Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Therapists in Craighall Park
From birth, we are faced with moments that have a profound impact on the ways in which we relate with ourselves, others, and our surroundings. Our many moments of nurture, and the varying painful lived experiences leave us with overwhelming emotions that shift the ways we show up in our lives. Sometimes these pockets of our lived experiences are made sense of with the adequate care and support, and sometimes they are left in the corners of our mind, not seen, but are felt as we carry the unconscious weight of parts of who we are. Psychotherapy is a space where we may find empathic understanding of who we are, in all our intricacies.
From birth, we are faced with moments that have a profound impact on the ways in which we relate with ourselves, others, and our surroundings. Our many moments of nurture, and the varying painful lived experiences leave us with overwhelming emotions that shift the ways we show up in our lives. Sometimes these pockets of our lived experiences are made sense of with the adequate care and support, and sometimes they are left in the corners of our mind, not seen, but are felt as we carry the unconscious weight of parts of who we are. Psychotherapy is a space where we may find empathic understanding of who we are, in all our intricacies.
I am a clinical psychologist working with adults and couples. People choose to start therapy for different reasons. Some may be facing a distressing time, whereas others may have long-standing difficulties which hold them back from a more fulfilling life. Therapy provides support and insight to effectively manage your difficulties, whilst accounting for your unique experience. It is a space to process your emotions, explore your behaviours and better understand yourself and your relationship dynamics. Couple's therapy can help you to understand and constructively address complex relationship dynamics to promote emotional connection.
I am a clinical psychologist working with adults and couples. People choose to start therapy for different reasons. Some may be facing a distressing time, whereas others may have long-standing difficulties which hold them back from a more fulfilling life. Therapy provides support and insight to effectively manage your difficulties, whilst accounting for your unique experience. It is a space to process your emotions, explore your behaviours and better understand yourself and your relationship dynamics. Couple's therapy can help you to understand and constructively address complex relationship dynamics to promote emotional connection.
We all struggle to cope with the challenges of life from time to time and starting therapy can offer you a grounded space of support. I am a Clinical Psychologist and offer a nurturing and private space, for you to unpack your thoughts and gain clarity. Psychotherapy is an ideal platform to explore your pain, give words to unspoken trauma and help you manage when you feel overwhelmed, down or anxious. My way of working lends itself better to medium or longer-term psychotherapy as I enjoy doing depth work with my patients. This includes exploring how our earliest experiences influence how we see oursehow we connect with others.
We all struggle to cope with the challenges of life from time to time and starting therapy can offer you a grounded space of support. I am a Clinical Psychologist and offer a nurturing and private space, for you to unpack your thoughts and gain clarity. Psychotherapy is an ideal platform to explore your pain, give words to unspoken trauma and help you manage when you feel overwhelmed, down or anxious. My way of working lends itself better to medium or longer-term psychotherapy as I enjoy doing depth work with my patients. This includes exploring how our earliest experiences influence how we see oursehow we connect with others.
However, I may also integrate mentalisation, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioural, solution-focused, existential, and dialectical-behavioural approaches, to ensure that treatment is effective and aligned with your goals.
Hello and welcome!
Life's challenges can affect both our emotional and mental wellbeing, as well as our relationships and aspects of our daily lives. Whether you're seeking to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, facing a difficult chapter in your life, or experiencing significant distress, I am here to meet you where you are at! My aim is to create a warm, safe, and caring space where you feel truly heard, understood, and comfortable to be yourself. A place where you can reflect, process, gain deeper insight, and find practical solutions—empowering you to move forward with greater clarity, personal growth and wellbeing.
However, I may also integrate mentalisation, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioural, solution-focused, existential, and dialectical-behavioural approaches, to ensure that treatment is effective and aligned with your goals.
Hello and welcome!
Life's challenges can affect both our emotional and mental wellbeing, as well as our relationships and aspects of our daily lives. Whether you're seeking to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, facing a difficult chapter in your life, or experiencing significant distress, I am here to meet you where you are at! My aim is to create a warm, safe, and caring space where you feel truly heard, understood, and comfortable to be yourself. A place where you can reflect, process, gain deeper insight, and find practical solutions—empowering you to move forward with greater clarity, personal growth and wellbeing.
My name is Sybrand Hagan. I am a clinical psychologist based in Blairgowrie, Johannesburg. I offer psychotherapy for adolescents and adults who experience a range of psychological difficulties. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and I tailor my therapeutic approach to suit the specific needs of each person. My aim is to offer a safe and non-judgemental space where you are able to explore the difficulties in your life, whether these are difficulties that you are currently facing or a pattern in your thoughts and behaviours that have caused a lack of satisfaction in your life.
