Family Psychologists and Therapists in Johannesburg
What feels impossible to carry alone often becomes more bearable when it is held in the right place. I'm Amy, a Clinical Psychologist in Johannesburg. I see children, adolescents, & adults across various difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationships, identity, substance use & more. My approach is primarily psychodynamic, exploring what lies beneath the surface, in the history & patterns that shape how you feel & move through the present. I can also draw on CBT, DBT, narrative & trauma-focused work when it helps. How we work together is shaped by who you are and what you need, rather than a fixed approach.
What feels impossible to carry alone often becomes more bearable when it is held in the right place. I'm Amy, a Clinical Psychologist in Johannesburg. I see children, adolescents, & adults across various difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationships, identity, substance use & more. My approach is primarily psychodynamic, exploring what lies beneath the surface, in the history & patterns that shape how you feel & move through the present. I can also draw on CBT, DBT, narrative & trauma-focused work when it helps. How we work together is shaped by who you are and what you need, rather than a fixed approach.
We all go through ups and downs in life. Although we can manage most of the things we go through, sometimes we may need someone to help us manage some of the challenges that we going through as they can be overwhelming. Therapy is a safe space to help us unpack and deal with what could be overwhelming me. Having an objective mind walking you through your own mind.
We all go through ups and downs in life. Although we can manage most of the things we go through, sometimes we may need someone to help us manage some of the challenges that we going through as they can be overwhelming. Therapy is a safe space to help us unpack and deal with what could be overwhelming me. Having an objective mind walking you through your own mind.
People often come to me with stress and burnout, relationship and family difficulties, self-esteem, and life and career transitions.
“When I accept myself just as I am, then I can change" - Carl Rogers. I am an HPCSA-registered counsellor working with adults, young adults, and older adolescents, both in-person and online. You might be here because something feels unsettled, unclear, or difficult to navigate, or because you are finding it hard to make sense of your thoughts, emotions, or current situation. Counselling offers a space to begin working through that, at your own pace. Change can feel overwhelming. It is daunting to imagine transforming into a whole other being. In reality, change can begin in small ways and still make a meaningful impact.
People often come to me with stress and burnout, relationship and family difficulties, self-esteem, and life and career transitions.
“When I accept myself just as I am, then I can change" - Carl Rogers. I am an HPCSA-registered counsellor working with adults, young adults, and older adolescents, both in-person and online. You might be here because something feels unsettled, unclear, or difficult to navigate, or because you are finding it hard to make sense of your thoughts, emotions, or current situation. Counselling offers a space to begin working through that, at your own pace. Change can feel overwhelming. It is daunting to imagine transforming into a whole other being. In reality, change can begin in small ways and still make a meaningful impact.
Social Worker focused on family preservation, rehabilitation and reunification services.
Our services include counselling of various matters such as bereavement, relationship challenges, emotional regulation. Other services include mediation services, child participation assessments, supervised visitations , bonding therapy, trauma support, Employee assistance programmes.
Social Worker focused on family preservation, rehabilitation and reunification services.
Our services include counselling of various matters such as bereavement, relationship challenges, emotional regulation. Other services include mediation services, child participation assessments, supervised visitations , bonding therapy, trauma support, Employee assistance programmes.
Hi! My name is Alex Dominique van der Struys, a Specialist Wellness Counsellor listed with the ASCHP. I hold a Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with my major being Counselling Psychology.
My calling in life is to be of service to others, which is why I moved into the Counselling setting. I make use of the Person-Centred approach, which is a non-directive, empathic method of Counselling. I work on empowering my clients in the therapeutic processes while establishing safety and rapport during sessions. It is your time, your place and your space without judgment to gain support.
Hi! My name is Alex Dominique van der Struys, a Specialist Wellness Counsellor listed with the ASCHP. I hold a Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with my major being Counselling Psychology.
My calling in life is to be of service to others, which is why I moved into the Counselling setting. I make use of the Person-Centred approach, which is a non-directive, empathic method of Counselling. I work on empowering my clients in the therapeutic processes while establishing safety and rapport during sessions. It is your time, your place and your space without judgment to gain support.
