapy we will create a non-judgmental, open space where you can feel safe being your authentic self and getting into the core of whatever issues you would like to work on.
Call or Email Matthew Smit now for a free 15 minute consultation - 0800 451 520 x39
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $140
- Couple Sessions $160
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by Bank transfer
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or 0800 451 520 x39
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Matthew Smit
Counsellor, MA
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Degree/Diploma from The Wright Institute Matthew Smit
- In Practice for 4 Years
- Certificate from UC Berkeley Extension Post-Baccalaureate in Counselling Psychology / 2016
- Degree/Diploma from The University of Auckland in Philosophy (BA) BA Philosophy / 2012
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anger Management
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Bereavement
- Bipolar Disorder
- Coping Skills
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Internet Addiction
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Psychosis
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Suicidal Ideation
- Thinking Disorders
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Humanistic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centred
- Psychodynamic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Call for a free consultation now - 0800 451 520 x39
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Matthew Smit
Counsellor, MA