Anxiety Therapists in Port Elizabeth
My work focuses on support, insight and deep emotional change. I work with you to make your unconscious drives, beliefs, feelings and instincts conscious. This gives you more knowledge and capacity to act in ways that are in your best interests. The therapy relationship is an important factor in facilitating change, and so consistent, regular sessions are necessary. We work together to understand more deeply your assumptions about yourself and your relationships. This style of therapy emphasizes depth. For best results, view it as a long term investment into your growth.
My work focuses on support, insight and deep emotional change. I work with you to make your unconscious drives, beliefs, feelings and instincts conscious. This gives you more knowledge and capacity to act in ways that are in your best interests. The therapy relationship is an important factor in facilitating change, and so consistent, regular sessions are necessary. We work together to understand more deeply your assumptions about yourself and your relationships. This style of therapy emphasizes depth. For best results, view it as a long term investment into your growth.
I am a clinical psychologist with more than 20 years of experience in the field of Psychology. I am registered with the HPCSA, I provide evidence-based and holistic therapy that focuses on enhancing mental health and emotional well-being. I provide a non-judgmental and safe space, where confidentiality is maintained. My empathetic and person-centered approach allows individuals to process their emotions and thoughts, reflect on their lived experiences or challenges. I am passionate about assisting people towards psychological healing and growth. I believe every individual can evolve, lead a fulfilling and meaningful life.
I am a clinical psychologist with more than 20 years of experience in the field of Psychology. I am registered with the HPCSA, I provide evidence-based and holistic therapy that focuses on enhancing mental health and emotional well-being. I provide a non-judgmental and safe space, where confidentiality is maintained. My empathetic and person-centered approach allows individuals to process their emotions and thoughts, reflect on their lived experiences or challenges. I am passionate about assisting people towards psychological healing and growth. I believe every individual can evolve, lead a fulfilling and meaningful life.
My specialisms include addiction, anxiety, depression, couples work, bereavement, relationship problems, self esteem, and trauma.
I offer counselling and therapeutic life coaching. Clients will come to me with a range of problems and often feel some confusion. In our work we will clarify the problem and see what is most challenging for you at the present time. We will discover where this confusion arises in the body and mind and be able to see what started it. Perhaps this has been triggered in the past: by an environment, people, a person, upbringing etc. The work we do is non-judgemental and my purpose is to help you find your way out of the confusion and suffering, so you can find success, purpose and meaning in your life. I will be with you all the way
My specialisms include addiction, anxiety, depression, couples work, bereavement, relationship problems, self esteem, and trauma.
I offer counselling and therapeutic life coaching. Clients will come to me with a range of problems and often feel some confusion. In our work we will clarify the problem and see what is most challenging for you at the present time. We will discover where this confusion arises in the body and mind and be able to see what started it. Perhaps this has been triggered in the past: by an environment, people, a person, upbringing etc. The work we do is non-judgemental and my purpose is to help you find your way out of the confusion and suffering, so you can find success, purpose and meaning in your life. I will be with you all the way
I've been a psychologist for 24 years, after a long business career. I'm committed to fostering a trusting relationship where individuals feel safe to open up and share their true selves. Together, we cultivate an environment in which people discover their inner qualities, strengths, and resilience, make sense of challenging situations and often painful pasts, and build a future where they maintain a strong sense of well-being. My experience shows that clients seek an open, honest, practical and future-focused therapist.
I've been a psychologist for 24 years, after a long business career. I'm committed to fostering a trusting relationship where individuals feel safe to open up and share their true selves. Together, we cultivate an environment in which people discover their inner qualities, strengths, and resilience, make sense of challenging situations and often painful pasts, and build a future where they maintain a strong sense of well-being. My experience shows that clients seek an open, honest, practical and future-focused therapist.
Welcome to my virtual practice!
As a woman, I understand how full, complex, and messy life can be, and that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to healing. That’s why I work best with women who are ready to invest in their mental health, show up for themselves, and take meaningful steps toward lasting change.
Healing isn’t always easy—it takes strength, vulnerability, and commitment. Together, we’ll work through guided sessions, exercises, and personalized resources to support your unique journey, leading to a healthier and happier you.
Welcome to my virtual practice!
As a woman, I understand how full, complex, and messy life can be, and that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to healing. That’s why I work best with women who are ready to invest in their mental health, show up for themselves, and take meaningful steps toward lasting change.
Healing isn’t always easy—it takes strength, vulnerability, and commitment. Together, we’ll work through guided sessions, exercises, and personalized resources to support your unique journey, leading to a healthier and happier you.
As a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with individuals struggling with a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, grief and interpersonal difficulties.
My goal is to help clients achieve a deeper understanding of themselves, cultivate self-care and develop the resilience and coping skills necessary to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and confidence. Ultimately, I aim to support clients in their journey towards greater emotional well-being, increased self-awareness and a more fulfilling life.
As a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with individuals struggling with a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, grief and interpersonal difficulties.
