Male Therapists in Gauteng
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Are you feeling stressed, lonely, angry, fearful or depressed? Are you struggling to achieve your goals and cope with your daily life? And, would you like to start living a fulfilling life with purpose and support? If you've answered yes to any of the above Please feel free to contact me to find out more about how I can assist you achieve your goals & improve your relationship with your partner, parents, colleagues or friends. I am a mental health practitioner & Accoucheur; I have special interest in assisting individuals and couples with: Counselling, emotional support, sexual and reproductive Wellness
Are you feeling stressed, lonely, angry, fearful or depressed? Are you struggling to achieve your goals and cope with your daily life? And, would you like to start living a fulfilling life with purpose and support? If you've answered yes to any of the above Please feel free to contact me to find out more about how I can assist you achieve your goals & improve your relationship with your partner, parents, colleagues or friends. I am a mental health practitioner & Accoucheur; I have special interest in assisting individuals and couples with: Counselling, emotional support, sexual and reproductive Wellness
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Dr. Curwyn Mapaling
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Randburg 2194 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is grounded in a holistic, client-centered, perspective. I believe that every individual is unique, and therefore, one-size-fits-all solutions do not suffice, especially in South Africa. Through collaboration, empathy, and tailored treatment plans, I help my clients gain insights and tools they need to lead a more fulfilling life.
My approach to therapy is grounded in a holistic, client-centered, perspective. I believe that every individual is unique, and therefore, one-size-fits-all solutions do not suffice, especially in South Africa. Through collaboration, empathy, and tailored treatment plans, I help my clients gain insights and tools they need to lead a more fulfilling life.
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In my practice, I work with a diverse range of clients navigating complex life challenges. From adolescents grappling with identity crises to university students balancing academic pressures, social expectations, and personal growth into adulthood, to young professionals juggling the demands of the corporate and work world. I also assist individuals grappling with depression, grief, suicidality, anxiety, substance use, and low self-esteem, as well as those coping with the enduring impacts of trauma. Furthermore, I help individuals overcome relationship challenges and cultivate healthier connections. My approach is client-centred.
In my practice, I work with a diverse range of clients navigating complex life challenges. From adolescents grappling with identity crises to university students balancing academic pressures, social expectations, and personal growth into adulthood, to young professionals juggling the demands of the corporate and work world. I also assist individuals grappling with depression, grief, suicidality, anxiety, substance use, and low self-esteem, as well as those coping with the enduring impacts of trauma. Furthermore, I help individuals overcome relationship challenges and cultivate healthier connections. My approach is client-centred.
Welcome to Siweya Wellness, where we recognise that mental health is a cornerstone of overall well-being, influencing every aspect of our lives from our relationships to our finances. Our mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based psychological services that empower individuals to lead fulfilling, balanced lives. Our team of qualified and empathetic therapists specialises in a wide range of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioural therapy, trauma-informed care, and solution-focused therapy.
Welcome to Siweya Wellness, where we recognise that mental health is a cornerstone of overall well-being, influencing every aspect of our lives from our relationships to our finances. Our mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based psychological services that empower individuals to lead fulfilling, balanced lives. Our team of qualified and empathetic therapists specialises in a wide range of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioural therapy, trauma-informed care, and solution-focused therapy.
Richard is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges, achieve personal growth, and unlocking their potential. He holds a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Bergamo, (Milan), Italy. His academic background and work equips him with a deep understanding of human behavior, psychological processes, and therapeutic interventions. This knowledge and approach, allows him to blend traditional psychological principles with practical strategies for real-world application.
Richard is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges, achieve personal growth, and unlocking their potential. He holds a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Bergamo, (Milan), Italy. His academic background and work equips him with a deep understanding of human behavior, psychological processes, and therapeutic interventions. This knowledge and approach, allows him to blend traditional psychological principles with practical strategies for real-world application.
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Nhlayiso Shaun Shiviri
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Midrand 1686
I prefer to work with any individual who is willing to alleviate, and change their current life challenges. Any person currently going through trauma or any personal issues, where one has lost hope and faith and perceive that there is nothing worth more living for. An individual who is failing to adjust into their current circumstances and which is now affecting their daily life routine either professional or personally. With special attention focused on working with the client to address these issues effectively.
