Psychologists and Therapists for Elderly in Bloemfontein
Lizette Muller Psychology Practice (Pty) Ltd
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Bloemfontein 9301
Asking for help might be the bravest thing you ever do! Life is a journey that might be hard and even overwhelming sometimes. You may feel stuck and lose all hope. I can provide a safe space where I will listen with empathy and compassion to your life story and help you to make sense of your journey and to heal and grow. Discovering the strengths that lie within yourself can be a rewarding process that will equip you to deal more effectively with life's challenges.
Asking for help might be the bravest thing you ever do! Life is a journey that might be hard and even overwhelming sometimes. You may feel stuck and lose all hope. I can provide a safe space where I will listen with empathy and compassion to your life story and help you to make sense of your journey and to heal and grow. Discovering the strengths that lie within yourself can be a rewarding process that will equip you to deal more effectively with life's challenges.
I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds, each facing unique challenges in their daily lives, whether it be grief, bereavement, anxiety, or stress. In our work together, I provide a safe space where they can express their feelings, gain clarity, and discover practical ways to regain balance. My goal is to help clients feel understood, supported, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds, each facing unique challenges in their daily lives, whether it be grief, bereavement, anxiety, or stress. In our work together, I provide a safe space where they can express their feelings, gain clarity, and discover practical ways to regain balance. My goal is to help clients feel understood, supported, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
We are entering a time of the year when many people struggle emotionally. September to December is often associated with difficult times. Various factors can contribute to this, including burnout from work. One might feel alone and feel like one should be dealing with mental health difficulties alone, but therapy can assist you in dealing with these difficulties. The thought of therapy can be intimidating, but it is a rewarding process of self-discovery and understanding yourself better to deal with the challenges of life.
We are entering a time of the year when many people struggle emotionally. September to December is often associated with difficult times. Various factors can contribute to this, including burnout from work. One might feel alone and feel like one should be dealing with mental health difficulties alone, but therapy can assist you in dealing with these difficulties. The thought of therapy can be intimidating, but it is a rewarding process of self-discovery and understanding yourself better to deal with the challenges of life.
If you are struggling with mental health issues; depression, adjustment issues, family or marital problems, dependency or co-dependency, relational problems and self-harm look no further. I put emphasis on a comprehensive understanding of the psyche while acknowledging each individual's unique resilience inventory that can be utilized to tackle daily challenges.
If you are struggling with mental health issues; depression, adjustment issues, family or marital problems, dependency or co-dependency, relational problems and self-harm look no further. I put emphasis on a comprehensive understanding of the psyche while acknowledging each individual's unique resilience inventory that can be utilized to tackle daily challenges.
Your ideal client is someone who feels they have lost control in some aspect of their life, whether it be emotional control or control over their environment. Recognising that a lack of control can lead to unhappiness, you aim to help these individuals regain a sense of control. Through our work together, we focus on identifying the areas where they feel powerless and develop strategies to restore their sense of agency, ultimately improving their overall well-being.
Your ideal client is someone who feels they have lost control in some aspect of their life, whether it be emotional control or control over their environment. Recognising that a lack of control can lead to unhappiness, you aim to help these individuals regain a sense of control. Through our work together, we focus on identifying the areas where they feel powerless and develop strategies to restore their sense of agency, ultimately improving their overall well-being.
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes? There comes a time when help is needed from a certified professional to cope with many of life’s challenges. I’m a licensed Clinical Psychologist and I am here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery. The journey to finding your authentic self, healing and growth.
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes? There comes a time when help is needed from a certified professional to cope with many of life’s challenges. I’m a licensed Clinical Psychologist and I am here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery. The journey to finding your authentic self, healing and growth.
Frederick van Niekerk has 17 years experience in mental health, both as Registered Counsellor and Clinical Psychologist. He completed his M.Soc.Sc in clinical psychology in 2016. He currently works in the SANDF and private practice.
Frederick van Niekerk has 17 years experience in mental health, both as Registered Counsellor and Clinical Psychologist. He completed his M.Soc.Sc in clinical psychology in 2016. He currently works in the SANDF and private practice.
Suffering, change, and uncertainty are just as much a part of the human condition as joy and growth. However, we are not meant to carry and endure these experiences alone. It would be an honour to walk alongside you as we navigate life’s challenges, create meaning, deepen understanding, and foster resilience.
Suffering, change, and uncertainty are just as much a part of the human condition as joy and growth. However, we are not meant to carry and endure these experiences alone. It would be an honour to walk alongside you as we navigate life’s challenges, create meaning, deepen understanding, and foster resilience.
