Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Auckland

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Kriti Soni
Counsellor, MA, MNZAC
Verified Verified
Auckland 1023  (Online Only)
I have always had a passion and desire to help people become the best versions of themselves. I enjoy being the listening ear and the calm place people can come to and just be and share their struggles, but not only that, also celebrate their victories and I count this as a privilege. I have a passion for trauma work, as well as a wide range of other areas including but not limited to working with anxiety, depression, stress and time management, grief and loss, self-esteem and confidence issues.
I have always had a passion and desire to help people become the best versions of themselves. I enjoy being the listening ear and the calm place people can come to and just be and share their struggles, but not only that, also celebrate their victories and I count this as a privilege. I have a passion for trauma work, as well as a wide range of other areas including but not limited to working with anxiety, depression, stress and time management, grief and loss, self-esteem and confidence issues.
020 4003 2063 View 020 4003 2063
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Marie Franklin
Psychotherapist, MPsych, PBANZ
Verified Verified
Auckland 0626
I’m a psychotherapist passionate about supporting mental and emotional well-being. I specialise in trauma, neurodiversity, and mood related challenges.such as anxiety and depression. I’m particularly interested in supporting mothers. I love discovering what holds a person back from living their dreams and realising their potential . I’m a humanitarian at heart, having had the privilege of working with people from diverse ethnicities from a refugee background. I work with relationship issues including working with couples, as well as supporting people with low self esteem. I practice ecotherapy, where nature assists in the healing!
I’m a psychotherapist passionate about supporting mental and emotional well-being. I specialise in trauma, neurodiversity, and mood related challenges.such as anxiety and depression. I’m particularly interested in supporting mothers. I love discovering what holds a person back from living their dreams and realising their potential . I’m a humanitarian at heart, having had the privilege of working with people from diverse ethnicities from a refugee background. I work with relationship issues including working with couples, as well as supporting people with low self esteem. I practice ecotherapy, where nature assists in the healing!
0800 627 050 x41 View 0800 627 050 x41
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Simon Banks
Psychotherapist, MA, PBANZ
Verified Verified
Auckland 0624
Together we would explore your history, your family of origin, your way of being in relationship (your attachment style) and also any trauma (defining trauma as anything that was too overwhelming to feel alone).
I work with Individuals and Couples. With individuals it is an integrated approach through an attachment/nervous system/trauma lens. With couples, I am a PACT level 2 therapist which layers over how I work with individuals. You will find a safe, non-judgemental and accepting environment where you will have a confidential space to bring whatever you would like to work through at a pace and depth that feels safe to you.
Together we would explore your history, your family of origin, your way of being in relationship (your attachment style) and also any trauma (defining trauma as anything that was too overwhelming to feel alone).
I work with Individuals and Couples. With individuals it is an integrated approach through an attachment/nervous system/trauma lens. With couples, I am a PACT level 2 therapist which layers over how I work with individuals. You will find a safe, non-judgemental and accepting environment where you will have a confidential space to bring whatever you would like to work through at a pace and depth that feels safe to you.
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Marinda Grimbeek
Psychologist, MPsych
Verified Verified
Auckland 2010
I enjoy to be part of people’s lives in a variety of areas such as trauma, attachments, emotional difficulties (depression, anxiety, anger, stress), relationships.
In our current world people are expected to enter into a competitive and turbulent world of rapid changes. Skills that are needed would be flexibility, versatility, innovation, creativity, self motivation (to enable a person to make his or her own choices and act on them) social skills (this includes respecting one self as well as understanding and respecting others and their values and cultures), emotionally competent (to be compassionate towards others, to understand and manage uncomfortable emotions), courage and coand confidence (to be responsible to be able to learn from their mistakes and to keep on trying).
I enjoy to be part of people’s lives in a variety of areas such as trauma, attachments, emotional difficulties (depression, anxiety, anger, stress), relationships.
In our current world people are expected to enter into a competitive and turbulent world of rapid changes. Skills that are needed would be flexibility, versatility, innovation, creativity, self motivation (to enable a person to make his or her own choices and act on them) social skills (this includes respecting one self as well as understanding and respecting others and their values and cultures), emotionally competent (to be compassionate towards others, to understand and manage uncomfortable emotions), courage and coand confidence (to be responsible to be able to learn from their mistakes and to keep on trying).
