Hegarty Psychology

Clinical Psychology, Mindfulness Based Therapies, Supervision for Professionals, Neuropsychology, Sports Psychology

If you are someone who feels anxious, stressed, depressed, or unable to cope, I can assist you in improving your situation and to live a more satisfying and meaningful life. I also work with athletes and professionals who want to improve their performance.

Our Services

  • Clinical Psychology/Therapy

    I provide skills-based treatments for a wide range of psychological issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Pain, Addictive Behaviours, PTSD etc. - problems that may be inhibiting your life and everyday enjoyment. Recovery from illness, life changes and Personal Development are other areas that can be addressed in therapy.

  • Mindfulness-Based Therapy

    My approach to Clinical Psychology offers evidence-based treatments specifically relevant to the challenges of the human condition. My approach draws heavily on Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) based approaches – modern extensions of CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy).

  • For Professionals

    I offer individual clinical supervision, mentoring, and workshops for professionals. Workshops cover topics such as ACT, Mindfulness training and its clinical applications.

  • Sports Psychology

    I work with athletes and others in high demand areas wanting to enhance their performance. My book, ACT in Sport (2020), applies the principles of ACT training to sport and other high-performance contexts.

  • Neuropsychology

    I have made a significant contribution to neuropsychological practice in New Zealand through fostering contemporary assessment measures and techniques that are in use internationally. I offer supervision for other psychologists in neuropsychology and advice on assessment measures.

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James Hegarty Clinical Psychologist

Dr James Hegarty

PgDipClinPsych FNZCCP

I aim to provide psychological solutions relevant to life’s challenges, and draw on my broad experience as a Clinical Psychologist working in a wide range of areas. A Fellowship was awarded by the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists in recognition of my significant contribution to the development of Clinical Psychology in New Zealand.

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