Paul is a registered psychologist based in Whangārei, with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals, children and families. His career began more than 35 years ago in England, working in residential care with people facing intellectual disabilities, complex trauma and mental health challenges. After 12 years in Australia, he has made New Zealand home. Having Afro-Caribbean heritage and living across different cultures, Paul brings a genuine respect for each person’s background and story.

 Paul offers individual, couples and child therapy, with an approach that’s warm, collaborative and tailored to your individual needs. He draws on a range of evidence-based therapies, including CBT, ACT, EMDR, Schema Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, DBT skills and trauma-informed care. He holds a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) from Central Queensland University, plus certificates in EMDR, Schema Therapy, MI, PCIT and DBT.

Paul enjoys supporting others to reach their goals and full potential and finds it deeply rewarding to see the positive changes people make along the way.