We work with:

• Children & Adolescents

• Adults & Older Adults

• Families & Couples

• Parents in Separation or Co-Parenting

• Individuals Recovering from Trauma or Domestic Violence

• Immigrants & Cross-Cultural Clients

Population:

• Individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, and adults

• Diverse cultural, linguistic, and social backgrounds

  Language:

  Languages:
  Clients can receive support in English and Japanese. We also have practitioners who speak Cantonese, Chinese (Mandarin), and German.

Our treatment approach combines evidence-based therapies and creative modalities to support your mental health and wellbeing.

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)
  Evidence-based trauma therapy supporting the brain’s natural healing process.

• CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
  Changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours to improve wellbeing.

• Dance Movement Therapy (DMT)
  Healing through movement, body awareness, and emotional expression.

• Zen Art Therapy
  Creative mindfulness that integrates Eastern philosophy and artistic expression.

• Art & Expressive Therapies
  Using creative tools to explore emotions when words are not enough.

• Naikan Therapy
  Japanese reflective practice focused on gratitude, responsibility, and connection.

• Morita Therapy
  Acceptance-based therapy that encourages action aligned with life values.

• Trauma-Informed Counselling
  A gentle, safe approach that honours your pace and lived experiences.

• ACC-Focused Trauma Treatment
  Support for clients recovering from trauma, aligned with ACC funding and requirements.

• Mindfulness & Somatic Approaches
  Nervous system regulation through breath, grounding, and present-moment awareness.

• Family Systems & Attachment-Based Approach
  Understanding relational patterns to strengthen emotional connections.

• Strengths-Based & Person-Centred Therapy
  Empowering clients to activate their own strengths and resources for change.

• Personalized, holistic care that integrates mind, body, and spirit

• Evidence-based & culturally sensitive methods for meaningful change

• Support for all ages and backgrounds, including children, adolescents, adults, and families

• Safe and inclusive environment for LGBTQIA+ clients and diverse communities

• Flexible sessions: in-person at Mission Bay, Auckland, or online

• A warm, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can share at your own pace

• A collaborative plan tailored to your goals, needs, and comfort level

• Flexible use of talk therapy, mindfulness, EMDR, and creative therapies depending on what is most helpful for you

• Culturally informed care, respecting your identity, background, and personal journey

The type of intervention offered is determined by the developmental stage of the child and their presenting clinical needs. A comprehensive range of evidence-based modalities is available for children and adolescents, including:

• Talk Therapy

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

• Art Therapy

• Dance Movement Therapy (DMT)

Specialist Interventions provided by Director Ai:

• Parent Management Training (PMT): An empirically supported behavioral intervention that equips parents with strategies to modify child behavior within the home setting through contingency management. PMT emphasizes strengthening parent–child relationships, enhancing communication, and developing effective monitoring and supervision practices. Evidence indicates its efficacy in reducing disruptive behavior disorders in children (Kazdin, 1997; Forgatch & Patterson, 2010).

• Problem-Solving Skills Training (PSST): A cognitive-behavioral intervention designed to address deficits and distortions in children’s social problem-solving processes. This structured approach facilitates accurate appraisal of social interactions, challenges maladaptive attributions regarding peers’ intentions, fosters empathy, and promotes the generation of adaptive, prosocial solutions. Research demonstrates that PSST contributes to reductions in aggressive behavior and improvements in peer relationships (D’Zurilla & Goldfried, 1971; Kazdin et al., 1987).

Ai’s current research examines the association between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and family harm, including domestic violence, with a specific focus on cultural and spiritual determinants. This research builds on a substantial body of evidence linking ACEs to long-term mental health, behavioral, and relational outcomes (Felitti et al., 1998; Hughes et al., 2017). Ai’s clinical practice and research are underpinned by a commitment to strengthening individual resilience, enhancing family functioning, and promoting community wellbeing through therapeutic, group-based, and community-based interventions.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a trauma-focused therapy that helps people process distressing memories and experiences. Using guided eye movements or other bilateral stimulation, EMDR helps the brain reprocess traumatic memories, reducing their emotional intensity and supporting healthier coping. It’s effective for trauma, PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, and related challenges.

Please visit EMDR page to learn more about EMDR

Q: What can I expect in a counselling session?
A: Sessions are safe, confidential, and client-centered. You’ll have space to share your thoughts and feelings at your own pace, explore your experiences, and work collaboratively with Ai to develop strategies for healing and personal growth.

Q: Who can benefit from counselling?
A: Individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, and adults can benefit. We also support people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and welcome clients seeking help for mental health, trauma, relationship issues, parenting challenges, grief, neurodiversity, or personal development.

Q: How long is a session?
A: Standard sessions are 45–50 minutes, but this can be tailored depending on your needs and goals.

Q: Can counselling be done online?
A: Yes! We offer online sessions as well as in-person sessions at Mission Bay, Auckland, so you can access support wherever you are.

Q: Do I need to have prior counselling experience?
A: No experience is needed. Counselling is for anyone who wants support, insight, or guidance, whether it’s your first time or you’ve had therapy before.

Q: How is counselling tailored to my needs?
A: Ai uses a holistic and flexible approach, drawing on evidence-based therapies, EMDR, mindfulness, and creative modalities like Dance Movement Therapy. Every plan is personalized based on your goals, comfort level, and background.

Funding lists:

EAP service (Please contact your company manager if your company has the EAP service for you)

ACC (Sensitive claim / Trauma) : funding

Aoake Te Ra: Individuals and whānau bereaved by suicide at any stage in their life who would benefit from a brief therapeutic response focused on bereavement by suicide.

WINZ (Please contact WINZ by yourself)

Otherwise, please use Hana counselling private service.

$150 (exc GST)