Eating Disorders Therapists in Lonehill

Mandy Florence
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I have developed a special interest in working with Eating Disorders, Depression and Anxiety
I work in a long term psychoanalytic way which is suitable for patients who would like to work deeply with their issues and feelings. Patients who are hoping to grow in themselves, and enrich their interpersonal experiences would find this a rewarding approach.
I have developed a special interest in working with Eating Disorders, Depression and Anxiety
I work in a long term psychoanalytic way which is suitable for patients who would like to work deeply with their issues and feelings. Patients who are hoping to grow in themselves, and enrich their interpersonal experiences would find this a rewarding approach.
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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.
My focus is on clients who want to heal and grow. It is a proactive, solution-focused approach, that leads to empowerment of the client. It is a process that involves the commitment of both the therapist and the client, to break patterns and shift thinking and behavior, so that the client can be freed from emotional pain. Together we co-create a new reality.
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.
My focus is on clients who want to heal and grow. It is a proactive, solution-focused approach, that leads to empowerment of the client. It is a process that involves the commitment of both the therapist and the client, to break patterns and shift thinking and behavior, so that the client can be freed from emotional pain. Together we co-create a new reality.
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Casey Forman
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
My work prioritizes warmth and connection, creating safe spaces for processing grief, trauma, and complex communication. Whether with individuals (teens or adults), or couples, I strive to restore balance and foster resilience during life’s most challenging times. I have a special interest in oncology and support healthcare teams, patients and families as they navigate the emotional impact of cancer care. My integrative approach draws on interpersonal therapy, CBT, BWRT, DBT, and narrative techniques, tailored to each person’s needs.
My work prioritizes warmth and connection, creating safe spaces for processing grief, trauma, and complex communication. Whether with individuals (teens or adults), or couples, I strive to restore balance and foster resilience during life’s most challenging times. I have a special interest in oncology and support healthcare teams, patients and families as they navigate the emotional impact of cancer care. My integrative approach draws on interpersonal therapy, CBT, BWRT, DBT, and narrative techniques, tailored to each person’s needs.
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Lauren Nicholson
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Serves Area
I offer therapy that’s grounded in connection, warmth, and emotional safety — with a special interest in animal-assisted approaches. I work integratively, drawing on a range of evidence-based modalities to meet each client’s unique needs, including CBT, DBT, trauma-focused interventions, Interactional Pattern Analysis, person-centred therapy, and equine-assisted work.
I offer therapy that’s grounded in connection, warmth, and emotional safety — with a special interest in animal-assisted approaches. I work integratively, drawing on a range of evidence-based modalities to meet each client’s unique needs, including CBT, DBT, trauma-focused interventions, Interactional Pattern Analysis, person-centred therapy, and equine-assisted work.
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Andrew Ilsley
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Slow down, feel heard. People often come to therapy when things feel heavy, stuck, or unclear — or when there’s a sense that something could be different. As a Clinical Psychologist, I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families to create a space where you can slow down, feel heard, and begin to make sense of what’s going on in your life and relationships. Together, we explore current challenges such as stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and life transitions, while also making sense of the patterns and experiences that may be shaping them — whether at home, work, school, or in sport.
Slow down, feel heard. People often come to therapy when things feel heavy, stuck, or unclear — or when there’s a sense that something could be different. As a Clinical Psychologist, I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families to create a space where you can slow down, feel heard, and begin to make sense of what’s going on in your life and relationships. Together, we explore current challenges such as stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and life transitions, while also making sense of the patterns and experiences that may be shaping them — whether at home, work, school, or in sport.
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Franchele Heiberg
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Wapadrand 0050
My areas of interest include: Interpersonal/Relational Difficulties, Mood (Depression/Anxiety/Bipolar), Trauma, Eating Disorders, Bariatric Patients, Challenges specific to Adolescence, Stress and Burnout, LGBTQI+ Challenges, Personality, and Addiction.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered as an independent practitioner with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). I have been in full time private practice since 2019. In private practice, I predominantly offer individual therapy to adults and teenagers (from 12+ years) who struggle with their mental well-being. In addition, I offer a range of psychological assessments covering emotional and personality functioning, as well as psychopathology.