My name is Sybrand Hagan. I am a clinical psychologist based in Blairgowrie, Johannesburg. I offer psychotherapy for adolescents and adults who experience a range of psychological difficulties. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and I tailor my therapeutic approach to suit the specific needs of each person. My aim is to offer a safe and non-judgemental space where you are able to explore the difficulties in your life, whether these are difficulties that you are currently facing or a pattern in your thoughts and behaviours that have caused a lack of satisfaction in your life.
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Life can feel overwhelming when the weight of work, relationships, and everyday demands pile up and sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. I’m Chuma Ndovela, a registered counsellor based in Pretoria, and I created Grounded as a space where you can slow down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and find your footing.
I work with working professionals navigating stress and anxiety, individuals seeking deeper self-awareness and personal growth, couples working through relational challenges, and organisations looking for meaningful wellness support. Whatever brings you here, my aim is for you to feel genuinely heard.
Life can feel overwhelming when the weight of work, relationships, and everyday demands pile up and sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. I’m Chuma Ndovela, a registered counsellor based in Pretoria, and I created Grounded as a space where you can slow down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and find your footing.
I work with working professionals navigating stress and anxiety, individuals seeking deeper self-awareness and personal growth, couples working through relational challenges, and organisations looking for meaningful wellness support. Whatever brings you here, my aim is for you to feel genuinely heard.
Although therapy can sometimes be a daunting step to take, I strive to create a safe environment where you can feel at ease to talk and to work through the struggles you are facing. I offer individual therapy to children, adolescents and adults as well as assessments. My areas of interest include autism spectrum disorder, behavioural difficulties, depression, anxiety and adjustment.
Although therapy can sometimes be a daunting step to take, I strive to create a safe environment where you can feel at ease to talk and to work through the struggles you are facing. I offer individual therapy to children, adolescents and adults as well as assessments. My areas of interest include autism spectrum disorder, behavioural difficulties, depression, anxiety and adjustment.
I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities, including Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), while also employing an integrative approach tailored to the unique needs of my clients.
My practice honours the psychological processes, cultural identities, and belief systems that shape my clients’ experiences. I offer support for a wide range of psychological challenges, including anxiety, trauma, adjustment difficulties, depression, bipolar disorder, grief and bereavement, and personality-related concerns.
I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities, including Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), while also employing an integrative approach tailored to the unique needs of my clients.
My practice honours the psychological processes, cultural identities, and belief systems that shape my clients’ experiences. I offer support for a wide range of psychological challenges, including anxiety, trauma, adjustment difficulties, depression, bipolar disorder, grief and bereavement, and personality-related concerns.
I am experienced in using CBT, DBT, Solution-focused Brief Therapy and Trauma focused therapies.
Life can feel very heavy when you’re going through a hard time. Whether you are grieving a loss, feeling stuck, or struggling with anger, anxiety and trauma, you don't have to carry that weight by yourself.
I am here to meet you exactly as you are with no judgment. Together, we will work to make sense of your past and your relationships with yourself and others so you better manage the feeling of overwhelm. My goal is to help you find healing and feel like you are back in control of your own life. You deserve to feel grounded, calm, and whole again.
I am experienced in using CBT, DBT, Solution-focused Brief Therapy and Trauma focused therapies.
Life can feel very heavy when you’re going through a hard time. Whether you are grieving a loss, feeling stuck, or struggling with anger, anxiety and trauma, you don't have to carry that weight by yourself.
I am here to meet you exactly as you are with no judgment. Together, we will work to make sense of your past and your relationships with yourself and others so you better manage the feeling of overwhelm. My goal is to help you find healing and feel like you are back in control of your own life. You deserve to feel grounded, calm, and whole again.
If you are looking for therapy that goes beyond simply asking, “How does that make you feel?”, you are in the right place.
I work primarily with adults and teens navigating anxiety, relational trauma and identity transitions. Many of my clients are capable and high-functioning, yet privately overwhelmed by perfectionism, people-pleasing, emotional shutdown or repeated relationship patterns.
With a Master’s degree in Neuropsychology, I bring a strong understanding of how the brain, nervous system and early experiences shape present-day behaviour. In therapy we look beneath the surface of these patterns.
If you are looking for therapy that goes beyond simply asking, “How does that make you feel?”, you are in the right place.
I work primarily with adults and teens navigating anxiety, relational trauma and identity transitions. Many of my clients are capable and high-functioning, yet privately overwhelmed by perfectionism, people-pleasing, emotional shutdown or repeated relationship patterns.
