Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Bloemfontein

Photo of Menanteaux Madeleine Olivier, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych., Psychologist
Menanteaux Madeleine Olivier
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
Life is full of ups and downs. In the end it is the journey that matters most and that teaches us the most. Psychotherapy offer an individual the opportunity to collaborate with a therapist to overcome any obstacles that are hindering their progress or growth. The process of therapy addresses emotional, relational, cognitive and occupational concerns. I collaborate with the client and personalise an approach most beneficial to the client. To me psychotherapy is a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space in which to explore and better understand yourself, your relationships, and the challenges or difficulties that you face.
Life is full of ups and downs. In the end it is the journey that matters most and that teaches us the most. Psychotherapy offer an individual the opportunity to collaborate with a therapist to overcome any obstacles that are hindering their progress or growth. The process of therapy addresses emotional, relational, cognitive and occupational concerns. I collaborate with the client and personalise an approach most beneficial to the client. To me psychotherapy is a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space in which to explore and better understand yourself, your relationships, and the challenges or difficulties that you face.
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Shaheedah Jane Henney
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
I am dedicated to supporting your journey towards holistic well-being. I offer in-person and online sessions! At Remindful Counselling, I believe that true wellness encompasses not only the physical aspects of health but also mental, emotional, and spiritual harmony. I am committed to guiding you through this transformative process, helping you navigate life's challenges and empowering you to unlock your full potential. With a focus on personalised care, I offer a range of services tailored to meet your individual needs.
I am dedicated to supporting your journey towards holistic well-being. I offer in-person and online sessions! At Remindful Counselling, I believe that true wellness encompasses not only the physical aspects of health but also mental, emotional, and spiritual harmony. I am committed to guiding you through this transformative process, helping you navigate life's challenges and empowering you to unlock your full potential. With a focus on personalised care, I offer a range of services tailored to meet your individual needs.
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Photo of Simoné Vink, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych., Psychologist
Simoné Vink
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
As a Clinical Psychologist, I feel passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths, cope with daily challenges, and assist them in coping with or working through emotional distress in a safe environment. I offer play therapy to children 4-12 years of age and psychotherapy to adolescents and adults.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I feel passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths, cope with daily challenges, and assist them in coping with or working through emotional distress in a safe environment. I offer play therapy to children 4-12 years of age and psychotherapy to adolescents and adults.
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Photo of Julanda Theron, General Counsellor
Julanda Theron
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
I want you to learn to love yourself, this is just the beginning of your recovery journey. A secret of life is not to be perfect but to be whole. Are you stuck in your behaviour, or need to achieve and maintain recovery? This is how change happens, one gesture, one person and one moment in time, take this opportunity. Get help! It's now or never and be empowered. Re-discover yourself. Be you. You didn't come this far to only come this far. Let me help you. You will face challenges head-on, be accountable and uncover new coping skills. Take the leap. Let this be the day you leap into the life you're meant to live..ready,set and fly!
I want you to learn to love yourself, this is just the beginning of your recovery journey. A secret of life is not to be perfect but to be whole. Are you stuck in your behaviour, or need to achieve and maintain recovery? This is how change happens, one gesture, one person and one moment in time, take this opportunity. Get help! It's now or never and be empowered. Re-discover yourself. Be you. You didn't come this far to only come this far. Let me help you. You will face challenges head-on, be accountable and uncover new coping skills. Take the leap. Let this be the day you leap into the life you're meant to live..ready,set and fly!
083 503 1282 View 083 503 1282
Photo of Hayley Frances Bredberg, General Counsellor
Hayley Frances Bredberg
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9300  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with personal/gender/sexual identity, low self-esteem, addiction, ADHD/ASD symptoms, anxiety, anger, or emotional dysregulation? I want to help you figure it out. Do you need to find ways to deal with your trauma, process past events, set boundaries in relationships, find meaning, and take care of yourself better? Let's process together. Your goals are my goals. And if you don't know what your goals are yet, we can figure that out together too. I want you to feel empowered. And I want you to want to feel empowered!
