Anna Smith

Registered Psychotherapist, Gradudate Diploma in Psychotherapy, Certificate of Counselling

Location : Ponsonby and online
Phone : 027 302 1383
Email : annatherapysmith@gmail.com

About Me : Kia ora, my name is Anna (she/her). I am a psychotherapist working with people from all walks of life who want change and growth but feel unsure where to start. Whether your issue is specific or a general sense that life could be better, I offer a supportive and safe environment to explore what matters to you. Psychotherapy gives you the space to look deeply into how you live now and how your experiences have shaped you. It provides different perspectives so that you feel less bound by old habits and fears and a greater sense of freedom and vitality.

Client Types : Adults.

My Approach : Change is hard and it takes courage and effort. In the first few sessions, we will explore your life and how it has been for you. It's your journey so you set the pace. As we get to know each other better, our work will deepen, and I will encourage you to bring whatever is most important to you. I will listen to your experiences and offer feedback in a considered and empathic way to provide different perspectives, symptom relief, and the opportunity to experiment with new ways of relating and being in the world.

Areas of specialisation : All are welcome. I have experience working with addiction, trauma, issues related to sexuality, gender and relationships, depression and anxiety, eating disorders, workplace issues, and physical and terminal illness.

Issues Covered : ADHD, Adoption, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Breakup & Divorce, Depression, Eating Disorders, Grief & Loss, Loneliness, Migration, Physical Illness, PTSD & Trauma, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Self-Harm, Sex, Sexuality & Gender, Sexual and Physical Abuse, Stress, Suicidality, Toxic Shame, Transitions & Change, Vaginal Pain, Workplace Issues & Redudancy.

Registrations : PBANZ, Rainbow Rōpū

Qualifications : Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy (AUT), Certificate of Counselling (University of London).

Contact Details : For any enquiries or if you would like to book an appointment, you are welcome to contact me via phone at 027 302 1383 or email at annatherapysmith@gmail.com