With a Master’s degree in Neuropsychology, I bring a strong understanding of how the brain, nervous system and early experiences shape present-day behaviour. In therapy we look beneath the surface of these patterns.
I work with individuals of all ages, with a special focus on teenagers and adults, helping them navigate emotional and behavioral challenges. If you're seeking support for trauma, anxiety, depression, or any significant life transition, I am here to walk with you on your journey. Together, we will work to develop healing, healthy coping strategies, and empowerment to create lasting change in your life.
I work with individuals of all ages, with a special focus on teenagers and adults, helping them navigate emotional and behavioral challenges. If you're seeking support for trauma, anxiety, depression, or any significant life transition, I am here to walk with you on your journey. Together, we will work to develop healing, healthy coping strategies, and empowerment to create lasting change in your life.
Hi, I'm Bianca.
I know that seeking support is not always an easy decision. Whether you are facing a specific challenge or finding yourself stuck in familiar patterns, therapy can provide a space to explore, understand and work towards meaningful change.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, grief and life transitions. My approach is informed by Schema Therapy, CBT and DBT. It is tailored to each individual's needs.
I offer both in-person and online therapy, and am fluent in English and Afrikaans.
Hi, I'm Bianca.
I know that seeking support is not always an easy decision. Whether you are facing a specific challenge or finding yourself stuck in familiar patterns, therapy can provide a space to explore, understand and work towards meaningful change.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, grief and life transitions. My approach is informed by Schema Therapy, CBT and DBT. It is tailored to each individual's needs.
I offer both in-person and online therapy, and am fluent in English and Afrikaans.
Starting counselling can feel daunting, but you don't have to face life's challenges alone. You don't have to keep pretending you're okay when you're carrying emotional pain, unresolved trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, or the weight of overwhelming life experiences. Healing doesn't begin when you have all the answers,it begins when you feel safe enough to be seen, heard, and understood.
As a Specialist Wellness Counsellor, Trauma Practitioner, Social Neuroscientist, and ordained minister, I provide a compassionate, evidence-informed space where you can explore your experiences without judgement.
Starting counselling can feel daunting, but you don't have to face life's challenges alone. You don't have to keep pretending you're okay when you're carrying emotional pain, unresolved trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, or the weight of overwhelming life experiences. Healing doesn't begin when you have all the answers,it begins when you feel safe enough to be seen, heard, and understood.
As a Specialist Wellness Counsellor, Trauma Practitioner, Social Neuroscientist, and ordained minister, I provide a compassionate, evidence-informed space where you can explore your experiences without judgement.
The journey of life is one of survival, joy and intense moments of struggle. It can feel overwhelming and at times like you are stuck. I believe that every person can benefit from seeing a psychologist to work through their challenges. I enjoy working with individuals who want to understand their minds, behaviours and how their past and present may impact their futures. I focus on talk-based and somatic psychotherapy, integrating various psychological approaches based on your needs. My passion for holistic mental health care stems from the belief that all parts of us are intimately interconnected, and we do not exist in isolation.
The journey of life is one of survival, joy and intense moments of struggle. It can feel overwhelming and at times like you are stuck. I believe that every person can benefit from seeing a psychologist to work through their challenges. I enjoy working with individuals who want to understand their minds, behaviours and how their past and present may impact their futures. I focus on talk-based and somatic psychotherapy, integrating various psychological approaches based on your needs. My passion for holistic mental health care stems from the belief that all parts of us are intimately interconnected, and we do not exist in isolation.
An award winning Life, Career, and Executive coach for over 16 years in fulltime practice, my purpose is to help you live a fulfilled, happy, and successful life. I have an MSc in Psychology (cum laude), a life coaching certification (with distinction) and a post-grad business qualification from Wits Business School.
Areas of focus include: Life coaching;
Self-esteem and self-confidence;
Stress, anxiety, and depression;
Navigating personal change;
Overcoming trauma;
Overcoming fears;
Relationships;
Behaviour Change;
Dealing with ADHD.
I offer a caring and appropriately challenging space to enable you to become who you want to be.
An award winning Life, Career, and Executive coach for over 16 years in fulltime practice, my purpose is to help you live a fulfilled, happy, and successful life. I have an MSc in Psychology (cum laude), a life coaching certification (with distinction) and a post-grad business qualification from Wits Business School.
Areas of focus include: Life coaching;
Self-esteem and self-confidence;
Stress, anxiety, and depression;
Navigating personal change;
Overcoming trauma;
Overcoming fears;
Relationships;
Behaviour Change;
Dealing with ADHD.
I offer a caring and appropriately challenging space to enable you to become who you want to be.
At times other modalities might be indicated, such as CBT, DBT, ACT or BWRT.