My areas of interest include: Interpersonal/Relational Difficulties, Mood (Depression/Anxiety/Bipolar), Trauma, Eating Disorders, Bariatric Patients, Challenges specific to Adolescence, Stress and Burnout, LGBTQI+ Challenges, Personality, and Addiction.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered as an independent practitioner with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). I have been in full time private practice since 2019. In private practice, I predominantly offer individual therapy to adults and teenagers (from 12+ years) who struggle with their mental well-being. In addition, I offer a range of psychological assessments covering emotional and personality functioning, as well as psychopathology.
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Tebogo Mothoa Clinical Psychologist Pretoria
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
My other areas of interest are eating disorders and relationship/couples therapy including pre-marital counselling.
We all go through our life journeys using different paths which could lead us to an unplanned detour or destination. In such cases we may need someone to hold our hand or guide us to retrace our steps or re-plan our journeys. We could work together to achieve this. I am passionate and enthusiastic about working with young people, adults, couples, and their families. My practice is person-centred and focuses on clients’ personal needs, wants, desires and goals and makes them central to their care. This means allowing clients to define and to prioritise their goals.
My other areas of interest are eating disorders and relationship/couples therapy including pre-marital counselling.
We all go through our life journeys using different paths which could lead us to an unplanned detour or destination. In such cases we may need someone to hold our hand or guide us to retrace our steps or re-plan our journeys. We could work together to achieve this. I am passionate and enthusiastic about working with young people, adults, couples, and their families. My practice is person-centred and focuses on clients’ personal needs, wants, desires and goals and makes them central to their care. This means allowing clients to define and to prioritise their goals.
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Dr. Melanie Du Preez
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Clinical psychologist and coach specialising in ADHD, autism, AuDHD, trauma, CPTSD, and eating disorders — online education and coaching worldwide.
Online education and coaching for late-diagnosed neurodivergent adults — ADHD, autism, AuDHD, CPTSD, trauma, and eating disorders. Maudsley/FBT-certified. DBT and ACT-based skills programmes. LGBTQ+-affirming. I work as an educator and coach, not a therapist. Available to clients in the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Clinical psychologist and coach specialising in ADHD, autism, AuDHD, trauma, CPTSD, and eating disorders — online education and coaching worldwide.
Online education and coaching for late-diagnosed neurodivergent adults — ADHD, autism, AuDHD, CPTSD, trauma, and eating disorders. Maudsley/FBT-certified. DBT and ACT-based skills programmes. LGBTQ+-affirming. I work as an educator and coach, not a therapist. Available to clients in the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
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Philisiwe Sheron Hadebe
Social Worker, SACSSP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a social worker working with all people with social illness irrespective of their age, gender, race and ethnicity. I specialize in grief counseling, Para-suicide, Marital counseling both pre & post, Substance &drug dependency, Mental illnesses, Teenage pragnancy. I also do Individuals, groups n community
I am a social worker working with all people with social illness irrespective of their age, gender, race and ethnicity. I specialize in grief counseling, Para-suicide, Marital counseling both pre & post, Substance &drug dependency, Mental illnesses, Teenage pragnancy. I also do Individuals, groups n community
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Kgothatso Magagane
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
A Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about mental health and who believes mental health is equally important as physical health. I work integratively although I lean more towards a psychodynamic approach. Moreover, my approach is always shaped by the needs of my clients. I am big on respecting one's culture and belief system while providing a safe and containing environment. We are available to assist in Johannesburg Highlands North, Sandton and Randburg (Northriding).
A Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about mental health and who believes mental health is equally important as physical health. I work integratively although I lean more towards a psychodynamic approach. Moreover, my approach is always shaped by the needs of my clients. I am big on respecting one's culture and belief system while providing a safe and containing environment. We are available to assist in Johannesburg Highlands North, Sandton and Randburg (Northriding).
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Candice Stafford
General Counsellor, MPsych
Online Only
As a psychologist my aim is to create a safe and welcoming environment for my clients. I am a passionate and committed professional who understands mental and emotional health and its importance to each individual and their community. I celebrate my clients for their uniqueness, and so believe in customising my sessions to build around their specific issues. My main aim is to ensure that they feel heard and supported, leaving them more able to share freely. Together we can address any problems and issues and apply suitable resources and techniques to help improve their sense of wellbeing.
As a psychologist my aim is to create a safe and welcoming environment for my clients. I am a passionate and committed professional who understands mental and emotional health and its importance to each individual and their community. I celebrate my clients for their uniqueness, and so believe in customising my sessions to build around their specific issues. My main aim is to ensure that they feel heard and supported, leaving them more able to share freely. Together we can address any problems and issues and apply suitable resources and techniques to help improve their sense of wellbeing.
