Couples Psychologists and Therapists in Linden
They face problems like low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, eating disorders, early childhood trauma, difficult life choices, early or mid-career stress, burn out, relationship difficulties and conflict, divorce, traumatic life events and grief.
I guide clients to create new narratives and alternative thought patterns, in finding solutions to become their best self and living fulfilling lives. Therapeutic solutions are dovetailed according to their needs, working with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solutions Focused Brief Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Systems Theory and Psycho Dynamic Perspectives.
They face problems like low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, eating disorders, early childhood trauma, difficult life choices, early or mid-career stress, burn out, relationship difficulties and conflict, divorce, traumatic life events and grief.
I guide clients to create new narratives and alternative thought patterns, in finding solutions to become their best self and living fulfilling lives. Therapeutic solutions are dovetailed according to their needs, working with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solutions Focused Brief Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Systems Theory and Psycho Dynamic Perspectives.
My ideal clients are adults, couples, families and teenagers.
My approach to therapy is flexible and I draw on the strengths of different approaches to therapy such as CBT, Positive Psychology, Neuroscience Coaching, Logotherapy and Creative Problem Solving. My therapy sessions provide tailor-made strategies to meet each client's individual needs. Consultations can be conducted face-to-face or online.
My ideal clients are adults, couples, families and teenagers.
My approach to therapy is flexible and I draw on the strengths of different approaches to therapy such as CBT, Positive Psychology, Neuroscience Coaching, Logotherapy and Creative Problem Solving. My therapy sessions provide tailor-made strategies to meet each client's individual needs. Consultations can be conducted face-to-face or online.
Maxine is an HPCSA registered Arts Therapist, Expressive Movement facilitator (somatic psychology) and Family Constellations practitioner (systems-theory) providing therapy to adults and couples in JHB or online.
Through my integrative approach I provide a judgement free space to look at your own story from a new perspective and hold past hurt with care. Together we will access and strengthen inner resources and foster an internal sense of belonging and healthy attachment through speaking, moving, storytelling, and other expressive arts methods.
Maxine is an HPCSA registered Arts Therapist, Expressive Movement facilitator (somatic psychology) and Family Constellations practitioner (systems-theory) providing therapy to adults and couples in JHB or online.
Through my integrative approach I provide a judgement free space to look at your own story from a new perspective and hold past hurt with care. Together we will access and strengthen inner resources and foster an internal sense of belonging and healthy attachment through speaking, moving, storytelling, and other expressive arts methods.
You may experience conflict in relationships, anxiety, burnout, low self-worth, unresolved trauma, unprocessed grief, battle with work challenges, long for meaningful connections and want to live with a deeper sense of purpose.
What sets me apart is my warm, grounded approach that blends evidence-based techniques with deep empathy. I don’t just focus on symptoms—I help clients identify the root causes of distress, tools to build resilience and emotional clarity. I tailor each session to meet the unique emotional and psychological needs of each individual.
You may experience conflict in relationships, anxiety, burnout, low self-worth, unresolved trauma, unprocessed grief, battle with work challenges, long for meaningful connections and want to live with a deeper sense of purpose.
What sets me apart is my warm, grounded approach that blends evidence-based techniques with deep empathy. I don’t just focus on symptoms—I help clients identify the root causes of distress, tools to build resilience and emotional clarity. I tailor each session to meet the unique emotional and psychological needs of each individual.
I also work with couples wishing to improve their relationship.
I am a Counselling Psychologist experienced in assisting people who feel depressed; stuck or lonely. I work psychoanalytically; both in short-term work (say 12 sessions) and longer-term work. The goals of treatment are based on your needs. I can also offer non-directive psychoanalytic therapy for people wanting a deeper process. Sessions are weekly.
I also work with couples wishing to improve their relationship.
I am a Counselling Psychologist experienced in assisting people who feel depressed; stuck or lonely. I work psychoanalytically; both in short-term work (say 12 sessions) and longer-term work. The goals of treatment are based on your needs. I can also offer non-directive psychoanalytic therapy for people wanting a deeper process. Sessions are weekly.