0800 627 050 x60 View 0800 627 050 x60
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The Global Therapy Room
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Verified Verified
Auckland 1052
Waitlist for new clients
As a Woman Of Colour and BIPOC therapist, I aim to continue uncomfortable conversations about race, diversity, and cultural trauma - brought on by historical injustices, discrimination, colonialism, slavery and racial hierarchy.
On Maternity Leave: 08/04/24 until mid-August '24. Kia ora, welcome. I offer online Art Therapy, Psychotherapy and Mental Health Counselling to clients from various parts of the globe. I work Online, Phone call, Text / WhatsApp, face-to-face in Parnell (waitlist) and Walk & Talk sessions in Mt Eden, Mt Roskill and Royal Oak areas. My work uses tools and skills covering a range of psychodynamic and integrative practices; ACT, Play/Creative Therapy modalities and behavioural methods, such as DBT and CBT. I prefer to understand how clients are struggling and work adaptively to suit their needs, neuro-capabilities and personality.
As a Woman Of Colour and BIPOC therapist, I aim to continue uncomfortable conversations about race, diversity, and cultural trauma - brought on by historical injustices, discrimination, colonialism, slavery and racial hierarchy.
On Maternity Leave: 08/04/24 until mid-August '24. Kia ora, welcome. I offer online Art Therapy, Psychotherapy and Mental Health Counselling to clients from various parts of the globe. I work Online, Phone call, Text / WhatsApp, face-to-face in Parnell (waitlist) and Walk & Talk sessions in Mt Eden, Mt Roskill and Royal Oak areas. My work uses tools and skills covering a range of psychodynamic and integrative practices; ACT, Play/Creative Therapy modalities and behavioural methods, such as DBT and CBT. I prefer to understand how clients are struggling and work adaptively to suit their needs, neuro-capabilities and personality.
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Hannah Orpin
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Auckland 0632  (Online Only)
Hannah also has a keen interest in trauma-informed approaches including Somatic Trauma Therapy.
Hannah is both Australian and New Zealand Māori psychologist (Ngāi Tahu and Ngāti Kahungunu). After moving from New Zealand, Hannah spent a significant portion of her career working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Hannah's work across both countries enables her to provide a culturally safe space for effective and enjoyable therapy. Hannah works with adolescents and adults across a range of issues, and have a special interest in post traumatic stress disorder, abuse, borderline personality disorder, unexplained medical symptoms, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.
Hannah also has a keen interest in trauma-informed approaches including Somatic Trauma Therapy.
Hannah is both Australian and New Zealand Māori psychologist (Ngāi Tahu and Ngāti Kahungunu). After moving from New Zealand, Hannah spent a significant portion of her career working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Hannah's work across both countries enables her to provide a culturally safe space for effective and enjoyable therapy. Hannah works with adolescents and adults across a range of issues, and have a special interest in post traumatic stress disorder, abuse, borderline personality disorder, unexplained medical symptoms, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.
0800 327 477 View 0800 327 477
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Katarina Nilsen
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Auckland 1021
I work a lot with people experiencing anxiety, life transitions and adjustment to change, as well as people who are dealing with attachment related anxiety, trauma and healing from abusive relationships.
I am compassionate about providing a supportive and healing environment, where people can feel comfortable enough to get the help they need. I enjoy working holistically and believe that to best understand people, it is importing to consider my clients unique context and the many different factors that influences their wellbeing.
I work a lot with people experiencing anxiety, life transitions and adjustment to change, as well as people who are dealing with attachment related anxiety, trauma and healing from abusive relationships.
I am compassionate about providing a supportive and healing environment, where people can feel comfortable enough to get the help they need. I enjoy working holistically and believe that to best understand people, it is importing to consider my clients unique context and the many different factors that influences their wellbeing.
