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Dr. Mariska Pienaar
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
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16 Keerweder Street, Bellville 7530
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My primary aim is to provide that one, unique space where you are able to fully be yourself, be seen for who you are, and have your true self understood, affirmed, and valued. I aim to provide an open, non-judgmental, warm, and empathic environment within which clients can feel safe while navigating their journey of self-exploration. I naturally tend towards a focus on clients' strengths rather than what they often see as “deficiencies” within themselves.
I am primarily psychodynamically oriented with a deep affinity for existentialism and a growing passion for humanistic psychology. However, in terms of the therapeutic process itself, I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities to best suit the client’s needs, unique dynamics, challenges, and strengths.
In terms of personal style, you will simply encounter me as another person being myself, authentically and openly. I do tend to come across as soft-spoken, warm, and reassuring. Being allowed to walk alongside clients and connect authentically with them for a season in their life is a privilege that I value and find inspiration from.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Dr. Mariska Pienaar now - 087 250 0162 x61
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions R1194
- Couple Sessions R1194
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer
Insurance
- Discovery Health
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Dr. Mariska Pienaar
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Health Professions Council of South Africa Mariska Pienaar
- In Practice for 19 Years
- Degree/Diploma from UKZN in Counselling Psychology (MA) Master's in Counselling Psychology / 2005
- MA Counselling Psychology, PhD (Psychology), PhD, Graduated 2022
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Coping Skills
- Personal growth and self-awareness
Expertise
- Career Guidance
- Depression
- Emotional Disturbance
- Finding and creating meaning
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
I also speak
Afrikaans
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
I also speak
Afrikaans
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
- Existential
- Humanistic
- Person-Centred
- Psychodynamic
- Rational Emotive Behaviour (REBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
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Dr. Mariska Pienaar
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.