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Dr. David Barton Ph.D. Psychology, Nat Dip Counselling, CBT, DBT & REBT Cert.
I work with ACC, Life Matters, Turning Point, Cancer Society, EAP and Private Clients
Address
Address
The Capitol Building, Level 1,
67 Princes Street, Dunedin, 9041
Client Hours:
Monday: 10 am – 6 pm
Tuesday: 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday: 10 am – 6 pm
Thursday: 10 am – 6 pm
Hi there, I'm Dr. David Barton.
Hi there, I'm Dr. David Barton.
As a qualified counsellor, I help people get their lives back on track. I personally know what it's like to have your whole world thrown into chaos. I know what it's like to watch all your hopes and dreams shattered by an unforeseen trauma or a devastating event.
Like many survivors out there, I know that it takes tremendous effort and hard work to rebuild a shattered life and restore some normality to broken dreams. Yet, with a willingness of heart it can be done. Maybe this is something you resonate with, and if it is, then maybe I can help you along your journey.
Services
Services
Many people come to counselling because they’ve tried to cope on their own — for months, sometimes years.
You might notice:
Ongoing anxiety or tension that won’t settle
Emotional exhaustion or burnout
A sense of disconnection from yourself or others
Trauma from past experiences that still affects your present
Relationship difficulties or communication breakdowns
Feeling “stuck” despite knowing you want things to change
Counselling isn’t about being “fixed.”
It’s about understanding what’s happening beneath the surface — and learning how to respond differently, with clarity and self-respect.
A little about me
A little about me
Counsellor | Therapist | Trauma-Informed Practitioner
I’m David Barton, a Dunedin-based counsellor with a PhD in Psychology, a Diploma in Counselling, and many years of experience working with individuals facing trauma, stress, anxiety, and life transitions.
I bring both professional training and lived experience into the counselling room.
Having personally walked through serious illness, loss, and major life disruption, I understand how deeply suffering can affect identity, confidence, and hope. This shapes the way I work — with respect, patience, and realism.
My role isn’t to tell you who to be. It’s to help you reconnect with who you already are.
Who I Work With
Who I Work With
I work primarily with:
Adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, or stress
People recovering from emotionally painful life events
Couples seeking clarity and healthier communication
Clients navigating identity shifts, burnout, or major transitions
Counselling sessions are available in Dunedin and online across New Zealand.
What my clients struggle with
What my clients struggle with
Trauma more information click here
Relationship Problems more information click here
Depression
Suicidal Thoughts and Feelings
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My Books
Achieving Your Best Self
Achieving Your Best Self
Achieving Your Best Self: Fast track your efforts to achieving your highest goals Paperback
The Goal Achievers Journal
The Goal Achievers Journal
The Goal Achievers Journal: Achieve Your Highest Goals Faster Than Ever Before
Stage 4 Survivor: Stepping Into DARKNESS
Stage 4 Survivor: Stepping Into DARKNESS
Stage 4 Survivor: Stepping Into Darkness Kindle Edition
Charting course towards a better life
Charting course towards a better life
Life is short, and there is absolutely, and unequivocally nothing wrong with wanting to live the best life you can. My counselling service exists to help you achieve that.
Dr. David Barton PhD
Counsellor | Provisional Member, NZCCA
PhD (Psychology) | Diploma in Counselling
davidbarton1971@gmail.com
+64 21 137 4491
The Capitol Building, Level 1,
67 Princes Street, Dunedin, 9016
Trusted by Individuals and Organisations
Trusted by Individuals and Organisations
I work with clients through a range of professional referral pathways, including government-funded services, community organisations, and private referrals.
I currently see clients through:
ACC Sensitive Claims
Life Matters Suicide Prevention
Cancer Society
Turning Point Christian Counselling
Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP)
Private Clients
This means I regularly support people with complex, long-standing, and high-impact life experiences — always within a professional, ethical, and trauma-informed framework.
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