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Find a therapist in Dunedin.

Ōtepoti Dunedin: student pressure, southern winters, and everything in between. Find a Dunedin therapist or meet online., and $0 if your workplace covers Clearhead.

Key facts

  • No GP referral needed to see a therapist 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
  • Practitioners are registered with, or members of, a recognised professional body
Available in Dunedin.
Ms Michelle Hallis-D'Souza
Other Specialist Provider | Social Worker
Otago

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
Video callIn person
Next availableSun 8:30 pm
Vivien Adams
Other Specialist Provider | Hypnotherapist
Otago

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
Video callIn person
Next availableSun 8:00 pm
James Howey
Counsellor
Otago

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
Video callIn person
Next availableFri 8:00 pm
Ms Sheree Kataraina Wallis
Counsellor
Otago

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
Video callIn person
Next availableSun 8:00 pm
Shanti Rajan
Counsellor
Otago

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
Video callIn person
Next available18 Nov 2026
Veronica Neiman
Counsellor
Otago

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
In person
Next availableBy request
Common questions

What people ask before booking.

How do I find a therapist 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 therapist 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 therapist online in Dunedin?

Yes. Most of our therapists 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 therapist in Dunedin?

No. In New Zealand you don’t need a GP referral to see a therapist 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 therapist’s real availability on their profile before you commit.

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

A therapist is any qualified talk-therapy professional. If you specifically need diagnosis or psychological assessment, choose a psychologist; for shorter, present-focused support, a counsellor is often the right fit.

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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