Psychodynamic Therapists in Kyalami

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Nkululeko Benedict Mhlongo
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
If you’re looking for quality therapy sessions with a certified Psychologist that cares, then you’ve come to the right place. I guide my patients every step of the way and implement various methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Schedule an appointment today and see what I can do for you. Your well-being is my ultimate concern. am currently presenting an empowering and interventionist Show called ‘Roxic” on Sabc 1 that assist people in toxic relationships around South Africa.
If you’re looking for quality therapy sessions with a certified Psychologist that cares, then you’ve come to the right place. I guide my patients every step of the way and implement various methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Schedule an appointment today and see what I can do for you. Your well-being is my ultimate concern. am currently presenting an empowering and interventionist Show called ‘Roxic” on Sabc 1 that assist people in toxic relationships around South Africa.
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Dr. Kealogetswe Maureen Mongale
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Life Coach with many years combined experience in part-time private practice and Human Resources. Amongst others, in HR, I ran the psychometric and coaching practices. In my clinical private practice, I diagnose existing and potential psychological disorders including emotional and behavioral problems. My psychological services also encompass, psychotherapy for adults and families on mental health challenges and everyday life stresses. Stress, anxiety, depression and burnout have become common experiences for most people. There are positive ways of dealing with such dysfunctions.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Life Coach with many years combined experience in part-time private practice and Human Resources. Amongst others, in HR, I ran the psychometric and coaching practices. In my clinical private practice, I diagnose existing and potential psychological disorders including emotional and behavioral problems. My psychological services also encompass, psychotherapy for adults and families on mental health challenges and everyday life stresses. Stress, anxiety, depression and burnout have become common experiences for most people. There are positive ways of dealing with such dysfunctions.
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Jody De Reuck
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
My ideal client is anybody who has suffered with a mental health issue such as, depression, anxiety, eating disorder, trauma, difficulties with a relationship or a desire to truly self actualize. This client is truly fed up and ready to heal or doesn't want to waste time just growing in awareness, but truly wants to see shifts in patterns of behavior and thinking.
My ideal client is anybody who has suffered with a mental health issue such as, depression, anxiety, eating disorder, trauma, difficulties with a relationship or a desire to truly self actualize. This client is truly fed up and ready to heal or doesn't want to waste time just growing in awareness, but truly wants to see shifts in patterns of behavior and thinking.
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Alida Bonnet
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I work with teenagers, young adults and adults. I believe that every person would benefit from seeing a psychologist, when they are ready. This is a warm and empathic space where you can come as you are to gain support for working through whatever challenges you may face. It is a safe, judgement-free environment. I strive to create a collaborative partnership with my clients that aims to empower them to gain insight, find their existing resilience and resources of strength, and take action toward their true desired change.
I work with teenagers, young adults and adults. I believe that every person would benefit from seeing a psychologist, when they are ready. This is a warm and empathic space where you can come as you are to gain support for working through whatever challenges you may face. It is a safe, judgement-free environment. I strive to create a collaborative partnership with my clients that aims to empower them to gain insight, find their existing resilience and resources of strength, and take action toward their true desired change.
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Julia Kuhn
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I am a psychodynamic therapist.
It takes some courage to take the decision to come to psychotherapy. You may have experienced a sudden painful disruption in your life which has thrown into question your beliefs about your relationships, yourself and the world, creating a loss of safety. Or perhaps the difficult feelings have been building over time, but you can no longer push them out of mind and tell yourself to bear it and carry on. It can feel both hopeful and frightening to come to therapy. The thought of talking about very personal things to a stranger is understandably anxiety provoking and the need for emotional safety to do so, is essential.
I am a psychodynamic therapist.
It takes some courage to take the decision to come to psychotherapy. You may have experienced a sudden painful disruption in your life which has thrown into question your beliefs about your relationships, yourself and the world, creating a loss of safety. Or perhaps the difficult feelings have been building over time, but you can no longer push them out of mind and tell yourself to bear it and carry on. It can feel both hopeful and frightening to come to therapy. The thought of talking about very personal things to a stranger is understandably anxiety provoking and the need for emotional safety to do so, is essential.
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Keagan Richard Gouws
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Drawing from cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic therapies, I tailor our sessions to meet your individual needs and goals.