0800 627 024 x30 View 0800 627 024 x30
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Hana Counselling and Education Limited
Counsellor, MA, NZAC - Provisional
Verified Verified
Auckland 1071
Ai is an ACC Registered Trauma Therapist, EAP therapist, EMDR therapist,Mental health first aid instructor, Domestic violence and LTBTQIA+ advocate, NZAC qualified counsellor and social worker (Registered both in New Zealand and Japan). Ai can undertake counselling in either English or Japanese. Ai works with groups and individuals including, adults, children and adolescents. My experts are trauma, loss& grief,mental health, addiction, domestic violence, suicidal intervention, and LGBTQ+. Ai is a member of Auckland Rainbow Trust, and has a strong passion for helping queer clients, their whānau, and the community.
Ai is an ACC Registered Trauma Therapist, EAP therapist, EMDR therapist,Mental health first aid instructor, Domestic violence and LTBTQIA+ advocate, NZAC qualified counsellor and social worker (Registered both in New Zealand and Japan). Ai can undertake counselling in either English or Japanese. Ai works with groups and individuals including, adults, children and adolescents. My experts are trauma, loss& grief,mental health, addiction, domestic violence, suicidal intervention, and LGBTQ+. Ai is a member of Auckland Rainbow Trust, and has a strong passion for helping queer clients, their whānau, and the community.
0800 627 003 x80 View 0800 627 003 x80
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Fune Hui
Psychotherapist, PBANZ
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Auckland 1024
I am a registered psychotherapist who works with adults and adolescents in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship struggles, self-esteem and belonging, spirituality, difficulties caused by cultural differences, personal growth, and the realisation of dreams. I aim to help you understand various ways that may influence your relationship with yourself and others. Over time, by exploring the past with an attitude of kind curiosity and raising your awareness and understanding of yourself, the aim is to free you to be more yourself.
I am a registered psychotherapist who works with adults and adolescents in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship struggles, self-esteem and belonging, spirituality, difficulties caused by cultural differences, personal growth, and the realisation of dreams. I aim to help you understand various ways that may influence your relationship with yourself and others. Over time, by exploring the past with an attitude of kind curiosity and raising your awareness and understanding of yourself, the aim is to free you to be more yourself.
0800 627 004 x56 View 0800 627 004 x56
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Guy Johnson
Counsellor, MNZAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Auckland 1021
If you are going through the challenges of grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship difficulties, or are simply seeking to understand yourself more deeply in some way, please reach out, support is here.
If you are going through the challenges of grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship difficulties, or are simply seeking to understand yourself more deeply in some way, please reach out, support is here.
0800 447 359 x98 View 0800 447 359 x98
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Hilary Jackson: GoodTherapy
Counsellor, MNZAC
Verified Verified
Auckland 0604
Are you troubled by Stress, Hopelessness, Anxiety, Depression or Confusion? ​ Grieving the loss of someone or something? ​ Has Trauma burdened you with ongoing distress? ​ Do you wish to Create Change in any aspect of life or living? Come talk....
Are you troubled by Stress, Hopelessness, Anxiety, Depression or Confusion? ​ Grieving the loss of someone or something? ​ Has Trauma burdened you with ongoing distress? ​ Do you wish to Create Change in any aspect of life or living? Come talk....
0800 447 359 x53 View 0800 447 359 x53
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Sunitha Ramnarayan
Counsellor, NZCCA
Verified Verified
Auckland 0632
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, self harm, trauma, family issues and couples counselling I have experience with highly functioning highly anxious clients, as well as emigration challenges and marginalised communities.
It’s my privilege to come alongside and help restore wellbeing. My clients include teenagers, young adults, couples, families and older adults seeking healing and restoration. I am interested in how our bodies, minds, souls and spirit all give wisdoms and healing. I use both body focused “bottom up” and cognitive methods “top down “ modalities of therapy to integrate a fully inclusive healing journey. My ethos is founded on a Strength based Person Centred counselling. My method of engagement in therapeutic relationships is deeply respectful of your own wisdoms and strengths, offering a collaboration where we learn from each other.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, self harm, trauma, family issues and couples counselling I have experience with highly functioning highly anxious clients, as well as emigration challenges and marginalised communities.