I work with adolescents, adults and couples, attending to psychological distress, and complex emotional and psychological difficulties within relational, cultural, and spiritual contexts.
My work is particularly grounded in African and South African ways of understanding the self, relationships, and healing. I often see clients who have felt unseen or misunderstood in more individualised therapy models.
I work with adolescents, adults and couples, attending to psychological distress, and complex emotional and psychological difficulties within relational, cultural, and spiritual contexts.
My work is particularly grounded in African and South African ways of understanding the self, relationships, and healing. I often see clients who have felt unseen or misunderstood in more individualised therapy models.
Relationships feel complicated or heavy.
I am a Clinical Psychologist grounded in compassionate, inclusive care. My work draws from psychodynamic training while remaining tailored to each individual’s needs. Therapy is a collaborative process, shaped by your story and your pace. Always thoughtful. Always human.
Therapy can be seen as a work in process. A collection of human experiences slowly and carefully weaved together. Often challenging, sometimes light-hearted, always guided by you.
Relationships feel complicated or heavy.
I am a Clinical Psychologist grounded in compassionate, inclusive care. My work draws from psychodynamic training while remaining tailored to each individual’s needs. Therapy is a collaborative process, shaped by your story and your pace. Always thoughtful. Always human.
Therapy can be seen as a work in process. A collection of human experiences slowly and carefully weaved together. Often challenging, sometimes light-hearted, always guided by you.
Therapy offers you a space to gain a deeper understanding of your internal and interpersonal difficulties, and through the therapeutic relationship we can explore these thoughtfully and in a safe environment.
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.
Therapy offers you a space to gain a deeper understanding of your internal and interpersonal difficulties, and through the therapeutic relationship we can explore these thoughtfully and in a safe environment.
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.
People usually seek help from a psychologist when they want something to change. This desire for change may be motivated by painful thoughts and feelings, a situation at work, school, or at home, a challenging event, or relationships with others. Sometimes people work with a psychologist because they want a better understanding of themselves, to change behaviours, or to develop new skills to support their well-being. If any of this is true for you or for someone you care about, getting in contact with a psychologist is a useful step to take.
People usually seek help from a psychologist when they want something to change. This desire for change may be motivated by painful thoughts and feelings, a situation at work, school, or at home, a challenging event, or relationships with others. Sometimes people work with a psychologist because they want a better understanding of themselves, to change behaviours, or to develop new skills to support their well-being. If any of this is true for you or for someone you care about, getting in contact with a psychologist is a useful step to take.
I provide clinical psychology services which include Psychological assessment and Psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families, groups and corporate clients.
I am a Clinical Psychologist working in both the public and private. I am registered with the health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)and the Board of Health Care Funders(BHF). I am passionate about mental health and cater for individuals of various ages and backgrounds
I provide clinical psychology services which include Psychological assessment and Psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families, groups and corporate clients.
I am a Clinical Psychologist working in both the public and private. I am registered with the health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)and the Board of Health Care Funders(BHF). I am passionate about mental health and cater for individuals of various ages and backgrounds
I work with mood and anxiety and personality disorders, couples and professional athletes, and strive to break mental health stigma.
I am a dedicated and passionate Psychologist with extensive experience in addressing various forms of trauma and personality disorders. While trained in multiple therapeutic modalities, I have a particular interest in the family systems approach and BrainWorking Recursive Therapy (BWRT). I remain flexible in integrating psychological techniques tailored to individual needs, treatment objectives, and therapeutic direction. My practice, based in Saxonwold, Johannesburg, focuses on trauma, trauma debriefing, and professional athletes, and extends services to surrounding areas including Parktown, Rosebank, Houghton and Greenside.
I work with mood and anxiety and personality disorders, couples and professional athletes, and strive to break mental health stigma.
I am a dedicated and passionate Psychologist with extensive experience in addressing various forms of trauma and personality disorders. While trained in multiple therapeutic modalities, I have a particular interest in the family systems approach and BrainWorking Recursive Therapy (BWRT). I remain flexible in integrating psychological techniques tailored to individual needs, treatment objectives, and therapeutic direction. My practice, based in Saxonwold, Johannesburg, focuses on trauma, trauma debriefing, and professional athletes, and extends services to surrounding areas including Parktown, Rosebank, Houghton and Greenside.
