Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Therapists in Linden
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
My approach is integrative and grounded in systemic, attachment, CBT, DBT, and humanistic perspectives.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or exhausted from carrying life's challenges on their own. Together, we explore not only current concerns such as anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, life transitions, low mood, and challenges with self-worth, but also the patterns, relationships, and experiences that may be shaping them. Through a collaborative and supportive process, we develop insight, strengthen coping, and create meaningful change that feels sustainable and aligned with what matters most to you.
My approach is integrative and grounded in systemic, attachment, CBT, DBT, and humanistic perspectives.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or exhausted from carrying life's challenges on their own. Together, we explore not only current concerns such as anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, life transitions, low mood, and challenges with self-worth, but also the patterns, relationships, and experiences that may be shaping them. Through a collaborative and supportive process, we develop insight, strengthen coping, and create meaningful change that feels sustainable and aligned with what matters most to you.
Often, people come to therapy not because there is one clear problem, but because something doesn't feel quite right anymore. You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected from those around you, or wondering why the same difficulties keep resurfacing. I work with children (7+), adolescents, adults, and couples experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, maternal mental health concerns, grief, and major life transitions. Together, we explore these experiences with curiosity and care.
Often, people come to therapy not because there is one clear problem, but because something doesn't feel quite right anymore. You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected from those around you, or wondering why the same difficulties keep resurfacing. I work with children (7+), adolescents, adults, and couples experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, maternal mental health concerns, grief, and major life transitions. Together, we explore these experiences with curiosity and care.
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.
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.
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I work in private practice as a clinical psychologist based mainly at Brenthurst Clinic, Park town, Johannesburg, conducting clinical interventions. I have a special interest in neuropsychology and psychopharmacology and discourse. I hold a Bachelor of Science Honours in Psychology, Master of Science in Clinical Psychology (MSc), and Master of Philosophy with a special focus in Conflict and Conflict Transformation (MPhil), and PhD.
I work in private practice as a clinical psychologist based mainly at Brenthurst Clinic, Park town, Johannesburg, conducting clinical interventions. I have a special interest in neuropsychology and psychopharmacology and discourse. I hold a Bachelor of Science Honours in Psychology, Master of Science in Clinical Psychology (MSc), and Master of Philosophy with a special focus in Conflict and Conflict Transformation (MPhil), and PhD.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who recognises that seeking support is an act of courage and vulnerability. At the heart of my practice, is a deep commitment for creating a warm and inclusive space where, individuals couples, and families can freely share their thoughts, feelings and experiences.
I am also committed to providing a supportive environment where you feel valued, heard and empowered to navigate your unique journey towards healing, growth and self-discovery.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who recognises that seeking support is an act of courage and vulnerability. At the heart of my practice, is a deep commitment for creating a warm and inclusive space where, individuals couples, and families can freely share their thoughts, feelings and experiences.
I am also committed to providing a supportive environment where you feel valued, heard and empowered to navigate your unique journey towards healing, growth and self-discovery.
Michelle Townsend founded Mindfulness Matters, providing mindfulness classes, coaching, counselling and online services. Michelle studied at University of South Africa, and is also a certified mindfulness practitioner, coach and counsellor. Michelle has over 20 years experience, and has a passion for people and wellness, is dedicated to assisting her clients to live full, productive and happy lives by way of various therapeutic based coaching and counselling methods, tools and techniques.
Michelle Townsend founded Mindfulness Matters, providing mindfulness classes, coaching, counselling and online services. Michelle studied at University of South Africa, and is also a certified mindfulness practitioner, coach and counsellor. Michelle has over 20 years experience, and has a passion for people and wellness, is dedicated to assisting her clients to live full, productive and happy lives by way of various therapeutic based coaching and counselling methods, tools and techniques.
I believe in using a combination of insight oriented therapy in conjunction with Dialectical Behavior therapy ( DBT).