It’s my privilege to come alongside and help restore wellbeing. My clients include teenagers, young adults, couples, families and older adults seeking healing and restoration. I am interested in how our bodies, minds, souls and spirit all give wisdoms and healing. I use both body focused “bottom up” and cognitive methods “top down “ modalities of therapy to integrate a fully inclusive healing journey. My ethos is founded on a Strength based Person Centred counselling. My method of engagement in therapeutic relationships is deeply respectful of your own wisdoms and strengths, offering a collaboration where we learn from each other.
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Vanessa Trajano
Counsellor, PsychD, MNZAC
Verified Verified
Auckland 0632
Extensive clinical training and practice, in a psychodynamic and trauma informed approach and posteriorly integrating essential evidence based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), with an Attachment-Based orientation.
I've been practicing in the field of clinical psychology for over 14 years, along with different clinical contexts, I had opportunity to work with mood and anxiety disorders , trauma, complex trauma, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), autism, Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), selective mutism, bullying, suicidal ideation, cycle of domestic violence, addictions, complex grief, adjustment/anxiety related to retirement and immigration, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, attachment-based family interventions. All cases varied in age groups
Extensive clinical training and practice, in a psychodynamic and trauma informed approach and posteriorly integrating essential evidence based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), with an Attachment-Based orientation.
I've been practicing in the field of clinical psychology for over 14 years, along with different clinical contexts, I had opportunity to work with mood and anxiety disorders , trauma, complex trauma, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), autism, Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), selective mutism, bullying, suicidal ideation, cycle of domestic violence, addictions, complex grief, adjustment/anxiety related to retirement and immigration, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, attachment-based family interventions. All cases varied in age groups
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North Shore Psychology
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Auckland 0626
I am passionate about EMDR as an internationally recognised treatment for single and more complex trauma as it does not require the sharing of detailed trauma information if this is a barrier to engagement in therapy.
Hi, my name is Mette Hansen-Reid. I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with 18 years local and international experience working in adult mental health in the community, inpatient, and forensic settings. I am passionate about helping others and provide a safe and confidential space for my clients to share their stories and experiences. Born in Wanganui, and raised in rural Taranaki, I value time spent with family, exploring the outdoors, and travelling internationally.
I am passionate about EMDR as an internationally recognised treatment for single and more complex trauma as it does not require the sharing of detailed trauma information if this is a barrier to engagement in therapy.
Hi, my name is Mette Hansen-Reid. I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with 18 years local and international experience working in adult mental health in the community, inpatient, and forensic settings. I am passionate about helping others and provide a safe and confidential space for my clients to share their stories and experiences. Born in Wanganui, and raised in rural Taranaki, I value time spent with family, exploring the outdoors, and travelling internationally.
0800 627 050 x56 View 0800 627 050 x56
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Fernando Mendes de Barros
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
Auckland 0622
Specialisations: Mental Health, Burnout, Anxiety, Depression, Life Changes, Trauma, Motivation, Sleep, Addiction, Post traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Bullying and Assertiveness, Behaviour Change, Grief and Loss, Chronic Pain, Specific Phobias, Work Related Stress, and Relationship issues.
Specialisations: Mental Health, Burnout, Anxiety, Depression, Life Changes, Trauma, Motivation, Sleep, Addiction, Post traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Bullying and Assertiveness, Behaviour Change, Grief and Loss, Chronic Pain, Specific Phobias, Work Related Stress, and Relationship issues.
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Janette Symes
MSc
Verified Verified
Auckland 1011  (Online Only)
I have many years experience of working with clients experiencing distress and emotional dysregulation, along with trauma.
I integrate a variety of therapies to work collaboratively to address each client’s specific issues. This may range from dealing with anxiety to grief, depression to trauma, emotional or relationship issues, or long-term health conditions. The therapies can help people develop enhanced coping skills to deal with the negative experiences that life throws at us. It gives people the opportunity to work through trauma, recognise strengths and gain skills to manage extreme emotions, improve relationships, and enjoy a life that is in line with their values.
I have many years experience of working with clients experiencing distress and emotional dysregulation, along with trauma.
