'SYNTHESIS': THE GOAL OF INTEGRATING THE PARTS OF ONE'S SELF INTO A WELL-FUNCTIONING WHOLE, BRINGING BALANCE AND MEANING.

Synthesis Therapy is the practice of Cian Kerrisk, a Therapist, Counsellor, and Clinical Supervisor with over 18 years of experience. Cian works from practice rooms in Titirangi, in the Auckland region. Online Zoom or Skype sessions are also available for clients from any location. 

Cian offers Longer-term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Brief Counselling, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, as well as Couples Counselling.               His therapeutic approach is a 'synthesis' of Relational Psychoanalytic, Humanistic, and Cognitive Behavioural Modalities. 

Cian works with men and women all of ages, with adolescents, and with couples. He has extensive experience assisting with a wide range of issues and concerns,  and has specialist training and clinical experience in the following:

Addictions (Drugs/Alcohol/Gambling)

Anxiety Disorders & Sleep Problems

Interpersonal & Relationship Problems

Recovery from Trauma, Violence, Abuse

Grief, Loss & Change, Death & Dying

Depression & Mental Health Concerns 

Self Esteem, Identity, Search for Meaning 

Immigration & Cultural Adaptation 

Work/Study Stress, Burnout, Life Purpose