I offer psychotherapy for individuals, families/couples as well as psychological assessments.
Struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, bereavement, trauma etc.? Have you been having problems in your relationships? Have you been experiencing troubling emotions and thoughts? Or you are not quite sure what is the problem? Not to worry, I am here to assist you!
I offer psychotherapy for individuals, families/couples as well as psychological assessments.
Struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, bereavement, trauma etc.? Have you been having problems in your relationships? Have you been experiencing troubling emotions and thoughts? Or you are not quite sure what is the problem? Not to worry, I am here to assist you!
Dr Aqeela Mahomed is dual-licensed with the HPCSA as a Clinical Psychologist and Neuropsychologist. She uses her experience in both her fields of expertise to inform her integrative and holistic approach to client care. She has experience within community clinics, hospitals, and specialist psychiatric settings.
Dr Aqeela Mahomed is dual-licensed with the HPCSA as a Clinical Psychologist and Neuropsychologist. She uses her experience in both her fields of expertise to inform her integrative and holistic approach to client care. She has experience within community clinics, hospitals, and specialist psychiatric settings.
My ideal clients are teenagers and young adults who struggle to navigate the changing developmental stages of life. As a Wellness Counsellor, I serve to enhance the total wellbeing of my clients by making use of a systems approach to counselling. This means working towards achieving wholeness within the integrative unity of body, mind and spirit.
My ideal clients are teenagers and young adults who struggle to navigate the changing developmental stages of life. As a Wellness Counsellor, I serve to enhance the total wellbeing of my clients by making use of a systems approach to counselling. This means working towards achieving wholeness within the integrative unity of body, mind and spirit.
Lindelani Philasande Magubane is a black male counsellor and certified NLP & Life coach. Mr L.P. Magubane holds a Bachelors of Psychology Degree and B. Com Honours in Industrial Psychology. He completed both his qualifications at the University of Zululand. He has an experience of 10 years in private practice. He has worked with kids and adults. Lindelani Magubane: He follows an integrated framework and combines different therapeutic approaches to suit the unique needs of each person, according to their specific circumstances, needs and personality. Mr Magubane is registered with the Health Profession Council of South Africa
Lindelani Philasande Magubane is a black male counsellor and certified NLP & Life coach. Mr L.P. Magubane holds a Bachelors of Psychology Degree and B. Com Honours in Industrial Psychology. He completed both his qualifications at the University of Zululand. He has an experience of 10 years in private practice. He has worked with kids and adults. Lindelani Magubane: He follows an integrated framework and combines different therapeutic approaches to suit the unique needs of each person, according to their specific circumstances, needs and personality. Mr Magubane is registered with the Health Profession Council of South Africa
In addition to individual therapy, I also offer couples therapy, family therapy, and parent infant psychotherapy (under 5s).
Psychotherapy provides a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space in which to explore and better understand yourself, your relationships and your challenges or difficulties. I am fluent in Afrikaans and English. I am trained in a number of approaches, such as Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Narrative therapy, and Solution-focused Therapy. I work integratively, depending on the needs and best interest of the client.
In addition to individual therapy, I also offer couples therapy, family therapy, and parent infant psychotherapy (under 5s).
Psychotherapy provides a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space in which to explore and better understand yourself, your relationships and your challenges or difficulties. I am fluent in Afrikaans and English. I am trained in a number of approaches, such as Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Narrative therapy, and Solution-focused Therapy. I work integratively, depending on the needs and best interest of the client.
I work with clients who are struggling with day to day life challenges ( family, individual, truama, substance related and much more).
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or a little stuck right now—and that’s okay. Life can be a lot. Whether you’re facing anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, or a big life change, you don’t have to go through it alone.
I offer a safe, supportive space where you can talk openly and feel truly heard, without judgement. Sometimes it starts with a good chat and a good cup of coffee.
Together, we’ll gently explore what’s going on, build resilience, and find healthier ways to cope—so you can move forward with more clarity, confidence, and wellbeing.