Our society struggles with prioritizing their mental health. As a Clinical Psychologist, I am here to advocate for mental health through consultation services and group workshops. Acknowledging that you need help and furthermore taking a step towards obtaining such help is not an indication of a "weakness" or " Failure". Rather, it is an indication of courage, strength and resourcefullness.
Our society struggles with prioritizing their mental health. As a Clinical Psychologist, I am here to advocate for mental health through consultation services and group workshops. Acknowledging that you need help and furthermore taking a step towards obtaining such help is not an indication of a "weakness" or " Failure". Rather, it is an indication of courage, strength and resourcefullness.
My ideal client is individuals from the age of 12 who wishes to work on improving their own well-being. Psyched up focuses on development rather than exclusively pathology, psyching you up for life and dealing with life stressors. the practice motto is that your body will follow where you mind will lead. Psyched up offers a wide range of individual and group, psychology-based, interventions, programs and workshops. The practice is based on 4 pillars namely Psychotherapy, Psychological assessments, programs and workshops, as well as self- and sport/ talent development.
My ideal client is individuals from the age of 12 who wishes to work on improving their own well-being. Psyched up focuses on development rather than exclusively pathology, psyching you up for life and dealing with life stressors. the practice motto is that your body will follow where you mind will lead. Psyched up offers a wide range of individual and group, psychology-based, interventions, programs and workshops. The practice is based on 4 pillars namely Psychotherapy, Psychological assessments, programs and workshops, as well as self- and sport/ talent development.
I also have a great passion in working with both younger and older adults who are navigating through various emotional disturbances and general adjustment difficulties.
Taking the first step is usually the most difficult part of your journey for growth. I am here to walk along this journey with you.
I also have a great passion in working with both younger and older adults who are navigating through various emotional disturbances and general adjustment difficulties.
Taking the first step is usually the most difficult part of your journey for growth. I am here to walk along this journey with you.
I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families seeking support, insight and practical tools to help them move forward. Often clients seek therapy due to anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, grief or the impact of past experiences that continue to affect their present lives.
My goal is provide a safe and holding environment where you can feel safe to explore your experiences, better understand yourself and create meaningful change in your life and relationships.
I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families seeking support, insight and practical tools to help them move forward. Often clients seek therapy due to anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, grief or the impact of past experiences that continue to affect their present lives.
My goal is provide a safe and holding environment where you can feel safe to explore your experiences, better understand yourself and create meaningful change in your life and relationships.
I am a firm believer of the fact that every single person has a life story worthy of being heard. Some stories might seem messy, chaotic and unfinished. Others might seem intriguing, exciting and “figured out”. Point is, everyone has their own story. And as a person who is completely passionate about being a clinical psychologist, I see myself as a friendly, approachable and compassionate human being who will give her best in making this daunting process of seeking therapy a little less scary. I am looking forward in hearing your life story and creating a space where you feel safe enough to be vulnerable and open to share.
I am a firm believer of the fact that every single person has a life story worthy of being heard. Some stories might seem messy, chaotic and unfinished. Others might seem intriguing, exciting and “figured out”. Point is, everyone has their own story. And as a person who is completely passionate about being a clinical psychologist, I see myself as a friendly, approachable and compassionate human being who will give her best in making this daunting process of seeking therapy a little less scary. I am looking forward in hearing your life story and creating a space where you feel safe enough to be vulnerable and open to share.
On our life's journey we sometimes feel stuck, anxious, overwhelmed or just that our journey is not going the way we have imagined it. You may feel that something is holding you back, relationships are a struggle or you feel divided in yourself. As a psychologist I offer therapy to anyone who feel they need some help and support to understand themselves and others better and develop frameworks and coping skills to negotiate the rhythms of life. Be it at work, with relationships, family and child raising matters or just developing and finding yourself. My clients include adults, adolescents and children from the age of 10 up.
On our life's journey we sometimes feel stuck, anxious, overwhelmed or just that our journey is not going the way we have imagined it. You may feel that something is holding you back, relationships are a struggle or you feel divided in yourself. As a psychologist I offer therapy to anyone who feel they need some help and support to understand themselves and others better and develop frameworks and coping skills to negotiate the rhythms of life. Be it at work, with relationships, family and child raising matters or just developing and finding yourself. My clients include adults, adolescents and children from the age of 10 up.