As a psychologist I am constantly amazed by peoples’ resilience and capacity to overcome tremendous hardship. I feel privileged when clients confide and share that which is deeply painful. It is an honour to embark on a therapeutic journey with with my clients. I have also developed a keen understanding of the level of investment that is required in order to manage overwhelming feelings in productive ways. I prioritise creating a non-judgemental thinking space in the hope that it will enable clients to find themselves and attempt to establish meaning amidst uncertainty.
I believe in using a combination of insight oriented therapy in conjunction with Dialectical Behavior therapy ( DBT).
As a psychologist I am constantly amazed by peoples’ resilience and capacity to overcome tremendous hardship. I feel privileged when clients confide and share that which is deeply painful. It is an honour to embark on a therapeutic journey with with my clients. I have also developed a keen understanding of the level of investment that is required in order to manage overwhelming feelings in productive ways. I prioritise creating a non-judgemental thinking space in the hope that it will enable clients to find themselves and attempt to establish meaning amidst uncertainty.
As a Counselling Psychologist, I am committed to creating a warm, supportive, and welcoming therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, understood, and valued. I draw from a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches and tailor each intervention to meet the unique needs of the individual, couple, or family. My goal is to provide compassionate, collaborative care that supports emotional wellbeing, personal growth, and meaningful change.
As a Counselling Psychologist, I am committed to creating a warm, supportive, and welcoming therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, understood, and valued. I draw from a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches and tailor each intervention to meet the unique needs of the individual, couple, or family. My goal is to provide compassionate, collaborative care that supports emotional wellbeing, personal growth, and meaningful change.
I incorporate Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Eye Movement & Desensitisation Reprocessing, Psycho-dynamic Therapy as my tools.
Inspired to assist you to live masterfully! Does your distress, anxiety, debilitating low self-esteem or depression affect your joy and living to your fullest potential? Do you lack direction, motivation, self-love? Do you often feel not good enough or in perpetual patterns of destruction in your personal, work or social sphere? Have you experienced trauma and it has a tight grip on you? Unhook the "dis-ease" for feel at ease. There is hope. Do you desire change, to feel inspired and empowered? Trained to work with all ages, couples and families. I would love to share tools to transform you!
I incorporate Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Eye Movement & Desensitisation Reprocessing, Psycho-dynamic Therapy as my tools.
Inspired to assist you to live masterfully! Does your distress, anxiety, debilitating low self-esteem or depression affect your joy and living to your fullest potential? Do you lack direction, motivation, self-love? Do you often feel not good enough or in perpetual patterns of destruction in your personal, work or social sphere? Have you experienced trauma and it has a tight grip on you? Unhook the "dis-ease" for feel at ease. There is hope. Do you desire change, to feel inspired and empowered? Trained to work with all ages, couples and families. I would love to share tools to transform you!
I have extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, and families using DBT skills such as mindfulness as a way to help clients gain insight and learn to manage their lives more effectively.
I am a registered counselling psychologist who believes wholeheartedly in the power of psychology and the potential for healing that a safe, non-judgemental therapy relationship can create. I am also aware that starting therapy can feel very scary and so I aim to create a space where your voice can be heard in a meaningful way in a manner that you are comfortable with.
I have extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, and families using DBT skills such as mindfulness as a way to help clients gain insight and learn to manage their lives more effectively.
I am a registered counselling psychologist who believes wholeheartedly in the power of psychology and the potential for healing that a safe, non-judgemental therapy relationship can create. I am also aware that starting therapy can feel very scary and so I aim to create a space where your voice can be heard in a meaningful way in a manner that you are comfortable with.
I aim to assist clients struggling with any trauma related problems, grief and bereavement. Everyday stressors such as bullying, family related problems, stress and much more. Clients struggling with addiction problems as well as their loved ones who need more guidance and assistance with regards to their loved ones struggling with addiction.
I aim to assist clients struggling with any trauma related problems, grief and bereavement. Everyday stressors such as bullying, family related problems, stress and much more. Clients struggling with addiction problems as well as their loved ones who need more guidance and assistance with regards to their loved ones struggling with addiction.