I work with clients who are struggling with day to day life challenges ( family, individual, truama, substance related and much more).
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or a little stuck right now—and that’s okay. Life can be a lot. Whether you’re facing anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, or a big life change, you don’t have to go through it alone.
I offer a safe, supportive space where you can talk openly and feel truly heard, without judgement. Sometimes it starts with a good chat and a good cup of coffee.
Together, we’ll gently explore what’s going on, build resilience, and find healthier ways to cope—so you can move forward with more clarity, confidence, and wellbeing.
I am a registered Specialist Wellness Counsellor with experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and groups across private practice and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) settings.
My approach is person-centred and integrative, offering a calm, reflective space to slow down, build emotional awareness, and develop healthier coping strategies. I have experience working in Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and private practice settings, supporting work-related stress, adjustment difficulties, and psychosocial challenges.
I am a registered Specialist Wellness Counsellor with experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and groups across private practice and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) settings.
My approach is person-centred and integrative, offering a calm, reflective space to slow down, build emotional awareness, and develop healthier coping strategies. I have experience working in Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and private practice settings, supporting work-related stress, adjustment difficulties, and psychosocial challenges.
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.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re trying to balance personal growth, relationships, career decisions, and emotional wellbeing. Many of my clients are professionals, leaders, and everyday people who are doing their best but feel stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from what truly matters. I help you pause, reflect, and reset without pressure or judgment. Whether you're navigating career transitions, burnout, relationship challenges, or self-doubt, our work together is about clarity, emotional resilience, and realistic next steps. This isn’t about fixing you. You’re not broken. It’s about creating space for you to be yourself.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re trying to balance personal growth, relationships, career decisions, and emotional wellbeing. Many of my clients are professionals, leaders, and everyday people who are doing their best but feel stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from what truly matters. I help you pause, reflect, and reset without pressure or judgment. Whether you're navigating career transitions, burnout, relationship challenges, or self-doubt, our work together is about clarity, emotional resilience, and realistic next steps. This isn’t about fixing you. You’re not broken. It’s about creating space for you to be yourself.
We work from an evidence-based therapeutic modalities to address a myriad of psychological disorders.
We work from an evidence-based therapeutic modalities to address a myriad of psychological disorders.
As we move through life, we may find ourselves stuck, overwhelmed, or at a crossroads. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to reflect on what is happening for you, understand your patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and explore practical ways of coping and moving forward.
As we move through life, we may find ourselves stuck, overwhelmed, or at a crossroads. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to reflect on what is happening for you, understand your patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and explore practical ways of coping and moving forward.
It is of great importance to me to create a safe environment for my clients to work through their everyday difficulties. Life is tough but so are you. You do not have to walk this journey alone, let's walk it together to ensure that you are functioning at your best and reach your fullest potential. Tribulations and shortcomings should not be given the power to define and dictate how we live our lives but rather let's take our power back and use it to optimise our daily functioning through counselling. One wise person once said: "If it is out of your hands, it deserves freedom from your mind too." Grow through what you go through.
It is of great importance to me to create a safe environment for my clients to work through their everyday difficulties. Life is tough but so are you. You do not have to walk this journey alone, let's walk it together to ensure that you are functioning at your best and reach your fullest potential. Tribulations and shortcomings should not be given the power to define and dictate how we live our lives but rather let's take our power back and use it to optimise our daily functioning through counselling. One wise person once said: "If it is out of your hands, it deserves freedom from your mind too." Grow through what you go through.
Are you facing challenges related to your sexuality or life in general? Sexuality is a deeply personal and authentic aspect of our identity, rooted in our heritage, values, and individual experiences. It encompasses our gender roles, sexual orientation, intimacy, pleasure, and even the legacy of how we connect with ourselves and others. Life, too, with its highs and lows, from career struggles to financial stress, addiction, and more, can challenge our sense of self and sustainability.
Are you facing challenges related to your sexuality or life in general? Sexuality is a deeply personal and authentic aspect of our identity, rooted in our heritage, values, and individual experiences. It encompasses our gender roles, sexual orientation, intimacy, pleasure, and even the legacy of how we connect with ourselves and others. Life, too, with its highs and lows, from career struggles to financial stress, addiction, and more, can challenge our sense of self and sustainability.
