Therapists in Constantia Kloof
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I am an educational psychologist with a deep conviction that each person has the inherent potential to be the best they can be! I am looking forward to share your lived experiences, and to play a small part in each and every client’s growth path by addressing challenges, and barriers, by literary deconstructing these obstacles, and assisting client through co-constructing their future life narratives, solutions and outcomes! "The one thing that you have that nobody else have is you! Your voice, your mind, your story, your vision! So write and draw and build and play and dance and live only as you can!”
I am an educational psychologist with a deep conviction that each person has the inherent potential to be the best they can be! I am looking forward to share your lived experiences, and to play a small part in each and every client’s growth path by addressing challenges, and barriers, by literary deconstructing these obstacles, and assisting client through co-constructing their future life narratives, solutions and outcomes! "The one thing that you have that nobody else have is you! Your voice, your mind, your story, your vision! So write and draw and build and play and dance and live only as you can!”
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The main focus during therapy is to listen more and talk less. The client's main difficulties, their needs, and what they foresee gaining from the therapy is of importance.
The main focus during therapy is to listen more and talk less. The client's main difficulties, their needs, and what they foresee gaining from the therapy is of importance.
Life is challenging. Unpleasant, traumatic events occur. We experience losses. We may recall awful past events and the intense memories persist. Relational difficulties arise - with partners, children, family or friends. Our zest for life may wane.. Cultural or spiritual beliefs may be challenged. At such times we need the support of a trained, objective counsellor to provide insight and support. With empathetic understanding and encouragement we can move through our difficult times. This is my passion - helping clients to rise above the difficulties of life.
Life is challenging. Unpleasant, traumatic events occur. We experience losses. We may recall awful past events and the intense memories persist. Relational difficulties arise - with partners, children, family or friends. Our zest for life may wane.. Cultural or spiritual beliefs may be challenged. At such times we need the support of a trained, objective counsellor to provide insight and support. With empathetic understanding and encouragement we can move through our difficult times. This is my passion - helping clients to rise above the difficulties of life.
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I am a Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in family relationships and parenting issues. I also work with individuals, adolescents, and older children presenting with other challenges such as depression, trauma, and anxiety.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in family relationships and parenting issues. I also work with individuals, adolescents, and older children presenting with other challenges such as depression, trauma, and anxiety.
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Life is a life long journey of learning, a quest, a rites of passage. It takes courage to grow up and develop a better version of yourself, to create your own inner peace and a sense of well-being.
Life is a life long journey of learning, a quest, a rites of passage. It takes courage to grow up and develop a better version of yourself, to create your own inner peace and a sense of well-being.
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People usually seek help from a psychologist when they want something to change. This desire for change may be motivated by painful thoughts and feelings, a situation at work, school, or at home, a challenging event, or relationships with others. Sometimes people work with a psychologist because they want a better understanding of themselves, to change behaviours, or to develop new skills to support their well-being. If any of this is true for you or for someone you care about, getting in contact with a psychologist is a useful step to take.
People usually seek help from a psychologist when they want something to change. This desire for change may be motivated by painful thoughts and feelings, a situation at work, school, or at home, a challenging event, or relationships with others. Sometimes people work with a psychologist because they want a better understanding of themselves, to change behaviours, or to develop new skills to support their well-being. If any of this is true for you or for someone you care about, getting in contact with a psychologist is a useful step to take.
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Sarah Cohen-Schwarz
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Constantia Kloof 1715
I am a professional counsellor and work with adults, adolescents and children in many areas including trauma, bereavement, self-awareness, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and personal growth, amongst others.
I am a professional counsellor and work with adults, adolescents and children in many areas including trauma, bereavement, self-awareness, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and personal growth, amongst others.
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Nompumelelo Cynthia Mbongwa
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Constantia Kloof 1709
Along this life journey we may get thrown a curve ball and may be facing difficulties that feel overwhelming and our usual coping mechanisms fail us. A soldier can only run so far on a wounded limb, until they pay attention to it and dress it up for healing. So it is with life. We may need to tend to, dress, and heal the wounds. Therapy can be a powerful mechanism of healing, growth and restoration. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who may be experiencing a wide range of including emotional, relational, psychiatric and health-related difficulties.
Along this life journey we may get thrown a curve ball and may be facing difficulties that feel overwhelming and our usual coping mechanisms fail us. A soldier can only run so far on a wounded limb, until they pay attention to it and dress it up for healing. So it is with life. We may need to tend to, dress, and heal the wounds. Therapy can be a powerful mechanism of healing, growth and restoration. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who may be experiencing a wide range of including emotional, relational, psychiatric and health-related difficulties.
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As a counsellor, I work with my clients to find positive coping mechanisms. I deal with emotional and behavioural problems. This refers to things like depression, anxiety, stress, aggression etc. I also help with relationship problems, not just romantic relationships, but friendships and parent-child relationships as well. I also work with clients who have been through traumatic situations, both recent and in the past, and I offer grief counselling. I use many different therapeutic techniques and offer counselling for children, adults, and teenagers.
