Dr. James Arkwright

James has twenty plus years experience working in the social services, health and education sectors; including Family and Patient Counsellor at Auckland Spinal Unit, Co-director of Disability Support Services at University of Auckland, Counsellor within Student Health Services at University of Auckland, Lecturer at Unitec Institute of Technology and Senior Counsellor Educator and Head of Research at Bethlehem Tertiary Institute.

In his private counselling practice he specialises in supporting people regarding trauma, abuse, grief, depression, anxiety and addictions, and also provides clinical supervision to an extensive range of health professionals, including counsellors, psychologists, family therapists, social workers, spiritual directors, managers, executive directors, clinical leaders, nurses, counselling chaplains, ministers and pastors.

James has presented a number of keynote addresses and papers at counselling, social practice and education conferences in New Zealand and Australia, and was the sole keynote speaker at NZCCA’s 2012 annual conference.

He currently is a trustee on the board for Te Tuinga Whanau Support Services Trust, Tauranga, and has previously served as a board member on other community trusts. James is committed to facilitating safe inclusive learning environments and experiences which support people to have enriched lives and be further equipped to make a difference in Aotearoa/New Zealand. James’ qualifications include a Doctor of Education and a Master of Education in Counselling.

Counselling and therapy session charges: Due to a very full schedule, James is currently unavailable for counselling.

For further information contact James.