Dr Mona Ghanbari

Mona completed her PhD in Cognitive Psychology at Massey University in Auckland, New Zealand, focusing on neuro assessment and mindfulness. Her expertise lies in the psychological assessment and treatment of a diverse range of challenges faced by children, youth, and young adults. These challenges include Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Trauma, Emotional Dysregulation, Depression, and Anxiety Disorder. She previously served as an acute intervention provider for the New Zealand Ministry of Education (MoE), working with clients dealing with behavioural and socio-emotional challenges, as well as various mental health disorders.

Mona's clientele represents diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, including Middle Eastern, Asian, Pākehā, Māori, and Pacific clients, along with their whānau/family. Additionally, she holds the distinction of being the first registered psychologist in New Zealand who is fluent in speaking Persian/Farsi.

Mona finds the field of psychology fascinating due to its nuanced nature—there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Different explanations and approaches to understanding human behaviour exist, influenced by various individual and societal factors.

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