Ajita Grace | Counsellor

Written By Richard Ram

Ajita Grace| Counsellor

My approach is client centred, strength-based and trauma-informed. I provide a safe, non-judgmental and supportive space. I am flexible and sensitive in using whatever is appropriate for client’s needs.

I have specialised in mindfulness therapies – in particular Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). ACT is a mindfulness cognitive behavioural therapy that allows you to accept your internal experiences mindfully and compassionately, as well as gain the clarity to act on your deepest values. I enjoy working alongside people, helping them to connect to their own inner wisdom and inner peace. I also teach mindfulness meditation courses on-line. I run an ACC trauma-informed mindfulness meditation course for women who have sensitive claims.  

I have worked mainly with women in the areas of sexual harm, family violence, anxiety and depression. I incorporate a feminist lens when working with women harmed by sexual violence and family violence. I find it is vital to include awareness of the social context of violence and social conditioning - to support both empowerment and compassion for survivors of abuse.

I have a private practice as a counsellor, meditation teacher, mindfulness mentor and supervisor.

I have been a practitioner of Eastern meditation practices over the past 40 years. I have studied with Buddhist teachers since 2005 and I have found Buddhist psychology has added a depth of wisdom to the mindfulness interventions used in my counselling practice.

Client types

Adults, Young people

Practice Location

  • Online

  • Face to face

  • Thames

Contact

To contact Ajita email: referrals@yourfocus.co.nz

Counselling Therapy Services

  • Client Centred Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

  • Solution Focused Therapy

  • Inner child/Parts work

  • Trauma Informed Mindfulness Interventions

  • Email for information about Mindfulness courses I offer online.

Appointments

Mon – Fri  (9.30am – 3.30pm)

Registration and Professional membership

  • NZAC (New Zealand Association of Counsellors)

  • ACC registered

Qualifications

  • B.Soc.Sci.(psych)/Grad.Dip.Counselling

  • Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher (MMTCP)

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