As a clinical psychologist, I'm passionate about building genuine connections with my clients. I believe in creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself, without fear of judgment. My approach is all about empathy and understanding, because I know that feeling truly heard is the first step towards growth. Trust is the foundation of our relationship, and I'm here to walk alongside you as you navigate life's ups and downs, celebrating your successes and helping you through the tough times.
Drawing from cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic therapies, I tailor our sessions to meet your individual needs and goals.
As a clinical psychologist, I'm passionate about building genuine connections with my clients. I believe in creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself, without fear of judgment. My approach is all about empathy and understanding, because I know that feeling truly heard is the first step towards growth. Trust is the foundation of our relationship, and I'm here to walk alongside you as you navigate life's ups and downs, celebrating your successes and helping you through the tough times.
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Siphumulile (Phumi) Nqoko
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Bryanston 2191
I am a psychologist who works from a psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural perspective.
In life, we face many challenges that affect us on different levels. These may include stress, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, trauma and many others. How we deal with these challenges is important so that we can be mentally and physically healthy and live fulfilling lives. Sometimes, we just need someone to lend an ear and other times we need a professional to guide us in our process of healing. When working with clients, I believe that each client has the internal resources that can facilitate change and that thorugh a safe and non - judgmental space this can be achieved.
I am a psychologist who works from a psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural perspective.
In life, we face many challenges that affect us on different levels. These may include stress, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, trauma and many others. How we deal with these challenges is important so that we can be mentally and physically healthy and live fulfilling lives. Sometimes, we just need someone to lend an ear and other times we need a professional to guide us in our process of healing. When working with clients, I believe that each client has the internal resources that can facilitate change and that thorugh a safe and non - judgmental space this can be achieved.
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Natasha Merlo
Social Worker, MSocSci, SACSSP
Serves Area
I am informed by Person-Centred and Psychodynamic Therapy but generally adopt a holistic and integrated approach, drawing from a range of modalities and techniques, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Mindfulness when appropriate.
Sometimes the greatest source of distress isn't a single event, it's the feeling that you keep living the same story. The same self-doubt. The same relationships. The same ways of coping that no longer serve you. You may know these patterns well, yet still feel unable to change them. You may have spent years trying to understand yourself. You've read the books, listened to the podcasts, talked things through with friends, and perhaps even been to therapy before. Meaningful change begins with understanding. Therapy offers the opportunity to slow down and make sense of those patterns.
I am informed by Person-Centred and Psychodynamic Therapy but generally adopt a holistic and integrated approach, drawing from a range of modalities and techniques, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Mindfulness when appropriate.
Sometimes the greatest source of distress isn't a single event, it's the feeling that you keep living the same story. The same self-doubt. The same relationships. The same ways of coping that no longer serve you. You may know these patterns well, yet still feel unable to change them. You may have spent years trying to understand yourself. You've read the books, listened to the podcasts, talked things through with friends, and perhaps even been to therapy before. Meaningful change begins with understanding. Therapy offers the opportunity to slow down and make sense of those patterns.
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Marilise Nel
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Sandton 2196
Life can bring many challenges that are hard to deal with alone. By seeing a psychologist, you can express your concerns freely in a confidential setting and make sense of your thoughts. Through this process, you can attain a sense of ease and well-being in the relationship with yourself and others. I work with corporate clients online, adults and teens. I offer Psychotherapy and counselling to assist with loss, depression, uncertainty and life challenges.
Life can bring many challenges that are hard to deal with alone. By seeing a psychologist, you can express your concerns freely in a confidential setting and make sense of your thoughts. Through this process, you can attain a sense of ease and well-being in the relationship with yourself and others. I work with corporate clients online, adults and teens. I offer Psychotherapy and counselling to assist with loss, depression, uncertainty and life challenges.
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Therapy&Art_Nikita Smit
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons
Moregloed 0186
Are you tired of searching for the ideal therapist to help you work through past trauma and other mental health challenges? If you are and are open to try a different approach to mental health, give me a go. I have been practicing since 2013 and have substantial experience working with adults and children who struggle with moderate to severe mental health challenges. Therapy&Art was established in 2018 after a need for the use of non-verbal mediums during therapy was identified when working with people dealing with trauma. I specialized in trauma and utilize psychotherapy, TIR, and art therapy to help clients work through trauma.