My psychotherapy approach is client orientated, integrative and has a holistic focus. I utilise knowledge, tools and techniques from multiple psychotherapeutic approaches to understand the cause and perpetuating factors contributing to my clients’ difficulties. This allows me to work collaboratively with them, to help them work through and overcome their problems. My focus emphasizes balancing clients’ psychological, emotional, relational and physical well-being to help them learn to manage all aspects of their lives. My aim is not only to help my clients, but to give them the tools and insights they need to notice problems arise.
My psychotherapy approach is client orientated, integrative and has a holistic focus. I utilise knowledge, tools and techniques from multiple psychotherapeutic approaches to understand the cause and perpetuating factors contributing to my clients’ difficulties. This allows me to work collaboratively with them, to help them work through and overcome their problems. My focus emphasizes balancing clients’ psychological, emotional, relational and physical well-being to help them learn to manage all aspects of their lives. My aim is not only to help my clients, but to give them the tools and insights they need to notice problems arise.
I bring fresh insight and experience in helping individuals, couples, parents and families in crisis to help them with tools to navigate challenges in their lives.
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 bring fresh insight and experience in helping individuals, couples, parents and families in crisis to help them with tools to navigate challenges in their lives.
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.
Nearby Family Therapy Counsellors Searches for Johannesburg
- Auckland Park
- Braamfontein
- Greenside
- Houghton
- Killarney
- Melville
- Mulbarton
- Parktown North
- Parkview
- Parkwood
- Saxonwold
- Westcliffe
FAQ - About Family Therapy
What issues does family therapy help with?
Family therapy can help families navigate the complex dynamics of family life, including communication challenges and recurring conflict between family members. A therapist can help family members identify dysfunctional patterns in communication and develop healthier ways of relating. Family therapy may also be helpful during major life transitions or stressful events that affect the family system, such as grief, divorce, trauma, relocation, or a serious illness. In some cases, family therapy can support families coping with specific mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, alcohol or substance use disorders, and eating disorders. In these situations, therapy can provide education and support to family members, as well as to the individual with the mental health diagnosis.
How do I know if my family needs counselling?
Family therapy may be helpful if a family consistently struggles with conflict or communication in a way that affects daily life or relationships. It can also be beneficial when someone in the family is experiencing significant emotional or behavioural changes, such as a family member becoming aggressive, withdrawing, or struggling to cope after a traumatic event. Additionally, some concerns, such as addiction or eating disorders, may be especially important to address in the context of the family unit.
Who attends family counselling sessions?
Family counselling sessions are often attended by members of the immediate family, such as parents, caregivers, children, or siblings. However, other family members may attend when appropriate, including grandparents, stepparents, stepsiblings, or co-parents. Who attends may depend on the family’s needs, the therapist’s recommendations, and the goals of treatment.
Can family therapy be done online?
Family therapy can often be done online. Virtual sessions may be especially convenient when family members live in different locations, have busy schedules, or live in an area where family therapists are less accessible. However, online therapy may not be the best fit for every family. In-person care may be more appropriate when there are safety concerns, severe conflict, limited privacy at home, or when young children have difficulty engaging through a screen.
What therapeutic approaches are used in family counselling?
Family therapy can take different forms, including systemic family therapy (exploring how individual actions affect the family), structural family therapy (uncovering the structure and relationship dynamics of the family unit), and attachment-based family therapy (focusing on how bonds between family members shape relationships). Family therapy may also include psychoeducation, which helps family members learn more about a mental health condition and how to respond to it more effectively.
How much does family therapy cost and is it covered by insurance?
In South Africa, family therapy is often paid out of pocket and sessions usually range from around R1000 to R3000 or more, depending on factors such as location, therapist experience, session length, and practice setting. Some medical schemes may provide partial coverage for family therapy, depending on the plan and whether the service is considered clinically necessary. Public or lower-cost support may also be available through government health services or community organisations, although availability can vary by area.