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Director/Owner of Little Ninjas Ltd

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Anita Johansen
Kia ora my name is Anita Johansen. 

I currently reside in Napier, NZ with my husband Pete and my proudest achievements - my daughters Tiaamana (15), Maarie (11) & Aaria (6). ​
Ko Te Wairoa te awa
​Ko Whakapunake te maunga
​Ko Whaakirangi te marae
​Ko Ngāti Kahungunu te iwi
​Ko Takitimu te waka

Qualifications

I hold a BA (Soc Sci) (Psychology), Masters of Education (EdPsych), PGradDip (EdPsych) and a PGradCert in Rehabilitation (Dual Diagnosis - Mental Health & Addictions).

Current Work

I am currently employed as a Registered Psychologist at the Child  Development Service, HBDHB.
​In my private practice I also
carry out holistic educational assessments for children and youth who are in the Youth Justice system. 
​I am an approved PHO Therapist through Health Care Hawkes Bay.

Work History & Experience

I have worked in a number of settings with children, Youth and their whanau in the past such as; 
  • Based in a High School setting working with children who were at risk of disengaging.
  • A tutor in Alternative Education Programme
  • Ministry of Education (Severe Behaviour Team) for a number of years.
  • Based in a HB Primary School setting in a consultative role providing systems advice as well as behaviour advice and support across four Primary Schools.
  • Various mental health & addiction settings with children, youth & their families including a residential facility for youth and Kaupapa Māori services​
  • Private contract work for the Ministry of Education in Hawkes Bay and the Bay of Plenty.
I am an Accredited Triple P facilitator (Positive Parenting Program).  
I have completed the Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training. 
​I have completed Supervision Training for professionals

Publications

I have three published pieces of work in the areas of Māori, children, youth and behaviour - Publications - Media releases
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