Over time these pockets of tears, fears and pain affect our relationships, leaving us in feeling more alone.
Negative emotions occur when we are stressed. At the start of 2025 we may say that we will just do better, act differently or put the stress behind us and move on. But sometimes events outside of our control cause problems again. In a safe therapeutic space that allows you to speak of the difficult feelings you can begin to understand and control them.
Over time these pockets of tears, fears and pain affect our relationships, leaving us in feeling more alone.
Negative emotions occur when we are stressed. At the start of 2025 we may say that we will just do better, act differently or put the stress behind us and move on. But sometimes events outside of our control cause problems again. In a safe therapeutic space that allows you to speak of the difficult feelings you can begin to understand and control them.
I am a 'Solution Focused' Counsellor integrating a variety of evidence-based psychological techniques such as Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to work with children (age 10 up), teenagers, adults, couples and families.
I work with all psychological difficulties and challenges including Grief and loss, Trauma, Stress and burnout, Anxiety, anger management and Relationship Issues. I enjoy developing my clients resilience and confidence to foster personal growth and self-empowerment.
I am a 'Solution Focused' Counsellor integrating a variety of evidence-based psychological techniques such as Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to work with children (age 10 up), teenagers, adults, couples and families.
I work with all psychological difficulties and challenges including Grief and loss, Trauma, Stress and burnout, Anxiety, anger management and Relationship Issues. I enjoy developing my clients resilience and confidence to foster personal growth and self-empowerment.
At Mathran Consultancy, we support individuals, couples, and families navigating life’s most challenging transitions.
We specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families facing medical challenges, relationship conflict, and emotional trauma. We help clients adjust to illness, manage stress, rebuild trust, and heal from painful experiences. Our approach is compassionate, culturally sensitive, and focused on helping you move forward with strength.
At Mathran Consultancy, we support individuals, couples, and families navigating life’s most challenging transitions.
We specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families facing medical challenges, relationship conflict, and emotional trauma. We help clients adjust to illness, manage stress, rebuild trust, and heal from painful experiences. Our approach is compassionate, culturally sensitive, and focused on helping you move forward with strength.
My special interests include trauma-related disorders, mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar), interpersonal relationship challenges, adjustment and coping difficulties, grief and life transitions, as well as neuropsychological assessment and cognitive functioning.
I am a clinical psychologist in private practice, offering online and in-person sessions. I have experience in medical, psychiatric, and forensic settings. I work with children (7+), teens, adults, and couples, providing psychotherapy and neuropsychological assessment. My work is grounded in psychodynamic thinking and offers a collaborative space to explore experiences, emotions, and the patterns that shape how we relate to ourselves and others. My interests include trauma, maternal mental health, anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties
My special interests include trauma-related disorders, mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar), interpersonal relationship challenges, adjustment and coping difficulties, grief and life transitions, as well as neuropsychological assessment and cognitive functioning.
I am a clinical psychologist in private practice, offering online and in-person sessions. I have experience in medical, psychiatric, and forensic settings. I work with children (7+), teens, adults, and couples, providing psychotherapy and neuropsychological assessment. My work is grounded in psychodynamic thinking and offers a collaborative space to explore experiences, emotions, and the patterns that shape how we relate to ourselves and others. My interests include trauma, maternal mental health, anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties
Sexual health therapy focusses on erectile function, sexual pain disorders, low libido, trauma, communication, conflict, recurring unhealthy cycles, sexual desires/arousal, infidelity, addictions, loss of connection, alternative relationship styles, sexual identity and other.
My experience is uniquely based in the human sciences as well as sexuality. I firmly belief that the solution to some problems only exists after we go through them, because our development is the solution. Interventions are research based and it is from this premise that we approach this journey and work alongside each other.
Sexual health therapy focusses on erectile function, sexual pain disorders, low libido, trauma, communication, conflict, recurring unhealthy cycles, sexual desires/arousal, infidelity, addictions, loss of connection, alternative relationship styles, sexual identity and other.