Are you tired of searching for the ideal therapist to help you work through past trauma and other mental health challenges? If you are and are open to try a different approach to mental health, give me a go. I have been practicing since 2013 and have substantial experience working with adults and children who struggle with moderate to severe mental health challenges. Therapy&Art was established in 2018 after a need for the use of non-verbal mediums during therapy was identified when working with people dealing with trauma. I specialized in trauma and utilize psychotherapy, TIR, and art therapy to help clients work through trauma.
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David Coleman
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Saxonwold 2196
I am a clinical psychologist working primarily with adolescents and adults in private practice. As a practitioner, my approach is, primarily, psychodynamic which explores individual unconscious processes as well as the influence of early developmental experiences on immediate quality of life. I also work from a relational position which examines our social context including interpersonal interactions. I understand that embarking on therapy can feel overwhelming and may evoke mixed feelings for many. My intention is to create a containing and collaborative space, one where the client can feel understood, recognized and secure.
I am a clinical psychologist working primarily with adolescents and adults in private practice. As a practitioner, my approach is, primarily, psychodynamic which explores individual unconscious processes as well as the influence of early developmental experiences on immediate quality of life. I also work from a relational position which examines our social context including interpersonal interactions. I understand that embarking on therapy can feel overwhelming and may evoke mixed feelings for many. My intention is to create a containing and collaborative space, one where the client can feel understood, recognized and secure.
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Eden Nelson Clinical psychologist
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Sandton 2191
I use an integrative and eclectic approach mainly rooted in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
I am a registered clinical psychologist who believes that healing begins in spaces where people feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood. My work is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and respect for the complexity of each person’s lived experience. I strive to create a therapeutic environment that feels safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental—one where difficult emotions can be explored at a pace that feels right for you.
I use an integrative and eclectic approach mainly rooted in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
I am a registered clinical psychologist who believes that healing begins in spaces where people feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood. My work is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and respect for the complexity of each person’s lived experience. I strive to create a therapeutic environment that feels safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental—one where difficult emotions can be explored at a pace that feels right for you.
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Jordan du Toit
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Melville 2109
Waitlist for new clients
I specialise in psychodynamic psychotherapy.
I enjoy working with individuals who want to understand their minds and how their past and present may impact their futures. I focus on talk-based therapy by creating a harmonious and safe relationship to explore you and your life together. I don't work in a way that is directly focused on solving specific problems, and prefer to work with individuals happy to join me in a journey of healing and growth over a longer term. I am not a therapist who will tell you what to do, or give a lot of advice, and that may be best found with someone else if that is what you need. I am a LGBTQIA+ & kink affirming therapist.
I specialise in psychodynamic psychotherapy.
I enjoy working with individuals who want to understand their minds and how their past and present may impact their futures. I focus on talk-based therapy by creating a harmonious and safe relationship to explore you and your life together. I don't work in a way that is directly focused on solving specific problems, and prefer to work with individuals happy to join me in a journey of healing and growth over a longer term. I am not a therapist who will tell you what to do, or give a lot of advice, and that may be best found with someone else if that is what you need. I am a LGBTQIA+ & kink affirming therapist.
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Nokubonga Charlot Chauque
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and have experience working across psychiatric, correctional, and community mental health settings. My professional journey has allowed me to work with adolescents, adults, older adults, and individuals facing complex mental health concerns, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related difficulties, personality-related challenges, substance use concerns, and dual diagnoses. Seeking support is a courageous step, and I am committed to walking alongside you on your journey towards greater life balance and well-being.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and have experience working across psychiatric, correctional, and community mental health settings. My professional journey has allowed me to work with adolescents, adults, older adults, and individuals facing complex mental health concerns, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related difficulties, personality-related challenges, substance use concerns, and dual diagnoses. Seeking support is a courageous step, and I am committed to walking alongside you on your journey towards greater life balance and well-being.
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Avika Daya
Psychologist, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Benoni 1501
I believe that assisting a child during the crucial stages of their development may help them to grow into their full potential as adults. Intervention at a young age is the best possible gift. Intervention may mean parental guidance, play therapy, adolescent therapy or even an educational assessment.
I believe that assisting a child during the crucial stages of their development may help them to grow into their full potential as adults. Intervention at a young age is the best possible gift. Intervention may mean parental guidance, play therapy, adolescent therapy or even an educational assessment.
