
Matt brings deep expertise, along with curiosity, creativity and a genuine care for people to his work.
Emily Preston, Innovation Lead
Ember Korowai Takitini
Dr Matthew Shepherd
Consultant Clinical Psychologist
DClinPsych, MNZCCP
Matt (Ngāti Tama; he/him) is a consultant clinical psychologist with invaluable skills in bicultural approaches, rangatahi (youth) mental health, and working with groups. Matt is a relatable workshop facilitator as well as offering consultation, professional supervision, and individual support sessions.
Matt brings over two decades of hands-on experience in the wellbeing sector. Beginning as a social worker and family therapist, he then went on to train as a psychologist. Outside of his mahi (work) with our clinic, Matt is now an Associate Professor leading one of New Zealand's clinical psychology training programmes.
Matt has published national and international research on Te Ao Māori approaches to wellbeing and technology in healthcare. He is part of internationally acclaimed wellbeing research and development projects, such as the E-therapy team at the University of Auckland School of Psychological Medicine, and SPARX which was published in the British Medical Journal and received two international awards for digital innovation.
Matt provides a calm and relaxed environment for people to address the challenges they are facing. His approach is down to earth, yet informed by evidence.
Outside of work, Matt is also known to be handy with a guitar! Matt is based in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
Professional Memberships:
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New Zealand Psychologist Board (NZPB)
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New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists (NZCCP)