Are you struggling with personal/gender/sexual identity, low self-esteem, addiction, ADHD/ASD symptoms, anxiety, anger, or emotional dysregulation? I want to help you figure it out. Do you need to find ways to deal with your trauma, process past events, set boundaries in relationships, find meaning, and take care of yourself better? Let's process together. Your goals are my goals. And if you don't know what your goals are yet, we can figure that out together too. I want you to feel empowered. And I want you to want to feel empowered!
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Photo of John Ernest Campbell - John Campbell Counselling (In person and online), General Counsellor
John Campbell Counselling (In person and online)
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9300
www.jccounselling.co.za I’m not going to help you to identify a broken relationship…you already know what a broken relationship is. I’m going to help you to identify the mixed emotions that you are feeling and teach you skills and methods to deal with them…and with your relationship. What are the deep needs and cravings you want to fulfill? Well this is exactly where I can help you. I’m going to help you to find what you are looking for and to do so without losing respect for yourself or others. Gain admiration rather than resentment from your partner! I am a compassionate marriage and relationship counsellor. "I'm listening."
www.jccounselling.co.za I’m not going to help you to identify a broken relationship…you already know what a broken relationship is. I’m going to help you to identify the mixed emotions that you are feeling and teach you skills and methods to deal with them…and with your relationship. What are the deep needs and cravings you want to fulfill? Well this is exactly where I can help you. I’m going to help you to find what you are looking for and to do so without losing respect for yourself or others. Gain admiration rather than resentment from your partner! I am a compassionate marriage and relationship counsellor. "I'm listening."
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Photo of Leonie M Dippenaar, General Counsellor
Leonie M Dippenaar
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301  (Online Only)
Leonie is a Transformative Mindset Coach/counselor. Are you tired of being stuck in survival mode? Grief, sadness, Loss over what if? Are guil and shame holding you in bondage? Do you question life, wanting to give up? Is living a lie draining your life force? With Abandonment issues, comes Fear, Anxiety, and Trauma. Do you not feel being heard? Old coping self-destructive bad habits block your life and repeatedly set yourself up for failure! Let Leonie help you Reset that feeling of loss and hopelessness. Learn to Regain self-control, bring in balance, and find your Joy through acceptance.
Leonie is a Transformative Mindset Coach/counselor. Are you tired of being stuck in survival mode? Grief, sadness, Loss over what if? Are guil and shame holding you in bondage? Do you question life, wanting to give up? Is living a lie draining your life force? With Abandonment issues, comes Fear, Anxiety, and Trauma. Do you not feel being heard? Old coping self-destructive bad habits block your life and repeatedly set yourself up for failure! Let Leonie help you Reset that feeling of loss and hopelessness. Learn to Regain self-control, bring in balance, and find your Joy through acceptance.
087 250 0049 x24 View 087 250 0049 x24
Photo of Angie Rambaran, General Counsellor
Angie Rambaran
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9300
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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Photo of Sumarie Engelbrecht - Wholistic Mental Health Care, BSocSci Hons, Registered Counsellor
Wholistic Mental Health Care
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloemfontein 9300
Embrace empowerment on your journey to healing. Unwavering support for navigating life’s complexities and traumas. Feeling stuck and indecisive in life? Struggling to express your emotions freely? Overwhelmed by life's challenges? You do not have to face these challenges alone. Find your safe space paired with action-based counselling that creates a real-life impact.
Embrace empowerment on your journey to healing. Unwavering support for navigating life’s complexities and traumas. Feeling stuck and indecisive in life? Struggling to express your emotions freely? Overwhelmed by life's challenges? You do not have to face these challenges alone. Find your safe space paired with action-based counselling that creates a real-life impact.
087 250 2477 x86 View 087 250 2477 x86
Photo of Carel Pj Mouton, MA, Social Worker
Carel Pj Mouton
Social Worker, MA
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9300
I aim to enable men and women to thrive by becoming the best version of themselves. The process addresses trauma, anger, stress and anxiety within themselves and their relationships through emotional awareness and practical interventions. During the sessions, I strive to enable my clients to experience physical and emotional relief from stress, anxiety and embodied trauma.
I aim to enable men and women to thrive by becoming the best version of themselves. The process addresses trauma, anger, stress and anxiety within themselves and their relationships through emotional awareness and practical interventions. During the sessions, I strive to enable my clients to experience physical and emotional relief from stress, anxiety and embodied trauma.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counsellors

How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.

When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.

Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.