Therapy can be daunting & confrontational at times, even confusing. Yet feeling vulnerable & exposed at times are appropriate states to traverse when a deeper exploration of current difficulties in relation to unconscious patterns is undertaken. As an HPCSA- and BHF-registered Clinical Psychologist, I am here to guide you with curiosity, kindness and evidence-based interventions. I am also a registered BWRT (Level One) practitioner. My special interests include maternal mental well-being, grief and trauma, as well as mood, anxiety and psychotic disorders. Adolescents, adults and couples welcome. Therapy in English & Afrikaans.
At times other modalities might be indicated, such as CBT, DBT, ACT or BWRT.
Therapy can be daunting & confrontational at times, even confusing. Yet feeling vulnerable & exposed at times are appropriate states to traverse when a deeper exploration of current difficulties in relation to unconscious patterns is undertaken. As an HPCSA- and BHF-registered Clinical Psychologist, I am here to guide you with curiosity, kindness and evidence-based interventions. I am also a registered BWRT (Level One) practitioner. My special interests include maternal mental well-being, grief and trauma, as well as mood, anxiety and psychotic disorders. Adolescents, adults and couples welcome. Therapy in English & Afrikaans.
I believe that my role is to facilitate healing, growth and increased self awareness in my clients. This comes from my understanding that as people we face different life challenges and are often in conflict with the everchanging circumstances of our lives. We all use different coping skills to adapt to life and at times our coping skills are not sufficient and we are left feeling overwhelmed, helpless and hopeless. Mine is to journey with you through your process in identifying obstacles, removing of symptoms and lessening the pain while positioning yourself well within important social systems for self fulfilment.
I believe that my role is to facilitate healing, growth and increased self awareness in my clients. This comes from my understanding that as people we face different life challenges and are often in conflict with the everchanging circumstances of our lives. We all use different coping skills to adapt to life and at times our coping skills are not sufficient and we are left feeling overwhelmed, helpless and hopeless. Mine is to journey with you through your process in identifying obstacles, removing of symptoms and lessening the pain while positioning yourself well within important social systems for self fulfilment.
The patient therapist fit is extremely important.No holding or containment can take place until the patient feels safe.I am caring and compassionate and my patients feel contained and feel accepted and safe in the space.Many of them have been through severe trauma and pain and this very often is converted into bodily pain.I have helped several patients in their struggle with chronic pain.
The patient therapist fit is extremely important.No holding or containment can take place until the patient feels safe.I am caring and compassionate and my patients feel contained and feel accepted and safe in the space.Many of them have been through severe trauma and pain and this very often is converted into bodily pain.I have helped several patients in their struggle with chronic pain.
I use practical approaches like DBT and motivational interviewing to help you cope with stress, grief, anxiety, or life changes.
Is your teenager struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, school pressure, friendships, or emotional challenges?
Are you a student or young adult feeling overwhelmed, stuck, unmotivated, or uncertain about your next steps?
I provide specialised therapeutic support for teens and young adults, helping them navigate life's challenges, build resilience, and develop practical strategies for coping and growth.
For convenience, I work out of two office spaces. One in Randburg, close to the Sandotn Clinic on Bram Fischer Drive, and another in Illovo at Illovo Square.
I use practical approaches like DBT and motivational interviewing to help you cope with stress, grief, anxiety, or life changes.
Is your teenager struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, school pressure, friendships, or emotional challenges?
Are you a student or young adult feeling overwhelmed, stuck, unmotivated, or uncertain about your next steps?
I provide specialised therapeutic support for teens and young adults, helping them navigate life's challenges, build resilience, and develop practical strategies for coping and growth.
For convenience, I work out of two office spaces. One in Randburg, close to the Sandotn Clinic on Bram Fischer Drive, and another in Illovo at Illovo Square.
I believe everyone has the ability to create a life worth living, yet modern life often presents us with challenges that feel overwhelming and prevent us living congruently with our authentic values. Whether you are navigating a sudden crisis, managing a chronic condition, or want to better understand yourself and your relationships, psychotherapy can be a catalyst for insight, relief, change or resilience. I don’t believe in a "one size fits all" approach and use evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs.
I believe everyone has the ability to create a life worth living, yet modern life often presents us with challenges that feel overwhelming and prevent us living congruently with our authentic values. Whether you are navigating a sudden crisis, managing a chronic condition, or want to better understand yourself and your relationships, psychotherapy can be a catalyst for insight, relief, change or resilience. I don’t believe in a "one size fits all" approach and use evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs.
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Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counsellors
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behaviour and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behaviour, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioural change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.