WELCOME TO RIVERWAY PSYCHOLOGY
Riverway Psychology is the private practice of Matt Reid, Registered Clinical Psychologist. Matt trained at the University of Waikato, and has a primary interest in collaborating with adults to navigate various mental health and life challenges. Matt works primarily from a Cognitive Behavioural framework, and has experience working in mental health and correctional psychology. Matt is also a registered provider for ACC sensitive claims. Riverway Psychology is based in the beautiful river city of Whanganui, New Zealand, however can provide services more widely via telehealth.
WHAT IS THERAPY?
Talk-therapy has a long history of supporting people to move towards improved psychological wellbeing through a collaborative relationship, combined with psychological knowledge and practices. From a cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) perspective this typically involves supporting clients to examine and modify patterns of thinking, feeling and behavior. Examples of commonly addressed concerns include depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, stress, and other life challenges.
Therapy sessions usually last around one hour, with the initial session focusing more on the therapist asking questions to better understand the clients needs and goals.
Following the end of the first session the therapist will usually be able to suggest a basic plan for further sessions, or alternatively discuss other options that may better suit the client.
As therapy is a collaborative relationship, it is particularly important that the client feels that the therapist is a good fit for their needs.
“I have learned now that while those who speak about one's miseries usually hurt, those who keep silence hurt more.”
― C. S. Lewis
CONTACT
Please use the contact form to make an enquiry.
Riverway Psychology currently operates Monday to Thursday.
Referrals can be emailed directly to matt@riverwaypsychology.co.nz
Enquiries are typically responded to within two working days. If you have not received a response, make sure to check your spam/junk mail folder.
In-person appointments are held at the premise of
Flourish Counselling, 49 Ingestre St, Whanganui
Riverway Psychology does not provide a crisis service. Emergencies such as an acute mental health crisis or an imminent safety concern are best treated by a local mental health crisis service or by contacting Police directly (dial 111).
Whanganui Crisis Assessment and Treatment Team 0800 653 358