As a counsellor, I work with my clients to find positive coping mechanisms. I deal with emotional and behavioural problems. This refers to things like depression, anxiety, stress, aggression etc. I also help with relationship problems, not just romantic relationships, but friendships and parent-child relationships as well. I also work with clients who have been through traumatic situations, both recent and in the past, and I offer grief counselling. I use many different therapeutic techniques and offer counselling for children, adults, and teenagers.
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Are you looking for a holistic and a collaborative therapy process to equip yourself with the necessary tools and skills to navigate through life? Through therapy you can address identified and unidentified issues that are contributing to particular life stressors, challenges and experiences. Ultimately, the goal is to increase self awareness or gain insights that will equip you to think, feel and behave in a healthier manner that positively contributes to your psychological wellbeing.
Are you looking for a holistic and a collaborative therapy process to equip yourself with the necessary tools and skills to navigate through life? Through therapy you can address identified and unidentified issues that are contributing to particular life stressors, challenges and experiences. Ultimately, the goal is to increase self awareness or gain insights that will equip you to think, feel and behave in a healthier manner that positively contributes to your psychological wellbeing.
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Everyone today is facing many challenges and lack of belongingness within the society. The difficult circumstances that they face are because of limited opportunities, viable employment and health and social services. These challenges that they endure affect them both internally and externally which can be overwhelming and thus inhibits them from reaching their full potential.
Everyone today is facing many challenges and lack of belongingness within the society. The difficult circumstances that they face are because of limited opportunities, viable employment and health and social services. These challenges that they endure affect them both internally and externally which can be overwhelming and thus inhibits them from reaching their full potential.
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My name is Sehorane Lehlomela affectionately known as Seho, a Social Worker who has interests in working with children and adults who experience life challenges. I specialize in trauma counselling, health and wellness, marriage and family counselling as well as stress related issues. I know seeking professional help is not easy for people especially for men whom the society portrait as strong. It is okay, i am here to listen to you, help you every step of the way until you are okay.
My name is Sehorane Lehlomela affectionately known as Seho, a Social Worker who has interests in working with children and adults who experience life challenges. I specialize in trauma counselling, health and wellness, marriage and family counselling as well as stress related issues. I know seeking professional help is not easy for people especially for men whom the society portrait as strong. It is okay, i am here to listen to you, help you every step of the way until you are okay.
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I am a psychotherapist with over 20 years of counselling experience. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families, guiding them to healthier and happier ways of being.
I am a psychotherapist with over 20 years of counselling experience. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families, guiding them to healthier and happier ways of being.
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I have a special interest in working with attachment, infant & child mental health, relational trauma, relationship difficulties, loss, personality and mood disorders.I assist and support people through their greatest suffering and the most painful moments of their lives through psychotherapy. I am passionate about assisting people, through the therapeutic journey to recognize their strength and resilience, and to step forward with grace and courage. I have found great fulfillment in my role as a psychotherapist, as I am permitted to carry in my heart and mind the stories of other people’s love, hurt, trauma, struggles and growth.
I have a special interest in working with attachment, infant & child mental health, relational trauma, relationship difficulties, loss, personality and mood disorders.I assist and support people through their greatest suffering and the most painful moments of their lives through psychotherapy. I am passionate about assisting people, through the therapeutic journey to recognize their strength and resilience, and to step forward with grace and courage. I have found great fulfillment in my role as a psychotherapist, as I am permitted to carry in my heart and mind the stories of other people’s love, hurt, trauma, struggles and growth.
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For -Given -Psychological Services
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Kagiso 1754
This journey called life is unpredictable not easy. It can throw difficult challenges' that may cause you to want to throw in the towel, doubt yourself and you stop and wonder why? These challenges may be overwhelming, pressures of work- experience difficulty with work-life balance/ not coping with your studies (your children not coping at school). Difficulty dealing with loss; and loss is not only referring to loss of loved ones through death/ miscarriages'; losing a partner through divorce, losing a job, house car etc. Dealing with deepest pain due to newly diagnosed medical chronic condition that is incurable
This journey called life is unpredictable not easy. It can throw difficult challenges' that may cause you to want to throw in the towel, doubt yourself and you stop and wonder why? These challenges may be overwhelming, pressures of work- experience difficulty with work-life balance/ not coping with your studies (your children not coping at school). Difficulty dealing with loss; and loss is not only referring to loss of loved ones through death/ miscarriages'; losing a partner through divorce, losing a job, house car etc. Dealing with deepest pain due to newly diagnosed medical chronic condition that is incurable
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Embarking on the path to self-discovery and healing can be both courageous and daunting. It takes strength to recognise the need for support and seek help. If you're here, you've already taken a significant step toward prioritising your well-being, and I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to begin this journey. I understand that the decision to start therapy is not always an easy one. It can be accompanied by a range of emotions – from hope and anticipation to uncertainty and vulnerability. Rest assured, this is a safe space where your experiences are honored, and you're met with empathy and understanding.