My goal is to help clients achieve a deeper understanding of themselves, cultivate self-care and develop the resilience and coping skills necessary to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and confidence. Ultimately, I aim to support clients in their journey towards greater emotional well-being, increased self-awareness and a more fulfilling life.
Each of us struggle at times in our lives, one of the hardest and bravest things you can do is ask for help. I am here to help you build psychological strength, to walk with you as you find your way through the mess of life. You are not alone, you are not broken. Healing is possible
Each of us struggle at times in our lives, one of the hardest and bravest things you can do is ask for help. I am here to help you build psychological strength, to walk with you as you find your way through the mess of life. You are not alone, you are not broken. Healing is possible
Does anxiety, fear, or old destructive habits keep sabotaging your happiness and relationships?
I help clients who have carried trauma, loss, or years of self-doubt. to:
Release the past without years of therapy
Reset deep subconscious patterns that fuel anxiety, trauma, or destructive coping habits
Rebuild confidence, inner peace, and a joyful, purposeful life
Does anxiety, fear, or old destructive habits keep sabotaging your happiness and relationships?
I help clients who have carried trauma, loss, or years of self-doubt. to:
Release the past without years of therapy
Reset deep subconscious patterns that fuel anxiety, trauma, or destructive coping habits
Rebuild confidence, inner peace, and a joyful, purposeful life
I specialize in addressing Trauma, Addiction, Anxiety, Stress, and Depression, and I will customize my approach to meet your individual needs.
For over 15 years, I’ve been helping people work through life’s toughest challenges. I know it can feel overwhelming to take that first step, but I’m here to provide a safe, understanding space where you’ll always feel heard and supported.
My approach is warm and compassionate, focused on meeting you where you are. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, using proven tools to help you feel more balanced and in control.
You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Let’s start this journey together and move toward a life that feels lighter, more manageable, and fulfilling.
I specialize in addressing Trauma, Addiction, Anxiety, Stress, and Depression, and I will customize my approach to meet your individual needs.
For over 15 years, I’ve been helping people work through life’s toughest challenges. I know it can feel overwhelming to take that first step, but I’m here to provide a safe, understanding space where you’ll always feel heard and supported.
My approach is warm and compassionate, focused on meeting you where you are. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, using proven tools to help you feel more balanced and in control.
You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Let’s start this journey together and move toward a life that feels lighter, more manageable, and fulfilling.
I consult with individuals (adults only) and couples. I view every individual I encounter as unique. I therefore alter my psychotherapeutic approach to fit best with the client in front of me. I work mostly from a person-centred approach, including elements of cognitive-behavioural, solution-focused, and narrative psychotherapy. If I think it would be most beneficial to you, I may follow a pure psychodynamic approach during which I act mainly as a reflecting mirror. Often this approach requires a longer-term commitment to therapy to reap the full benefits. A psychodynamic approach may however also be used successfully short-term.
I consult with individuals (adults only) and couples. I view every individual I encounter as unique. I therefore alter my psychotherapeutic approach to fit best with the client in front of me. I work mostly from a person-centred approach, including elements of cognitive-behavioural, solution-focused, and narrative psychotherapy. If I think it would be most beneficial to you, I may follow a pure psychodynamic approach during which I act mainly as a reflecting mirror. Often this approach requires a longer-term commitment to therapy to reap the full benefits. A psychodynamic approach may however also be used successfully short-term.
This includes, trauma, stress, burnout, grief, relationship issues, challenges of adolescence, adjustment to a new life phase or stressor (such as a chronic or terminal illness) or feeling anxious or depressed.
I have a passion to be with clients within their current pain, but not leaving you there. Additionally, while I do this, listening for signs of coping, resilience, and skills DESPITE your circumstances. From here I guide you to move closer to the best version of yourself. Moving to a hope-filled future, even amidst dire circumstances.
This includes, trauma, stress, burnout, grief, relationship issues, challenges of adolescence, adjustment to a new life phase or stressor (such as a chronic or terminal illness) or feeling anxious or depressed.
I have a passion to be with clients within their current pain, but not leaving you there. Additionally, while I do this, listening for signs of coping, resilience, and skills DESPITE your circumstances. From here I guide you to move closer to the best version of yourself. Moving to a hope-filled future, even amidst dire circumstances.
Past Hurts Men and Women, Young Men in need of healing.
Past Hurts Men and Women, Young Men in need of healing.
I do psycho educational assessments and therapy and is experienced in helping individuals to handle the daily challenges that can so easily lead to anxiety and depression.
I am a CODA (Child Of Deaf Adults) and am therefore comfortable in helping the deaf community. My passion is also to assist other CODAs in their challenges they might experience
I do psycho educational assessments and therapy and is experienced in helping individuals to handle the daily challenges that can so easily lead to anxiety and depression.
I am a CODA (Child Of Deaf Adults) and am therefore comfortable in helping the deaf community. My passion is also to assist other CODAs in their challenges they might experience
I have experience in helping clients with challenges relating to depression, anxiety, trauma and grief - as symptoms of existing conditions, and/or as responses to circumstantial stress.