I prefer to work with any individual who is willing to alleviate, and change their current life challenges. Any person currently going through trauma or any personal issues, where one has lost hope and faith and perceive that there is nothing worth more living for. An individual who is failing to adjust into their current circumstances and which is now affecting their daily life routine either professional or personally. With special attention focused on working with the client to address these issues effectively.
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I am a flexible Registered Counsellor, able to assist a wide variety of client needs. I am able to assist client that has a need for Hypnotherapy to help them work through any unresolved/subconscious challenges that they might be facing.
I am a flexible Registered Counsellor, able to assist a wide variety of client needs. I am able to assist client that has a need for Hypnotherapy to help them work through any unresolved/subconscious challenges that they might be facing.
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Tiaan Albert Landman
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garsfontein 0042
Life can be very difficult. The everyday stressors of life can be overwhelming. Unfortunately, people encounter so much more than just these everyday stressors: trauma, violence, loss, discrimination and hate-crimes, to name a few, complicates our experience of being human. My work is to support my client's on their life journey, through insight-based interventions empower them to build a life worth living. You are welcome to read more about me at www.tiaanlandman.co.za
Life can be very difficult. The everyday stressors of life can be overwhelming. Unfortunately, people encounter so much more than just these everyday stressors: trauma, violence, loss, discrimination and hate-crimes, to name a few, complicates our experience of being human. My work is to support my client's on their life journey, through insight-based interventions empower them to build a life worth living. You are welcome to read more about me at www.tiaanlandman.co.za
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Understanding my clients' unique needs is at the heart of my work. I personalize my approach to delve deep into your specific challenges and aspirations, creating tailored therapeutic solutions that align with your goals. What sets me apart is my commitment to evidence-based practices and a safe, empathetic environment. With extensive training in various modalities, I offer insights that are both scientifically grounded and compassionate. My tools and strategies support growth, helping you navigate challenges, capitalize on strengths, and build a fulfilling, dynamic future.
Understanding my clients' unique needs is at the heart of my work. I personalize my approach to delve deep into your specific challenges and aspirations, creating tailored therapeutic solutions that align with your goals. What sets me apart is my commitment to evidence-based practices and a safe, empathetic environment. With extensive training in various modalities, I offer insights that are both scientifically grounded and compassionate. My tools and strategies support growth, helping you navigate challenges, capitalize on strengths, and build a fulfilling, dynamic future.
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Mohammed Uzair Bhamjee
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Saxonwold 2196
I am a dedicated and enthusiastic counseling psychologist with expertise in addressing various forms of trauma. While proficient in diverse therapeutic modalities, I am particularly drawn to the family systems approach and cognitive behavioural therapy. However, I maintain flexibility in assessing and integrating other psychological techniques tailored to individual needs, treatment plans, and therapy objectives. Specialising in trauma/ trauma debriefs and BWRT, My practice in Johannesburg is located in Saxonwold, serving surrounding areas such as Parktown, Rosebank, Houghton and Greenside.
I am a dedicated and enthusiastic counseling psychologist with expertise in addressing various forms of trauma. While proficient in diverse therapeutic modalities, I am particularly drawn to the family systems approach and cognitive behavioural therapy. However, I maintain flexibility in assessing and integrating other psychological techniques tailored to individual needs, treatment plans, and therapy objectives. Specialising in trauma/ trauma debriefs and BWRT, My practice in Johannesburg is located in Saxonwold, serving surrounding areas such as Parktown, Rosebank, Houghton and Greenside.
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Conscious Psychology - Deepesh Dayal
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Parkwood 2193 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Deepesh Dayal, a Counselling Psychologist at Conscious Psychology, offering online therapy. My career was initially in the education field, and from the start of my professional career, I have always been an active community volunteer, across a range of different community projects. This ignited a deep interest in helping people, and pursuing a new path, to become a practising counselling psychologist.
