Grace is a Counselling Psychologist, originally from Brazil and has been living in New Zealand for the past 22 years. Her practice is derived from a holistic approach, which aims to empower individuals by giving them the tools and understanding of personal circumstances to create a more enjoyable and fulfilling life.

She has a special interest in working with anxiety, stress and burnout, self-esteem, relationship difficulties and chronic health related issues.

Grace is also committed to providing a non-judgemental environment for her clients so they feel valued and supported.

Her main therapeutic techniques are Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Strategies, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) with strong emphasis on self-care and self-compassion.

Experience

Grace has worked in both the private and public health sectors and sees adults, adolescents, and children for a range of difficulties including, but not limited to:

Anxiety (panic, generalised anxiety, social anxiety, agoraphobia, obsessive compulsive disorder)
Depression and low mood
Trauma
Stress and burn out
Adjustment difficulties
Anger
Self-esteem
Sleep difficulties
Grief and loss
Autism
Addiction
Eating disorders
Relationship difficulties
Chronic health related issues
Life transitions

Qualifications

Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology
Master of Sciences in Counselling Psychology
Master of Sciences in Health Psychology
Post Graduate Diploma in Health Psychology
Bachelor of Arts (extended major in Psychology)

Professional Memberships

Registered with New Zealand Psychologist Board.
Member of New Zealand Psychological Society

Contracts

Work and Income
National Hauora Coalition
Primary Health Organisation
EAP Prima Careers

Contact

To make an appointment, or if you have any questions, feel free to contact Grace on either phone number 021 42 49 51, or an email to grace@richmondpsychology.co.nz