Are you an individual or a family struggling with the following: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma related issues, Adjustment problems, Marital or Relationship issues, or struggling to adjust to your loss, divorce or changes in your life? Are you finding it difficult to cope with personal, academic, work or social issues. I offer psychotherapy for these and other related problems. I am here for you, so feel free to contact me.
Are you an individual or a family struggling with the following: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma related issues, Adjustment problems, Marital or Relationship issues, or struggling to adjust to your loss, divorce or changes in your life? Are you finding it difficult to cope with personal, academic, work or social issues. I offer psychotherapy for these and other related problems. I am here for you, so feel free to contact me.
I am a counselling psychologist practicing in Bloemfontein, Ficksburg, and Clocolan. I offer psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Life brings many challenges—whether from work, relationships, identity, or past trauma. Therapy helps make sense of how your past shapes your present, while offering insight and growth. I integrate clients’ cultural and spiritual backgrounds into treatment and use different therapeutic approaches tailored to individual needs. I believe “the life you want is on the other side of seeking help.”
I am a counselling psychologist practicing in Bloemfontein, Ficksburg, and Clocolan. I offer psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Life brings many challenges—whether from work, relationships, identity, or past trauma. Therapy helps make sense of how your past shapes your present, while offering insight and growth. I integrate clients’ cultural and spiritual backgrounds into treatment and use different therapeutic approaches tailored to individual needs. I believe “the life you want is on the other side of seeking help.”
Dawie Fivaz is a Counselling Psychologist working from BloemWell in Bloemfontein. Dawie obtained his master’s degree in Counselling Psychology at the University of Free State and makes use of an integrated approach when working with clients. He works with clients from child hood to old age, all cultures, and backgrounds. However, he has a special interest in working with individuals that is in their midlife and the unique challenges faced during this life stage.
Dawie Fivaz is a Counselling Psychologist working from BloemWell in Bloemfontein. Dawie obtained his master’s degree in Counselling Psychology at the University of Free State and makes use of an integrated approach when working with clients. He works with clients from child hood to old age, all cultures, and backgrounds. However, he has a special interest in working with individuals that is in their midlife and the unique challenges faced during this life stage.
People today are carrying heavy emotional, mental, and social burdens while trying to juggle work, family, and personal aspirations. My ideal clients are individuals, families, and organisations who know something needs to change but feel unsure where to begin. Those seeking to improve their mental well-being, strengthen relationships, and find practical solutions to life’s challenges. Here if you have workplace stress/burnout, struggling with a new medical diagnosis, navigating personal loss, adapting to new environments, or looking for a safe, understanding, and results-driven space to move forward with clarity and confidence.
People today are carrying heavy emotional, mental, and social burdens while trying to juggle work, family, and personal aspirations. My ideal clients are individuals, families, and organisations who know something needs to change but feel unsure where to begin. Those seeking to improve their mental well-being, strengthen relationships, and find practical solutions to life’s challenges. Here if you have workplace stress/burnout, struggling with a new medical diagnosis, navigating personal loss, adapting to new environments, or looking for a safe, understanding, and results-driven space to move forward with clarity and confidence.
Support may include coping with cancer, dementia, diabetes, infertility, chronic illness, and pre- or post-operative adjustment.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older persons who may be facing addiction, personal/work stress, relationship and mood difficulties, marital problems, ADHD, grief and loss, trauma, learning challenges, chronic illness, neurological conditions, or major life transitions. Clients may feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck. I help clarify their needs, understand contributing factors, and develop a collaborative plan that supports coping, functioning, adjustment, and meaningful progress.
Support may include coping with cancer, dementia, diabetes, infertility, chronic illness, and pre- or post-operative adjustment.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older persons who may be facing addiction, personal/work stress, relationship and mood difficulties, marital problems, ADHD, grief and loss, trauma, learning challenges, chronic illness, neurological conditions, or major life transitions. Clients may feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck. I help clarify their needs, understand contributing factors, and develop a collaborative plan that supports coping, functioning, adjustment, and meaningful progress.
Mosa Setlaba Psychological Services
Psychologist, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Bloemfontein 9301
My goal is to have my clients' needs met, whether it is related to mental health issues and a variety issues such as adjustment, anger issues, poor self-esteem, problems within friendships/families/romantic relationship, stress-related issues and trauma. Additionally, I offer subject choice assessments and career counselling.
My goal is to have my clients' needs met, whether it is related to mental health issues and a variety issues such as adjustment, anger issues, poor self-esteem, problems within friendships/families/romantic relationship, stress-related issues and trauma. Additionally, I offer subject choice assessments and career counselling.
FAQ - About Therapy for Elders
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.