Hi, I’m Deepesh Dayal, a Counselling Psychologist at Conscious Psychology, offering online therapy. My career was initially in the education field, and from the start of my professional career, I have always been an active community volunteer, across a range of different community projects. This ignited a deep interest in helping people, and pursuing a new path, to become a practising counselling psychologist.
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Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairmount 2192
My ideal client seeks to break through limiting, habitual patterns of behaviour. These may be due to deep held fears or limiting/negative core self-beliefs. It presents as anything from Depression, Anxiety and/or addictions to many other conditions in between affecting people in today's challenging world. The goal here is being awake and free from self-sabotaging patterns that stem from deep conditioning and/or traumatic early experiences. I have overseas training in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, and this is my super speciality for over a decade. I help many clients to optimise their Ketamine-infusion (or similar) sessions.
My ideal client seeks to break through limiting, habitual patterns of behaviour. These may be due to deep held fears or limiting/negative core self-beliefs. It presents as anything from Depression, Anxiety and/or addictions to many other conditions in between affecting people in today's challenging world. The goal here is being awake and free from self-sabotaging patterns that stem from deep conditioning and/or traumatic early experiences. I have overseas training in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, and this is my super speciality for over a decade. I help many clients to optimise their Ketamine-infusion (or similar) sessions.
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My name is Monareng Moropa and i am here to say "Own Your Mental health" My role in society as a clinical psychologist is to offer psychotherapy, psychological assessment and counselling services, to individuals, couples and families. In life people go through life experiences that affect them emotionally and how they feel. This lead to them developing some psychological distress, affecting their daily lives. Therefore, the services that i offer will assist in assessing, diagnosing and treating the psychological distress through a conversational dialogue.
My name is Monareng Moropa and i am here to say "Own Your Mental health" My role in society as a clinical psychologist is to offer psychotherapy, psychological assessment and counselling services, to individuals, couples and families. In life people go through life experiences that affect them emotionally and how they feel. This lead to them developing some psychological distress, affecting their daily lives. Therefore, the services that i offer will assist in assessing, diagnosing and treating the psychological distress through a conversational dialogue.
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Hi there and a very warm welcome to you. My approach is committed to providing a confidential, and relaxed space to help individuals process and understand the emotional and psychological difficulties that may be causing you distress. Areas of specialisation include Depression, Anxiety, Addiction, Career guidance, Relationship issues, Neurodiversity, Adjusting to specific disabilities, Stress and Trauma. Please note I currently offer online psychotherapy.
Hi there and a very warm welcome to you. My approach is committed to providing a confidential, and relaxed space to help individuals process and understand the emotional and psychological difficulties that may be causing you distress. Areas of specialisation include Depression, Anxiety, Addiction, Career guidance, Relationship issues, Neurodiversity, Adjusting to specific disabilities, Stress and Trauma. Please note I currently offer online psychotherapy.
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Johan Christiaan Greeff
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Lynnwood Ridge 0081
The art and craft of becoming fully you is not only a gift, but a lifelong journey with many ups and downs. As a result of the volatile world we live in, it is also a challenge that ill bring us to crossroads and tough decisions. Most of us also constantly battle to keep our heads above water. The result of this is stress, burnout, anxiety and depression. We are all in our own way trying to make sense and meaning of all this. I therefore invite you to make an appointment and for us to jointly enter into an exciting and creative journey to author the next chapter in your life story.
The art and craft of becoming fully you is not only a gift, but a lifelong journey with many ups and downs. As a result of the volatile world we live in, it is also a challenge that ill bring us to crossroads and tough decisions. Most of us also constantly battle to keep our heads above water. The result of this is stress, burnout, anxiety and depression. We are all in our own way trying to make sense and meaning of all this. I therefore invite you to make an appointment and for us to jointly enter into an exciting and creative journey to author the next chapter in your life story.
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Lesang Christice Maiketso
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
Roodepoort 1709
All of us have a history. We all have a story to tell. And I provide a space to dwell on your history and find a pleasant way to tell it through transformative storytelling. Your experience is full of rich encounters and needs me to pay attention to. Exploring and unpacking past experiences is not a simple task. To achieve the best counselling outcome, I believe in a collaborative effort between the counsellor and the client. In my presence, you will feel a deeper sense of being understood. I believe it is by being understood and listened to that you’ll reach your true self.