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Leandra Harrison
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Randburg 2194
I work predominantly from a psychodynamic perspective; however aim to cater for each individual's needs and what they hope to get out of the therapy process.
“If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” Dr. Wayne Dyer. My aim as a psychologist is to help you understand your thoughts, emotions and behaviour - and gently guide you towards growth and healing. This is done through allowing you to make sense of your experiences and ultimately reshape your life. The less aware we are of our motives, feelings, thoughts, actions and perceptions; the more they control us and the more we tend to stay stuck in old patterns that often repeat themselves in a negative manner.
I work predominantly from a psychodynamic perspective; however aim to cater for each individual's needs and what they hope to get out of the therapy process.
“If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” Dr. Wayne Dyer. My aim as a psychologist is to help you understand your thoughts, emotions and behaviour - and gently guide you towards growth and healing. This is done through allowing you to make sense of your experiences and ultimately reshape your life. The less aware we are of our motives, feelings, thoughts, actions and perceptions; the more they control us and the more we tend to stay stuck in old patterns that often repeat themselves in a negative manner.
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Chant Malan
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
I am a Counselling Psychologist and Clinical Sexologist who is passionate about helping a diverse range of people to cultivate kindness and curiosity in exploring their experiences, relationships, identities, bodies and sexualities. I also have a special interest working with 'unconventional' relationships, practices, identities and experiences. My background in politics means I try to be particularly sensitive to the various sociopolitical contexts that impact aspects of identity and experience.
I am a Counselling Psychologist and Clinical Sexologist who is passionate about helping a diverse range of people to cultivate kindness and curiosity in exploring their experiences, relationships, identities, bodies and sexualities. I also have a special interest working with 'unconventional' relationships, practices, identities and experiences. My background in politics means I try to be particularly sensitive to the various sociopolitical contexts that impact aspects of identity and experience.
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Dr. Daniel Sello Ramollo
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Centurion 0157
Provide cognitive, scholastic, and career assessments. Provide therapeutic interventions for personal and psychosocialchallenges, career guidance, parental guidance, and family therapy. Provide therapy for scholastic challenges such as examination preparations, examination tips, study skills, time management skills, Goal setting, and Motivation. Psychosocial challenges, depression, anxiety, and stress management. Do groups career assessments, guidance and support. Conduct workshops on mental health, self-regulation, self management and self leadership for groups.
Provide cognitive, scholastic, and career assessments. Provide therapeutic interventions for personal and psychosocialchallenges, career guidance, parental guidance, and family therapy. Provide therapy for scholastic challenges such as examination preparations, examination tips, study skills, time management skills, Goal setting, and Motivation. Psychosocial challenges, depression, anxiety, and stress management. Do groups career assessments, guidance and support. Conduct workshops on mental health, self-regulation, self management and self leadership for groups.
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Byron Shane Werbeloff
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Centred Counselling is a warm, professional counselling practice based in Sunninghill, Johannesburg, offering both in-person and online sessions. Byron specialises in marriage and couples counselling, infidelity, communication work, emotional reconnection, stress and anxiety support, trauma recovery and personal growth. Byron utilises a an empathetic approach but is also solution focused offering the best combination for fast results. Whether you’re navigating relationship challenges, burnout, loss, life transitions or simply feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to face it alone.
Centred Counselling is a warm, professional counselling practice based in Sunninghill, Johannesburg, offering both in-person and online sessions. Byron specialises in marriage and couples counselling, infidelity, communication work, emotional reconnection, stress and anxiety support, trauma recovery and personal growth. Byron utilises a an empathetic approach but is also solution focused offering the best combination for fast results. Whether you’re navigating relationship challenges, burnout, loss, life transitions or simply feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to face it alone.
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Thobekile Manyike
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Randburg 2188
I provide counselling and psychotherapy to individual adults and couples. My approach to therapy is collaborative. This means that we will work together to understand the underlying psychological patterns that are possibly the explanation behind you feeling stuck, unfulfilled and burdened with thoughts, emotions and situations.
I provide counselling and psychotherapy to individual adults and couples. My approach to therapy is collaborative. This means that we will work together to understand the underlying psychological patterns that are possibly the explanation behind you feeling stuck, unfulfilled and burdened with thoughts, emotions and situations.
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Psychodynamic Counsellors
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.

How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.

Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.

What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.