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Nicole Schuitmaker
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
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.
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.
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Megan Bhagowat
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Sandton 2191
A typical client is someone who has been carrying more than they can hold for far too long. On the surface they may appear to be functioning (showing up for work, family, friends) but on the inside they are feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck. Such a client is at risk for reaching a breaking point which may lead to acute stress, anxiety, or depression.
A typical client is someone who has been carrying more than they can hold for far too long. On the surface they may appear to be functioning (showing up for work, family, friends) but on the inside they are feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck. Such a client is at risk for reaching a breaking point which may lead to acute stress, anxiety, or depression.
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Meredith Forbes
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Parkwood 2193
I am a Clinical Psychologist who works with people across the lifespan through a wide range of difficulties. Central to my work is an existential philosophy — The belief that therapy is not only about alleviating distress, but also about discovering meaning, embracing uncertainty, and moving toward a more authentic and fulfilling way of being.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who works with people across the lifespan through a wide range of difficulties. Central to my work is an existential philosophy — The belief that therapy is not only about alleviating distress, but also about discovering meaning, embracing uncertainty, and moving toward a more authentic and fulfilling way of being.
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Zaiboonnisha Mayet
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
We are all guided by stories. Some stories we tell ourselves, some we have inherited, and some quietly shape our daily lives. Together, we can uncover these loud and silent stories, creating a space where reflection leads to meaningful action and change. Every journey is unique and I welcome the opportunity to explore yours with empathy, curiosity, and commitment. "How can I be substantial if I do not cast a shadow? I must have a dark side also if I am to be whole." – Carl Jung
We are all guided by stories. Some stories we tell ourselves, some we have inherited, and some quietly shape our daily lives. Together, we can uncover these loud and silent stories, creating a space where reflection leads to meaningful action and change. Every journey is unique and I welcome the opportunity to explore yours with empathy, curiosity, and commitment. "How can I be substantial if I do not cast a shadow? I must have a dark side also if I am to be whole." – Carl Jung
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Samantha Naidoo
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Centurion 0157
At Samantha Naidoo Counselling I provide a safe, confidential, and supportive space for individuals, couples, children and families. Here, I integrate evidence-based counselling techniques, trauma-informed approaches, and strengths-based interventions to support clients navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, addiction recovery, trauma, and life transitions. My focus is on empowering clients with self-awareness, emotional regulation skills, and practical strategies to create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.
At Samantha Naidoo Counselling I provide a safe, confidential, and supportive space for individuals, couples, children and families. Here, I integrate evidence-based counselling techniques, trauma-informed approaches, and strengths-based interventions to support clients navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, addiction recovery, trauma, and life transitions. My focus is on empowering clients with self-awareness, emotional regulation skills, and practical strategies to create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.
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Claire Elizabeth Berman
General Counsellor, MBChB
Online Only
Therapy covers anxiety disorders- including panic attacks and post traumatic stress, mood disorders - depression, relationship problems, stress management, emotional eating disorders, sports psychology, mindfulness, mind-body healing, bereavement, adjustment to emigration amongst other problems.
I am a Medical Psychotherapist. A Medical Doctor with vast experience and training in psychotherapy. I offer an eclectic, holistic approach tailored to meet each clients individual needs. Therapy includes cognitive behavioral therapy, stress management, relationship therapy, personal therapy, mind-body healing, mindfulness and sports psychology. I have received recognition from South African Society of Psychiatrists (SASOP) for my training and experience.
Therapy covers anxiety disorders- including panic attacks and post traumatic stress, mood disorders - depression, relationship problems, stress management, emotional eating disorders, sports psychology, mindfulness, mind-body healing, bereavement, adjustment to emigration amongst other problems.
I am a Medical Psychotherapist. A Medical Doctor with vast experience and training in psychotherapy. I offer an eclectic, holistic approach tailored to meet each clients individual needs. Therapy includes cognitive behavioral therapy, stress management, relationship therapy, personal therapy, mind-body healing, mindfulness and sports psychology. I have received recognition from South African Society of Psychiatrists (SASOP) for my training and experience.