I integrate a variety of therapies to work collaboratively to address each client’s specific issues. This may range from dealing with anxiety to grief, depression to trauma, emotional or relationship issues, or long-term health conditions. The therapies can help people develop enhanced coping skills to deal with the negative experiences that life throws at us. It gives people the opportunity to work through trauma, recognise strengths and gain skills to manage extreme emotions, improve relationships, and enjoy a life that is in line with their values.
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Claire Thompson
Counsellor, MNZAC
Verified Verified
Auckland 2014
I’m an EFT emotional freedom technique (tapping) practitioner for trauma, grief, anxiety, addictions, abuse.
Face to face (Auckland), online and phone appointments are available NZ and world wide.
I’m an EFT emotional freedom technique (tapping) practitioner for trauma, grief, anxiety, addictions, abuse.
Face to face (Auckland), online and phone appointments are available NZ and world wide.
0800 627 003 x95 View 0800 627 003 x95
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Philip Yazbek
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Auckland 1071
I am a registered Psychologist, currently practising in predominantly Central East Auckland, I am a relational therapist and integrate Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) as my main modality in therapy because it is so versatile, is trauma-informed and very resource-based. I interweave it with other modalities such as Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical behavioural Therapy and others.
I am a registered Psychologist, currently practising in predominantly Central East Auckland, I am a relational therapist and integrate Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) as my main modality in therapy because it is so versatile, is trauma-informed and very resource-based. I interweave it with other modalities such as Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical behavioural Therapy and others.
0800 627 004 x61 View 0800 627 004 x61
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Michelle Lu
Psychotherapist, PBANZ
Verified Verified
Auckland 1052  (Online Only)
I worked within the hospital system (ADHB) to learn about the physical manifestation of stress, anxiety, depression, CPTSD, PTSD, intergenerational trauma, body dysmorphia, racial conflict, cross-cultural conflict, and more.
Kia ora, welcome, and 你好! Psychotherapy starts with a wish to discover the lost or submerged parts of the self, or to understand why events, situations, and relationships result in heartbreak, disappointment, frustration, annoyance, etc., or to change a pattern within yourself and your behaviour or a dynamic with others. To start this soulful exploration together takes commitment, courage, and curiosity. I hope to venture with you together, by providing a sensitive, kind, confidential, connective space.
I worked within the hospital system (ADHB) to learn about the physical manifestation of stress, anxiety, depression, CPTSD, PTSD, intergenerational trauma, body dysmorphia, racial conflict, cross-cultural conflict, and more.
Kia ora, welcome, and 你好! Psychotherapy starts with a wish to discover the lost or submerged parts of the self, or to understand why events, situations, and relationships result in heartbreak, disappointment, frustration, annoyance, etc., or to change a pattern within yourself and your behaviour or a dynamic with others. To start this soulful exploration together takes commitment, courage, and curiosity. I hope to venture with you together, by providing a sensitive, kind, confidential, connective space.
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Monique Chasteau - Brainwise Therapy
MCouns
Verified Verified
Auckland 0632
Waitlist for new clients
A few therapy appointments with me can help to get you through a specific situation such as a traumatic loss, injury, relationship crisis or a major decision. We can also transform deeper problems, such as mood issues, unresolved trauma, or school, work, family stress with longer term work together. I recognize you are investing in therapy and the intention is that we quickly identify the difficulties you bring and give you strategies to improve your life. Many people value the relationship we build and come back for top-ups of support when needed, either face to face or online.
A few therapy appointments with me can help to get you through a specific situation such as a traumatic loss, injury, relationship crisis or a major decision. We can also transform deeper problems, such as mood issues, unresolved trauma, or school, work, family stress with longer term work together. I recognize you are investing in therapy and the intention is that we quickly identify the difficulties you bring and give you strategies to improve your life. Many people value the relationship we build and come back for top-ups of support when needed, either face to face or online.
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When should I seek treatment for trauma?

Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.

How long does trauma therapy take?

Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.

What happens if trauma is left untreated?

Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.

Can PTSD come back after treatment?

It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.