Skyler Watt is deeply passionate about neurodiversity-affirming practice and enjoys working alongside neurodivergent clients and their families, in ways that are tailored, strengths-based, and practical.
He is a warm, collaborative counselling psychologist who offers a supportive, non-judgmental space to help people make sense of what’s happening, reconnect with their strengths, and develop practical skills for change. He is passionate about accessible, holistic mental health care and enjoys supporting wellbeing, resilience, and sustainable self-care.
A core focus of Skyler’s work is rainbow-affirming practice. He is committed to creating an affirming environment for people of all genders and sexualities and brings a strong understanding of minority stress and the impact of stigma and discrimination on wellbeing.
Skyler takes an integrative, evidence-informed approach, drawing on therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), alongside Motivational Interviewing (MI), DBT-informed skills, and trauma-informed and positive psychology approaches.
He is also committed to Te Tiriti-informed, culturally safe practice, and has experience working with Māori, Pasifika, and Asian clients and whānau, incorporating holistic health models such as Te Whare Tapa Whā and the Meihana Model alongside Western psychological approaches.
Professional Qualifications
· Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology, Auckland University of Technology
· Master of Health Science (Psychology), First Class, Auckland University of Technology
· Bachelor of Health Science (Psychology) (Honours), First Class, Auckland University of Technology
· Graduate Diploma in Health Science (Psychology), Auckland University of Technology
· Bachelor of International Studies, Double Minor in Psychology and Japanese
Registration & Memberships
· New Zealand Psychologists Board (NZPB) – Intern Counselling Psychologist
