McKain Counselling
Providing support alongside clients to walk with them in their journey. Counselling in Christchurch, two locations.
Dr. Heather McKain, ND
Doctor of Naturopathy, Counsellor, MNZAC, ACC Accredited
Heather has years of experience working with children, youth and adults in both New Zealand and America. She has worked in non-profit and schools as well as over 8 years in private practice. Her training began at Bastyr University where she trained to work as a primary care provider with Naturopathic Medicine and Counselling. At Mckain Counselling she offers counselling in Christchurch. Her focus is providing support alongside her clients to walk with them in their journey. She aims to work with people of all walks of life utilizing a Person Centered foundation along with ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) as well as using play therapy techniques.
It is important to Heather that the client feels recognized and heard. Sometimes this is done in fun ways, but it is always tailored to suit the client.
When not at work, Heather is usually seen doing various outdoor sports, gardening, playing with her dogs or maintaining her lifestyle block.
What I Can Help With
Anxiety and Panic Attacks
Low mood/Depression
Anger
Relationship Issues
Grief
Stress and Burnout
Life Transitions
Workplace Concerns
LGBTQIA+ Ally
ACC Accredited
And much more that life throws at us.
Being listened to with curiosity and an aim to learn about you with understanding.
In our sessions, we will work together with you as the leader to navigate any concerns or challenges you may have. Working to your strengths to support you in finding solutions or direction.
We aim to work as part of your healthcare team. If further support or diagnosis is needed, we will support you in working with your GP, and finding a psychologist or psychiatrist (with your consent).
Melvin – Chief Therapy Animal
and very good boy!
Melvin started coming into sessions at an early age and quickly proved to be a calming and supportive presence. He’s a wee corgi who enjoys coming to work when he is not working on his lifestyle block at home.
We will make sure you are happy to have Melvin in your session before you meet him. If you are happy to have him you can expect offers of cuddles and some shedding (a lint roller will be offered if needed). He is also more than happy to have a snooze in the corner if that is more comfortable.