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Canterbury Men's Centre
Mental Health Service, Social, Addiction, Gambling Harm, Sexual Harm, Abuse and Violence Support
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Description
The Canterbury Men’s Centre is based in Christchurch and aims to take care of men in Canterbury.
We also do direct support for men that have been harmed by sexual abuse and trauma.
Ages
Adult / Pakeke
Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Contact us
Contact us for non judgemental support and advice from our caring team of skilled professionals.
Make an appointment
Referral
Walk in
Website / App
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Fees apply, Free, Partial fees apply
Fees and Charges Description
We use a sliding scale and accept Work and Income Disability Allowance (WINZ) clients. We haven’t turned away any client unable to pay.
Peer Support Service for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse is free.
Hours
| Mon – Thu | 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
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| Fri | 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM |
The above hours are our office hours.
Our counsellors times vary - please contact us to discuss.
Public Holidays: Closed Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (3 Apr), Easter Sunday (5 Apr), Easter Monday (6 Apr), ANZAC Day (observed) (27 Apr), King's Birthday (1 Jun), Matariki (10 Jul), Labour Day (26 Oct), Canterbury Anniversary (13 Nov).
Christmas: Closed 22 Dec — 4 Jan. Open 5 Jan — 9 Jan. Open 9 Jan (9:30 AM – 4:30 PM).
Languages Spoken
English, Hindi, Samoan, Swahili (Kiswahili), French, Spanish, Cook Islands Māori
Programmes
We provide counselling and couples counselling to a large variety of men and have other supports available. We have experience with most themes that men live with and after a brief initial meeting match you to the counsellor most likely to work for you. We also take care of men that have experienced sexual trauma. This takes the form of a peer support service, where our crew meet with a man to help them make the most of whatever happened and get on with their lives. We are often a best first stop for those thinking to seek support for ACC counselling etc. We also run several support groups in this regard. Click here for more information. Blokes Books are also a big part of our work.
We provide counselling and couples counselling to a large variety of men and have other supports available. We have experience with most themes that men live with and after a brief initial meeting match you to the counsellor most likely to work for you. We also take care of men that have experienced sexual trauma. This takes the form of a peer support service, where our crew meet with a man to help them make the most of whatever happened and get on with their lives. We are often a best first stop for those thinking to seek support for ACC counselling etc. We also run several support groups in this regard. Click here for more information. Blokes Books are also a big part of our work.
- Programme Areas
Mental health, Other addictions
- Programme Type
Counselling and support, Other addictions counselling and support, Peer support (mental health)
- Regions
Canterbury
- Age Groups
Adult / Pakeke
- Referral Types
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services
Referral Process
You are welcome to send referral info directly to us at counsellor@canmen.org.nz.
For male survivors of sexual abuse please go directly to this page and choose the right way for you to contact us. https://www.canmen.org.nz/male-survivors-canterbury
Description
We provide counselling and couples counselling to a large variety of men and have other supports available. We have experience with most themes that men live with and after a brief initial meeting match you to the counsellor most likely to work for you.
We also take care of men that have experienced sexual trauma. This takes the form of a peer support service, where our crew meet with a man to help them make the most of whatever happened and get on with their lives. We are often a best first stop for those thinking to seek support for ACC counselling etc. We also run several support groups in this regard. Click here for more information.
Blokes Books are also a big part of our work.
Services Provided
We are committed to helping men who have suffered sexual, physical or emotional abuse to discover and sustain their own recovery pathway. We work alongside men, sharing our knowledge and experiences, and moving towards a better future together.
We are committed to helping men who have suffered sexual, physical or emotional abuse to discover and sustain their own recovery pathway. We work alongside men, sharing our knowledge and experiences, and moving towards a better future together.
- Counselling
- Information and support
- Referral to specialist services
We are committed to helping men who have suffered sexual, physical or emotional abuse to discover and sustain their own recovery pathway. We work alongside men, sharing our knowledge and experiences, and moving towards a better future together.
Specialist support for victims and survivors of sexual harm.
Specialist support for victims and survivors of sexual harm.
- Counselling and support
Specialist support for victims and survivors of sexual harm.
ACC Sensitive Claims counselling for victims and survivors of sexual harm.
ACC Sensitive Claims counselling for victims and survivors of sexual harm.
ACC Sensitive Claims counselling for victims and survivors of sexual harm.
Disability Assistance
Assistance to move around, A longer appointment time, Support to make decisions, More space to move around, Quiet, low sensory environment
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Phone, Online / virtual / app, Speak with women / wahine, Speak with men / tane, LGBTQIA+ friendly
Document Downloads
- Our fees for 2025 (PDF, 123.7 KB)
Parking
On Site Free Parking
Region
Canterbury
Website
Contact Details
21 Marshland Road, Shirley, Christchurch
Canterbury
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Phone
(03) 365 9000
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Mobile
022 302 4966 (sms only)
Email
Website
21 Marshland Road
Shirley
Christchurch
Canterbury 8061
Street Address
21 Marshland Road
Shirley
Christchurch
Canterbury 8061
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This page was last updated at 2:29PM on November 25, 2025. This information is reviewed and edited by Canterbury Men's Centre.