Embarking on the path to self-discovery and healing can be both courageous and daunting. It takes strength to recognise the need for support and seek help. If you're here, you've already taken a significant step toward prioritising your well-being, and I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to begin this journey. I understand that the decision to start therapy is not always an easy one. It can be accompanied by a range of emotions – from hope and anticipation to uncertainty and vulnerability. Rest assured, this is a safe space where your experiences are honored, and you're met with empathy and understanding.
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I am a Counselling Psychologist with offices in Little Falls (Roodepoort) and Lenasia (South of Johannesburg). I also consult virtually via the Zoom platform. I focus on providing my clients with a safe and non-judgmental space to navigate difficulties such as anxiety, depression, grief, stress, marital difficulties and to improve general mental well-being. Therapy is aimed at providing clients with effective coping tools and enabling clients to gain new perspective.
I am a Counselling Psychologist with offices in Little Falls (Roodepoort) and Lenasia (South of Johannesburg). I also consult virtually via the Zoom platform. I focus on providing my clients with a safe and non-judgmental space to navigate difficulties such as anxiety, depression, grief, stress, marital difficulties and to improve general mental well-being. Therapy is aimed at providing clients with effective coping tools and enabling clients to gain new perspective.
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Monareng Moropa
Psychologist, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mulbarton South 2059
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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Elsee Magdalena Le Roux
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Florida 1710
I am an Educational Psychologist. I love people and are passionate to help children and their families to work through change or trauma. I have 30 years of experience in the field. My range of services include Psychotherapy for individuals, children and adolescents, Individual Educational assessments and Exam concessions, Trauma counselling, Divorce counselling (for parents and children who's parents go through a divorce), Marital therapy and Play-therapy with children. I have a deep compassion and interest to work with individuals who have experienced loss/grief or divorce. Each client is seen as a unique individual.
I am an Educational Psychologist. I love people and are passionate to help children and their families to work through change or trauma. I have 30 years of experience in the field. My range of services include Psychotherapy for individuals, children and adolescents, Individual Educational assessments and Exam concessions, Trauma counselling, Divorce counselling (for parents and children who's parents go through a divorce), Marital therapy and Play-therapy with children. I have a deep compassion and interest to work with individuals who have experienced loss/grief or divorce. Each client is seen as a unique individual.
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Psychotherapy- also referred to as “talk therapy” is a process that enables psychological difficulties to be treated through communication and with the understanding that each individual’s life experiences are unique and different. The therapeutic space is non-judgemental and it allows individuals to address and deal with their life challenges and unresolved problems.
Psychotherapy- also referred to as “talk therapy” is a process that enables psychological difficulties to be treated through communication and with the understanding that each individual’s life experiences are unique and different. The therapeutic space is non-judgemental and it allows individuals to address and deal with their life challenges and unresolved problems.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Constantia Kloof
< 10
Counsellors in Constantia Kloof who prioritize treating:
100% | Anxiety |
89% | Relationship Issues |
89% | Parenting |
89% | Trauma and PTSD |
89% | Behavioural Issues |
78% | Depression |
67% | Child |
Average years in practice
16 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Momentum |
100% | GEMS |
100% | Discovery Health |
How Counsellors in Constantia Kloof see their clients
100% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
88% | Female | |
12% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Constantia Kloof?
Search for nearby psychologists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Psychologists listed in the directory are registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). The majority of General Counsellors featured in the directory align themselves with reputable professional bodies, particularly the Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners. All Registered Counsellors listed must be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for general counsellors in South Africa, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for general counsellors in South Africa, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Psychologists, counsellors and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in South Africa.
Psychologists have five years training in psychology, have completed an internship over 12 months, and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. They must be registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Registered Counsellors must have at least four years of study at a university or college, such as the Bachelor of Psychology and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. General counsellors, such as Supportive Counsellors, Holistic Counsellors, and Wellness Counsellors, registered with the ASCHP must possess at least an NQF Level 4 qualification. Social Workers must possess a Bachelor of Social Work and must have completed an approved internship in the social service sector.
Psychologists have five years training in psychology, have completed an internship over 12 months, and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. They must be registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Registered Counsellors must have at least four years of study at a university or college, such as the Bachelor of Psychology and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. General counsellors, such as Supportive Counsellors, Holistic Counsellors, and Wellness Counsellors, registered with the ASCHP must possess at least an NQF Level 4 qualification. Social Workers must possess a Bachelor of Social Work and must have completed an approved internship in the social service sector.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in South Africa could be between R600 and R1,500. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are registered with the HPCSA and professional organisations such as PsySSA or the ASCHP are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client, or as required by law, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.