Jonathan Lee, Counsellor/Therapist

Jonathan Lee

 MSc., Dip. Counselling, MNZAC

My passion for counselling stems from a deep-rooted desire to assist others to navigate life's challenges, discover their strengths, and live more fulfilling lives. For me, you are not just a client but a valued individual on a path to self-discovery and growth. I am here to listen, guide, and empower you every step of the way.

Approach: My philosophical approach to therapy is  that the solution to your problems lies within yourself. It's my role as your therapist to guide you in discovering your own solution. While I provide psych-education and techniques when helpful, it's the you who does the work. To this end, I use and eclectic approach, employing various elements of psychotherapy most likley to assist you at any point in your journey. At times this means I may confront you with your own beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and behaviours that do not appear to be true, reasonable, or helpful. I also expect you to put in time and effort between sessions. 

Practice areas: In addition to general practice, my special interests include relationship issues; emotional issues including anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation; trauma and abuse; adult ADHD therapy and coaching; and personality disorders.

Accreditations: I am an accredited provider with TELUS Health (formerly Benestar), New Zealand Veterans' Affairs, WINZ, Clearhead, and Psychology Today. 

Qualifications: I have a diploma in counselling from the New Zealand Institute of Professional Counselling and have been a full member of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors since 2017. I am also an NZAC accredited supervisor of other counsellors and student counsellors. I abide by the NZAC Code of Ethics, and the Health and Disablities Commissioner's Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers' Rights. 

Additionally, I have a master's degree in business administration from the London Business School, London University, and a bachelor's degree with honours in social science from the University of Wales. Previous careers have spanned investment banking, public service, the chemical industry, and military intelligence. 

Certificates: I hold certificates in the Developmental Model for couple therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy,  and Supervision. I am trained in Personal Centre Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Behaviour Therapy including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Family Therapy, Dialectical Therapy, and Solution Focussed Therapy. I also use Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) and hypnosis, Motivational Interviewing, and Transactional Analysis.