My approach is informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, as well as an overarching concern with holistic wellbeing (psychological, physical, social, spiritual etc.). Most notably, my treatment approach is not confined to sessions, but rather extends into daily life through "homework" - involving the use of skills and strategies developed in-session.
I have experience in helping clients with challenges relating to depression, anxiety, trauma and grief - as symptoms of existing conditions, and/or as responses to circumstantial stress.
My approach is informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, as well as an overarching concern with holistic wellbeing (psychological, physical, social, spiritual etc.). Most notably, my treatment approach is not confined to sessions, but rather extends into daily life through "homework" - involving the use of skills and strategies developed in-session.
If you struggle with difficult emotions, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, know that you're not alone.
Raised Muslim, I empathize with cultural barriers to mental health. Most of my clientele are adults and teens, particularly people of color (black, colored, indian, etc.) and marginalized communities (LGBTQIA+). My international experience(USA, Canada, RSA) makes me a common choice for South Africans living abroad.
If you struggle with difficult emotions, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, know that you're not alone.
Raised Muslim, I empathize with cultural barriers to mental health. Most of my clientele are adults and teens, particularly people of color (black, colored, indian, etc.) and marginalized communities (LGBTQIA+). My international experience(USA, Canada, RSA) makes me a common choice for South Africans living abroad.
I'm a trauma-informed drama therapist working with couples, adults and adolescents navigating life transitions (expat, new parent), grief, unwanted or difficult experiences like a chronic condition (scoliosis and auto-immune), anxiety and conflicts in relationships.
Drama therapy’s playful, creative and somatic approach creates the space to activate our innate meaning-making abilities: vital ingredients for healing. It's a holistic approach to psychotherapy, which centres the client & works from the premise that the seeds for our healing are within each of us, even if we need some support to find, water & nurture them.
I'm a trauma-informed drama therapist working with couples, adults and adolescents navigating life transitions (expat, new parent), grief, unwanted or difficult experiences like a chronic condition (scoliosis and auto-immune), anxiety and conflicts in relationships.
Drama therapy’s playful, creative and somatic approach creates the space to activate our innate meaning-making abilities: vital ingredients for healing. It's a holistic approach to psychotherapy, which centres the client & works from the premise that the seeds for our healing are within each of us, even if we need some support to find, water & nurture them.
I consider myself to be a warm and empathetic individual. Hence, if you are looking for a safe space to explore your inner world, look no further. Whether it's just seeking guidance regarding a situation you have found yourself in, clarity on mental health issues, or actively trying to change your life, I am more than happy to be a part of that journey.
I consider myself to be a warm and empathetic individual. Hence, if you are looking for a safe space to explore your inner world, look no further. Whether it's just seeking guidance regarding a situation you have found yourself in, clarity on mental health issues, or actively trying to change your life, I am more than happy to be a part of that journey.
Everyone is going through a tough journey of psychological problems. As your guide I am here to help you land safe on your destination. By working together with you for a better and prosperous solution .
Everyone is going through a tough journey of psychological problems. As your guide I am here to help you land safe on your destination. By working together with you for a better and prosperous solution .
I am dedicated to help you stop self-sabotaging self-talk, to be free of unwarranted shame, fear; self-doubt & change unhelpful perceptions/attitudes.
As memoir-writer of "The Dandelion Diary: The Tricky Art of Walking" ( A Story of finding hope within the pain of adversity & using a wheelchair), I'll help you craft your own STORY of finding resilience and POWER. Grow your story through expressive arts eg. collage, narrative, drama & dance which build self-esteem & have great neuropsychological benefits...
I am dedicated to help you stop self-sabotaging self-talk, to be free of unwarranted shame, fear; self-doubt & change unhelpful perceptions/attitudes.
As memoir-writer of "The Dandelion Diary: The Tricky Art of Walking" ( A Story of finding hope within the pain of adversity & using a wheelchair), I'll help you craft your own STORY of finding resilience and POWER. Grow your story through expressive arts eg. collage, narrative, drama & dance which build self-esteem & have great neuropsychological benefits...
You are my ideal client if you feel unseen, unheard & unaccepted. That you constantly abandon and neglect yourself on behalf of others. The struggle you face with is seeking validation, feeling stuck and self-doubt.
Your need is for self-awareness, self-love and acceptance.
Goals of inner peace, living authentically, self-acceptance and love is what you truly want.
I'm here to support your journey of self-discovery & transformation, taking the care and time to sit with you and heal from what has hurt and traumatized you.
You are my ideal client if you feel unseen, unheard & unaccepted. That you constantly abandon and neglect yourself on behalf of others. The struggle you face with is seeking validation, feeling stuck and self-doubt.
Your need is for self-awareness, self-love and acceptance.
Goals of inner peace, living authentically, self-acceptance and love is what you truly want.
I'm here to support your journey of self-discovery & transformation, taking the care and time to sit with you and heal from what has hurt and traumatized you.
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When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.