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My passion is to help clients listen to and reflect on symptoms, feelings, the body, and symbols to gain an understanding of underlying themes and patterns. After all, a meaningful life can only start from within.
I enjoy the creativity of integrating different approaches to develop an individualised, holistic treatment plan. I pursue evidence-based practice by considering each client’s unique background and personality, working with congruence and empathy, honouring the therapeutic relationship, and prioritising my own supervision and development.
My name is Anja Botha and I am a Counselling Psychologist based in Tauranga, New Zealand. I have been working therapeutically for more than 20 years, first in South Africa and for the past five years
in New Zealand. I have worked in various settings in my life, including public mental health,
community-based clinics, and private practice. My interest in trauma and resilience led me to
complete a PhD in 2014, followed by further work with adolescents and adults struggling with
trauma, relationships, work and burnout.
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Registration and Membership:
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New Zealand Psychologists Board
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New Zealand Psychological Society
“Each life is a pilgrimage intended to arrive at the center of the pilgrim’s soul.”
~ Michael Meade ~
My Approach
My style in the therapy room is mindful, collaborative and warm, supporting clients to feel accepted and safe. I have a deep respect for the individual psyche and our capacity for growth in the midst of difficulty.