My experience is uniquely based in the human sciences as well as sexuality. I firmly belief that the solution to some problems only exists after we go through them, because our development is the solution. Interventions are research based and it is from this premise that we approach this journey and work alongside each other.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who works with individuals, adolescents and couples, who feel emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, disconnected within relationships, or struggling to cope with stress, anxiety, self-doubt, burnout, or life transitions.
My therapeutic approach is collaborative, grounded, and integrative, drawing on systemic, CBT, and DBT-informed perspectives. I believe that therapy offers a unique space for curiosity, compassion, and exploration. Therapy can expand your capacity to cope, develop greater self-awareness, and cultivate the willingness to be more authentic and vulnerable.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who works with individuals, adolescents and couples, who feel emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, disconnected within relationships, or struggling to cope with stress, anxiety, self-doubt, burnout, or life transitions.
My therapeutic approach is collaborative, grounded, and integrative, drawing on systemic, CBT, and DBT-informed perspectives. I believe that therapy offers a unique space for curiosity, compassion, and exploration. Therapy can expand your capacity to cope, develop greater self-awareness, and cultivate the willingness to be more authentic and vulnerable.
I offer counselling and support services on individual, couple, family and group counselling, relationship and marital issues, crisis intervention, bereavement and loss, trauma counselling, life adjustment, substance abuse, employee wellness/ assistance programmes, care and contact supervision.
Life can be overwhelming, the problems and challenges you face might make you feel helpless and hopeless. Wellness with Lindz is there to support you, to empower you to become your own agent of change, but importantly, to reclaim control of your life. I am not here to fix, rather to work together with you to find solutions to your problems. My services are not only related to people who experience challenges or problems in life, phase of life adjustments, how to handle good/ positive things in your life forms part of my service provision. How can I help?
I offer counselling and support services on individual, couple, family and group counselling, relationship and marital issues, crisis intervention, bereavement and loss, trauma counselling, life adjustment, substance abuse, employee wellness/ assistance programmes, care and contact supervision.
Life can be overwhelming, the problems and challenges you face might make you feel helpless and hopeless. Wellness with Lindz is there to support you, to empower you to become your own agent of change, but importantly, to reclaim control of your life. I am not here to fix, rather to work together with you to find solutions to your problems. My services are not only related to people who experience challenges or problems in life, phase of life adjustments, how to handle good/ positive things in your life forms part of my service provision. How can I help?
Please note: Couples sessions are 90 minutes long.
Most people just want to be happy. While that can certainly be achieved through counselling, I believe happiness is an emotion, like others, that comes and goes. Instead I work with you to create more peace, joy and fulfilment in your life. These are deeper long-lasting goals that are the foundation of life satisfaction. Over and above the specific concern you wish to work on, I aim to help you connect with who you really are as a person and facilitate the path to who you would like to be.
Please note: Couples sessions are 90 minutes long.
Most people just want to be happy. While that can certainly be achieved through counselling, I believe happiness is an emotion, like others, that comes and goes. Instead I work with you to create more peace, joy and fulfilment in your life. These are deeper long-lasting goals that are the foundation of life satisfaction. Over and above the specific concern you wish to work on, I aim to help you connect with who you really are as a person and facilitate the path to who you would like to be.
Dr. Bêne Otto
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome, my name is Bêne and I am a Counselling Psychologist working with adults and couples facing a range of life challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout and work-related stress, relationship difficulties, and bereavement.
I work from an integrative perspective, drawing primarily on Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR, alongside attachment and trauma informed practice. This supports emotional understanding and the processing of experiences that continue to hold emotional weight, within a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental therapeutic space.
Welcome, my name is Bêne and I am a Counselling Psychologist working with adults and couples facing a range of life challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout and work-related stress, relationship difficulties, and bereavement.
I work from an integrative perspective, drawing primarily on Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR, alongside attachment and trauma informed practice. This supports emotional understanding and the processing of experiences that continue to hold emotional weight, within a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental therapeutic space.
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FAQ - About Couples Therapy
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.