Susie McKinstry Couples Counselling — Marriage or relationship counselor in Christchurch, E9
Address67 Durham Street South Sydenham 8023, Christchurch, E9
Websitesusiemckinstry.org
Susie McKinstry is a Christchurch-based couples counsellor with post-graduate training in Emotionally Focused Therapy and a Bachelor’s Degree in Person-Centred Counselling. Drawing from personal experience in both individual and couples counselling, she understands the client's perspective. McKinstry's approach is grounded in the belief that humans are wired for intimate bonding, and she focuses on fostering emotional security, trust, communication, intimacy, and relational fulfilment. She works experientially to facilitate corrective emotional experiences, helping clients move beyond entrenched patterns. McKinstry also offers individual counselling, assisting clients in gaining clarity and expanding their capacity for relational intimacy. Her practice is informed by Attachment Theory, Depth Psychology, Polyvagal Theory, and Existential Psychology.
Best for
- Couples
- Individuals seeking relational support
- Clients experiencing relationship conflict
- Individuals seeking self-awareness
| Key services | Couples counselling, Individual counselling |
| Tags | couples counselling, relationship counselling, emotionally focused therapy, person-centred approach, christchurch, canterbury, attachment theory, intimacy, communication, trust |
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