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Monique Hill
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Life can throw curveballs in our path from time to time, and these transitional periods can cause stress, anxiety, depression, and isolate us from our friends and families. Going through significant events such as exams, starting at university, thinking about getting married, getting divorced, changing jobs, or even moving house or country can bring up all sorts of emotions and struggles. At the end of the day, we all want to be able to navigate all of life's challenges with the least stress possible, feeling grounded and supported and ready to face the day.
Life can throw curveballs in our path from time to time, and these transitional periods can cause stress, anxiety, depression, and isolate us from our friends and families. Going through significant events such as exams, starting at university, thinking about getting married, getting divorced, changing jobs, or even moving house or country can bring up all sorts of emotions and struggles. At the end of the day, we all want to be able to navigate all of life's challenges with the least stress possible, feeling grounded and supported and ready to face the day.
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Marna Labuschagne
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Centurion 0157
Stress, trauma, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, addictions, phobias, PTSC, personality problems like borderline personality, behavior problems, anger, adjustment problems, major life events and changes, bipolar, relationship problems, work related problems etc.
DBT, BWRT, CBT, Solution-Focused, Hypnotherapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Interactional Pattern Analysis, Brief Psychotherapy, Skills Training, Christian Counselling.
Stress, trauma, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, addictions, phobias, PTSC, personality problems like borderline personality, behavior problems, anger, adjustment problems, major life events and changes, bipolar, relationship problems, work related problems etc.
DBT, BWRT, CBT, Solution-Focused, Hypnotherapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Interactional Pattern Analysis, Brief Psychotherapy, Skills Training, Christian Counselling.
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Dipuo Marotola
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Hatfield 0028
A gentle space to come back to yourself. I offer supportive online counselling for adults, teens, and young adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally tired, or disconnected from themselves. Together we create a safe, compassionate space where healing, self-understanding, and growth can unfold at your own pace.
A gentle space to come back to yourself. I offer supportive online counselling for adults, teens, and young adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally tired, or disconnected from themselves. Together we create a safe, compassionate space where healing, self-understanding, and growth can unfold at your own pace.
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Eating Disorders Counsellors
What happens in therapy for eating disorders?
In therapy for eating disorders, patients typically describe their eating and exercise behaviours, their patterns of eating in relation to stress, their beliefs about their body, the ways their eating behaviour affects their relationships, and their desire (or lack of it) to change. Such information helps the therapist understand the origins of the disorder and the role it plays in the patient’s life, important for guiding treatment. Attitudes and feelings about food and eating, body weight, and physical appearance are common topics of discussion throughout treatment.

What therapy types help with eating disorders?
Once any acute medical or psychiatric emergency is resolved, psychoactive medication is often prescribed, requiring the supervision of a psychiatrist. In addition, patients receive some form of nutritional counselling along with one or more forms of psychotherapy. For adolescents, family-based treatment is empirically validated and considered the first line of treatment; parents and their children meet weekly with a clinician as the adults are coached on how to nourish and psychologically support the young patient. Adults typically receive some form of individual psychotherapy, intended to resolve the cognitive and behavioural disturbances that underlie the disorder and to relieve the mood disturbances that accompany it. In addition, patients may also be helped by group therapy.

What is the goal of therapy for eating disorders?
The most immediate goal of treatment for eating disorders is to save the life of people who are on a path of starving themselves to death or engaging in eating patterns that are doing irreparable physical harm to their body. Once the acute medical danger is past, therapy is required to understand the nature of the disordered eating and/or exercise patterns, establish healthy eating behaviour, and to tackle the many erroneous beliefs and distorted self-perceptions that underlie eating disorders and continue to pose a threat to health and life. Therapy also addresses the impaired mood that not only accompanies eating disorders but intensifies the danger to health and life.

What are the limitations of therapy for eating disorders?
Therapy can be very helpful for eating disorders—but that can happen only after people recognise they have a condition that must be treated. Especially with anorexia, the distortions in self-image that accompany the disorder can keep people from acknowledging they have a problem. Individuals may in fact see their eating disorder as a badge of self-control. Those with binge-eating disorder may feel too ashamed to seek help. Therapy cannot help those who do not avail themselves of it.

How long does therapy last for eating disorders?
Because of their complexity, recovery from eating disorders is usually a long-term process—measured in months and years— often marked by setbacks and relapse. Some form of help, such as individual or group therapy, may be advisable for much of that time. It is a general rule of thumb that the longer the illness has endured and the dysregulated eating behaviour has taken root, the longer treatment is likely to be needed.