I am an "out the box" therapist drawing mainly from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT) which teaches practical robust mental health skills, Brain Wiring Recursive Therapy (BWRT) which directly addresses and resolves trauma, and Ecotherapy where we use nature connection tools to ground and connect with our Ecological self - the home of intuition.
Do you need a safe space to air your thoughts and speak your heart? Do you need to navigate a difficult season in your life? Or do you need to heal from something that you are tired of hurting from?
Life is beautiful but just like the rose, it comes with thorns. All of us need support sometimes, no matter who we are, and no matter our age.
A specific traumatic event, a transition that you are going through like divorce or relocation, school or friendship issues, work issues, mental health difficulties like depression and anxiety, or just the desire for a mental health and personal growth check-in may bring you to therapy.
I am an "out the box" therapist drawing mainly from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT) which teaches practical robust mental health skills, Brain Wiring Recursive Therapy (BWRT) which directly addresses and resolves trauma, and Ecotherapy where we use nature connection tools to ground and connect with our Ecological self - the home of intuition.
Do you need a safe space to air your thoughts and speak your heart? Do you need to navigate a difficult season in your life? Or do you need to heal from something that you are tired of hurting from?
Life is beautiful but just like the rose, it comes with thorns. All of us need support sometimes, no matter who we are, and no matter our age.
A specific traumatic event, a transition that you are going through like divorce or relocation, school or friendship issues, work issues, mental health difficulties like depression and anxiety, or just the desire for a mental health and personal growth check-in may bring you to therapy.
I offer Individual therapy to adolescents from age 12years as well as adults. I specialize in areas such as depression, complex trauma, anxiety, panic disorder, personality difficulties, grief counselling. I also provide trauma counselling and therapy for those individuals who have experienced different kinds of traumas. One of the techniques I use is EMDR - eye movement desensitization reprocessing which is a powerful technique to address trauma. Other techniques are utilized depending on the presenting issues.
I work with neuropsychological difficulties as well such as brain injuries, spinal difficulties, strokes, chronic pain.
I offer Individual therapy to adolescents from age 12years as well as adults. I specialize in areas such as depression, complex trauma, anxiety, panic disorder, personality difficulties, grief counselling. I also provide trauma counselling and therapy for those individuals who have experienced different kinds of traumas. One of the techniques I use is EMDR - eye movement desensitization reprocessing which is a powerful technique to address trauma. Other techniques are utilized depending on the presenting issues.
I work with neuropsychological difficulties as well such as brain injuries, spinal difficulties, strokes, chronic pain.
My ideal client meets me at a point where they are struggling emotionally in all aspects of their life. Their needs right now is to gain a sense of independence through establishing boundaries and strengthening their self esteem. Their goals is to be free! A sense of freedom and being able to be authentically themselves is what they want and NEED.
My ideal client meets me at a point where they are struggling emotionally in all aspects of their life. Their needs right now is to gain a sense of independence through establishing boundaries and strengthening their self esteem. Their goals is to be free! A sense of freedom and being able to be authentically themselves is what they want and NEED.
My passion is to help individuals to cope and adapt to the continuous changing world, in order to perform optimally in their communities and work place. My aim is to offer individuals and couples a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space where change and meaning can be explored and facilitated.
My passion is to help individuals to cope and adapt to the continuous changing world, in order to perform optimally in their communities and work place. My aim is to offer individuals and couples a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space where change and meaning can be explored and facilitated.
The practice offers individual and couples therapy within a tranquil, private setting. Small group workshops are also presented.
Let's journey together to an authentic and purpose-filled life, with meaningful connections in and to life... let's flourish!
The practice offers individual and couples therapy within a tranquil, private setting. Small group workshops are also presented.
Let's journey together to an authentic and purpose-filled life, with meaningful connections in and to life... let's flourish!
Nearby Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counsellors Searches for Linden
- Blairgowrie
- Craighall Park
- Ferndale
- Fourways North
- Greenside
- Hyde Park
- Northcliff
- Parktown North
- Parkwood
- Randburg
- Randpark Ridge
- Roodepoort
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.