All of us have a history. We all have a story to tell. And I provide a space to dwell on your history and find a pleasant way to tell it through transformative storytelling. Your experience is full of rich encounters and needs me to pay attention to. Exploring and unpacking past experiences is not a simple task. To achieve the best counselling outcome, I believe in a collaborative effort between the counsellor and the client. In my presence, you will feel a deeper sense of being understood. I believe it is by being understood and listened to that you’ll reach your true self.
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I enjoy assisting people to realize their full potential. This may mean they are currently struggling with issues or trauma and need to be guided through the healing process. Alternatively, they are not currently living up to their potential and we will work together to assist them in unlocking their true capabilities.
I enjoy assisting people to realize their full potential. This may mean they are currently struggling with issues or trauma and need to be guided through the healing process. Alternatively, they are not currently living up to their potential and we will work together to assist them in unlocking their true capabilities.
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I am a Clinical Psychologist in private practice. I offer a non-judgmental environment conducive for growth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families facing a wide range of mental health difficulties. “I relate, therefore I am. Thus, how I impact on you and how you impact on me determine the nature and quality if our being.” Charl Vorster. I practice from an eclectic approach where interventions are designed based on the client’s needs.
I am a Clinical Psychologist in private practice. I offer a non-judgmental environment conducive for growth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families facing a wide range of mental health difficulties. “I relate, therefore I am. Thus, how I impact on you and how you impact on me determine the nature and quality if our being.” Charl Vorster. I practice from an eclectic approach where interventions are designed based on the client’s needs.
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Counselling Psychologist - Online & Face-to-Face
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0184
I follow an integrative and style shift therapy approach via ONLINE and/or Face-to-Face counselling. I am trained in General & Eco Systemic Theories, Stratified Systems Theory, Cognitive Therapy, Behaviour Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Multimodal Therapy, Reality Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Problem Solving Therapy, Clinical Hypnotherapy, various Trauma therapies, Solution Focused Therapy, as well as multiple treatment related psychometric and other treatment related assessment instruments. I am also trained in Multiple Industrial/Organisational assessment instruments (CPA, MBTI, BarOn-EQi, PPA, DISC, etc.).
I follow an integrative and style shift therapy approach via ONLINE and/or Face-to-Face counselling. I am trained in General & Eco Systemic Theories, Stratified Systems Theory, Cognitive Therapy, Behaviour Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Multimodal Therapy, Reality Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Problem Solving Therapy, Clinical Hypnotherapy, various Trauma therapies, Solution Focused Therapy, as well as multiple treatment related psychometric and other treatment related assessment instruments. I am also trained in Multiple Industrial/Organisational assessment instruments (CPA, MBTI, BarOn-EQi, PPA, DISC, etc.).
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Etienne Smit - Wellness Counsellor
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
Rooihuiskraal 0154
At HMHB (Hearts, Minds, Homes, and Beyond), we believe in the power of holistic counseling—an approach that recognizes the intricate interplay between our hearts, minds, homes, and the vast expanse of possibilities beyond. Our company name encapsulates the essence of this philosophy, serving as a guiding light in our journey to nurture the complete you. In the realm of counseling, we understand that true healing extends far beyond addressing surface-level concerns. It's about delving deep into the core of your being, embracing every facet of your existence, and illuminating the path towards holistic wellness.
At HMHB (Hearts, Minds, Homes, and Beyond), we believe in the power of holistic counseling—an approach that recognizes the intricate interplay between our hearts, minds, homes, and the vast expanse of possibilities beyond. Our company name encapsulates the essence of this philosophy, serving as a guiding light in our journey to nurture the complete you. In the realm of counseling, we understand that true healing extends far beyond addressing surface-level concerns. It's about delving deep into the core of your being, embracing every facet of your existence, and illuminating the path towards holistic wellness.
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Male Counsellors
As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.
How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.